News of United Airline's new Basic Economy fare have been circulating for little while now. For those of you not yet familiar with this fare, United's Basic Economy will be the lowest available fare. It will be similar to Spirit Airline's fare, and will not come with mileage earnings, elite benefits, advanced seat selections, or even a carry-on bag. And while this fare is … [Read more...] about My Thoughts on United’s Basic Economy
Jeffsetter Blog (featuring Island Miler)
Delta Business Class [Review]
In March 2016, we flew Delta business class from Buenos Aires (EZE) to Atlanta (ATL). … [Read more...] about Delta Business Class [Review]
Hawaii Hotel News December 2016
This year has been an eventful year for Hawaii's hospitality industry. There's been a number of renovations, ownership shakeups, and new property openings. As we near the end of the year, however, things continue to show no sign of slowing down. So here's the Hawaii hotel news December 2016 edition. Wailea Beach Marriott One of the oldest resorts in Maui's … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotel News December 2016
Aerolineas Argentinas Salon Condor [Review]
Here is a quick review of the Aerolineas Argentinas Salon Condor in Buenos Aries EZE airport. We didn't spend much time in here because we were at the Centurion Lounge. We popped into the Salon Condor to check out the place. … [Read more...] about Aerolineas Argentinas Salon Condor [Review]
Modern Honolulu Names its New Restaurant
A few weeks ago I reported that the Modern Honolulu would be ending its licensing agreement with Chef Masaharu Morimoto, better known as the Iron Chef Japanese. The property, however, had stated that the restaurant would remain open and retain all of its staff, even through its planned close date of December 8. What wasn't clear, however, was what exactly the restaurant space … [Read more...] about Modern Honolulu Names its New Restaurant
The End of Sugar on Maui
Yesterday marked a dramatic change for the island of Maui and the people that call it home. After over 115 years (the current mill) of continuous operation, Alexander & Baldwin's HC&S, also known as the Puunene Sugar Mill, harvested its final crop of sugar cane. And when that final truckload of sugar cane arrived at the mill, it marked not only the end of sugar on … [Read more...] about The End of Sugar on Maui