While some cards give you status with their brand, that typically isn't the case with Chase. Well, I guess you can consider Marriott Bonvoy Silver Elite a status? Every Chase Marriott card comes with that. But, now, you can fast track to Marriott Gold Status with Chase, though you need one of two non-Marriott cards. … [Read more...] about Fast Track to Marriott Gold Status with Chase
Travel News
Contract Bargaining Begins at 19 Hawaii Hotels
Do you remember the great Marriott/Kyo-ya hotel worker strike of 2018? If so, the word that contract bargaining begins at 19 Hawaii hotels likely gives you some pause. I know it does for me. … [Read more...] about Contract Bargaining Begins at 19 Hawaii Hotels
Check Your Chase Q3 2022 Bonuses
Beyond the quarterly Freedom bonuses, Chase often offers others on the rest of their card lineup. So be sure to check your Chase Q3 2022 bonuses to see what kind of offers you've been targeted for. … [Read more...] about Check Your Chase Q3 2022 Bonuses
Amex Devalues the Bonvoy Brilliant
I don't have the Bonvoy Brilliant card because I need another super-premium card like I need a hole in the head. But I wouldn't get it even more so now as Amex devalues the Bonvoy Brilliant. … [Read more...] about Amex Devalues the Bonvoy Brilliant
Japan Made Visiting Even More Difficult
Japan recently reopened to certain visitors. As we all know, this wasn't a full reopening, as visiting comes with numerous caveats. Apparently, that wasn't enough for them, as Japan made visiting even more difficult. … [Read more...] about Japan Made Visiting Even More Difficult
Mokulele is Partnering With Regent Too Now
Well, this is getting interesting. As you'll recall, Hawaiian Airlines recently announced a partnership with Regent to develop electric "seagliders." Well, Mokulele is partnering with Regent, too now, as part of its own attempt to wean itself off fossil fuels. … [Read more...] about Mokulele is Partnering With Regent Too Now
Register for the Chase Freedom Q3 2022 Bonus Categories
We're halfway through June, which means it's time to register for the Chase Freedom Q3 2022 bonus categories. Unfortunately, I don't see a whole lot of value in this quarter's merchants. … [Read more...] about Register for the Chase Freedom Q3 2022 Bonus Categories
Honolulu’s TheBus is Increasing Fares
It's no secret that everything is getting more expensive for everyone. Prices for labor, fuel - everything is increasing rapidly. To offset these increases, Honolulu's TheBus is increasing fares. … [Read more...] about Honolulu’s TheBus is Increasing Fares
US Eliminates Pre-Entry Testing
Nearly 18 months after the initiative began, the US eliminates pre-entry testing, helping to further normalize travel. The move should also reduce at least some of the anxiety surrounding travel to the US for both visitors and returning residents alike. … [Read more...] about US Eliminates Pre-Entry Testing
Permit Required for Oregon Waterfall Corridor
If you want to visit the famous waterfalls of the Columbia River Gorge, know this: a permit is required for the Oregon Waterfall Corridor this summer. Like many popular destinations, the area is inundated with visitors and trying to better manage crowding issues. … [Read more...] about Permit Required for Oregon Waterfall Corridor