Last week, Alaska Airlines announced schedule cuts due to labor shortages. This time, it's United's turn. Their issue is a bit different, though. Rather than a labor shortage, an aircraft shortage is hampering operations, and, as a result, United cuts three Hawaii routes. … [Read more...] about United Cuts Three Hawaii Routes
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A Quick Visit to Kula
After checking into the Grand Wailea, we headed back out. As we always do during our visits to Maui, we headed Up Country. But I've written about that before. So instead of rehashing things, I want to talk about some highlights from our quick visit to Kula. … [Read more...] about A Quick Visit to Kula
The Grand Wailea – A Waldorf Astoria Resort
My family would occasionally stay at the Grand Wailea for quick weekend getaways in my younger years. I loved the place, thanks to the amazing pools! Knowing that Mrs. Island Miler had never been, however, I made it my goal last year to get her there. And it was (mostly) great! … [Read more...] about The Grand Wailea – A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Yakitori at Tori Ton Hawaii
Who doesn't love grilled meat on a stick? Yet, the art of Japanese yakitori is so much more than that. To do it well is an art form. So if you're looking for the best in Honolulu, make sure to enjoy some yakitori at Tori Ton Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Yakitori at Tori Ton Hawaii
Hawaii Hotel Rates are SOARING
A Hawaii vacation has never been inexpensive - even for those who call the islands home. But, lately? Hawaii hotel rates are SOARING. You'd know this if you looked recently. For those of you who haven't, though, here's how bad things have gotten. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotel Rates are SOARING
Alaska Air Cuts Flights Including HNL-ANC
Like most other airlines in the US, Alaska Airlines is experiencing staffing shortages. In an effort to prevent a system meltdown during the busy summer travel season, Alaska Air cuts flights, including HNL-ANC. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Cuts Flights Including HNL-ANC
Diamond Head to Require Reservations
Hawaii continues to grapple with over-tourism. As a result, we've seen a variety of coping strategies, most of which revolve around fees and reservations. And that's exactly how officials plan to control crowds at one of Oahu's most popular sites. Of course, that means Diamond Head is to require reservations for visitors. … [Read more...] about Diamond Head to Require Reservations
Xiao Long Bao at Mr Dough Hawaii
Hawaii has a lot of dim sum options. Unfortunately, there aren't a lot of places that serve xiao long bao. So when a new spot opened, it gave me and Mrs. Island Miler some hope. So let's talk about the xiao long bao at Mr Dough Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Xiao Long Bao at Mr Dough Hawaii
Southwest Expands Inter-Island Service
Since they launched their Hawaii service, Southwest has maintained a relatively sparse - though mostly convenient - intra-Hawaii schedule. That, however, is changing later this year as Southwest expands inter-island service. … [Read more...] about Southwest Expands Inter-Island Service
Bar Maze Omakase Dinner
One of Honolulu's newer restaurants is Bar Maze in the trendy Kakaako neighborhood. The brainchild of Bar Leather Apron co-owner/head bartender Justin Park, the Bar Maze Omakase Dinner is a unique experience that takes food and drink pairings to a whole new level. … [Read more...] about Bar Maze Omakase Dinner