The Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus is wreaking havoc here in Hawaii. Currently, the islands are experiencing the worst surge we've seen since the start of the pandemic. As a result, Hawaii tightens capacity restrictions once again in an effort to slow the spread. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Tightens Capacity Restrictions Once Again
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What Domestic Airline Has the Best Catering to Hawaii?
Recently, Matt over at Live and Let's Fly reported on United's updated Hawaii economy class catering. That got me thinking - what domestic airline has the best catering to Hawaii? Let's compare and contrast. … [Read more...] about What Domestic Airline Has the Best Catering to Hawaii?
10 Best Aluminum Travel Trailers
All of our reviews are based on exhaustive research, industry experience and whenever possible, hands-on testing. When you make a purchase using one of our indecently chosen links we’ll receive a small percentage of the proceeds. This supports the site and keeps Jeffsetter running. You can read more here. While Airstream is the most popular manufacturer of aluminum travel … [Read more...] about 10 Best Aluminum Travel Trailers
Maui County Cracks Down on Illegal Vacation Rentals
As I've said many times already, over-tourism is a major issue right now in Hawaii. As it turns out, though, it's not because there are too many hotels here. No, rather, the issue seems to be vacation rentals. To remedy this, Maui County cracks down on illegal vacation rentals. … [Read more...] about Maui County Cracks Down on Illegal Vacation Rentals
NYC to Require Proof of Vaccination for Indoor Dining
As our current COVID-19 surge continues to worsen, it's interesting to see the different mitigation strategies begin to pop up. To date, most government-level actions are focused on masking. But, New York City is taking a firm stance on things. Taking a page from France's playbook, NYC is to require proof of vaccination for indoor dining. … [Read more...] about NYC to Require Proof of Vaccination for Indoor Dining
The Renaissance Brand is Returning to Hawaii
In the past, Marriott's Renaissance brand had two Hawaii outposts - the Renaissance Ilikai and the Renaissance Wailea. The former is now simply the Ilikai, while the latter became the Andaz Maui. But the Renaissance brand is returning to Hawaii with a brand new hotel now under construction in Honolulu. … [Read more...] about The Renaissance Brand is Returning to Hawaii