There have been rumors circulating for months about new plastics coming to Marriott Bonvoy. Well, they're finally here, and the new Marriott credit cards are blah. But that's not all. Some of the existing cards saw a revamp too, and not necessarily for the better. … [Read more...] about The New Marriott Credit Cards Are Blah
Travel News
Japan is Reopening on October 11
I know one of the biggest questions in travel lately has been when will Japan reopen? Now we have an answer! Japan is reopening on October 11, 2022, and I'm willing to bet things will get a little crazy. … [Read more...] about Japan is Reopening on October 11
Red Light Cameras Are Coming to Oahu
Beware! Red light cameras are coming to Oahu. On the surface, such a program sounds like a good thing, as it should help improve the safety of our roadways. However, I have next to no faith that the system will be implemented justly, nor am I convinced the system would become just another revenue-generating stream. … [Read more...] about Red Light Cameras Are Coming to Oahu
Marriott Bonvoy Fall 2022 Promotion
Not to be left out of the fall frenzy, Marriott is joining Hyatt and Hilton in offering a bonus points perk for fall travel. So let's talk about the Marriott Bonvoy Fall 2022 promotion and see how it stacks up to the competition. … [Read more...] about Marriott Bonvoy Fall 2022 Promotion
Hilton Fall 2022 Double Points Promotion
In the face of slowing traffic, Hyatt recently launched a fall double points offer. Well, Hilton is doing the same with the Hilton Fall 2022 double points promotion. And it's probably worth registering for even if you don't think you're going to use it. … [Read more...] about Hilton Fall 2022 Double Points Promotion
Alaska Beat Hawaiian in On-Time Performance!
Typically, Hawaiian Airlines is the perennial top performer as far as punctuality goes in the U.S. Not this time. Instead, Alaska beat Hawaiian in on-time performance, which is the first time I remember seeing this happen. … [Read more...] about Alaska Beat Hawaiian in On-Time Performance!
Koalani Has Been Weaned and Relocated
After an all too brief five-week stay on busy Kaimana Beach, Koalani has been weaned and relocated. The relocation is necessary from both a conservation and safety aspect. Unfortunately, it means we can no longer see this enigmatic Hawaiian Monk Seal pup. … [Read more...] about Koalani Has Been Weaned and Relocated
I Tried to Avoid Marriotts This Year
I wanted to try something in 2022. I tried to avoid Marriotts this year and was off to a good start. But I just wrapped up planning my travel for the year, and let's just say I failed miserably. … [Read more...] about I Tried to Avoid Marriotts This Year
Register for the Hyatt Bonus Journeys 2022 Promotion
With travel still not quite what it used to be, Hyatt is offering another generous fall stay promotion. However, the Hyatt Bonus Journeys 2022 is a little different from the version we saw last year, which will make it much harder to use it to rapidly accrue EQNs. … [Read more...] about Register for the Hyatt Bonus Journeys 2022 Promotion
Hawaii County Bans Nonmineral Sunscreens
The State of Hawaii already has a ban on the sale of nonmineral sunscreens across the state. However, some counties are takings the protection of our coral reefs a step further. As a result, Hawaii County bans nonmineral sunscreens entirely, joining Maui as the only other county to do so thus far. … [Read more...] about Hawaii County Bans Nonmineral Sunscreens