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
Destinations
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
Is an Impossible Burger Loco Moco Good?
With so much buzz around the Impossible Burger, I've been wanting to give them a try. And, as luck would have it, I had a dinner to go to dinner at a restaurant that has it. So, I decided to give a local dish using this meat-free product a try - the Impossible Burger Loco Moco. … [Read more...] about Is an Impossible Burger Loco Moco Good?
Na’au Hilo + PAI Honolulu Collab Dinner
I'm always on the lookout for unique dining experiences - especially those unique to specific locations. Well, a recent Na'au Hilo + PAI Honolulu collab dinner presented exactly that kind of experience. It was an opportunity to, literally, taste Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Na’au Hilo + PAI Honolulu Collab Dinner
Review: Residence Inn Portland Downtown Pearl District
After hitting all our major sites in Seattle, we headed for Oregon, which is someplace my grandparents had never been to. And, for our base of operations while there, I chose the Residence Inn Portland Downtown Pearl District. … [Read more...] about Review: Residence Inn Portland Downtown Pearl District
Hawaii National Parks Increased Their Entry Fees
If you're visiting one of Hawaii's National Parks this year, know that two Hawaii National Parks increased their entry fees on New Year's Day. … [Read more...] about Hawaii National Parks Increased Their Entry Fees