Hawaiian Air kicked of a Valentine's Day sweepstakes back on February 1. And as February now comes to a close, it's your Hawaiian Air Be Mine Sweepstakes last chance! The contest closes in less than a week on Tuesday, February 28. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Be Mine Sweepstakes Last Chance
Destinations
Ward Warehouse Days Number + Liliha Bakery Renovations
Lately, Hawaii has been in a constant state of change. This is especially true for the island of Oahu. If you haven't been to Honolulu for a few years, for example, you may no longer recognize the Kaka'ako district thanks to its constant evolution. This was true for a friend of mine originally from Oahu when he came home to visit last year. And now, more change is on the … [Read more...] about Ward Warehouse Days Number + Liliha Bakery Renovations
Review: Mentoku Ramen (New York)
Before we left Hawaii for New York, I learned of an interesting ramen shop thanks to Sun Noodle. It's name is Mentoku Ramen, and they're located in New York's theater district. Their claim to fame? Whipped cream ramen. … [Read more...] about Review: Mentoku Ramen (New York)
Big Apple Day 5: Artichoke Pizza & American Museum of Natural History
On our fifth day in The City, we spent the first half of the day down at the World Trade Center. From there, however, we decided to head back uptown to grab a bite to eat and use another CityPass pass. No, we didn't go to someplace fancy for lunch like we did on Day 2. Instead, we searched out some New York utility pizza a bunch of friends had mentioned to us: Artichoke … [Read more...] about Big Apple Day 5: Artichoke Pizza & American Museum of Natural History
AirAsia X to Launch Hawaii Service
A while back, AirAsia X announced its intentions to begin flights to the U.S. At the time the airline really only found success on short and medium haul routes in the Asia-Pacific Region. But about two weeks ago, the airline received approval to begin flights to the U.S. And then a couple days ago the airline made its first U.S. route announcement: AirAsia X to launch Hawaii … [Read more...] about AirAsia X to Launch Hawaii Service
Fewer Seats, Higher Fares to Hawaii in 2017
At the conference of the Pacific Asia Travel Association and the Travel and Tourism Research Association, travel experts predicted fewer seats, higher fares to Hawaii in 2017. … [Read more...] about Fewer Seats, Higher Fares to Hawaii in 2017
Island Air Nearly Doubles Flight Schedule
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
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
Hawaiian Air Be Mine Sweepstakes
Valentines Day is is just under two weeks away! To celebrate, Hawaiian Air has announced a new love based sweepstakes called the Hawaiian Air Be Mine Sweepstakes. Lovebirds hoping for a Hawaiian vacation may now enter for their chance to win a perfect date in paradise. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Be Mine Sweepstakes
Intercontinental Thalasso Spa [Review]
Mr. J wrote about our nicest hotel in 2015. The Intercontinental Thalasso Spa is right up there too. Actually looking back, I think this room was our nicest of 2015. This post is a tour of our stay at The Intercontinental Thalasso Spa. … [Read more...] about Intercontinental Thalasso Spa [Review]









