In early April, Hawaii's hometown airline warned about an impending technology project. Unfortunately, as many have seen, Hawaiian Air flubbed its IT upgrade, frustrating, and even stranding some passengers. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Flubbed Its IT Upgrade
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Disappointing: Chez Noir Carmel
Hailed as one of the most anticipated restaurant openings of 2022, I was so excited to find out that Chez Noir Carmel would open not long before. Better yet, I was able to secure a reservation on our first night in Carmel. Unfortunately, my experience with them was a complete letdown. … [Read more...] about Disappointing: Chez Noir Carmel
My Preferred Waikiki Marriotts
Recently, I completed my Ultimate Guide to Marriott Hotels in Waikiki, which is something that's been years in the making. But now, I want to go over my preferred Waikiki Marriotts split up by different stay styles. … [Read more...] about My Preferred Waikiki Marriotts
Review: Noods Ramen Bar Kaimuki
I've been on a bit of a ramen bender lately, seeking redemption for my disappointing experience at STIX Asia. The latest stop on my ramen adventure is Noods Ramen Bar Kaimuki - someplace I've actually been eyeing for a while now. … [Read more...] about Review: Noods Ramen Bar Kaimuki
Iao Valley Will Require Reservations
As the final round of land stabilization and renovation wraps up, officials warn that Iao Valley will require reservations to visit. That will make Iao Valley State Monument the fourth state park to implement such a requirement. … [Read more...] about Iao Valley Will Require Reservations
Hawaiian Air Places a SAF Order
Hawaii's largest carrier is jumping on the sustainable aviation fuel bandwagon as Hawaiian Air places a SAF order. However, the deliveries won't begin any time soon, and the quantity being ordered will satisfy only a fraction of the Airline's fuel needs. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Places a SAF Order
Breakfast at Pacific’s Edge (Hyatt Carmel Highlands)
While I don't typically like eating at hotel restaurants, we ended up eating breakfast at Pacific's Edge twice during our three-night stay at the Hyatt Carmel Highlands. While expensive, Iʻd say that the restaurant wasnʻt bad. Mostly. … [Read more...] about Breakfast at Pacific’s Edge (Hyatt Carmel Highlands)
Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Card 2023 Review
Last year, I applied for my first new credit card in a while. So now that we're a little over a year in, it's time to do a Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Card 2023 review to see if the card is still earning its keep. … [Read more...] about Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Card 2023 Review
Keep Away From Wild Animals in Hawaii
This is getting old. Despite numerous news stories and warnings in many forms, people aren't getting that they have to keep away from wild animals in Hawaii. This is especially true of virtually all aquatic wildlife and endemic birds since they're nearly all threatened or endangered. … [Read more...] about Keep Away From Wild Animals in Hawaii
Review: Hyatt Carmel Highlands
After checking out from our positioning hotel - Hotel Citrine -, we started the one-hour half-plus drive to our next hotel, the Hyatt Carmel Highlands, Overlooking Big Sur. After reading several of Matthew Klint's reviews over the years, I was excited to finally check this place out. … [Read more...] about Review: Hyatt Carmel Highlands