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Island Air Nearly Doubles Flight Schedule

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Less than two months ago, Hawaii's Island Air accepted its first brand new Bombardier Q400.  That moment was a huge turning point for the carrier and a step in the right direction.  Not only are the new aircraft faster, quieter, and more efficient, but they're but they're much more reliable.  This increased reliability also allows a dramatic shift in operations as Island Air … [Read more...] about Island Air Nearly Doubles Flight Schedule

Mandarin Oriental Returning to Hawaii

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Hawaii, and Oahu in particular, has seen many new-to-the-islands hotel brands open in recent years.  For example, Oahu's first Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt Centric, and Hilton Garden Inn opened over the last twelve months.  However, one notable luxury brand that used to have a presence on Oahu has remained absent from our lodging options.  That will soon change, however, a … [Read more...] about Mandarin Oriental Returning to Hawaii

Royal Hawaiian Hotel 90th Birthday

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The Royal Hawaiian Hotel, also known as The Pink Palace of the Pacific, is one of the first to open in Waikiki.  It is an iconic property that has played host to many celebrities and dignitaries over the years.  Opened on February 1, 1927, the property has endured wars, economic crisis, and the evolution of Waikiki, and today the Royal Hawaiian Hotel 90th birthday celebration … [Read more...] about Royal Hawaiian Hotel 90th Birthday

Kahala Hotel Renovation Plans

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The Kahala Hotel & Resort, also known as the Kahala Hilton or the Kahala Mandarin, has changed hands a few times in recent years.  Two years ago, however, the fabled property was acquired by Resorttrust Hawaii LLC, the Hawaii subsidiary of Japan-based Resorttrust.  The previous owner was Kahala Hotel Investors LLC, a subsidiary of Honolulu-based Trinity Investments LLC. … [Read more...] about Kahala Hotel Renovation Plans

Guests Ordered to Leave Waikiki Hotel

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Lately Waikiki has been an ever-changing landscape.  Old hotels have been converted into "new" ones or timeshare units, while some new hotels have sprung up, too.  However, some hotel owners don't always play by the rules.  And sometimes these poor decisions causes government actions.  In the latest of these "scandals" guests ordered to leave Waikiki hotel by State Regulators … [Read more...] about Guests Ordered to Leave Waikiki Hotel

Iao Valley State Monument Reconstruction Begins

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Back in mid-September, torrential rains pummeled Maui and much of the rest of the state.  Maui, however, saw the most damage out of all the islands.  And while much of the island experienced bad flooding, the worst devastation occurred in Iao Valley.  There, the Wailuku River doubled in size during this weather event and devastated everything in its path.  But today, the Iao … [Read more...] about Iao Valley State Monument Reconstruction Begins

Airbnb Launches City Hosts

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Airbnb, the loved and hated marketplace for sharing space across the globe, continues its launch of City Hosts. This new website offers a unique localized perspective of the city. In other words, Airbnb is trying to tap a trending tourist market, where tourists don't want to be tourists. Currently, City Hosts is under beta testing. This means you have to be invited … [Read more...] about Airbnb Launches City Hosts