Hyatt gave us a lovely Valentine's gift in the form of an all-new award category level. So let's take a look at and discuss the 2022 Hyatt award charge changes in Hawaii and beyond. … [Read more...] about The 2022 Hyatt Award Chart Changes in Hawaii
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Review: National Car Rental Kahului
For this trip to Maui, I chose to get our car from National Car Rental Kahului. The overall experience was similar to that of Vegas, only there was no shortage here, though the car I ended up with wasn't as good as the one I had in Sin City. … [Read more...] about Review: National Car Rental Kahului
Herringbone Waikiki Revisited
When we figured out we wouldn't be running the Honolulu Marathon Start to the Park, we decided to do the exact opposite. That gave me the chance to do a Herringbone Waikiki revisited post, as they recently reopened under new management. … [Read more...] about Herringbone Waikiki Revisited
Visiting the Hawaiian Shochu Company
You all know I'm a fan of Hawaiian wine and Agricole-style rum. But, Hawaii's homegrown adult beverage industry is more diverse than that - you just have to know where to look. So that's how we found ourselves visiting the Hawaiian Shochu Company. … [Read more...] about Visiting the Hawaiian Shochu Company
Honolulu Mayor Implements Laughable New Restriction
It's no secret that Mayor Rick Blangiardi is vehemently against many pandemic control measures. Yet, Hawaii is amid its worst surge ever. So, the Honolulu Mayor implements a laughable new restriction in an attempt to appease naysayers. But, really, who is he kidding? … [Read more...] about Honolulu Mayor Implements Laughable New Restriction
Hawaii Safe Travels Eliminates Pesky Questionnaire
Yesterday, the State of Hawaii announced adjustments to its pandemic travel control measures. One of these changes halves the mandatory quarantine period. Plus, Hawaii Safe Travels eliminates its pesky questionnaire, easing the pre-departure process. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Safe Travels Eliminates Pesky Questionnaire
Review: Foodstart A5 Wagyu Beef Musubi
I've said it before, and I'll say it again, the pandemic has seen the rise of interesting new foodstuffs in Hawaii. One of the latest of these is Chef Jeremy Shigekane's Foodstart A5 Wagyu Beef Musubi. … [Read more...] about Review: Foodstart A5 Wagyu Beef Musubi
Review: Beyond Pastry Studio Cheesecakes
During the pandemic, numerous new hole-in-the-wall businesses popped up across Honolulu. One of these businesses is Beyond Pastry Studio, renown for their epicurean cheesecakes. And, this past Thanksgiving, we finally tried the Beyond Pastry Studio Cheesecakes. … [Read more...] about Review: Beyond Pastry Studio Cheesecakes
Two Mokulele Aircraft Damaged During Kona Low
Earlier this week, Hawaii was hit by an intense storm system. The unusually strong storm brought with it tropical-storm-force winds and torrential rains which caused widespread flooding, downed trees, and numerous other problems. Unfortunately, two Mokulele aircraft were damaged during the Kona Low too, upending the small carrier's schedule. … [Read more...] about Two Mokulele Aircraft Damaged During Kona Low
Honolulu City Council Approves Hotel Tax Increase
Following every other county in Hawaii, the Honolulu City Council approves a hotel tax increase for Oahu. The increase will help to shore up the City's budget but will also increase the net cost of hotel states for visitors and locals alike. … [Read more...] about Honolulu City Council Approves Hotel Tax Increase