During our recent stay at the Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, the only on-property restaurant open at that time was the Mai Tai Bar. This, of course, is due to the pandemic. And because I wasn't given an elite benefit choice at check-in and was given a breakfast voucher, here's my Mai Tai Bar Breakfast review. … [Read more...] about Mai Tai Bar Breakfast at the Royal Hawaiian
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Monkeypod Kitchen is Opening in Waikiki
Monkeypod Kitchen by Peter Merriman is set to open its fourth location later this year. It'll be the brand's second Oahu location and its first inside a hotel. And while its menu will be similar to its other locations, it'll have some unique offerings. So where's it going? That's right, Monkeypod Kitchen is opening in Waikiki! … [Read more...] about Monkeypod Kitchen is Opening in Waikiki
Kauai Plans to Rejoin Hawaii Safe Travels in April
Just over three months after opting out of Hawaii's pre-travel testing program, Mayor Kawakami announces that Kauai plans to rejoin Hawaii Safe Travels in April. And unlike most of the rest of Hawaii, Mayor Kawakami's decision is based on actual statistics and science. … [Read more...] about Kauai Plans to Rejoin Hawaii Safe Travels in April
Alaska Lounges Rejoin Priority Pass
Now here's something I didn't think I'd see happen - Alaska Lounge rejoin Priority Pass. Well, some lounges, not all of them. But, this is still good news, especially for my travel habits. … [Read more...] about Alaska Lounges Rejoin Priority Pass
Waianapanapa State Park Now Requires Reservations
Hawaii has long had an issue balancing tourism, environmental protection, and the needs and convenience of its residents. The absence of tourists only reinforced this. As a result, Hawaii began putting controls into place. Thus, Waianapanapa State Park now requires reservations - the second state park to do so. … [Read more...] about Waianapanapa State Park Now Requires Reservations
Why Are RVs So Ugly?
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 chosen links we’ll a small percentage of the proceeds. This supports the site and keeps Jeffsetter running. You can read more here. You hit the road every summer, whether you own an RV or not, and you see that the … [Read more...] about Why Are RVs So Ugly?