Mrs. Island Miler loves sushi. So last November, I took her to Honolulu's Akira Japanese restaurant for her birthday, as they feature quite a few uni dishes on their menu - uni being one of her favorites. … [Read more...] about Review: Akira Japanese Restaurant
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Hotel Review: Seattle Airport Marriott
The last hotel of the three we stayed in while touring the PNW with my grandparents was the Seattle Airport Marriott. And it fit our needs perfectly. … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Seattle Airport Marriott
Why Are People Still Traveling for Leisure?!
Yesterday, local authorities said visitor arrivals in Hawaii are on the rise. And that beg's the question - why are people still traveling for leisure?! Stay home and flatten that curve, dammit!! … [Read more...] about Why Are People Still Traveling for Leisure?!
I’m Done Playing Games with World of Hyatt
There's no doubt that the World of Hyatt loyalty program is an excellent program if you're a top-tier elite. But if you're just trying to redeem points, it can be frustrating. And I'm done playing games with World of Hyatt. … [Read more...] about I’m Done Playing Games with World of Hyatt
Hawaii is Implementing an Intra-State Travel Quarantine
There's no denying that the COVID-19 pandemic is rapidly spreading around the country. And to help flatten the curve more, Hawaii is implementing an intra-state travel quarantine. … [Read more...] about Hawaii is Implementing an Intra-State Travel Quarantine
Master Kong – Chinese Comfort Food in Portland
Having been away from home for five nights by now, my grandparents wanted some sort of Asian food. So, remembering seeing the place on Eater, I decided to take them to give Master Kong a try. … [Read more...] about Master Kong – Chinese Comfort Food in Portland