Anything that can make life easier is always welcome. This is especially true when you're on the road. And now, there's many options available from a wide variety of manufacturers. So what's your favorite wearable? I'm personally an Apple fan. Yeah, I get their products can be overpriced. But, it's hard to beat Apple's product integration in my opinion. Plus their … [Read more...] about What’s Your Favorite Wearable?
Jeffsetter Blog (featuring Island Miler)
The Modern Honolulu and Morimoto
As I reported a couple of weeks ago, the Morimoto Waikiki is closing on December 8, 2016. The reasons for the closure was, and continues to remain unknown to the public. But some additional details have recently come to light, and it's interesting. Especially when you consider the relationship of the overall Modern Honolulu and Morimoto Waikiki. According to the … [Read more...] about The Modern Honolulu and Morimoto
My Thoughts on World of Hyatt
The big news in the world of travel this week was undoubtedly Hyatt's loyalty program change. The change, though, comes at an interesting time, in my opinion. So let's talk about the World of Hyatt a little. For those not already familiar with the situation, Gold Passport is going away. Hyatt's new program, the World of Hyatt, will be replacing Gold Passport come … [Read more...] about My Thoughts on World of Hyatt
Trump’s New Hotel Brand Doesn’t Include His Name
Forget politics for a minute, if you can. Donald Trump is releasing a new hotel brand, and interestingly it doesn't include his name in it. Trump's new hotel brand, however, is still a head scratcher. Care to take a guess at what the new hotel brand's name is? Go ahead. I'll wait. In fact, here's a hint! That's right, Trump's new hotel brand will be named Scion. … [Read more...] about Trump’s New Hotel Brand Doesn’t Include His Name
Last Chance: Enter the Courtyard Super Bowl Sleepover
Courtyard by Marriott is the official hotel of the NFL. So it comes as no surprise that the chain always has contests and promotions surrounding the Super Bowl. And with Super Bowl just four months away, it's about that time again for another contest. This year you can enter the Courtyard Super Bowl Sleepover contest for what looks to be yet another great Super Bowl … [Read more...] about Last Chance: Enter the Courtyard Super Bowl Sleepover
Great Winter Rates at Turtle Bay
Winter is approaching here in Hawaii. And while we may not have seasons in the traditional sense, we do see seasonal variations. Winter in Hawaii is rainier and colder than the rest of the year, but still great! When I say cold, by the way, I mean low 70's... sometimes. Daytime temperatures are still in the mid-80's, but nighttime lows can get down into the low 70's to high … [Read more...] about Great Winter Rates at Turtle Bay