On a recent weekend, we went on an impromptu lunch date to try the Business Lunch at Quiora Waikiki. Despite its name, the lunch is available every day of the week and to anyone. You just can mix and match with the standard lunch menu. … [Read more...] about Business Lunch at Quiora Waikiki
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Honolulu is the Second Worst Large US Airport
In the JD Powers 2022 North American Airport Satisfaction Study, Honolulu is the second worst large US airport. I can't say I'm surprised. I loathe my hometown airport, though there are worse. … [Read more...] about Honolulu is the Second Worst Large US Airport
Two Ladies Kitchen 2022
For years now, there's always been one place I absolutely must visit when I'm on the Big Island. However, much has changed since 2020. So, even though I last visited them in 2019, I think it's worth writing a Two Ladies Kitchen 2022 post. … [Read more...] about Two Ladies Kitchen 2022
Review: Alamo Rent A Car Hilo
Immediately after retrieving our checked bag from our flight, we headed across the street to the small car rental area at Hilo International Airport. This time around, I rented from Alamo Rent a Car Hilo via Costco Travel. … [Read more...] about Review: Alamo Rent A Car Hilo
HUGE Rapid Rewards Credit Card Spending Bonus!
If, like me, you're a little disappointed by the Q4 2022 Chase Freedom Bonus categories, fear not. There's also a HUGE Rapid Rewards credit card spending bonus available for the same quarter, including at Amazon.com. … [Read more...] about HUGE Rapid Rewards Credit Card Spending Bonus!
Virgin Atlantic is Joining SkyTeam – Good or Bad?
I've got to be honest with you guys; I kind of forgot that Virgin Atlantic wasn't already part of an airline alliance. So, you can imagine my surprise when the announcement was made that Virgin Atlantic is joining SkyTeam! … [Read more...] about Virgin Atlantic is Joining SkyTeam – Good or Bad?
Alaska Pilots Reached a Tentative Agreement
In what is a significant relief for me, as I'm sure it is for others, Alaska pilots reached a tentative agreement with the airline after a long and contentious round of negotiations. Now all that's left is for union members to vote to ratify the contract, which they are largely expected to do. … [Read more...] about Alaska Pilots Reached a Tentative Agreement
The New Marriott Credit Cards Are Blah
There have been rumors circulating for months about new plastics coming to Marriott Bonvoy. Well, they're finally here, and the new Marriott credit cards are blah. But that's not all. Some of the existing cards saw a revamp too, and not necessarily for the better. … [Read more...] about The New Marriott Credit Cards Are Blah
Japan is Reopening on October 11
I know one of the biggest questions in travel lately has been when will Japan reopen? Now we have an answer! Japan is reopening on October 11, 2022, and I'm willing to bet things will get a little crazy. … [Read more...] about Japan is Reopening on October 11
Tourists Are Willing to Pay More for Local Food?
In an eye-opening headline, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser recently proclaimed that tourists are willing to pay more for local food. That is, they're willing to pay more for locally-sourced products. While I can see that in certain circumstances, I remain highly skeptical of this claim. … [Read more...] about Tourists Are Willing to Pay More for Local Food?