For our second and final dinner on the Big Island, I chose to make reservations at Meridia at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort, which is the hotel's signature restaurant. … [Read more...] about Meridia at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
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Book Hotels Through Ultimate Rewards Instead of Transferring
The normal rule of thumb is to transfer your Ultimate Rewards points to the partner(s) of your choice, right? Well, here's why you should book hotels through Ultimate Rewards instead of transferring your points. … [Read more...] about Book Hotels Through Ultimate Rewards Instead of Transferring
Dominique Crenn Eschews Meat + Jiro Gets Delisted
The past month has been interesting in the world of fine dining. First, we learn that Dominique Crenn eschews meat in all her restaurants. Then, we learn Sukiyabashi Jiro gets delisted from the Michelin Guide. … [Read more...] about Dominique Crenn Eschews Meat + Jiro Gets Delisted
Kona Cookies and Shopping at KTA Super Store
Following our adventures at Big Island Bees, Mrs. Island Miler and I made our way back to Kona to get some Kona Cookies. Also, we got some lunch and did a little shopping at the KTA Super Store in Waikoloa. … [Read more...] about Kona Cookies and Shopping at KTA Super Store
Happy Thanksgiving from Hawaii 2019!
Well, another year has come and gone yet again. So, I'd like to wish you all Happy Thanksgiving from Hawaii 2019 and thank you all for continuing to read my island-centric takes on all things travel. … [Read more...] about Happy Thanksgiving from Hawaii 2019!
Japan Airlines Adjusting its Hawaii Routes
Just as some US carriers are adding flights to Haneda or changing existing ones from Narita, so too are Japan's two dominant carriers. ANA's changes don't impact Hawaii, though, let's talk about Japan Airlines its adjusting Hawaii routes. … [Read more...] about Japan Airlines Adjusting its Hawaii Routes