Yes, you read that title correctly. I touched on this briefly during my most recent post about Hawaiian's PW1100G woes, but an article from the other week casually mentioned A330 lease extensions. That made me take a double take and ask myself, Hawaiian is planning to divest A330s?! … [Read more...] about Hawaiian is Planning to Divest A330s?
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Review: Obake Honolulu
The loss of Kaimuki's HeiHo House was a gut-punch to me. There, they served up quirky, unique, yet insanely delicious food and drink, by some of the best people in the industry. So I was elated to hear that the team would be back together at a completely different concept: Obake Honolulu. … [Read more...] about Review: Obake Honolulu
Maui Tourism Remains Depressed
Three months since the deadly Maui wildfires, and things are still far from normal - no surprise there, really. Despite West Maui reopening completely (with the exception of Lahaina), Maui tourism remains depressed and is likely to stay that way well into 2024. Of course, that's only making the situation worse. … [Read more...] about Maui Tourism Remains Depressed
United is Taking Newark-Honolulu Seasonal
Currently, you can fly from Honolulu to three cities on the U.S. East Coast non-stop year round. However, that's changing next year as it seems that United taking Newark-Honolulu seasonal. This is, of course, United's longest domestic flight, along with their longest Hawaii flight. … [Read more...] about United is Taking Newark-Honolulu Seasonal
Review: Hawaiian Airlines 212 HNL-ITO
As I mentioned in my introductory post, I chose not to fly Southwest Airlines to Hilo because of the poor timing. That's how we found ourselves on Hawaiian Airlines 212 - the first time I've purchased an inter-island flight on Hawaiian in nearly a decade. … [Read more...] about Review: Hawaiian Airlines 212 HNL-ITO
PW1100 Issue is Paralyzing Hawaiian
A while back, I reported on Hawaiian's schedule modifications due to ongoing issues with their Airbus A321neo fleet. Unfortunately, the PW1100 issue is paralyzing Hawaiian, taking more of these critical aircraft out of service and forcing the Airline to make difficult choices. … [Read more...] about PW1100 Issue is Paralyzing Hawaiian
Enter: Journey with Flying Honu Sweepstakes
ANA is celebrating 25 years flying to Hawaii! To mark this milestone, which just so happens to coincide with their full A380 fleet finally being deployed, they're giving us a chance to win free travel to Japan with the Journey with Flying Honu Sweepstakes! … [Read more...] about Enter: Journey with Flying Honu Sweepstakes
Enter: Island Style Maui Sweepstakes
To promote responsible tourism to Maui, Hawaiian Airlines is giving away 200,000 HawaiianMiles, a stay in Wailea, resort dining credits, concert tickets, and wellness experience passes via their Island Style Maui Sweepstakes. … [Read more...] about Enter: Island Style Maui Sweepstakes
West Maui Will Reopen on November 1
Maui Mayor Richard Bissen has changed his mind again. Just weeks after switching to and beginning a phased reopening plan, he's ditching altogether and now saw West Maui will reopen on November 1. … [Read more...] about West Maui Will Reopen on November 1
Businesses and Residents Are Leaving Lahaina
Just over two months after the tragic Maui fires, Maui's visitor industry continues to struggle, and the County continues to hemorrhage money. Unsurprisingly, those affected can't wait anymore and, as a result, businesses and residents are leaving Lahaina. Some with the intent of returning, and some are leaving for good. … [Read more...] about Businesses and Residents Are Leaving Lahaina