Our time in Merced, California was limited. However, I've wanted to visit Yosemite for a long time now. So, I decided to take us on a brief visit to Yosemite National Park. Though, I'd say "brief" was a hell of an understatement! … [Read more...] about A Brief Visit to Yosemite National Park
Trip Reports
My Arduous Journey Home with Hawaiian Air
My flight to Maui was uneventful. But, things went off the rails from there. So here the story of my arduous journey home with Hawaiian Air. … [Read more...] about My Arduous Journey Home with Hawaiian Air
What I Ate in Merced, California
When I tell people I went to Merced, I often get a puzzled look. Yeah, I didn't know where it was either. As a result, I didn't expect much from the food scene there. So, here's what I ate in Merced, California. … [Read more...] about What I Ate in Merced, California
Review: Tin Roof Maui by Sheldon Simeon
My recent work trip on Maui meant I needed to eat. So, I took this opportunity to FINALLY give Tin Roof Maui by Sheldon Simeon a try! … [Read more...] about Review: Tin Roof Maui by Sheldon Simeon
Review: Courtyard by Marriott Merced
The purpose of our NorCal trip was to attend a wedding in Merced. So, while in Merced, we ended up staying at the Courtyard by Marriott Merced. Why? Because, Marriott, and because it's one of the nicer options in the area. … [Read more...] about Review: Courtyard by Marriott Merced
Review: Appetito Waikiki Lunch Set
I love a good, authentic pizza. So, since its opening, Appetito Waikiki has been on my radar. As a result, we ended up taking advantage of the Appetito Waikiki Lunch Set during our recent Hyatt Centric Waikiki stay. … [Read more...] about Review: Appetito Waikiki Lunch Set
Review: Hawaiian Airlines 146 HNL-OGG
Last month, I had a last-minute work trip to Maui. So for the first time in a few years, let's do an intra-Hawaii flight review. Specifically, I'll be reviewing Hawaiian Airlines 146 HNL-OGG. … [Read more...] about Review: Hawaiian Airlines 146 HNL-OGG
Review: Tartine Manufactory SF Breakfast
We took a red-eye flight to SFO, so after retrieving our Silvercar, the first thing on our agenda was to get some breakfast. So, we decided to head into the city to check out Tartine Manufactory SF Breakfast. … [Read more...] about Review: Tartine Manufactory SF Breakfast
Review: Mahina and Suns Brunch
I'm a big fan of Chef Ed Kenny. His mantra is local first, organic when possible, and always with Aloha. And his newest restaurant brings that style into Waikiki. So let's checkout Mahina and Suns brunch. … [Read more...] about Review: Mahina and Suns Brunch
Honolulu Marathon Carbo-Loading at Arancino di Mare
When running a marathon, you're supposed to carbo-load beforehand right? And the Waikiki Beach Marriott has two excellent options, one of which is Arancino di Mare. … [Read more...] about Honolulu Marathon Carbo-Loading at Arancino di Mare