Hospitality is big business in Hawaii. Traditionally, the established players (Marriott, Starwood, Hilton) ruled the scene, blended with a smattering of local hotel groups and independent operations. But Hawaii hotel management is evolving thanks to a relative newcomer, which is now poised to become a dominant player. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotel Management is Evolving
Jeffsetter Blog (featuring Island Miler)
Alaska Receives Over $200 Million from Boeing
Alaska Airlines suffered a lot from the AS 1282 incident. Not only did they receive bad press, but the subsequent groundings cut deeply into their operations and finances. Given this, and their reliance on a single manufacturer, it's only fitting that Alaska receives $200 million from Boeing to compensate for all their troubles. … [Read more...] about Alaska Receives Over $200 Million from Boeing
Earn 70k HawaiianMiles!
HawaiianMiles aren't my favorite reward currency, but with the prospect of them turning into Alaska Mileage Plan miles, stockpiling them now isn't a bad idea. So if you're able to, you should take the opportunity to earn 70k HawaiianMiles now to be able to put them to better use in the future. … [Read more...] about Earn 70k HawaiianMiles!
Extensive Akaka Falls Closures Begin Today
Heads up! If you're traveling to Hawaii Island in the next couple of weeks, one of the island's most popular attractions may be unavailable while you're here, as extensive Akaka Falls closures begin today for important rock fall mitigation work. … [Read more...] about Extensive Akaka Falls Closures Begin Today
The DOJ Will Decide on the AS-HA Merger by August
It's hard to believe that five months have passed since Alaska Airlines announced that they were going to acquire Hawaiian Airlines. Two months later, Hawaiian shareholders accepted. Now, we're just waiting for their anti-trust review, and we now know the DOJ will decide on the AS-HA merger by August. … [Read more...] about The DOJ Will Decide on the AS-HA Merger by August
Hawaiian is Having Bad Luck
Hawaiian Airlines has been in a bad place ever since the world slammed shut and travel evaporated back in March 2020. Despite travel coming roaring back, they still remained in the red, though numerous incidents haven't helped. Another two this past month alone leads me to believe that Hawaiian is having bad luck. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian is Having Bad Luck