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Waikiki Yokocho Gourmet Restaurant Alley

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Good food, especially at decent prices, can be difficult to find in tourist districts.  It doesn't matter if you're in Times Square, San Antonio, Anaheim, or Waikiki, there's a lot of bad to be had.  But that doesn't mean all your dining options in these areas are bad. Waikiki especially has been getting better in recent years.  And of one my favorite spots to grab a bite in … [Read more...] about Waikiki Yokocho Gourmet Restaurant Alley

Mandarin Oriental Returning to Hawaii

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Hawaii, and Oahu in particular, has seen many new-to-the-islands hotel brands open in recent years.  For example, Oahu's first Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt Centric, and Hilton Garden Inn opened over the last twelve months.  However, one notable luxury brand that used to have a presence on Oahu has remained absent from our lodging options.  That will soon change, however, a … [Read more...] about Mandarin Oriental Returning to Hawaii

Royal Hawaiian Hotel 90th Birthday

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The Royal Hawaiian Hotel, also known as The Pink Palace of the Pacific, is one of the first to open in Waikiki.  It is an iconic property that has played host to many celebrities and dignitaries over the years.  Opened on February 1, 1927, the property has endured wars, economic crisis, and the evolution of Waikiki, and today the Royal Hawaiian Hotel 90th birthday celebration … [Read more...] about Royal Hawaiian Hotel 90th Birthday

Hilton Hawaiian Village Expansion

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First opened in 1955 as the Hawaiian Village hotel, the Hilton Hawaiian Village (HHV) is a Waikiki icon.  It is the largest hotel in Hawaii, in Hilton's portfolio, and one of the largest hotels in the world.  But it owners don't appear to be content with the property's current size.  No, the HHV has been in a constant state of evolution as fas as I can remember.  And that … [Read more...] about Hilton Hawaiian Village Expansion

Guests Ordered to Leave Waikiki Hotel

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Lately Waikiki has been an ever-changing landscape.  Old hotels have been converted into "new" ones or timeshare units, while some new hotels have sprung up, too.  However, some hotel owners don't always play by the rules.  And sometimes these poor decisions causes government actions.  In the latest of these "scandals" guests ordered to leave Waikiki hotel by State Regulators … [Read more...] about Guests Ordered to Leave Waikiki Hotel

Modern Honolulu Names its New Restaurant

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A few weeks ago I reported that the Modern Honolulu would be ending its licensing agreement with Chef Masaharu Morimoto, better known as the Iron Chef Japanese.  The property, however, had stated that the restaurant would remain open and retain all of its staff, even through its planned close date of December 8.  What wasn't clear, however, was what exactly the restaurant space … [Read more...] about Modern Honolulu Names its New Restaurant

New Waikiki Hotel Rooms on the Cheap!

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Hotel rates in Hawaii are pretty high at the moment.  Rooms are largely full, and unfortunately, the number of available rooms have been in decline.  But, there is an opportunity right now to take advantage of some good deals.  Currently you can get some new Waikiki hotel rooms on the cheap.  The resort fee is even waived under this deal!  Incredible right?  When was the last … [Read more...] about New Waikiki Hotel Rooms on the Cheap!