One year ago Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines announced a new partnership. This translated to a codeshare agreement between the two airlines which took effect in March of this year. But now, Hawaiian and Japan Airlines expands their partnership further, offering passengers even more options. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian and Japan Airlines Expands Their Partnership
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Delta Raises Its Checked Bag Fee
At the end of August, JetBlue did something unusual and became the first U.S. airline to increase its checked bag fees. And, of course, United followed suit shortly after that. So the question became, would Delta and American raise their fees? Well, yesterday we got our answer as Delta raises its checked bag fee too. … [Read more...] about Delta Raises Its Checked Bag Fee
BREAKING: Hawaiian Airlines is Flying to Boston!
Recently, Hawaiian Air announced it would be discontinuing its Beijing service. So, naturally, many began to wonder where they'd send their freed up jets. But, apparently, we didn't have to wait too long for an answer. As it turns out, Hawaiian Airlines is flying to Boston beginning next year. … [Read more...] about BREAKING: Hawaiian Airlines is Flying to Boston!
Mandarin Oriental Leaves Vegas, Returns to Hawaii
Luxury hotelier Mandarin Oriental has many properties around the world, but its footprint in the U.S. is limited; especially now as the Mandarin Oriental leaves Vegas. But that could change soon, as the company is making a return to Hawaii soon. … [Read more...] about Mandarin Oriental Leaves Vegas, Returns to Hawaii
Tropical Storm Olivia Impacts Maui
Severe weather has been a common theme in Hawaii this summer. We're fortunate that it hasn't been as bad as the Atlantic Hurricane Season so far, but that could change. For now, though our immediate concern is the current tropical storm. And Tropical Storm Olivia impacts Maui today; the first direct hit for the island as far as I can remember. … [Read more...] about Tropical Storm Olivia Impacts Maui
Tropical Storm Olivia Threatens Hawaii
Hurricane Olivia was a category 1 hurricane yesterday. Since then, however, it's been downgraded to a tropical storm. However, it's still heading towards the islands. As a result, the entire state is preparing for potential impacts as Tropical Storm Olivia threatens Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Tropical Storm Olivia Threatens Hawaii
Hurricane Olivia Threatens Hawaii
Just weeks after Hurricane Lane slammed the Big Island, yet another hurricane is threatening the state. This time Hurricane Olivia threatens Hawaii, and we could begin feeling its effects as early as Tuesday. As a result, Hawaii is under a Tropical Storm Watch yet again. … [Read more...] about Hurricane Olivia Threatens Hawaii
United to Invest $200 Million in Hawaii Airports
United CEO Oscar Munoz was in Hawaii the other week to meet with airline employees and government officials. And, during his visit, Munoz committed United to invest $200 million in Hawaii airports. … [Read more...] about United to Invest $200 Million in Hawaii Airports
Hawaiian Airlines is Ending Beijing Service
For some time now, some travel industry experts have been hoping to develop China into a new source of visitors. And, as a result, airlines began opening new routes there. But now, Hawaiian Airlines is ending Beijing service as visitors haven't materialized as was hoped. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines is Ending Beijing Service
Update: Hurricane Lane Impacts Hawaii
The wait is finally over. Hurricane Lane impacts Hawaii as it makes its way past the islands. … [Read more...] about Update: Hurricane Lane Impacts Hawaii