On my recent trip, I got to fly two similar but different versions of what's become a very controversial aircraft back-to-back with the same airline. Based on this, I'd like to provide my thoughts on the Boeing 737 MAX versus 737 NG, though I'm sure my conclusion won't surprise anyone. … [Read more...] about Boeing 737 MAX versus 737 NG
Jeffsetter Blog (featuring Island Miler)
Southwest Sends Ancillary Fees Soaring
As someone that frequently travels with a large carry-on to help transport my photography gear, I'm a frequent user of some of Southwest's optional fees. Unfortunately, news that Southwest sends ancillary fees soaring puts into question how much longer I'll be able to do so, especially if and when my travels pick up again. … [Read more...] about Southwest Sends Ancillary Fees Soaring
A Ritz-Carlton Hotel is Coming to Oahu
I know what you're thinking, Ritz-Carlton already has a property on Oahu! Yes, it does. Sort of. The Ritz-Carlton Residences Waikiki is, well, a residences property, which is a condo-hotel, meaning it can be a hotel or a place people live. That's why I say a Ritz-Carlton hotel is coming to Oahu, which will be our first true Ritz-Carlton. … [Read more...] about A Ritz-Carlton Hotel is Coming to Oahu
Reminder: Earn 2x HawaiianMiles with Foodland!
I'm sure all locals know that Foodland Hawai'i allows you to earn HawaiianMiles via their Maika'i Rewards program. Typically, the conversion rates for this aren't the greatest, which isn't surprising. But, sometimes (like now), the value proposition goes up. So here's your reminder to earn 2x HawaiianMiles with Foodland! … [Read more...] about Reminder: Earn 2x HawaiianMiles with Foodland!
Alaska Air Visa Signature 2024 Review
My Alaska Visa annual fee hit this past billing cycle - my first under their new, higher annual fee - so I thought it'd be a good idea to revisit the card and its parks with an Alaska Air Visa Signature 2024 review. After all, the last time I did anything remotely similar was in 2022. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Visa Signature 2024 Review
Alaska Air Offers Maui CARE Flights
As we near the one-year anniversary of the tragic wildfires on Maui, one airline is stepping up to offer residents a reprieve from their current situation. That reprieve is coming in the form of Disneyland vacations as Alaska Air offers Maui CARE flights. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Offers Maui CARE Flights