Hawaii is a popular port of call for cruises. But, Disney Cruise Line has visited the islands only a handful of times. That, however, is changing soon as Disney Cruise Line returns to Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Disney Cruise Line Returns to Hawaii
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Hawaiian and Japan Airlines Expands Their Partnership
One year ago Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines announced a new partnership. This translated to a codeshare agreement between the two airlines which took effect in March of this year. But now, Hawaiian and Japan Airlines expands their partnership further, offering passengers even more options. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian and Japan Airlines Expands Their Partnership
Review: Ice Cream Stuffed Malasadas
When in Hawaii, eating a malasada is one of the things you just have to do. Or so says many of the travel guides and blogs. And most visitors to the islands will instinctively head over to Leonards. But there are many other options and varieties to explore, such as ice cream stuffed malasadas. … [Read more...] about Review: Ice Cream Stuffed Malasadas
The Laylow Waikiki – One Year Later
The Laylow Waikiki opened last May, and since it was a hotel I was following closely, I ended up staying there soon after opening. But much can change in the first year of a hotel's operations. As a result, I thought it prudent to do a The Laylow Waikiki - one year later review. … [Read more...] about The Laylow Waikiki – One Year Later
Earn Hawaii Award Travel with Credit Cards Post Korean
Things are going to be very different without Korean SkyPass as an Ultimate Rewards transfer partner. But there are still great values available, so let's look at the best way to earn Hawaii award travel with credit cards. … [Read more...] about Earn Hawaii Award Travel with Credit Cards Post Korean
Delta Raises Its Checked Bag Fee
At the end of August, JetBlue did something unusual and became the first U.S. airline to increase its checked bag fees. And, of course, United followed suit shortly after that. So the question became, would Delta and American raise their fees? Well, yesterday we got our answer as Delta raises its checked bag fee too. … [Read more...] about Delta Raises Its Checked Bag Fee
Enter to Win 1 Million HawaiianMiles
It's no secret that I'm not the biggest fan of HawaiianMiles. Their value to me is just, okay. But with the loss of Korean Air SkyPass as an Ultimate Rewards transfer partner, finding great value for Hawaii travel is a lot more difficult. A ton of miles are a ton of miles, so it's a no-brainer to enter to win 1 million HawaiianMiles. … [Read more...] about Enter to Win 1 Million HawaiianMiles
BREAKING: Hawaiian Airlines is Flying to Boston!
Recently, Hawaiian Air announced it would be discontinuing its Beijing service. So, naturally, many began to wonder where they'd send their freed up jets. But, apparently, we didn't have to wait too long for an answer. As it turns out, Hawaiian Airlines is flying to Boston beginning next year. … [Read more...] about BREAKING: Hawaiian Airlines is Flying to Boston!
Mandarin Oriental Leaves Vegas, Returns to Hawaii
Luxury hotelier Mandarin Oriental has many properties around the world, but its footprint in the U.S. is limited; especially now as the Mandarin Oriental leaves Vegas. But that could change soon, as the company is making a return to Hawaii soon. … [Read more...] about Mandarin Oriental Leaves Vegas, Returns to Hawaii
Tropical Storm Olivia Impacts Maui
Severe weather has been a common theme in Hawaii this summer. We're fortunate that it hasn't been as bad as the Atlantic Hurricane Season so far, but that could change. For now, though our immediate concern is the current tropical storm. And Tropical Storm Olivia impacts Maui today; the first direct hit for the island as far as I can remember. … [Read more...] about Tropical Storm Olivia Impacts Maui