As you'll recall, United has been aggressively pursuing Haneda slots. They went after and lost Delta's surrendered Portland-Haneda slot. But their second, more convoluted fight has paid off, as United secures the former Hawaiian Haneda slot. … [Read more...] about United Secures the Former Hawaiian Haneda Slot
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World of Hyatt 2024 Changes in Hawaii
There are two World of Hyatt 2024 changes in Hawaii, which pales in comparison to the greater devaluation going on this year. However, one of those changes is, well, awful, as it eliminates one of the better values in the islands. … [Read more...] about World of Hyatt 2024 Changes in Hawaii
United Hikes Bag Fees
In a move so predictable that it's like predicting the sun will rise tomorrow, United hikes bag fees, following American Airlines almost verbatim. Unfortunately, unlike American, United doesn't publish its baggage fees. … [Read more...] about United Hikes Bag Fees
Introducing Kapuahi
Hawaiian's very first Boeing 787-9 arrived late at night on Valentine's Day to little fanfare from the airline itself. In the week following, they've still been quiet, though we now know that N781HA has been named Kapuahi. … [Read more...] about Introducing Kapuahi
Some MGM Properties Are Now Live With Marriott
Last year, MGM ditched Hyatt for Marriott. Since the initial announcement, though, things have been far from smooth. However, some MGM properties are now live with Marriott, albeit with dubious benefits for members of both programs. … [Read more...] about Some MGM Properties Are Now Live With Marriott
Delta Targets Hawaiian with Expanded Service
Hawaiian is struggling to remain solvent and is seemingly relying on its merger with Alaska Air to stay out of bankruptcy. Yet that very merger looks like it'll cause more pain as Delta targets Hawaiian with expanded service to utilize excess capacity and, presumably, to inflict pain on arch nemesis Alaska. … [Read more...] about Delta Targets Hawaiian with Expanded Service
American Announces More 2024 Changes
Last month, American announced a slew of positive changes to AAdvantage. However, it seems we can't have genuinely positive things as American announces more 2024 changes, some of which are negative. Alas, none truly come as a surprise in this day and age. … [Read more...] about American Announces More 2024 Changes
The First Hawaiian 787 Has Arrived
After too many delays to keep track, the first Hawaiian 787 has arrived in Honolulu two months ahead of its in-service debut. Interestingly, the first carbon fiber bird to arrive was different from the one I would've expected. But it is what it is! … [Read more...] about The First Hawaiian 787 Has Arrived
Kona Airport Had Another Unscheduled Closure
The decrepit state of the Hawai'i Island's busiest airport is becoming untenable. Not even a month after runways cracking forced the airport to close, Kona Airport had another unscheduled closure as crews worked to, ironically, make proactive repairs to avoid another unexpected closure. … [Read more...] about Kona Airport Had Another Unscheduled Closure
Hawaiian Air Premium Airport Service
Oh boy! I didn't see this one coming: Hawaiian Air Premium Airport Service. That's right, Hawaiian Airlines now offers its own version of the ground services many larger, more premium airlines do. However, details about the offering remain scant. But does it even matter? … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Premium Airport Service