While in Portland, the site my grandparents and mom wanted to see most was the Portland Japanese Garden. It's a popular attraction within the larger Washington Park, which sits above downtown Portland. … [Read more...] about Review: Portland Japanese Garden
Jeffsetter Blog (featuring Island Miler)
My 2020 Loyalty Program Statuses
New Year's can be an especially nerve-racking time for people in our hobby. After all, it's the time of year when the slate is wiped clean and we begin anew. So, here are my 2020 loyalty program statuses. … [Read more...] about My 2020 Loyalty Program Statuses
The Maui Sugar Cane Train is Done
It appears that the Maui Sugar Cane Train is done. I say it appears because their iconic locomotives are up for sale, but no formal announcement has been made by the railroad's owners. … [Read more...] about The Maui Sugar Cane Train is Done
Hilton Hotel Coming to Honolulu Airport
While news of a new Marriott Vacation Club in Waikiki caught me off-guard. But news yesterday of a new Hilton hotel coming to Honolulu Airport surprised the hell out of me! … [Read more...] about Hilton Hotel Coming to Honolulu Airport
Restaurant Review: Canard PDX
On our first full day in Portland, we did your typical sightseeing things. For lunch, though, we popped into Canard PDX in Portland's Lower Burnside. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: Canard PDX
Chase and Tock are Expanding Their Partnership
Restaurant booking platform, Tock, has had a loose relationship with Chase for a while now. But, word has it that Chase and Tock are expanding their partnership, giving Ultimate Rewards customers even more options. … [Read more...] about Chase and Tock are Expanding Their Partnership