At the end of July, I reported on the supposed sale of the St. Regis Princeville. However, at the time, neither of the parties involved would confirm the sale. But, now Starwood Capital confirmed as buyer of the St Regis Princeville. … [Read more...] about Starwood Capital Confirmed as Buyer of the St Regis Princeville
Travel Blogging
Review: Gourmet Plate Lunches at Gochi Grill
Though I've been writing about a lot of upscale restaurants lately, that's not how I normally eat. My usual diet is much simpler, though simpler doesn't have to mean boring. Case in point, the gourmet plate lunches at Gochi Grill. … [Read more...] about Review: Gourmet Plate Lunches at Gochi Grill
Hawaiian Accelerates the Retirement of the 767 Fleet
Hawaiian Airlines sure has been busy. In the past couple of weeks, they've announced the cancellation of their Beijing service and the addition of their second East Coast route. And now, they're removing their oldest widebody jets from service, as Hawaiian accelerates the retirement of the 767 fleet. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Accelerates the Retirement of the 767 Fleet
Marriott Hawaii Hotel Worker Strike Update 2
I've got some encouraging news with this Marriott Hawaii hotel worker strike update 2. Officials with Unite Here! Local 5, Marriott, and Kyo-ya Hotels and Resorts are going to meet. … [Read more...] about Marriott Hawaii Hotel Worker Strike Update 2
Alaska Airlines Increases Checked Bag Fees
And another one bites the dust. Following JetBlue and the US Big 3, Alaska Airlines increases checked bag fees too. That leaves Hawaiian Airlines as the last one not to raise fees. I mean, there's Southwest too, but they won't charge fees. And airlines like Sun Country don't count, right? … [Read more...] about Alaska Airlines Increases Checked Bag Fees
Review: Stripsteak Waikiki
I love a good steak. But, in my opinion, finding a place that makes perfect steaks can be difficult; especially since I'm pretty good at cooking steaks myself ?. But I got to try Stripsteak Waikiki during a business dinner and liked it, so I decided to take Mrs. Islander to try the place out. … [Read more...] about Review: Stripsteak Waikiki
Hawaii Marriott Strike Update and Impacts
On October 8, 2,700 Marriott employees in Hawaii walked off the job. They joined other Marriott employees across the country demanding more pay and job security. And while the impacted hotels continue to be open, things aren't business as usual. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Marriott Strike Update and Impacts
Protect Yourself When Traveling
Inclimate weather has been an increasingly common issue, which in turn causes many travel-related issues. But there are ways to protect yourself when traveling, or at least mitigate the impacts of weather. And best of all, most of you probably already have these coverages! … [Read more...] about Protect Yourself When Traveling
Review: The Hideout Waikiki Brunch
As you may recall, my last stay at The Laylow Waikiki was a disappointing one. But you know what didn't disappoint? Dining at The Laylow's signature restaurant, which is always a pleasure. And now, The Hideout Waikiki brunch service, which started just a few months ago, is one of my top picks on Oahu. … [Read more...] about Review: The Hideout Waikiki Brunch
Marriott Hawaii Employees Go on Strike
First came Boston, then came San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, San Diego, and Detroit. And now, Marriott Hawaii employees go on strike too. … [Read more...] about Marriott Hawaii Employees Go on Strike