My journey to San Antonio continues! Following my first flight from Honolulu to Los Angeles, I had one more flight to the Lone Star State. And believe it or not, but this flight would represent a few firsts for me. … [Read more...] about American Airlines LAX-SAT Embraer E175
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Waikiki Yokocho Gourmet Restaurant Alley
Good food, especially at decent prices, can be difficult to find in tourist districts. It doesn't matter if you're in Times Square, San Antonio, Anaheim, or Waikiki, there's a lot of bad to be had. But that doesn't mean all your dining options in these areas are bad. Waikiki especially has been getting better in recent years. And of one my favorite spots to grab a bite in … [Read more...] about Waikiki Yokocho Gourmet Restaurant Alley
Review: Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach
The Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach is one of the newest hotels in Waikiki. And while there have been many new hotels opening recently in Waikiki, the Hyatt Centric is one of the few full-service ones. But, like most "new" Waikiki hotel, it is also a conversion, sort of. Let's take a deeper look at this exciting, new property. … [Read more...] about Review: Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach
Hawaiian Air A321neo Cabin Unveiled
Yesterday on social media the Hawaiian Air A321neo cabin was unveiled to the world. Take a look at the latest evolution of the Airline's hard product. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air A321neo Cabin Unveiled
The First Waikiki Autograph Collection Hotel Opens
The first Waikiki Autograph Collection hotel opens to guests. Known as The Laylow Waikiki, it is Marriott's newest property in Waikiki and the State of Hawaii. … [Read more...] about The First Waikiki Autograph Collection Hotel Opens
My Thoughts: American Air Complimentary Meals
After years of benefits cuts, American bucked the trend and brought back complimentary meals on routes east of Dallas to Hawaii. Then Delta responded with a similar offering. More recently, Delta upped the ante and began offering complimentary meals on 12 more routes. Not to be outdone, American Air complimentary meals offerings are expanding too... Sort of. … [Read more...] about My Thoughts: American Air Complimentary Meals
Goodbye Virgin America… Hello New Alaska Air
HUGE NEWS! Yesterday, Alaska Airlines finally revealed its future integration plans! And while there were some speculation Alaska Air would retain both brands, they've decided not to. So soon it'll be time to say goodbye Virgin America. … [Read more...] about Goodbye Virgin America… Hello New Alaska Air
Middle East Electronics Travel Ban
On Monday, Lucky at One Mile at a Time broke news about a Middle East electronics travel ban. At first it began with just Royal Jordanian, but spread to other Middle East-based carriers. But the reason for the travel ban remained a mystery until yesterday. … [Read more...] about Middle East Electronics Travel Ban
Best Airline Card for Infrequent Travelers
I've said it before, and I'll say it again. I don't play the points & miles game like most others. My annual spending isn't enough to quickly build points. So I do what I can to make traveling at least once a year more affordable. And one of the best tools to accomplish this is the best airline card for infrequent travelers. … [Read more...] about Best Airline Card for Infrequent Travelers
Review: Moana Lani Spa – Westin Moana Surfrider
What do you do when you get back from vacation? Go straight back to work, right? We did exactly that, but I scheduled in some R&R pretty soon after. Our New York trip was physically demanding so a spa day made sense. And on this occasion I decided to give the Moana Lani Spa a try. … [Read more...] about Review: Moana Lani Spa – Westin Moana Surfrider