At Hawaiian Airlines' recent investor day, CEO Peter Ingram told investors that Hawaiian Airlines is a premium airline. Say what? I don't quite agree with that statement. Let's cover why. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines is a Premium Airline?
Island Miler
Drone Flying in Hawaii
I've been flying drones for only seven months now and am learning new things all the time, especially regarding regulations. And while Federal regulations are clear, State ones aren't always so clear. So let's go over drone flying in Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Drone Flying in Hawaii
Review: Tim Ho Wan Waikiki
The Mrs. and I are dim sum fans. And, since its opening, Yauatcha Waikiki was our favorite, albeit pricey spot. So when they closed, we made it a priority to give Tim Ho Wan Waikiki a try. And I'm glad we did. … [Read more...] about Review: Tim Ho Wan Waikiki
Provo Canyon – Bridal Veil Falls
On my second day in Utah, I had the morning half of the day free. So, I took some time to visit some friends at work out in Lehi. And, while there, they recommended I check out Provo Canyon, which I did. … [Read more...] about Provo Canyon – Bridal Veil Falls
Resort Fees – The What, Why, and How
Resort fees. We've all seen them whether it be here in Hawaii, in Vegas, or even in New York, though there it'll likely have a dubious name like "Destination Fee." And while it's obvious that properties add Resort Fees to make more money off of guests, the reasons for their existence a more nuanced and deceitful than a straight-up money grab. … [Read more...] about Resort Fees – The What, Why, and How
Partial Government Shutdown Effects in Hawaii
Last week Friday, Congress and POTUS failed to meet the funding deadline, which lead to yet another shutdown. So let take a look at the partial government shutdown effects in Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Partial Government Shutdown Effects in Hawaii
Goen Dining and Bar by Roy Yamaguchi
Chef Roy Yamaguchi has been on a roll opening new restaurants lately. For example, he recently opened a restaurant at the Turtle Bay Resort and the Wailea Beach Marriott on Maui. Plus he now has three locations of his Eating House concept on Kauai and Oahu. But his latest restaurant is yet another new concept, this time in Kailua called Goen Dining and Bar. … [Read more...] about Goen Dining and Bar by Roy Yamaguchi
Merry Christmas from Hawaii 2018
Merry Christmas from Hawaii 2018, or as we say in the islands, Mele Kalikimaka! … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas from Hawaii 2018
Apply for the Amex Gold Card NOW
The Amex Gold card is one of the best cards available today. And if you haven't applied for one yet, I can understand because, initially, I too was on the fence. But now's the time. Apply for the Amex Gold Card now before it's too late! … [Read more...] about Apply for the Amex Gold Card NOW
Review: Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek
Despite my recent trip to Utah being somewhat of a hardship for me, there was a silver lining. The conference I was to attend, which was also the hotel I'd be staying at, was a Marriott. The Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek to be specific. A hotel, I'd learn, I have deeply conflicted feelings about. … [Read more...] about Review: Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek