Hot on the heels of a strike beginning at the Grand Wailea resort on Maui, Waikiki hotel workers voted to strike. Unite Here Local 5 held a strike vote late last week, and an overwhelming majority of affected members voted in favor of a strike, which will be bad news for visitors if an agreement with the union isn't reached soon. … [Read more...] about Waikiki Hotel Workers Voted to Strike
Destinations
Turtle Bay is Now Live With Marriott
Not long ago, I reported that the Turtle Bay Resort in Kahului was to be acquired by Host Hotels & Resorts, which would then reflag the property a Ritz-Carlton. Well, that time has come, and the Turtle Bay is now live with Marriott. … [Read more...] about Turtle Bay is Now Live With Marriott
Maui One Year Later
It's hard to believe that it's already been one year since raging wildfires consumed Lahaina. The frightening images still seem just as fresh today as they were then. Yet, here we are. So, let's talk about Maui one year later. How are things going, especially as it relates to the visitor industry? … [Read more...] about Maui One Year Later
Grand Wailea Workers are on Strike
Heads up! If you have an upcoming stay at Hilton's Waldorf-Astoria outpost on Maui, know that Grand Wailea workers are on strike! As such, expect delays and disruptions during your stay. … [Read more...] about Grand Wailea Workers are on Strike
Hawaiian Air Winter 2024 Schedule
Hawaiian Airlines typically bulks up its West Coast schedule during the colder months of the year. This year, the Hawaiian Air Winter 2024 schedule is no different and will feature several seasonal routes up and down the West Coast. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Winter 2024 Schedule
A Day of Hiking in Haleakalā National Park
For our one full day on Maui, we decided to do a day of hiking in Haleakalā National Park. Ok, well, not quite literally a day. But we did spend about three hours on one trail, did a little sightseeing around the park afterward, and ended with a little birding, which also required a small amount of hiking again. … [Read more...] about A Day of Hiking in Haleakalā National Park
Hawaiian Flight Overshot the Runway at OGG
Yesterday, a Hawaiian flight overshot the runway at OGG. The incident must have been a frightening one for all onboard, but reports indicate that no one was injured. The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Flight Overshot the Runway at OGG
Review: Miss Arepa Maui
As I mentioned in my intro post, finding places to eat in West Maui is challenging. Many of the small businesses in the area haven't reopened, so much of your dining options are pricy resort restaurants. Thankfully, there are a few options available if you know where to look … [Read more...] about Review: Miss Arepa Maui
Review: Hyatt Regency Maui
Honestly, I chose to stay at the Hyatt Regency Maui because of my ability to redeem points, because they were moving up a category, and to review something new-to-me. However, it wasn't the most sensible place for us to stay given what we had planned, doubly so because of how things remain post-fire. … [Read more...] about Review: Hyatt Regency Maui
Hawaiian Electric Public Safety Power Shutoff Program
Summertime in Hawai'i means long days at the beach, shave ice, mango, and lychee. It also means hurricane season which, thankfully, isn't usually an issue for us. However, now summertime means wildfire season, and, with it, the potential for disruptions in electrical service with the Hawaiian Electric Public Safety Power Shutoff Program. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Electric Public Safety Power Shutoff Program