I know many in the blogosphere complain about room upgrades with Marriott. Maybe it's because I don't travel a ton, but I haven't had issues with Marriott upgrades. But since I stayed with two major brands during my recent trip, I want to talk about how my recent room upgrade experiences went during these stays. … [Read more...] about My Recent Room Upgrade Experiences
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Honolulu City Council Approves Hotel Tax Increase
Following every other county in Hawaii, the Honolulu City Council approves a hotel tax increase for Oahu. The increase will help to shore up the City's budget but will also increase the net cost of hotel states for visitors and locals alike. … [Read more...] about Honolulu City Council Approves Hotel Tax Increase
Review: Famous Foods Street Eats at Resort World LV
After our sugar-fueled morning at Ethel M's, we needed actual sustenance. So, we decided to head back to the Strip to check out one of the newest dining options in Vegas - Famous Foods Street Eats at Resort World LV. Though, my primary goal for our visit was just to check out Kuru Kuru Pa by the Aoki Brothers. 😉 … [Read more...] about Review: Famous Foods Street Eats at Resort World LV
What Hawaii Restrictions Changed Yesterday
As previously announced, Governor David Ige issued a new emergency proclamation transferring rule-making authority to the county mayors. But only Honolulu announced its rule changes ahead of time. So let's go over what Hawaii restrictions changed yesterday as the new emergency proclamation took effect. … [Read more...] about What Hawaii Restrictions Changed Yesterday
Review: KoHana Ready-to-Drink Daiquiri
On Black Friday, I purchased one of KoHana Rum's special mystery boxes just to see what I'd get. When I went to pick up my box I also decided to pick up a couple bottles of their new KoHana ready-to-drink daiquiri. Honestly, I was a bit skeptical at first. But, in the end, I came away pleasantly surprised. … [Read more...] about Review: KoHana Ready-to-Drink Daiquiri
New Honolulu Rental Car Center Opens on December 1
Renting a car on Oahu is about to get a whole lot easier as the new Honolulu rental car center opens on December 1, 2022. The massive new center promises to improve both visitors' and kamaaina experience at Honolulu alike and represents the final piece of Honolulu's airport modernization program. … [Read more...] about New Honolulu Rental Car Center Opens on December 1
PSA: Transporting Fruit Within Hawaii
Recently, Mrs. Island Miler and I ventured to the Valley Isle for some R&R. We had a great time and spent way too much money there thanks to all of the things we discovered - more on that soon! But, on our way home, we ran into some nasty rules regarding transporting fruit within Hawaii. … [Read more...] about PSA: Transporting Fruit Within Hawaii
Review: Ethel M Chocolates Factory
As a kid, I always looked forward to my grandparents' annual trip to Vegas, as they'd always come back with a box of scrumptious Ethel M truffles. Yet, despite having been to Vegas a handful of times myself now, I've never been to the Ethel M Chocolates Factory until now. … [Read more...] about Review: Ethel M Chocolates Factory
Hawaii is Ending Many Statewide Restrictions
During a press conference on Tuesday, Governor David Ige made a surprise announcement - Hawaii is ending many statewide restrictions. From now on, county mayors will have the authority to set most of their own pandemic rules. Some things, however, aren't changing. … [Read more...] about Hawaii is Ending Many Statewide Restrictions
Hilton Hawaiian Village Plans to Add Another Tower
The largest hotel in Hawaii may be getting bigger as the Hilton Hawaiian Village plans to add another tower to its sprawling campus. Unlike recent additions, however, the new tower will house hotel rooms rather than additional timeshare units. … [Read more...] about Hilton Hawaiian Village Plans to Add Another Tower