For the past couple of years, Mrs. Island Miler has participated in the Honolulu Marathon. And, during both of those years, we stayed in Waikiki to make things easier for ourselves. This year was supposed to be no different, but it's 2020. So, here's my not-2020 Honolulu Marathon Staycation trip report introduction. … [Read more...] about My Not-2020 Honolulu Marathon Staycation Intro
Waikiki Beach Marriott
Honolulu Marathon Carbo-Loading at Arancino di Mare
When running a marathon, you're supposed to carbo-load beforehand right? And the Waikiki Beach Marriott has two excellent options, one of which is Arancino di Mare. … [Read more...] about Honolulu Marathon Carbo-Loading at Arancino di Mare
My Travel Year in Review – 2018 Edition
2018, for me, has been an exceptional travel year. What made it exceptional? I traveled more than initially planned, I traveled more this year than I ever have in a single year, and I exceeded my elite qualification goals. So, before the holidays get too hectic, let's do a my travel year in review - 2018 edition post. … [Read more...] about My Travel Year in Review – 2018 Edition
My First Marriott Suite Night Award Redemption
This past August, Marriott hastily merged its system with that of Starwood. And, of course, that hasty system integration caused a lot of pain. But it did result in the standardization of benefits and perks, such as the Suite Night Awards. So, at that time I made my first Marriott Suite Night Award redemption, which is now confirmed. … [Read more...] about My First Marriott Suite Night Award Redemption
Review: Sansei Waikiki
When I first began blogging for the Jeffsetter team, I put together some island guides. Among them were, of course, dining guides. And in those initial dining guides were Sansei Seafood & Sushi restaurants. But I've never reviewed the restaurant itself, despite the fact that I visit Sansei Waikiki fairly often. … [Read more...] about Review: Sansei Waikiki
