During our stay at the Grand Wailea, I contemplated returning to Spago or Ka'ana Kitchen. However, I decided to give the Grand's signature restaurant a shot and booked dinner at Humuhumunukunukuapua'a. … [Read more...] about Dinner at Humuhumunukunukuapua’a
Destinations
Permit Required for Oregon Waterfall Corridor
If you want to visit the famous waterfalls of the Columbia River Gorge, know this: a permit is required for the Oregon Waterfall Corridor this summer. Like many popular destinations, the area is inundated with visitors and trying to better manage crowding issues. … [Read more...] about Permit Required for Oregon Waterfall Corridor
Hilton Hawaiian Village Fireworks Return!
One of my favorite Honolulu attractions is making a comeback as the Hilton Hawaiian Village fireworks return after a long, pandemic-induced hiatus. … [Read more...] about Hilton Hawaiian Village Fireworks Return!
Kula Shave Ice North Shore is Back!
For months now, I've been without my favorite shave ice spot in all of Hawaii. Thankfully, Kula Shave Ice North Shore is back in what is, I hope, a more permanent home for them. And, yes, their shave ice hasn't changed one bit! … [Read more...] about Kula Shave Ice North Shore is Back!
Restaurant Marlow and Donut Dynamite
During our only full day in Wailea, we weren't supposed to leave the Grand Wailea. However, there were things we wanted to check out, so we ventured out. While we were out, we checked out Restaurant Marlow and Donut Dynamite. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Marlow and Donut Dynamite
Trying the Famous Porto’s Cheese Roll
Another foodie goal of ours in Los Angeles was trying the famous Porto's Cheese Roll. I only recently learned of them - probably just before the pandemic hit. But everyone that has tried them loves them, so we had to give them a try! … [Read more...] about Trying the Famous Porto’s Cheese Roll
Havens Maui and Tin Roof
On our first night in Wailea, we kept things simple and got take out for dinner. But we didn't get just any takeout - we went to a popular newbie and star chef spot. Can you guess where? Yup, we hit up both Havens Maui and Tin Roof by Sheldon Simeon for dinner. … [Read more...] about Havens Maui and Tin Roof
Los Angeles Sweets
After visiting the Space Shuttle Endeavour, it was time to go hunt down some Los Angeles Sweets. Of course, this meant battling tons of traffic to not get very far. But was our trek worth it? I thought so. … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Sweets
Visiting Space Shuttle Endeavour
It's long been my dream to witness a space shuttle launch. Since that never happened, the next best thing was to visit an actual orbiter. Not being able to see Discovery in Washington D.C., visiting Space Shuttle Endeavour in California was an incredible redemption for me. … [Read more...] about Visiting Space Shuttle Endeavour
United Cuts Three Hawaii Routes
Last week, Alaska Airlines announced schedule cuts due to labor shortages. This time, it's United's turn. Their issue is a bit different, though. Rather than a labor shortage, an aircraft shortage is hampering operations, and, as a result, United cuts three Hawaii routes. … [Read more...] about United Cuts Three Hawaii Routes