The Chase Sapphire Reserve is my favorite credit card. It has excellent bonus categories, but for this month only, there's a special bonus available; cardholders may earn 5x bonus points on Chase Sapphire Reserve transactions made with Chase Pay. … [Read more...] about 5x Bonus Points on Chase Sapphire Reserve
Travel Blogging
Tropical Storm Olivia Threatens Hawaii
Hurricane Olivia was a category 1 hurricane yesterday. Since then, however, it's been downgraded to a tropical storm. However, it's still heading towards the islands. As a result, the entire state is preparing for potential impacts as Tropical Storm Olivia threatens Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Tropical Storm Olivia Threatens Hawaii
Hurricane Olivia Threatens Hawaii
Just weeks after Hurricane Lane slammed the Big Island, yet another hurricane is threatening the state. This time Hurricane Olivia threatens Hawaii, and we could begin feeling its effects as early as Tuesday. As a result, Hawaii is under a Tropical Storm Watch yet again. … [Read more...] about Hurricane Olivia Threatens Hawaii
Booking The French Laundry the “Easy” Way
Later this year, Mrs. Island Miler and I are traveling to Northern California for a wedding. But it also happens to be her birthday, so I've decided to turn this trip into a round birthday for her. And part of this, of course, means securing some fantastic dining, which is easier said than done. So here's my story on booking The French Laundry. … [Read more...] about Booking The French Laundry the “Easy” Way
United to Invest $200 Million in Hawaii Airports
United CEO Oscar Munoz was in Hawaii the other week to meet with airline employees and government officials. And, during his visit, Munoz committed United to invest $200 million in Hawaii airports. … [Read more...] about United to Invest $200 Million in Hawaii Airports
Hawaiian Airlines is Ending Beijing Service
For some time now, some travel industry experts have been hoping to develop China into a new source of visitors. And, as a result, airlines began opening new routes there. But now, Hawaiian Airlines is ending Beijing service as visitors haven't materialized as was hoped. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines is Ending Beijing Service
Update: Hurricane Lane Impacts Hawaii
The wait is finally over. Hurricane Lane impacts Hawaii as it makes its way past the islands. … [Read more...] about Update: Hurricane Lane Impacts Hawaii
Hurricane Lane Update + Korean SkyPass Reminder
If you've been following along with this blog of the national news, you'd know that a hurricane is barreling towards Hawaii. So let's take do a Hurricane Lane update as it passes the islands. And if you've forgotten, remember that transferring points to Korean SkyPass will no longer be possible soon. … [Read more...] about Hurricane Lane Update + Korean SkyPass Reminder
Warning: Hurricane Lane to Impact Hawaii
Heads up! If you're on or traveling to Hawaii soon, you need to know about Hurricane Lane. It is very close to the state and will likely create a lot of rough weather in the days ahead. … [Read more...] about Warning: Hurricane Lane to Impact Hawaii
Earning Hawaiian Award Flights Post-SkyPass
Korean SkyPass has long offered the best value when redeeming points or miles for travel to and from Hawaii. But since transferring points to SkyPass won't be an option come August 25, it's time to re-think our Hawaii award travel strategy. And so this is what earning Hawaiian award flights post-SkyPass will be like. … [Read more...] about Earning Hawaiian Award Flights Post-SkyPass