The holiday season is all about giving. But, typically, during this time of year, we often think solely of giving to friends of family. However, non-profits still need our help, too. But this year, you can get Rapid Rewards points for giving to participating Hawaii-based charities, including some of my favorites. … [Read more...] about Get Rapid Rewards Points for Giving
southwest airlines
Intra-Hawaii Award Travel
I know everyone is up in arms over Southwest's most recent devaluation, and I get it - any reduction in value SUCKS. But how do Southwest's new redemption rates compare to Hawaiian for intra-Hawaii award travel? Let's take a look. … [Read more...] about Intra-Hawaii Award Travel
Southwest is Devaluing Rapid Rewards in 2024
Boo! Southwest is devaluing Rapid Rewards in 2024! Specifically, the airline is reducing the value of Rapid Rewards points, meaning you'll need to use more points for award flight redemptions. Fortunately, we still have time to book flights at the old rate. … [Read more...] about Southwest is Devaluing Rapid Rewards in 2024
Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Card 2023 Review
Last year, I applied for my first new credit card in a while. So now that we're a little over a year in, it's time to do a Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Card 2023 review to see if the card is still earning its keep. … [Read more...] about Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Card 2023 Review
Southwest 1400 Hilo to Honolulu
For our flight home, we flew Southwest again. This time it was Southwest 1400 Hilo to Honolulu, which is a much better experience compared to flying out of Kona. However, there are some peculiarities to be aware of. … [Read more...] about Southwest 1400 Hilo to Honolulu
HUGE Rapid Rewards Credit Card Spending Bonus!
If, like me, you're a little disappointed by the Q4 2022 Chase Freedom Bonus categories, fear not. There's also a HUGE Rapid Rewards credit card spending bonus available for the same quarter, including at Amazon.com. … [Read more...] about HUGE Rapid Rewards Credit Card Spending Bonus!
Flight Review: Southwest 1173 Honolulu to Hilo
For our recent trip to the Big Island, we flew Southwest once again. However, unlike our last trip, we flew into Hilo instead of Kona on Southwest 1173 Honolulu to Hilo. I had a good reason for doing so, despite the fact that we were staying in Waikoloa. … [Read more...] about Flight Review: Southwest 1173 Honolulu to Hilo
Wow! Southwest Eliminated Flight Credit Expirations!
Flight credits have become one of the latest pain points in travel today. However, one airline is taking away that pain point as Southwest eliminated flight credit expirations this past Wednesday! … [Read more...] about Wow! Southwest Eliminated Flight Credit Expirations!
Best Airline Credit Cards for Hawaii Residents
In 2022, I know many in Hawaii still carry the Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard as their default credit card. But why? There are better ones out there. So, today, I want to discuss what I consider to be the best airline credit cards for Hawaii residents. … [Read more...] about Best Airline Credit Cards for Hawaii Residents
Southwest is Finally Adding In-Seat Power!
Not since the demise of Aloha Airlines has Hawaii enjoyed robust competition in our air travel market. Yet, despite their smart route growth, I hesitate to fly Southwest across the pacific. That could change in the future, though, as Southwest is finally adding in-seat power! … [Read more...] about Southwest is Finally Adding In-Seat Power!