Hawaii has no shortage of milk tea/boba spots. But one of our newer options, Junbi Waikiki, does things a bit differently. At Junbi, they focus on Japanese matcha rather than black teas and Chinese teas. … [Read more...] about Review: Junbi Waikiki
Destinations
Checking Out Stix Asia Waikiki
During our recent stay in Waikiki, we decided to pop into Stix Asia Waikiki for lunch. Recently opened, Stix Asia Waikiki replaces a similar concept that used to occupy its space - Waikiki Yokocho. And if you've been to Yokocho, Walking into Stix, you might get hit with a sense of deja vu. … [Read more...] about Checking Out Stix Asia Waikiki
Hawaii Hotel Report 01-2023
Hawaii hotel occupancy was slightly up, while rates were down. Let's dig into the numbers in my Hawaii hotel report 01-2023. But, while rates are down a bit, they're still far higher than they were before. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotel Report 01-2023
Review: Sheraton Princess Kaiulani
It's official! I've finally stayed at all of the Marriott properties in Waikiki with my recent stay at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani. To be honest, I could've stayed here long ago, but I just couldn't get myself to do so. Recently, though, I decided to finally pull the trigger. … [Read more...] about Review: Sheraton Princess Kaiulani
HNL Terminal 1 Pre-Check Lane
Recently, Hawaiian Airlines opened a new TSA checkpoint, giving them two separate screening facilities for Terminal 1 at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. But, unfortunately, only one has Pre-Check. So here's where the HNL Terminal 1 Pre-Check Lane is. … [Read more...] about HNL Terminal 1 Pre-Check Lane
Kaimana Has a Pup!
You all remember Kaimana, the monk seal, right? Three years ago, RH58, also known as Rocky, hauled up onto Kaimana Beach and gave birth to a pup. It was the first birth in bustling Waikiki in DECADES. And now, Kaimana has a pup of her own! … [Read more...] about Kaimana Has a Pup!
An Incredible Izakaya Experience at Agaru
One of Honolulu's newest restaurants is also one of the most hotly anticipated amongst those in the know - Agaru by Chef Chris Kajioka. Agaru is Kajioka's first izakaya concept, and, as you'd expect, it's both familiar and different all at once. … [Read more...] about An Incredible Izakaya Experience at Agaru
Hawaiian Air Pilots Ratify a New Contract
Admidts continuing poor financial performance, Hawaiian Air pilots ratify a new contract that will undoubtedly make the Airline's return to profitability all the more difficult. Yet, remaining competitive is essential, thanks to the ongoing pilot shortage. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Pilots Ratify a New Contract
Honolulu Volcanics – Hawaii’s Most Iconic Eruptions
The Ko'olau Volcano's Honolulu Volcanics series is Hawaii's most iconic eruptive phase that most people don't know about. It literally shaped Southern Oahu as we know it. … [Read more...] about Honolulu Volcanics – Hawaii’s Most Iconic Eruptions
Amazing Flavors at Jacqueline PDX
Choosing only one place to eat in Portland is incredibly difficult. But with just one night in the city, I could only choose one dinner spot. And after a lot of research and debate, I settled on giving the seafood-focused Jacqueline PDX a try. … [Read more...] about Amazing Flavors at Jacqueline PDX