The Marriott strike continues on in select markets, while it has ended in others. Plus, the former St. Regis Princeville's future is beginning to take shape as Starwood Capital finally confirms certain details of their new Princeville resort. … [Read more...] about Marriott Strike Continues On + Princeville Resort Update
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The Difference Between Credit Cards and Charge Cards
What's the difference between credit cards and charge cards? A lot, actually, even though many use the terms interchangeably. But not to worry, the differences, while large, are few and are easy to understand. … [Read more...] about The Difference Between Credit Cards and Charge Cards
Hawaiian Airlines Raises Its Checked Bag Fee
Hawaiian Airlines raises its checked bag fee, following most other U.S. carriers. Unlike the others, though, Hawaiian's fee increase isn't being done across the board. Unfortunately, though, the new fees already went into effect on November 13, basically without warning. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Raises Its Checked Bag Fee
Restaurant Week Hawaii 2018
It's that time again. The 11th annual Restaurant Week Hawaii 2018 kicks off tomorrow! … [Read more...] about Restaurant Week Hawaii 2018
Arizona Memorial to Remain Closed for Months
Bad news: the Arizona Memorial to remain closed for months more than initially anticipated. And while that's a bummer for the thousands of visitors that come to Hawaii to pay their respects, it also means the Memorial won't be accessible for the annual Pearl Harbor remembrance day. … [Read more...] about Arizona Memorial to Remain Closed for Months
Be Respectful on the Road to Hana
It's no secret that the Road to Hana is one of Maui's top attractions. But it's popularity is the source of ever-worsening problems in the region. And while the issue of overcrowding is going to be difficult to overcome, many issues can be avoided. All people need to do is be respectful on the Road to Hana. … [Read more...] about Be Respectful on the Road to Hana
Turtle Bay Resort is Set for a Major Expansion
Acquired earlier this year by Blackstone, Oahu's Turtle Bay Resort is set for a major expansion. This expansion project will dramatically increase the resort's room count, though it isn't as large as one proposed years earlier. … [Read more...] about Turtle Bay Resort is Set for a Major Expansion
St Regis Princeville is Leaving Marriott + Strike Update 3
Last week Friday I reported on the confirmed sale of the St. Regis Princeville. However, a reader left a comment with additional information. And thanks to this info, we now know that the St Regis Princeville is leaving Marriott. I also have an update on the Marriott Hawaii strike. … [Read more...] about St Regis Princeville is Leaving Marriott + Strike Update 3
Starwood Capital Confirmed as Buyer of the St Regis Princeville
At the end of July, I reported on the supposed sale of the St. Regis Princeville. However, at the time, neither of the parties involved would confirm the sale. But, now Starwood Capital confirmed as buyer of the St Regis Princeville. … [Read more...] about Starwood Capital Confirmed as Buyer of the St Regis Princeville
Review: Gourmet Plate Lunches at Gochi Grill
Though I've been writing about a lot of upscale restaurants lately, that's not how I normally eat. My usual diet is much simpler, though simpler doesn't have to mean boring. Case in point, the gourmet plate lunches at Gochi Grill. … [Read more...] about Review: Gourmet Plate Lunches at Gochi Grill