You know how Hawaii hotels tend to be cramped and dated? Well, one of the worst mainstream brand properties is finally getting the attention it needs! Specifically, the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani is finally being redeveloped! … [Read more...] about Sheraton Princess Kaiulani is Finally Being Redeveloped
Honolulu
Southwest Air Gates at HNL gates are Complete
As Southwest Airlines made its inaugural validation flight, the Hawaii Department of Transportation made another important announcement; the Southwest Air gare at HNL are complete! … [Read more...] about Southwest Air Gates at HNL gates are Complete
ANA Confirms All A380s to Serve Hawaii Market
Well, this is a bit of a shocker! ANA confirms all A380s to serve Hawaii market! That's THREE A380s operating on a single leisure market!! … [Read more...] about ANA Confirms All A380s to Serve Hawaii Market
Review: Tim Ho Wan Waikiki
The Mrs. and I are dim sum fans. And, since its opening, Yauatcha Waikiki was our favorite, albeit pricey spot. So when they closed, we made it a priority to give Tim Ho Wan Waikiki a try. And I'm glad we did. … [Read more...] about Review: Tim Ho Wan Waikiki
Restaurant Week Hawaii 2018
It's that time again. The 11th annual Restaurant Week Hawaii 2018 kicks off tomorrow! … [Read more...] about Restaurant Week Hawaii 2018
Review: Gourmet Plate Lunches at Gochi Grill
Though I've been writing about a lot of upscale restaurants lately, that's not how I normally eat. My usual diet is much simpler, though simpler doesn't have to mean boring. Case in point, the gourmet plate lunches at Gochi Grill. … [Read more...] about Review: Gourmet Plate Lunches at Gochi Grill
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
Mandarin Oriental Leaves Vegas, Returns to Hawaii
Luxury hotelier Mandarin Oriental has many properties around the world, but its footprint in the U.S. is limited; especially now as the Mandarin Oriental leaves Vegas. But that could change soon, as the company is making a return to Hawaii soon. … [Read more...] about Mandarin Oriental Leaves Vegas, Returns to Hawaii