Recently, some of my favorite culinary minds in Hawaii came together to open a hidden foodie oasis in Waikiki. The place is, admittedly, a little difficult to find. But, if you seek them out, you'll be rewarded with fantastic Italian food and ice cream. That's why I'm dubbing this place the tastiest secret spot in Waikiki! … [Read more...] about The Tastiest Secret Spot in Waikiki
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United and Mokulele Are Adding New Hawaii Routes
As travel continues to ramp up towards pre-COVID levels, we're seeing not only the return of suspended routes but the addition of new ones too. Case-in-point, United and Mokulele are adding new Hawaii routes. They join Hawaiian and Southwest in launching new routes while demand for travel remains depressed. … [Read more...] about United and Mokulele Are Adding New Hawaii Routes
Hawaii Pre-Clear Expands to Six Airlines
Though parts of the US are relaxing their travel rules, Hawaii isn't. In fact, things are, more or less, staying the same for the time being. However, traveling with those restrictions is getting easier as Hawaii Pre-Clear expands to six airlines in total. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Pre-Clear Expands to Six Airlines
Hawaiian New Possibilities New Adventures Sweepstakes
Enter to win 160,000 HawaiianMiles with the Hawaiian New Possibilities, New Adventures Sweepstakes. The Airline is running the contest to celebrate the commencement of its new routes. What's more, if you win, the miles will - potentially - take you far. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian New Possibilities New Adventures Sweepstakes
The Crowds Are Back in Waikiki!
This past weekend we did another Waikiki staycation. However, things were markedly different compared to our last few stays during the pandemic. The biggest difference, of course, being that the crowds are back in Waikiki! It was crazy, though nowhere near as bad as Miami. … [Read more...] about The Crowds Are Back in Waikiki!
Hawaiian Airlines Expanding Hawaii Pre-Clear Coverage
Earlier this year, Hawaii's largest airline rolled out Hawaii's pre-clearance program at select US Mainland gateway cities. Now, however, Hawaiian Airlines is expanding Hawaii Pre-Clear coverage across much of its network, including to international cities. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Expanding Hawaii Pre-Clear Coverage
Hilton Grand Vacations Acquiring Diamond Resorts!
WOW! The other day, news broke that Hilton Grand Vacations is acquiring Diamond Resorts! This acquisition will undoubtedly have global implications. But, looking closer to home, the acquisition adds a few properties to Hilton Grand Vacations' presence in Hawaii too. … [Read more...] about Hilton Grand Vacations Acquiring Diamond Resorts!
Hawaiian Airlines Introduces New Chefs
Despite the difficulties brought on by the pandemic, Hawaii's largest airline remains committed to its in-flight dining program. In fact, they're looking to keep things interesting as Hawaiian Airlines introduces new chefs for all classes of services. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Introduces New Chefs
Hawaii Bans Use of Test Stockpile at Airports
As with anywhere else, there's a lot of stupid that happens at the government level in Hawaii. But, this recent bit of information really stands out. Hawaii bans use of its test stockpile at airports for post-arrival screening. Oh, and get this, the entire stockpile expires at the end of March! … [Read more...] about Hawaii Bans Use of Test Stockpile at Airports
Mai Tai Bar Breakfast at the Royal Hawaiian
During our recent stay at the Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, the only on-property restaurant open at that time was the Mai Tai Bar. This, of course, is due to the pandemic. And because I wasn't given an elite benefit choice at check-in and was given a breakfast voucher, here's my Mai Tai Bar Breakfast review. … [Read more...] about Mai Tai Bar Breakfast at the Royal Hawaiian