Recently, I booked a trip to Kona for Mrs. Island Miler and I. Things are quite different from the last time we traveled inter-island, so let's talk about booking Hawaii inter-island travel in the Southwest era. … [Read more...] about Booking Hawaii Inter-Island Travel in the Southwest Era
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Post-Island Air Intra-Hawaii Travel
Post-Island Air intra-Hawaii travel is going to be an interesting experience. Though Hawaiian Air no longer has a similar competitor, it isn't the only inter-island airline left. … [Read more...] about Post-Island Air Intra-Hawaii Travel
Island Air Nearly Doubles Flight Schedule
Less than two months ago, Hawaii's Island Air accepted its first brand new Bombardier Q400. That moment was a huge turning point for the carrier and a step in the right direction. Not only are the new aircraft faster, quieter, and more efficient, but they're but they're much more reliable. This increased reliability also allows a dramatic shift in operations as Island Air … [Read more...] about Island Air Nearly Doubles Flight Schedule
Hawaiian Air Announces New Kona Service
Hawaiian Air is the dominant airline for intra-Hawaii travel. Not only do they operate an all jet fleet, but they also have the most comprehensive inter-island service. And just yesterday, Hawaiian Air announces new Kona service to better connect our islands. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Announces New Kona Service
Hawaiian Pilots Will Vote on Strike Authorization
Heads up! If you're headed to Hawaii there is a potential for a strike at the State's largest airline, Hawaiian. Negotiations for a new pilot contract have been ongoing for about a year now, and with little progress made, the Air Line Pilot Association (ALPA) is getting impatient, so Hawaiian pilots will vote on strike authorization. The strike authorization vote is expected … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Pilots Will Vote on Strike Authorization
Our Final Big Day
After viewing the volcano the previous night, we headed back to our hotel a little past 8 and arrive back at around 10pm and promptly knocked out. The next morning we awoke to a BEAUTIFUL Kona morning. Earlier during our trip, we had dinner at Daylight Mind Coffee Company, and like it so much we decided to check it out for breakfast. Since I've already reviewed the … [Read more...] about Our Final Big Day
Island Air Big Island Return
Great news for those that do a lot of intra-Hawaii travel, Island Air is making a return to the Big Island! Beginning June 14, 2016, Island Air will resume service between Honolulu and Kona with 5 daily roundtrips. If you book now thru April 20th, you can take advantage of their special introductory rate of $69 per segment/$138 roundtrip. Remember, Island Air has its own … [Read more...] about Island Air Big Island Return
Hawaiian Airlines Inter-Island Flights
In my last post I discussed Domestic Flights to Hawaii, so this time I'm going to talk about flying inter-island on Hawaiian Airlines. Why? Because, if you really want to maximize your Hawaiian vacation, it's best to visit multiple islands, which requires flying. Of course, some may end up flying simply because of a lack of direct flights to the island they're visiting. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Inter-Island Flights