Hawaii-based supermarket chain Foodland has been busy reinventing itself. Part of that reinvention is new stores like the company's Foodland Farms and smaller Kahala Market concepts. But, their diversification now includes restaurants. Recently, I got to try one of these restaurants - Et Al Hawaii by Foodland. … [Read more...] about Review: Et Al Hawaii by Foodland
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Sheraton Waikiki Breakfast at KAI Market
During our stay at the Sheraton Waikiki, I once again decided to check out the property's on-site breakfast options. Sure, there are other options conveniently located nearby, but I wanted to be able to report on the full experience for you all 😉. So we checked out the Sheraton Waikiki Breakfast at KAI Market. … [Read more...] about Sheraton Waikiki Breakfast at KAI Market
Hotel Review: Sheraton Waikiki
This year, we already stayed at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel and the Westin Moana Surfrider. That's two out of three Waikiki oceanfront hotels owned by Kyo-Ya Hotels & Resorts. So, why not complete the trio and give the Sheraton Waikiki a try? … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Sheraton Waikiki
Hanauma Bay Entry Fee More Than Doubles
Restaurant Review: Brick Fire Tavern
Recently, I had a hankering for pizza. So, in what was our first indoor dine-in experience together since Sushi Sho Waikiki, we headed over to Brick Fire Tavern in the Honolulu neighborhood of Kaimuki. And what we found there, aside from great pizza, was a fantastic lunch value. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: Brick Fire Tavern
DLNR May Build More Groins in Waikiki
Earlier this year, a sand replenishment project wrapped up along Waikiki Beach. However, that project was only a small piece of the puzzle. In fact, Hawaii's DLNR may build more groins in Waikiki, accompanied by yet more sand replenishment projects. … [Read more...] about DLNR May Build More Groins in Waikiki
Oahu Moves to Tier 4 of Reopening Strategy
With vaccination rates increasing in Hawaii, things are continuing to change. One of the latest changes includes Oahu's Reopening Strategy. As a result of the changes, Oahu moves to tier 4 of its reopening strategy. … [Read more...] about Oahu Moves to Tier 4 of Reopening Strategy
Restaurant Review: Quiora Waikiki Dinner
Back in March, Mrs. Island Mileer insisted on taking me out for my birthday. We skipped the prior because of the pandemic. But, with things slowly reopening, we decided to give Quiora Waikiki dinner service a try. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: Quiora Waikiki Dinner
Keep Your Distance From Hawaiian Monk Seals
For the second time in the past few years, an endangered Hawaiian monk seal has given birth on busy Waikiki Beach. The rarity of these events means they draw a lot of people. But, even if you aren't interested in the seals, you should keep your distance from Hawaiian monk seals on Waikiki beach. … [Read more...] about Keep Your Distance From Hawaiian Monk Seals
Hotel Review: Westin Moana Surfrider
For my birthday this year, I decided to book us a stay at the Westin Moana Surfrider. Why? Because I've wanted to check this property out for a while now, and I found some amazing kama'aina rates. My recent experience at the Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, helped pique my curiosity as well. … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Westin Moana Surfrider