This year has been a year of change for the Ko Olina Resort. Earlier in the year we saw the former JW Marriott Ihilani re-open as the Four Seasons Oahu. Then, an announcement was made that an Atlantis Resort would be built in Ko Olina. At the time, the news release said it's to be the most expensive resort ever built. Now, it appears the resort is about to embark on its … [Read more...] about Ko Olina New Construction
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Lawsuit Seeks to Prevent the Alaska-Virgin Deal
As reported by the Las Vegas Sun, a lawsuit has been filed in U.S. District Court in San Fransisco against Alaska Airlines. The lawsuit seeks to prevent the Alaska-Virgin deal. According to the article, a ground of 42 consumers are responsible for this lawsuit. Those consumers are concerned about the reduction in competition the merger will cause, and believe both airlines … [Read more...] about Lawsuit Seeks to Prevent the Alaska-Virgin Deal
Where Were You on September 11?
Yesterday was September 11, 2016, 15 years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. It is a day which few will forget due to the sheer surprise and horror of the events. Thousands perished during the tragic events brought on by the terrorist group al-Qaeda. The events of that day, of course, had a profound effect on our nation and the world. It not only kicked off … [Read more...] about Where Were You on September 11?
Airbnb Launches City Hosts
Airbnb, the loved and hated marketplace for sharing space across the globe, continues its launch of City Hosts. This new website offers a unique localized perspective of the city. In other words, Airbnb is trying to tap a trending tourist market, where tourists don't want to be tourists. Currently, City Hosts is under beta testing. This means you have to be invited … [Read more...] about Airbnb Launches City Hosts
Waikiki Select-Service Hotel Comparison
Select-service hotels, such as Courtyard & Hyatt Place are quickly spreading around the world. They're supposed to be a cheaper alternative to full-service properties like Hyatt Regency, Sheraton, etc. And as the category name suggests, these hotels typically offer just basic services. You definitely will not find room service or concierges' at these properties, for … [Read more...] about Waikiki Select-Service Hotel Comparison
The Poke Bowl Obsession
When it comes to food, Hawaii is known for a number of things. Shave ice, Kings Hawaiian sweet bread, and Spam musubis come to mind, among others. Perhaps nothing, though, is spreading across the nation quite like the poke bowl. It seems like just a year or two ago, in fact, that poke bowl shops started popping up all over the place. California and New York in … [Read more...] about The Poke Bowl Obsession
Difference Between Travel Alerts and Warnings
The United States Department of State regularly issues notifications regarding travel to foreign countries. What these different notifications mean, however, isn't always so clear. It's important to know what these difference are, though. And to help, the fine folks over at lifehacker.com have created a quick guide to explain the difference between travel alerts and … [Read more...] about Difference Between Travel Alerts and Warnings
Excellent Airline Meal Guide
Airline food has always had a bad rap. Yeah, it isn't the best thing in the world, and jokes about airline food are getting really old. But, somehow I find myself always intrigued about what different airlines are serving. This is especially true for airlines I'm going to be flying. And while there are a number of sites out there dedicated to this topic, none have really … [Read more...] about Excellent Airline Meal Guide
Hawaiian Air Pilots Escalating Negotiations
Hawaiian Air pilots escalating negotiations is no surprise. A few moths ago Hawaiian Airlines pilots voted to offer a strike. The strike vote was overwhelming supported by Hawaiians 600 pilots. Of them, 99% voted in favor of a strike. And now, The Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), the labor union that represents Hawaiian's cockpit crews, has stated they will open a … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Pilots Escalating Negotiations
Watch What You Do and Say on Flights
On Wednesday, August 17, Hawaiian Airlines flight 459 traveling from Honolulu to Seoul, Korea, had to return to Honolulu. The flight had departed Honolulu at 2:45pm and returned at 8:35pm. When it returned it was greeted by dozens of law enforcement officers from the FBI, TSA, and State of Hawaii Sheriffs. Two passengers were detained during the ordeal and the rest of the … [Read more...] about Watch What You Do and Say on Flights