We live in a very litigious society filled with frivolous lawsuits. Unfortunately, one such lawsuit may be in the works for Hawaiian Airlines, as idiots are considering a lawsuit for the HA 35 incident. Hopefully, the airline will prevail in this case. … [Read more...] about Idiots Are Considering a Lawsuit for the HA 35 Incident
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Trouble at Mokulele Airlines
Despite touting their customer-centric style of business, there appears to be trouble at Mokulele Airlines now, with many on Molokai complaining that Airline frequently leaves them stranded. That's a complete 180 to the ethos they espoused not long ago. … [Read more...] about Trouble at Mokulele Airlines
Hawaii Hotel Performance February 2023
Towards the end of last year/early this year, lodging demand in Hawaii softened. But as we'll see in the Hawaii Hotel Performance February 2023 report, it hasn't gotten much better in February. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotel Performance February 2023
Hampton Inn is Heading to Maui
As big as Hilton is, their presence on Maui is shockingly small. Currently, their sole property is the Grand Wailea. But that's changing soon, as the Hampton Inn is heading to Maui. However, it isn't being built in any of the island's resort districts. … [Read more...] about Hampton Inn is Heading to Maui
Hawaii Hotel Report 01-2023
Hawaii hotel occupancy was slightly up, while rates were down. Let's dig into the numbers in my Hawaii hotel report 01-2023. But, while rates are down a bit, they're still far higher than they were before. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotel Report 01-2023
World of Hyatt Hawaii Changes 2023
Hyatt's annual award chart adjustment season is here. And, in typical fashion, it's more bad news than good, with more hotels moving up a category than down. But it could've been worse, especially here in the islands. So let's go over the World of Hyatt Hawaii changes 2023. … [Read more...] about World of Hyatt Hawaii Changes 2023
Hawaii Flights Caused a Nationwide Ground Stop
Nearly a month ago, two Hawaii flights caused a nationwide ground stop for Alaska Airlines. While the situation was inconvenient for passengers impacted by it, the occurrence exemplifies Alaska's commitment to safety, along with the challenges our reliance on technology causes. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Flights Caused a Nationwide Ground Stop
Hawaiian Air Pilots Ratify a New Contract
Admidts continuing poor financial performance, Hawaiian Air pilots ratify a new contract that will undoubtedly make the Airline's return to profitability all the more difficult. Yet, remaining competitive is essential, thanks to the ongoing pilot shortage. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Pilots Ratify a New Contract
Hawaiian Reported an Overall Loss for 2022
2022 was a BUSY travel year. Hawaii saw nearly pre-pandemic levels of visitor arrivals. Despite this, Hawaiian reported an overall loss for 2022, which came as a bit of a surprise to me - especially when you consider how its competitors fared. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Reported an Overall Loss for 2022
Hawaii Considers Visitor Environmental Licenses
In an effort to both help control visitor arrivals and fund environmental preservation/remediation, the State of Hawaii considers visitor environmental licenses. Seven such bills are going through our legislature this session, though similar bills have been discussed without passing. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Considers Visitor Environmental Licenses