Thanks to the Boeing 737 MAX issues, Southwest had to put its Hawaii ambitions on hold. But, now, Southwest Airlines adds new Hawaii routes in a big push to play catchup. Plus, they're offering a fare special! … [Read more...] about Southwest Airlines Adds New Hawaii Routes
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Southwest Announces Honolulu-Hilo Service
I've got great news for Hawaii residents and visitor alike! Southwest announces Honolulu-Hil service! Finally, we'll have competition once again on an inter-island route that desperately needs it. … [Read more...] about Southwest Announces Honolulu-Hilo Service
Rideshare Services are Coming to All Hawaii Airports
Great news! After the success of the rideshare pilot program at Honolulu (duh), the State is expanding the program. So, FINALLY, rideshare services are coming to all Hawaii airports. … [Read more...] about Rideshare Services are Coming to All Hawaii Airports
Akaka Falls Loop Trail Closures
Akaka Falls Loop Trail closures will commence soon to repair damages sustained earlier this year. … [Read more...] about Akaka Falls Loop Trail Closures
United Upgrades Hawaii Routes + American Backtracks
United upgrades Hawaii routes with more frequencies and better cabins. And American backs off Spirit-style economy seats. … [Read more...] about United Upgrades Hawaii Routes + American Backtracks
Doubletree Grand Naniloa Now Open
Great news! The much anticipated Doubletree Grand Naniloa is now open in Hilo, on the Big Island. It's the first Doubletree on the Big Island, and is the only name brand hotel on the Hilo side of the island. The Naniloa will undoubtedly be the best hotel in Hilo, too. That being said, the Naniloa is not a new hotel. The Grand Naniloa Hotel was formerly known simply as … [Read more...] about Doubletree Grand Naniloa Now Open
Lava Flow 61G Reaches the Sea
Great news! Kilauea Volcano's lava flow 61G has reached the sea. In the wee hours of Tuesday, July 26, the lava flow crossed the Emergency Access road and flowed into the ocean. This is the first time in 3 years that Pele (goddess of fire) has met her sister Namaka (goddess of the sea). Flow 61G actually originates from the Pu'u O'o vent on Kilauea's East Rift Zone. … [Read more...] about Lava Flow 61G Reaches the Sea
The Seaside Restaurant
Our Big Adventure Flight Review: Hawaiian Airlines Honolulu to Kona Hotel Review: Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel Skyline Eco Adventures Akaka Falls Akaka Falls Japanese Sweets at Two Ladies Kitchen Punalu'u Black Sand Beach Daylight Mind Coffee Company Dinner Hawaii Volcanoes National Park The Seaside Restaurant As I said in my … [Read more...] about The Seaside Restaurant
Japanese Sweets at Two Ladies Kitchen
Our Big Adventure Flight Review: Hawaiian Airlines Honolulu to Kona Hotel Review: Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel Skyline Eco Adventures Akaka Falls Akaka Falls Japanese Sweets at Two Ladies Kitchen After our adventures around Akaka Falls, the wife and I decided to skip lunch and make a pilgrimage to the must-visit place for locals … [Read more...] about Japanese Sweets at Two Ladies Kitchen
Akaka Falls State Park
Our Big Adventure Flight Review: Hawaiian Airlines Honolulu to Kona Hotel Review: Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel Skyline Eco Adventures Akaka Falls Akaka Falls After finishing up at Skyline Eco Adventures Akaka Falls, the wife and I decided to take a drive to Akaka Falls State Park to check it out the actual Akaka Falls. As the … [Read more...] about Akaka Falls State Park
