In January 2015, Skymark Airline, a Japanese low-cost carrier filed for bankruptcy. Skymark had four Airbus A380s on order at the time, two of which were already completely assembled. The airline received a number of sponsor plans, the leading of which were from Delta and All Nippon Airways (ANA). Many thought that Delta would win, as they have a cosy relationship with … [Read more...] about All Nippon Airways A380 Design Contest
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Hampton Inn and Suites Kapolei Now Open
Hilton has been growing its Hawaii portfolio rather aggressively lately. Yes, Hyatt has received a lot of press over it's upcoming Unbound Collection Coco Palms (Kahai) and Hyatt Centric Waikiki (Oahu). But Hilton has been far more active in new property openings, it just hasn't received as much attention. This is likely because that growth has been focused on mid to lower … [Read more...] about Hampton Inn and Suites Kapolei Now Open
Kids Try 100 Years of Airline Food
I saw this video on Bon Appetit's YouTube page: Kids Try 100 Years of Airline Food. I thought it was an entertaining, though somewhat questionable video. The first two "meals" are questionable at best in my opinion. They aren't really "airline food," as they were eaten by pioneers, not passengers. And is that really sparkling wine that they're serving the kids? The … [Read more...] about Kids Try 100 Years of Airline Food
New Premium Amex Card Coming Soon?
When the Citi Prestige launched it was a revolutionary credit card. It offers up to 3x points earning, a flexible $250 airline credit, $100 TSA/Global Entry credit every 5 years, and hotel 4th night free when booking through Citi's concierge service. Then the Chase Sapphire Reserve came out and stole it's thunder with it's $300 annual travel credit, primary rental collision … [Read more...] about New Premium Amex Card Coming Soon?
Atlantis Resort Ko Olina Confirmed
Last week I wrote about Ko Olina's latest development possibly beginning construction next year. At the time, all we knew was the name of the landowner: China Oceanwide Holdings. The company paid $280 million for the 26 acres of land on Ko Olina's Lagoon 2. This plot of land is next-door to Disney's Aulani. However, earlier this week Ko Olina's master developer, Jeff Stone … [Read more...] about Atlantis Resort Ko Olina Confirmed
Marriott Reciprocal Benefits Revealed
The Marriott-Starwood merger officially closed on September 23. A lot of questions and concerns came up about Marriott Rewards and SPG. The two programs are really different, and concerns abound. But, a few answers have now been answered, as Marriott reciprocal benefits revealed right at the merger close. A special webpage has been launched introducing the various … [Read more...] about Marriott Reciprocal Benefits Revealed