As promised at the time of the merger closing, Alaska Airlines has launched an all-new kama'aina-only program called Huaka'i by Hawaiian Airlines. This benefit is similar in spirit to Alaska Air's Club 49 for Alaska residents, but isn't quite as generous. … [Read more...] about Huaka’i by Hawaiian Airlines
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Alaska and Hawaiian Begin Route Optimization
As a condition of their merger approval, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are unable to reduce capacity on any of their existing routes. However, that doesn't mean that they cannot the way in which they currently operate them. As such, Alaska and Hawaiian begin route optimization on two West Coast-Hawai'i routes. … [Read more...] about Alaska and Hawaiian Begin Route Optimization
Review: Sushi Izakaya Gaku
There are many Japanese restaurants of differing quality and style around Honolulu. However, one has stood the test of time as a reliable standby - Sushi Izakaya Gaku. Despite being around for a while now, I've never been here until recently. And I'm glad I finally made it out to try this beloved spot. … [Read more...] about Review: Sushi Izakaya Gaku
Waikīkī Hotel Workers Ratified New Contracts
Due to personal needs, I've not written any new content in over a week! However, I'm back now and am pleased to inform you all that Waikīkī hotel workers ratified new contracts, ending a strike at one of the state's largest properties while also preventing walkouts at others. However, not all hotels in the islands are safe from work stoppages yet. … [Read more...] about Waikīkī Hotel Workers Ratified New Contracts
The Venetian and IHG are Parting Ways
It seems that loyalty program in Las Vegas have been a state of constant change over the past several years, including adjustments to Caesar Rewards, MGM Rewards, and MGM's flip from the World of Hyatt to Marriott Bonvoy. Well, it isn't stopping there, as the Venetian and IHG are parting ways now, too. … [Read more...] about The Venetian and IHG are Parting Ways
Alaska Lounge May Be Coming to Honolulu
With the Alaska-Hawaiian merger in full swing, it looks as if Alaska Airlines is looking to expand its ground services in the islands. This is especially true at their new hub, as news recently broke that an Alaska lounge may be coming to Honolulu. This news may also reinforce Alaska's commitment to maintaining two separate brands. … [Read more...] about Alaska Lounge May Be Coming to Honolulu
The Delano Las Vegas Will Rebrand
This past Monday, MGM Resorts International announced that the Delano Las Vegas will rebrand. To me, this is great news, as the Delano Las Vegas is one of my favorite hotels there, but it has thus far been excluded from MGM's and Marriott's new partnership - even though that partnership is incredibly lackluster. … [Read more...] about The Delano Las Vegas Will Rebrand
HNL Improved Its Passenger Satisfaction Ranking
If you live in Hawai'i and have visited other places or have visited before, you probably know that our airports are not great. However, in JD Powers' most recent assessment, HNL improved its passenger satisfaction rankings, but not by much. … [Read more...] about HNL Improved Its Passenger Satisfaction Ranking
Hawai’i May Have a Wetter Winter 2024
Despite unusually inconsistent dry and wet spells throughout the summer, we ended up having a higher average rainfall total than normal. That trend looks like it'll continue into later this year and early next year, as Hawai'i may have a wetter winter 2024. … [Read more...] about Hawai’i May Have a Wetter Winter 2024
The Future of the Hawaiian Credit Card
One of the biggest questions surrounding the Alaska-Hawaiian merger is what will happen to the credit cards? This is especially true for us points and miles nerds. Well, we now have some info on the future of the Hawaiian credit card, along with some of the benefits it offers. … [Read more...] about The Future of the Hawaiian Credit Card