Dear Las Vegas friends and family. You'll have to wait a little bit longer for your favorite grindz, such as Apple Napples. Thanks to the pandemic, Zippy's delays Las Vegas restaurant opening. … [Read more...] about Zippy’s Delays Las Vegas Restaurant Opening
Island Miler
Review: Alaska Air 851 SEA-HNL
Finally, the last installment of my trip report from over a century ago in April 2019, my flight home. And, as regular readers will know, I fly Alaska. This time, that flight was Alaska Air 851 SEA-HNL. … [Read more...] about Review: Alaska Air 851 SEA-HNL
Most Hawaii Hotels Begin Issuing One-Time Use Keys
Last week, Hawaii lawmakers threw out some interesting quarantine enforcement ideas. Well, it appears one of those ideas is being implemented as most Hawaii hotels begin issuing one-time use keys. … [Read more...] about Most Hawaii Hotels Begin Issuing One-Time Use Keys
Hawaii Lawmakers Grapple with Visitor Violations
As far as we can tell, Hawaii has flattened the curve. So, the risk for us, now, primarily comes from outsiders. As a result, Hawaii lawmakers grapple with visitor violations of quarantine rules and how to stop them. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Lawmakers Grapple with Visitor Violations
My Airline Pandemic Cancelation Experiences
As you all know, because of the pandemic, I've had to cancel two trips (so far). But, only recently, did I cancel my last remaining flight. So, here are my airline pandemic cancelation experiences and how they compare. … [Read more...] about My Airline Pandemic Cancelation Experiences
Hawaiian Airlines Receives $654 Million in Relief Funds
In total, Hawaii businesses will receive $2.7 billion of the initial wave of COVID-19 relief funds. Of that, Hawaiian Airlines receives $654 million in relief funds, which will help keep Hawaii's largest airline afloat … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Receives $654 Million in Relief Funds
Hawaii Quarantine Rules are Extended Through May 31
Heads up! If you're thinking of taking advantage of the cheap airfare to visit the islands, know this - Hawaii quarantine rules are extended through May 31. So, you know, don't buy a ticket here. At least not right now. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Quarantine Rules are Extended Through May 31
Review: Izakaya Uosan (Honolulu)
This past Valentine's Day, you know, the last normal holiday we had eons ago, I decided to have a non-traditional Valentine's dinner at a Japanese restaurant. So, I made us reservations at Honolulu's Izakaya Uosan. … [Read more...] about Review: Izakaya Uosan (Honolulu)
The Nakalele Heart Rock is No More
Six years ago, Mrs. Island Miler and I hiked down to the Nakalele Heart Rock on Maui. Mrs. J even went to check it out on their visit too. Twice! But, sadly, I recently learned that the Nakalele Heart Rock is No More. … [Read more...] about The Nakalele Heart Rock is No More
Chase is Offering 5x Points on Delivery and Takeout
In these trying times, Chase is helping us to stay at home more while also adding some variety to our diets with a new promotion. For a limited time, Chase is offering 5x points on delivery and takeout services. … [Read more...] about Chase is Offering 5x Points on Delivery and Takeout