I really try not to eat within the hotel at which I'm staying. Usually, but not always, hotel food isn't all that great. Even if it is good, it is often fairly generic. Room service is even worst, and also incredibly expensive. But sometimes, you just can't help it. And this time, a case of the late-night munchies caused me to try the Renaissance Midtown Room Service. … [Read more...] about Review: My Belly’s Playlist (Renaissance Midtown Room Service)
Island Miler
Ward Warehouse Days Number + Liliha Bakery Renovations
Lately, Hawaii has been in a constant state of change. This is especially true for the island of Oahu. If you haven't been to Honolulu for a few years, for example, you may no longer recognize the Kaka'ako district thanks to its constant evolution. This was true for a friend of mine originally from Oahu when he came home to visit last year. And now, more change is on the … [Read more...] about Ward Warehouse Days Number + Liliha Bakery Renovations
Review: Mentoku Ramen (New York)
Before we left Hawaii for New York, I learned of an interesting ramen shop thanks to Sun Noodle. It's name is Mentoku Ramen, and they're located in New York's theater district. Their claim to fame? Whipped cream ramen. … [Read more...] about Review: Mentoku Ramen (New York)
Big Apple Day 5: Artichoke Pizza & American Museum of Natural History
On our fifth day in The City, we spent the first half of the day down at the World Trade Center. From there, however, we decided to head back uptown to grab a bite to eat and use another CityPass pass. No, we didn't go to someplace fancy for lunch like we did on Day 2. Instead, we searched out some New York utility pizza a bunch of friends had mentioned to us: Artichoke … [Read more...] about Big Apple Day 5: Artichoke Pizza & American Museum of Natural History
Big Apple Day 5: World Trade Center Sites
After our crazy day the previous day in Washington DC, we took our Big Apple Day 5 a little slower. In fact, we only did three things on our 5th day in The City: the World Trade Center Sites, the American Museum of Natural History, and saw a musical. … [Read more...] about Big Apple Day 5: World Trade Center Sites
AirAsia X to Launch Hawaii Service
A while back, AirAsia X announced its intentions to begin flights to the U.S. At the time the airline really only found success on short and medium haul routes in the Asia-Pacific Region. But about two weeks ago, the airline received approval to begin flights to the U.S. And then a couple days ago the airline made its first U.S. route announcement: AirAsia X to launch Hawaii … [Read more...] about AirAsia X to Launch Hawaii Service
Delta Bringing Back Economy Meals on Select Flights
Encouraging news broke the other day: Delta bringing back economy meals on select flights. This enhancement by Delta is, of course, a stark contrast to American and United's current race to the bottom. … [Read more...] about Delta Bringing Back Economy Meals on Select Flights
Fewer Seats, Higher Fares to Hawaii in 2017
At the conference of the Pacific Asia Travel Association and the Travel and Tourism Research Association, travel experts predicted fewer seats, higher fares to Hawaii in 2017. … [Read more...] about Fewer Seats, Higher Fares to Hawaii in 2017
Island Air Nearly Doubles Flight Schedule
Less than two months ago, Hawaii's Island Air accepted its first brand new Bombardier Q400. That moment was a huge turning point for the carrier and a step in the right direction. Not only are the new aircraft faster, quieter, and more efficient, but they're but they're much more reliable. This increased reliability also allows a dramatic shift in operations as Island Air … [Read more...] about Island Air Nearly Doubles Flight Schedule
Mandarin Oriental Returning to Hawaii
Hawaii, and Oahu in particular, has seen many new-to-the-islands hotel brands open in recent years. For example, Oahu's first Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt Centric, and Hilton Garden Inn opened over the last twelve months. However, one notable luxury brand that used to have a presence on Oahu has remained absent from our lodging options. That will soon change, however, a … [Read more...] about Mandarin Oriental Returning to Hawaii