With a limited amount of time in The District, Mrs. Island Miler and I really had to prioritize what we'd do and see. Mrs. Island Miler had never been, while my previous (brief visit) left out a lot that I wanted to see. So after our breakfast, we hailed another Uber and went off to our first DC Day Trip destination: the National Zoo. … [Read more...] about DC Day Trip: National Zoo, Natural History, Aviation
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AirAsia X to Launch Hawaii Service
A while back, AirAsia X announced its intentions to begin flights to the U.S. At the time the airline really only found success on short and medium haul routes in the Asia-Pacific Region. But about two weeks ago, the airline received approval to begin flights to the U.S. And then a couple days ago the airline made its first U.S. route announcement: AirAsia X to launch Hawaii … [Read more...] about AirAsia X to Launch Hawaii Service
Delta Bringing Back Economy Meals on Select Flights
Encouraging news broke the other day: Delta bringing back economy meals on select flights. This enhancement by Delta is, of course, a stark contrast to American and United's current race to the bottom. … [Read more...] about Delta Bringing Back Economy Meals on Select Flights
Fewer Seats, Higher Fares to Hawaii in 2017
At the conference of the Pacific Asia Travel Association and the Travel and Tourism Research Association, travel experts predicted fewer seats, higher fares to Hawaii in 2017. … [Read more...] about Fewer Seats, Higher Fares to Hawaii in 2017
Island Air Nearly Doubles Flight Schedule
Less than two months ago, Hawaii's Island Air accepted its first brand new Bombardier Q400. That moment was a huge turning point for the carrier and a step in the right direction. Not only are the new aircraft faster, quieter, and more efficient, but they're but they're much more reliable. This increased reliability also allows a dramatic shift in operations as Island Air … [Read more...] about Island Air Nearly Doubles Flight Schedule
Mandarin Oriental Returning to Hawaii
Hawaii, and Oahu in particular, has seen many new-to-the-islands hotel brands open in recent years. For example, Oahu's first Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt Centric, and Hilton Garden Inn opened over the last twelve months. However, one notable luxury brand that used to have a presence on Oahu has remained absent from our lodging options. That will soon change, however, a … [Read more...] about Mandarin Oriental Returning to Hawaii