What's old is new again. Chase improves the Marriott Boundless card by bringing back an old benefit of the Marriott Premier card while also sweetening its points earning potential. But do these changes make a compelling difference? … [Read more...] about Chase Improves the Marriott Boundless Card
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Alamo Rent A Car Los Angeles Airport
When I was looking at car prices in Los Angeles, National was stupid expensive. So, I settled for the slightly less expensive Alamo Rent A Car Los Angeles Airport. I did, however, spring for a midsize CUV (still cheaper than Emerald Aisle), which may not have been the best idea. … [Read more...] about Alamo Rent A Car Los Angeles Airport
Safe Access Oahu Ending on March 5
For about five months now, proof of vaccination has been a requirement to dine-in at Oahu restaurants and bars and enter gyms. However, that'll change soon, as statements from Mayor Rick Blangiardin point to Safe Access Oahu ending on March 5. … [Read more...] about Safe Access Oahu Ending on March 5
Alaska Flight Pass Not the First U.S. Flight Subscription
The other day, my favorite airline launched a novel new program - Flight Pass. And as good as the program is, Alaska Flight Pass is not the first U.S. flight subscription program. Hawaiian has long offered something similar for frequent inter-island travelers. … [Read more...] about Alaska Flight Pass Not the First U.S. Flight Subscription
Review: SixtyTwo MarcKet Wailuku Brunch
Knowing that our room wouldn't be ready for a while, I made brunch reservations for our day of arrival on Maui. Wanting to try something new this time, I chose SixtyTwo MarcKet in Wailuku for our first meal on-island. … [Read more...] about Review: SixtyTwo MarcKet Wailuku Brunch
The 2022 Hyatt Award Chart Changes in Hawaii
Hyatt gave us a lovely Valentine's gift in the form of an all-new award category level. So let's take a look at and discuss the 2022 Hyatt award charge changes in Hawaii and beyond. … [Read more...] about The 2022 Hyatt Award Chart Changes in Hawaii
Alaska Air 3384 Las Vegas to Los Angeles
As our time in Vegas came to an end, we headed to Harry Ried International Airport to take what would become one of our most interesting (bad) flights to date - Alaska Air 3384 Las Vegas to Los Angeles. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air 3384 Las Vegas to Los Angeles
No Booster Requirement for Hawaii Safe Travels
Despite stating he'd make the change just weeks ago, Governor David Ige now says no booster requirement for Hawaii Safe Travels. In fact, the entire program is at risk of shutting down prematurely. … [Read more...] about No Booster Requirement for Hawaii Safe Travels
Chase Extends DoorDash Benefits
During the pandemic, Chase sought to make its cards more appealing via enhanced convenience benefits. One of these core benefits is its various DoorDash benefits. And though they were to expire this year, Chase extends DoorDash benefits on all existing cards! … [Read more...] about Chase Extends DoorDash Benefits
Review: National Car Rental Kahului
For this trip to Maui, I chose to get our car from National Car Rental Kahului. The overall experience was similar to that of Vegas, only there was no shortage here, though the car I ended up with wasn't as good as the one I had in Sin City. … [Read more...] about Review: National Car Rental Kahului