In 2022, Apple announced a new slew of states that would be joining their digital identification program. Then, nothing. No updates, no timeline estimates, nada. However, out of no where, the option popped up in the wallet app. So, I'm happy to announced that Hawai'i IDs are now available in Apple Wallet! … [Read more...] about Hawai’i IDs Are Now Available in Apple Wallet!
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Bilt Dropped Hawaiian as a Transfer Partner
Bilt has been undergoing many changes lately, from adding Alaska Air as a transfer partner to devaluing rent days and more. In one of its more recent changes, Bilt dropped Hawaiian as a transfer partner without warning. Despite the undiplomatic way they made the change, their reasoning is mostly sound. … [Read more...] about Bilt Dropped Hawaiian as a Transfer Partner
Hawai’i Hotel Workers Say Strike is Imminent
Recently, I reported that workers at seven of the largest hotels in the islands voted to strike. Well, apparently, Hawai'i hotel workers say strike is imminent. The affected properties are among the largest and most popular in the state, which will have huge implications for visitors. … [Read more...] about Hawai’i Hotel Workers Say Strike is Imminent
Chillest Shave Ice
Hawai'i has a plethora of shave ice spots. However, if you're a fan of more natural and/or less sweet options, your selection becomes quite a bit narrower. Thankfully, that's changing, too. One of these newer options is a place called Chillest Shave Ice, which is a popup concept that has interesting flavors. … [Read more...] about Chillest Shave Ice
Hula Cookies Ice Cream Sandwiches
Restaurant Marlow may have fantastic cuisine. However, dessert wholly depends on what pastries are done earlier in the day (or the prior day), along with what's left over. As such, they only had ice cream on the menu that night. Because of this, we skipped and decided to check out Hula Cookies Ice Cream Sandwiches. … [Read more...] about Hula Cookies Ice Cream Sandwiches
Review: Restaurant Marlow Maui
The last time we were on Maui, one of the front desk associates at the Grand Wailea recommended we check out Restaurant Marlow in Pukalani. We did, but it left me wanting more. So, this time, we planned out a proper meal at the restaurant, with a sit-down dinner to follow our hike in Haleakalā National Park. … [Read more...] about Review: Restaurant Marlow Maui
Southwest Purposely Loses Money in Hawai’i
Hawai'i is a rough market for airlines, especially those that operate routes entirely within the state. Interestingly, we've recently learned that Southwest purposely loses money in Hawai'i as part of its grander strategy in the islands. … [Read more...] about Southwest Purposely Loses Money in Hawai’i
Alaska-Hawaiian DOJ Review Period Expired
The thrice-extended Alaska-Hawaiian DOJ review period expired last night without any action taken by the Department of Justice, paving the way for the two airlines to combine. Additional steps remain before Alaska's acquisition may close; however, this was the largest remaining one. … [Read more...] about Alaska-Hawaiian DOJ Review Period Expired
Mokulele Fails Hawai’i Again
The islands of Lana'i and Moloka'i are dependent on a singular airline for vital transportation the larger islands of O'ahu and Maui for doctor appointments, shopping, visiting family, etc. However, Mokulele fails Hawai'i again, as it continues to struggle with maintenance. … [Read more...] about Mokulele Fails Hawai’i Again
Hawaiian Dreamliners in 2025
Hawaiian Air's first two Boeing 787-9s are on familiarization routes right now, flying first between Honolulu and Los Angeles and San Francisco and now between Honolulu and Los Angeles and Phoenix. However, it seems like not much will change for the Hawaiian Dreamlieners in 2025. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Dreamliners in 2025