Hawaiian Airlines sure has been busy. In the past couple of weeks, they've announced the cancellation of their Beijing service and the addition of their second East Coast route. And now, they're removing their oldest widebody jets from service, as Hawaiian accelerates the retirement of the 767 fleet. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Accelerates the Retirement of the 767 Fleet
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Marriott Hawaii Hotel Worker Strike Update 2
I've got some encouraging news with this Marriott Hawaii hotel worker strike update 2. Officials with Unite Here! Local 5, Marriott, and Kyo-ya Hotels and Resorts are going to meet. … [Read more...] about Marriott Hawaii Hotel Worker Strike Update 2
Review: Stripsteak Waikiki
I love a good steak. But, in my opinion, finding a place that makes perfect steaks can be difficult; especially since I'm pretty good at cooking steaks myself ?. But I got to try Stripsteak Waikiki during a business dinner and liked it, so I decided to take Mrs. Islander to try the place out. … [Read more...] about Review: Stripsteak Waikiki
Hawaii Marriott Strike Update and Impacts
On October 8, 2,700 Marriott employees in Hawaii walked off the job. They joined other Marriott employees across the country demanding more pay and job security. And while the impacted hotels continue to be open, things aren't business as usual. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Marriott Strike Update and Impacts
Review: The Hideout Waikiki Brunch
As you may recall, my last stay at The Laylow Waikiki was a disappointing one. But you know what didn't disappoint? Dining at The Laylow's signature restaurant, which is always a pleasure. And now, The Hideout Waikiki brunch service, which started just a few months ago, is one of my top picks on Oahu. … [Read more...] about Review: The Hideout Waikiki Brunch
Marriott Hawaii Employees Go on Strike
First came Boston, then came San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, San Diego, and Detroit. And now, Marriott Hawaii employees go on strike too. … [Read more...] about Marriott Hawaii Employees Go on Strike
Disney Cruise Line Returns to Hawaii
Hawaii is a popular port of call for cruises. But, Disney Cruise Line has visited the islands only a handful of times. That, however, is changing soon as Disney Cruise Line returns to Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Disney Cruise Line Returns to Hawaii
Hawaiian and Japan Airlines Expands Their Partnership
One year ago Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines announced a new partnership. This translated to a codeshare agreement between the two airlines which took effect in March of this year. But now, Hawaiian and Japan Airlines expands their partnership further, offering passengers even more options. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian and Japan Airlines Expands Their Partnership
Review: Ice Cream Stuffed Malasadas
When in Hawaii, eating a malasada is one of the things you just have to do. Or so says many of the travel guides and blogs. And most visitors to the islands will instinctively head over to Leonards. But there are many other options and varieties to explore, such as ice cream stuffed malasadas. … [Read more...] about Review: Ice Cream Stuffed Malasadas
The Laylow Waikiki – One Year Later
The Laylow Waikiki opened last May, and since it was a hotel I was following closely, I ended up staying there soon after opening. But much can change in the first year of a hotel's operations. As a result, I thought it prudent to do a The Laylow Waikiki - one year later review. … [Read more...] about The Laylow Waikiki – One Year Later