This year, we already stayed at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel and the Westin Moana Surfrider. That's two out of three Waikiki oceanfront hotels owned by Kyo-Ya Hotels & Resorts. So, why not complete the trio and give the Sheraton Waikiki a try? … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Sheraton Waikiki
Jeffsetter Blog (featuring Island Miler)
Paradise Cove at Ko Olina to Close Permanently
Oahu doesn't have a whole lot of luaus given our, well, lack of space - especially in bustling Waikiki. But, what has been the largest and most well-known luaus on the island is about to disappear as Paradise Cove at Ko Olina is to close permanently. … [Read more...] about Paradise Cove at Ko Olina to Close Permanently
Maui Sugar Cane Train is For Sale
While I theorized that the Lahaina, Kaanapali, and Pacific Railroad was done for last year, the fact that the Maui Sugar Cane Train is for sale now all but confirms my theory. And, no, this isn't a sale of the railroad as a going concern, as the listing all but confirms its demise. … [Read more...] about Maui Sugar Cane Train is For Sale
Hanauma Bay Entry Fee More Than Doubles
Hilton Swaps Free Breakfasts for Elite Credits
Veiled as a response to members' requests, Hilton is changing one of its most important elite member benefits. In that change, Hilton swaps free breakfasts for elite credits instead. Oh, and they say the change is only temporary. … [Read more...] about Hilton Swaps Free Breakfasts for Elite Credits
How to Create a Hawaii Vaccine Passport
With Hawaii on the cusp of allowing virtually anyone in the US to bypass our testing and quarantine requirements, let's go over how to create a Hawaii vaccine passport. The process, while fairly easy, is a little more convoluted than it needs to be. … [Read more...] about How to Create a Hawaii Vaccine Passport