During a recent study, the University of Hawaii determined that Mauna Loa is no longer the largest shield volcano on the planet. That title now goes to another unlikely volcano in the Hawaiian Islands. Can you guess which it is? … [Read more...] about Mauna Loa No Longer Largest Shield Volcano
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Hawaii is Doing What it Needs to Do
Over the past week, there have been a lot of discussions surrounding Hawaii's response to COVID-19. And, many have been disheartening. But, know that Hawaii is doing what it needs to do. … [Read more...] about Hawaii is Doing What it Needs to Do
Most Hawaii Hotels Begin Issuing One-Time Use Keys
Last week, Hawaii lawmakers threw out some interesting quarantine enforcement ideas. Well, it appears one of those ideas is being implemented as most Hawaii hotels begin issuing one-time use keys. … [Read more...] about Most Hawaii Hotels Begin Issuing One-Time Use Keys
Hawaii Lawmakers Grapple with Visitor Violations
As far as we can tell, Hawaii has flattened the curve. So, the risk for us, now, primarily comes from outsiders. As a result, Hawaii lawmakers grapple with visitor violations of quarantine rules and how to stop them. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Lawmakers Grapple with Visitor Violations
Hawaiian FAs Approve New Contract, But…
With all the travel doom and gloom these days, there's some good news to report! Hawaiian FAs approve a new contract! Hooray! Despite this, things at Hawaiian aren't looking so good as the Airline struggles to hang on. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian FAs Approve New Contract, But…
Hawaiian Airlines Receives $654 Million in Relief Funds
In total, Hawaii businesses will receive $2.7 billion of the initial wave of COVID-19 relief funds. Of that, Hawaiian Airlines receives $654 million in relief funds, which will help keep Hawaii's largest airline afloat … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Receives $654 Million in Relief Funds
Hawaii Quarantine Rules are Extended Through May 31
Heads up! If you're thinking of taking advantage of the cheap airfare to visit the islands, know this - Hawaii quarantine rules are extended through May 31. So, you know, don't buy a ticket here. At least not right now. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Quarantine Rules are Extended Through May 31
Review: Izakaya Uosan (Honolulu)
This past Valentine's Day, you know, the last normal holiday we had eons ago, I decided to have a non-traditional Valentine's dinner at a Japanese restaurant. So, I made us reservations at Honolulu's Izakaya Uosan. … [Read more...] about Review: Izakaya Uosan (Honolulu)
The Nakalele Heart Rock is No More
Six years ago, Mrs. Island Miler and I hiked down to the Nakalele Heart Rock on Maui. Mrs. J even went to check it out on their visit too. Twice! But, sadly, I recently learned that the Nakalele Heart Rock is No More. … [Read more...] about The Nakalele Heart Rock is No More
Review: Akira Japanese Restaurant
Mrs. Island Miler loves sushi. So last November, I took her to Honolulu's Akira Japanese restaurant for her birthday, as they feature quite a few uni dishes on their menu - uni being one of her favorites. … [Read more...] about Review: Akira Japanese Restaurant