Hawaii, like many tourist destinations, has a lot of great places to eat, but also a lot of bad ones. Knowing where to go, however, is only half the battle. With Hawaii's isolation, price also plays a major factor. So when you find somewhere that's great, it's awesome. But when you find a great place and doesn't cost a lot... Score! Of course the best resource for finding … [Read more...] about Oahu Dining Hidden Gems
Jeffsetter Blog (featuring Island Miler)
Update from the Jefsetters – Nordics and Estonia
Surprise, the Jeffsetters are actually writing a post. I have to give props to all you bloggers out there including our own Island Miler. I don't know how you do it. Your stamina and passion for writing impresses me. Quick Update I guess this is like Mr. J's old week in Travel, but more about us than pure travel. Mr. J has been busy with his clients and teaching. Oh! … [Read more...] about Update from the Jefsetters – Nordics and Estonia
First Waikiki Autograph Collection Hotel
My friend Brian pointed out to me that a new Marriott hotel would be opening in Waikiki soon. The new property in question will be the first Waikiki Autographic Collection hotel: The 'Okina, Autograph Collection Hotel. The 'Okina Hotel will actually be the first Autographic Collection hotel on Oahu. And though it's a "new" Marriott property in Waikiki, it's really just … [Read more...] about First Waikiki Autograph Collection Hotel
Feds Want Airlines to Pay Up for Delayed Bags
According to a recent Bloomberg article, the Feds want airlines to pay up for delayed bags. This fee refund is part of a set of proposed new rules. The aim is to make travel more fair by requiring airlines to refund checked bag fees if bags are significantly delayed. What "significantly delayed" means is anyone's best guess. According to Transportation Secretary … [Read more...] about Feds Want Airlines to Pay Up for Delayed Bags
Restaurant Review: Piggy Smalls
The Pig and The Lady is one of the hottest restaurants in the state. Heck, it's one of my favorite restaurants in the world. Period. They're known for their take on modern Vietnamese cuisine, as well as their outstanding dessert program. So when it was announced that the P&L team would be opening a new restaurant, it sent ripples through the local restaurant scene. That … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: Piggy Smalls
Outrigger Joins Global Hotel Alliance Discovery
Hawaii is home to a variety of different hotels and hotel operators. It's an interesting mix of local companies, foreign investors, and large global brands. Some local companies and foreign investors use large global brands for property management, while some go at it on their own. The Courtyard Waikiki Beach was an example of this before. It one time it was owned by a … [Read more...] about Outrigger Joins Global Hotel Alliance Discovery