MGM Resort International's new loyalty program, MGM Rewards, is finally here. And, unfortunately, the program did make earning status a lot more difficult going forward, as was rumored earlier last month. … [Read more...] about MGM Rewards is Finally Here
Destinations
Makapuu Lighthouse Trail Closes for 3 Days
The incredibly popular Makapuu Lighthouse trail closes for 3 days this week for deep maintenance. And while the hiking trail is closed, the entire area isn't off-limits. Here's what you need to know. … [Read more...] about Makapuu Lighthouse Trail Closes for 3 Days
Herringbone Waikiki Revisited
When we figured out we wouldn't be running the Honolulu Marathon Start to the Park, we decided to do the exact opposite. That gave me the chance to do a Herringbone Waikiki revisited post, as they recently reopened under new management. … [Read more...] about Herringbone Waikiki Revisited
I Finally Tried the IKEA Swedish Meatballs
Here's a shocker - until recently, I've never been to an IKEA. Yup. I never found the love for these gigantic stores. But, recently, I went to my first one. And, as a result, I finally tried the IKEA Swedish Meatballs. … [Read more...] about I Finally Tried the IKEA Swedish Meatballs
Review: Bouchon Bakery Las Vegas
While we were in Vegas, I wanted to check out Bouchon Bakery Las Vegas. So, on our second to last day in Sinc City, we hopped over to the Venitian for what we hoped would be a quick breakfast. Boy, what an adventure that ended up being. … [Read more...] about Review: Bouchon Bakery Las Vegas
Review: Queensbreak Restaurant
During our most recent stay at the Waikiki Beach Marriott, we were given a credit for the hotel's newest eatery - the Queensbreak Restaurant. Wanting to maximize the value of this stay, we decided to go check them out for pupus and cocktails. … [Read more...] about Review: Queensbreak Restaurant
Visiting the Hawaiian Shochu Company
You all know I'm a fan of Hawaiian wine and Agricole-style rum. But, Hawaii's homegrown adult beverage industry is more diverse than that - you just have to know where to look. So that's how we found ourselves visiting the Hawaiian Shochu Company. … [Read more...] about Visiting the Hawaiian Shochu Company
Review: Vanderpump Cocktail Garden
As if the nearly 20-course dinner we had at e by Jose Andres wasn't enough, we headed straight out after dinner to Vanderpump Cocktail Garden at Caesars Palace for more bites and libations. … [Read more...] about Review: Vanderpump Cocktail Garden
MGM Rebrands and Devalues Their Loyalty Program
Last week MGM Resorts International announced that they'd be changing up their M Life loyalty program. The program's new name and perks are heralded as a positive change. Yet, we know that's not true as MGM rebrands and devalues their loyalty program all at once. … [Read more...] about MGM Rebrands and Devalues Their Loyalty Program
Honolulu Mayor Implements Laughable New Restriction
It's no secret that Mayor Rick Blangiardi is vehemently against many pandemic control measures. Yet, Hawaii is amid its worst surge ever. So, the Honolulu Mayor implements a laughable new restriction in an attempt to appease naysayers. But, really, who is he kidding? … [Read more...] about Honolulu Mayor Implements Laughable New Restriction