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
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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
Hilton Hotel Coming to Honolulu Airport
While news of a new Marriott Vacation Club in Waikiki caught me off-guard. But news yesterday of a new Hilton hotel coming to Honolulu Airport surprised the hell out of me! … [Read more...] about Hilton Hotel Coming to Honolulu Airport
Restaurant Review: Canard PDX
On our first full day in Portland, we did your typical sightseeing things. For lunch, though, we popped into Canard PDX in Portland's Lower Burnside. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: Canard PDX
Hawaiian Air Saw Net Income Decline in 2019
Hawaii's air travel market saw a major shakeup last year. And, as a result of the increased competitive pressures, Hawaiian Air saw a net income decline in 2019. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Saw Net Income Decline in 2019
Hawaii Saw More Than 10 Million Visitors Last Year
For the first time ever, Hawaii saw more than 10 million visitors last year. And while more visitors are usually a good thing for a tourism economy, in this case, things aren't so black and white. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Saw More Than 10 Million Visitors Last Year
Restaurant Review: Morimoto Asia Waikiki
For our post-marathon dinner, I decided we should eat somewhere in our hotel. After all, it wouldn't be wise to make a marathon runner walk more, right? So, I made reservations for Morimoto Asia Waikiki. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: Morimoto Asia Waikiki
First Auberge Resort in Hawaii Opens
After over a year of redevelopment work, the Big Island's Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows has re-opened. This also marks the opening of the first Auberge Resort in Hawaii. … [Read more...] about First Auberge Resort in Hawaii Opens