When you think of the Big Island, you probably think of Kona Coffee or macadamia nuts. But, there's a tea farm there too, which is why tea lovers should visit Hawaii island. … [Read more...] about Tea Lovers Should Visit Hawaii Island
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So Much for Redeeming at Hyatt Centric Waikiki
I have a BIG problem with Hyatt; it can be damn near impossible to redeem points and certificates with them. And, now, another change has me saying so much for redeeming at Hyatt Centric Waikiki. … [Read more...] about So Much for Redeeming at Hyatt Centric Waikiki
Tex Drive In – A Lunch + Malasadas Review
For those of you that don't already know, I love malasadas. My favorite before they closed was Champions in Honolulu. So, I had to give the Big Island's best, Tex Drive In, a try too. … [Read more...] about Tex Drive In – A Lunch + Malasadas Review
Hawaiian-Japan Joint Venture Request Rejected
Ouch. Last week, the Federal Government gave Hawaiian Air an answer they didn't want to hear. The application for the Hawaiian-Japan joint venture request was rejected. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian-Japan Joint Venture Request Rejected
Main Cabin Basic Coming to Inter-Island Flights Too
When I wrote about Hawaiian's new Main Cabin Basic fare, I wondered whether the fare class would come to inter-island routes. And, the answer to that, unfortunately, is yes. Main Cabin Basic is coming to inter-island flights too. … [Read more...] about Main Cabin Basic Coming to Inter-Island Flights Too
Hawaiian Air Flight Attendants to Hold Strike Vote
Hawaiian Air flight attendants are going to hold a strike vote next month. This comes amidst stalled contract negotiations at a time when Hawaiian can ill afford the disruption of a strike. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Flight Attendants to Hold Strike Vote
Hawaiian Airlines Launched Basic Economy
On Monday, Hawaii's largest carrier began offering a new class of service. No, this isn't a new premium product. Rather, Hawaiian Airlines launched basic economy fares, which is just a bait-and-switch way of raising prices. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Launched Basic Economy
Happy 100th Birthday Waialua Agricultural Co 6!
As a rail-fan, I'd like to wish a very unique piece of history a very special birthday. So, happy 100th birthday Waialua Agricultural Co #6! … [Read more...] about Happy 100th Birthday Waialua Agricultural Co 6!
Southwest Airlines 1503 Honolulu – Kona
Being the aviation nut that I am, it's always fun trying new airlines. And, recently, I got to try a new-to-me airline for a quick mini-vacation. So, let's talk about Southwest Airlines 1503 Honolulu - Kona service. … [Read more...] about Southwest Airlines 1503 Honolulu – Kona
HawaiianMiles versus Rapid Rewards
Last week, I compared the Southwest and Hawaiian experiences. But our experiences with the airlines are only part of the equation. So, let's compare HawaiianMiles versus Rapid Rewards. … [Read more...] about HawaiianMiles versus Rapid Rewards