Following our adventures at Big Island Bees, Mrs. Island Miler and I made our way back to Kona to get some Kona Cookies. Also, we got some lunch and did a little shopping at the KTA Super Store in Waikoloa. … [Read more...] about Kona Cookies and Shopping at KTA Super Store
Destinations
Japan Airlines Adjusting its Hawaii Routes
Just as some US carriers are adding flights to Haneda or changing existing ones from Narita, so too are Japan's two dominant carriers. ANA's changes don't impact Hawaii, though, let's talk about Japan Airlines its adjusting Hawaii routes. … [Read more...] about Japan Airlines Adjusting its Hawaii Routes
The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational 2019
After a rather dramatic past few seasons, The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational 2019 has a chance of happening! What's more, this year's competition, should it happen, introduces a new format with a few firsts. … [Read more...] about The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational 2019
Hawaiian Airlines Check-In Lobby Renovations
Heads up! If you're flying Hawaiian Air out of Honolulu any time soon, you should know that Hawaiian Airlines' check-in lobby renovations began this week. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Check-In Lobby Renovations
Restaurant Week Hawaii 2019
It's that time of the year again. Time to dine out in support of the Culinary Institute of the Pacific during Restaurant Week Hawaii 2019. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Week Hawaii 2019
Honey Tastings and More at Big Island Bees
If you've been reading the blog for a while, you'd know I'm a strong proponent of buying local. And, at home, I usually buy Big Island Bees honey. So, while on the Big Island, I made it a priority to pay them a visit. … [Read more...] about Honey Tastings and More at Big Island Bees
Ikena Landing Breakfast at the Westin Hapuna
While the Westin Hapuna is a large, gorgeous property, it lacks variety when it comes to dining. In fact, the Ikena Landing Breakfast is the only breakfast service available aside from room service. … [Read more...] about Ikena Landing Breakfast at the Westin Hapuna
Four Seasons Koele Re-Opens as a Sensei Retreat
After years of being closed, Lanai's former The Lodge at Koele is back. But the Four Seasons Koele re-opens as a Sensei Retreat with a new focus on wellness. … [Read more...] about Four Seasons Koele Re-Opens as a Sensei Retreat
Southwest Adds San Diego, Merrie Monarch Flights
Nearly a year after they began their Hawaii service, Southwest Airlines will complete its originally planned Hawaii rollout as Southwest adds San Diego flights next year. … [Read more...] about Southwest Adds San Diego, Merrie Monarch Flights
Travel Contests You Should Enter Now
Check it out! Here are a few travel contests you should enter now. One is for a trip to Japan, one is for a hotel stay on Oahu with VIP access to the Billabong Pipe Masters, and another is for HawaiianMiles and memorabilia. … [Read more...] about Travel Contests You Should Enter Now