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Knowing that our room wouldn’t be ready for a while, I made brunch reservations for our day of arrival on Maui. Wanting to try something new this time, I chose SixtyTwo MarcKet in Wailuku for our first meal on-island. Typically, when we fly into Maui, our first order of business is to get something to […]
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Of all the transferrable points out there, only one transfers to HawaiianMiles – Amex Membership Rewards. And, for a limited time, Amex is now offering a bonus on Hawaiian transfers! That makes now a great time to transfer if you plan on flying with them within the next twelve months. As you’ll recall, Hawaiian doesn’t […]
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So, you’ve gathered the entire family for a fun island getaway. Unfortunately, choosing a destination that meets the needs of young kids, preteens, and adults does not come easy. You …
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Hyatt gave us a lovely Valentine’s gift in the form of an all-new award category level. So let’s take a look at and discuss the 2022 Hyatt award charge changes in Hawaii and beyond. To be fair, the World of Hyatt award chart we had last year was generous. In fact, I booked an entire […]
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Despite stating he’d make the change just weeks ago, Governor David Ige now says no booster requirement for Hawaii Safe Travels. In fact, the entire program is at risk of shutting down prematurely. The roughly year-old Hawaii Safe Travels program is a contentious topic. Cautious locals see the program as a way to help protect […]
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It’s been since pre-pandemic days that we’ve mentioned Hawaii and even longer since we talked about flight options to or from the island state. But whether you’re fully remote or on-site at work, it might be time for a break from the grind and get out there on a well-earned […]
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For this trip to Maui, I chose to get our car from National Car Rental Kahului. The overall experience was similar to that of Vegas, only there was no shortage here, though the car I ended up with wasn’t as good as the one I had in Sin City. After quickly securing our bags from […]
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The incredibly popular Makapuu Lighthouse trail closes for 3 days this week for deep maintenance. And while the hiking trail is closed, the entire area isn’t off-limits. Here’s what you need to know. As you all know, the Makapuu Lighthouse Trail is my favorite “hike” on Oahu. Sure, it’s easy, but it’s gorgeous. Hikers enjoy […]
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Non-stop with United Airlines in lie flat seats.
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When we figured out we wouldn’t be running the Honolulu Marathon Start to the Park, we decided to do the exact opposite. That gave me the chance to do a Herringbone Waikiki revisited post, as they recently reopened under new management. Pre-pandemic, Herringbone Waikiki was one of my go-to Waikiki brunch spots. Sure, it’s a […]
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For our Grand Maui Adventure, I chose to have us fly on Southwest Airlines. Specifically, we flew Southwest 825 Honolulu to Kahului to get there, which ended up being one of my more memorable flights thanks to its fantastic crew. Traveling during the pandemic is weird for various reasons. One of these, however, is a […]
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During our most recent stay at the Waikiki Beach Marriott, we were given a credit for the hotel’s newest eatery – the Queensbreak Restaurant. Wanting to maximize the value of this stay, we decided to go check them out for pupus and cocktails. As part of its recent top-down renovation, the Waikiki Beach Marriott did […]
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You all know I’m a fan of Hawaiian wine and Agricole-style rum. But, Hawaii’s homegrown adult beverage industry is more diverse than that – you just have to know where to look. So that’s how we found ourselves visiting the Hawaiian Shochu Company. Before we get into our visit, let’s discuss some basics – what […]
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Before we planned a trip to Vegas with my in-laws, I had planned a trip to Maui for Mrs. Island Miler and me. The goal for our grand Maui adventures was to have Mrs. Island Miler experience the Grand Wailea for the first time. But the trip ended up being so much more. My family […]
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It’s no secret that Mayor Rick Blangiardi is vehemently against many pandemic control measures. Yet, Hawaii is amid its worst surge ever. So, the Honolulu Mayor implements a laughable new restriction in an attempt to appease naysayers. But, really, who is he kidding? On Wednesday, January 5, Oahu had a 7-day average of 2,095 new […]
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Of all the times I’ve stayed at the Waikiki Beach Marriott, I’ve never gotten a room larger than a Jr Suite. But that all changed during my recent stay, which was great! So let’s talk about the Waikiki Beach Marriott Deluxe Suite since there really isn’t much information about it out there. Recently, I mentioned […]
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Yesterday, the State of Hawaii announced adjustments to its pandemic travel control measures. One of these changes halves the mandatory quarantine period. Plus, Hawaii Safe Travels eliminates its pesky questionnaire, easing the pre-departure process. As I’ve said before, the Hawaii Safe Travels program isn’t a challenging program to use. What it is, however, is unnecessarily […]
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Yesterday, the State of Hawaii announced adjustments to its pandemic travel control measures. One of these changes halves the mandatory quarantine period. Plus, Hawaii Safe Travels eliminates its pesky questionnaire, easing the pre-departure process. As I’ve said before, the Hawaii Safe Travels program isn’t a challenging program to use. What it is, however, is unnecessarily […]
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Besides Wicked Maine Lobster, the other newbie at the Royal Hawaiian Center is Kith Treats Waikiki. Billed as an adult cereal bar, Kith Treats is associated with a lifestyles apparel brand by the same name. Not long ago, my social media feed was flooded with photos of colorful soft serve swirls. Further research revealed that […]
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Honolulu is in the midst of a lobster roll obsession. Many new lobster-based businesses have popped up in the last couple of years, with the most recent being a California chain called Wicked Maine Lobster Waikiki. How good can a chain from California be? Pretty good, actually! Lobster is one of those things that isn’t […]
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