With new quarantine orders in place, a shelter-in-place order on two islands, and vastly reduced service from Hawaiian Airlines, it comes as no surprise that Hawaii hotels are suspending operations. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotels Are Suspending Operations
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Hawaiian Airlines to Cease Most Flights
Following Hawaii Governor Ige's order mandating a quarantine for any person arriving in the State of Hawaii, the state's largest carrier announced that Hawaiian Airlines is to cease most flights this week. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines to Cease Most Flights
Hawaii Travel Restrictions + Ko Olina Closing
With the pandemic situation worsening, Hawaii's Governer announced new Hawaii travel restrictions, while Ko Olina Resort announced that it's closing to the general public. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Travel Restrictions + Ko Olina Closing
More Reasons to Not Come to Hawaii Right Now
For whatever reason, people are still arriving in Hawaii en mass for spring break. So, let's talk about more reasons to not come to Hawaii right now. You know, besides the obvious, pandemic-related reasons. … [Read more...] about More Reasons to Not Come to Hawaii Right Now
Hawaii Says Stay Away + Vegas is Closed for Business
Yup, COVID-19 is still continuing to spread across the US and most of the rest of the world. As a result, Hawaii says stay away to all visitors, while Vegas is officially closed for business. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Says Stay Away + Vegas is Closed for Business
Revisiting the Tillamook Creamery
The last time I visited the Tillamook Creamery was back in 2015. But, since then, the place underwent a significant revamp. So, revisiting the Tillamook Creamery with my family was a top priority - especially since they like cheese and ice cream! … [Read more...] about Revisiting the Tillamook Creamery
Korean Carriers Reduce Hawaii Capacity
New COVID-19 cases continue to appear at a rate of several hundred per day. That outpaces China's rate of new cases! And, as a result, Korean carriers reduce Hawaii capacity - FINALLY. … [Read more...] about Korean Carriers Reduce Hawaii Capacity
James Beard Award 2020 Semifinalists
One of the most prestigious culinary awards in the United States is the James Beard Foundation's Awards. And, recently the James Beard Award 2020 semifinalists list came out - including a few Hawaii entries! … [Read more...] about James Beard Award 2020 Semifinalists
Review: Portland Japanese Garden
While in Portland, the site my grandparents and mom wanted to see most was the Portland Japanese Garden. It's a popular attraction within the larger Washington Park, which sits above downtown Portland. … [Read more...] about Review: Portland Japanese Garden
The Maui Sugar Cane Train is Done
It appears that the Maui Sugar Cane Train is done. I say it appears because their iconic locomotives are up for sale, but no formal announcement has been made by the railroad's owners. … [Read more...] about The Maui Sugar Cane Train is Done