For what seems like forever now, modernization work has been a constant site at Hawaii's airports. However, one of the largest of these projects is now complete - and ahead of schedule at that! And thanks to this, the Honolulu Airport Mauka Concourse opens today! … [Read more...] about Honolulu Airport Mauka Concourse Opens Today
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Hawaii Hotels See High Occupancy Rates in July
There's no secret that Hawaii is seeing a major tourism boom right now. The islands are completely inundated with visitors even though international travel remains at a minimum. But, how are hotels doing? As it turns out, pretty well, as Hawaii hotels see high occupancy rates in July. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotels See High Occupancy Rates in July
Kilauea Volcano Has Officials on Edge
Ever since Kilauea's incredible but destructive 2018 eruption ended, the volcano has been largely silent. Activity did return to Halemaumau crater in December of 2020 but slowly fizzled out again six months later. Now, however, Kilauea volcano has officials on edge once again. … [Read more...] about Kilauea Volcano Has Officials on Edge
Large Gathering Ban Going into Effect on Oahu
There's no secret that Hawaii isn't doing well in its fight against COVID-19. But, if you look around, you'd think that everything was mostly back to normal. So, thanks to this and to Hawaii's dire situation, a large gathering ban is going into effect on Oahu. … [Read more...] about Large Gathering Ban Going into Effect on Oahu
Hawaiian Air to Assist With Afghan Evacuations
I'm sure we're all aware of the humanitarian crisis taking place in Afghanistan. The entire situation is tragic, for sure. And, for the most part, the US Air Force is handling evacuation flights. However, they're getting some help, and Hawaiian Air is to assist with Afghan evacuations. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air to Assist With Afghan Evacuations
Say Farewell to the Disney FastPass
For years, now, visitors to Disneyland and Walt Disney World could cut their wait times by using their FastPass system. However, it's time to say farewell to the Disney FastPass system, as the House of Mouse works to bring a new system online. Unfortunately, this also marks the end of a free option. … [Read more...] about Say Farewell to the Disney FastPass
Review: Milk Bar Ice Cream Pints
Not being able to travel during the pandemic meant not being able to get my annual Milk Bar fix. But, thanks to their new Milk Bar Ice Cream pints, I could finally get their ice cream at home. So, how does it compare to their in-store soft serve? Let's discuss. … [Read more...] about Review: Milk Bar Ice Cream Pints
Airline Mask Mandate Extending Through January
When President Joe Biden took office earlier this year, he implemented a mask mandate for airlines and airports, among other forms of transportation. But, with the pandemic surging back with a vengeance, the airline mask mandate is extending through January. … [Read more...] about Airline Mask Mandate Extending Through January
Floridians Try to Dupe Hawaii Safe Travels- Fail Miserably
People can be incredibly stupid. Case in point, a recent incident in which Floridians try to dupe Hawaii Safe Travels and failed at it miserably. And the reason why they failed couldn't be better. But, hey, their plan worked for a little while. … [Read more...] about Floridians Try to Dupe Hawaii Safe Travels- Fail Miserably
Flying Honus Temporarily Returned to Honolulu
Earlier this week, the AvGeek community here on Oahu was abuzz thanks to the appearance of an ANA A380. But don't expect to see them again any time soon, as the flying honus temporarily returned to Honolulu for undisclosed reasons. … [Read more...] about Flying Honus Temporarily Returned to Honolulu