CLEAR has been around (at least in its current incarnation) for around a decade. Allowing members to skip the TSA or TSA Pre-Check line, CLEAR is beloved in busy airports. But it's never been available in the islands, at least until now, as CLEAR is coming to Hawaii. … [Read more...] about CLEAR is Coming to Hawaii
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Review: Double Three Bubble Waffle and Ice Cream
After dinner at Utage Restaurant & Lounge, Mrs. Island Miler and our friend wanted to check out a spot across the parking lot called Double Three, which is bubble waffle and soft serve ice cream shop. … [Read more...] about Review: Double Three Bubble Waffle and Ice Cream
Aloha Pualani!
No, this isn't a post about Hawaiian Airlines or Aloha Airlines. Rather, Aloha Pualani is about the departure of Ka'iwi's latest pup and the reopening of the stretch of popular beach that the duo has been occupying. … [Read more...] about Aloha Pualani!
Monk Seals Close a Portion of Waikiki Beach
That's right, Monk Seals close a portion of Waikiki Beach, as another mother gives birth on the bustling beach. Like all the previous births, this one occurred on Kaimana Beach. Unlike last time, though, it's Ka'iwi - not Rocky - that gave birth, and the closure is MUCH bigger this time around. … [Read more...] about Monk Seals Close a Portion of Waikiki Beach
My Preferred Waikiki Marriotts
Recently, I completed my Ultimate Guide to Marriott Hotels in Waikiki, which is something that's been years in the making. But now, I want to go over my preferred Waikiki Marriotts split up by different stay styles. … [Read more...] about My Preferred Waikiki Marriotts
The Amazing Hawaiian Vinegar Company
I'm a huge proponent of supporting local businesses - doubly so when the business sets out to do better. And that's exactly what the fine folks at the amazing Hawaiian Vinegar Company are doing by taking ingredients that would have been wasted and turning them into incredible products. … [Read more...] about The Amazing Hawaiian Vinegar Company
Review: Junbi Waikiki
Hawaii has no shortage of milk tea/boba spots. But one of our newer options, Junbi Waikiki, does things a bit differently. At Junbi, they focus on Japanese matcha rather than black teas and Chinese teas. … [Read more...] about Review: Junbi Waikiki
Ululani Shave Ice is Coming to Oahu
Fifteen years ago, Maui's most iconic shave shop made its debut. Over the years, they've expanded across the Valley Isle and, eventually, to the Big Island and California. Now, Ululani Shave Ice is coming to Oahu. … [Read more...] about Ululani Shave Ice is Coming to Oahu
Bocconcino Hawaii Pizzas
One of the new IT places to grab a bite to eat on Oahu isn't a restaurant - it's a store that just so happens to make food too. Specifically, they make sandwiches and pizzas using cheeses they make in-house. Recently, I paid my first visit to try the Bocconcino Hawaii Pizzas. … [Read more...] about Bocconcino Hawaii Pizzas
Disappointing: Mio Pastalogy
Wafu cuisine has been gaining popularity over the years. I fell in love with wafu pasta in the form of Tarako Spaghetti (with shiso) during my last visit to Japan in 2009. So I was excited to finally give wafu pasta spot - Mio Pastalogy - a try. Too bad it ended up being disappointing. … [Read more...] about Disappointing: Mio Pastalogy