Flying from Chicago to Hawaii on United is longer than flying to several European destinations in the opposite direction. Yet service has remained no different than any other standard domestic flight. That changes in a new trial starting next...
Review: Hyatt Centric Honolulu Disappoints
I had a chance to try out the Hyatt Centric in Honolulu and my oh my, how disappointing it was. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Status Run/Mileage Run to Honolulu For an...
Review: United Club Honolulu (HNL)
The United Club in Honolulu is one of my favorite in the system, not so much because of the club itself, but because of the nostalgic memories of Hawaii associated with it United Club Honolulu Location + Access +...
Great Coffee In Honolulu
Wherever I am in the world, I try to take some time each morning to find good coffee. I did not have to walk far to find great coffee in Honolulu. We arrived late and spent the first night...
Review: Kahala Hotel & Resort Honolulu (Suite)
It’s always a joy to return to the Kahala in Honolulu. While little has changed from my two prior reviews, I was upgraded to a beautiful suite during my recent visit, which merits an updated review. You can read...
Honolulu Desperately Needs An Airport Hotel!
Oh Honolulu, so quaint in so many ways. Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) is in desperate need of a proper airport hotel. There must be an opportunity for an enterprising investment firm to construct a lucrative on-site hotel....
A Superb New Star Alliance Lounge In Honolulu Is Available To United Flyers
If you’re willing to make the walk, the new ANA Lounge in Honolulu is a great place to eat, drink, and relax before your next Star Alliance flight. The lounge is located about 15 minutes away from the ANA...
Award Space Galore On Special 777-300 From Honolulu To Newark
Stuck in Hawaii and looking to get back to the Mainland? Trying to secure an upgrade? Look no further than a special 777-300 from Honolulu to Newark tomorrow morning. Yesterday I wrote about United’s immediate suspension of its Newark...
United CEO Bemoans Honolulu Airport
United CEO Oscar Munoz is in Hawaii this week and had some choice words for Honolulu International Airport. As he toured airport facilities on Tuesday, Munoz told local media: I hate to be over dramatic but we’ve got to...
Review: Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach (Family Ocean Suite)
Yesterday I reviewed the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach in Honolulu. Today, I want to separately review the family ocean suite, perfect for a family traveling together. For all I rave about the Kahala, if you are on a budget...
Review: Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach
The Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach has been a family favorite for many years. The refreshed rooms and central location make this a location worth considering and my favorite Hyatt property in Honolulu. During my trip to Hawaii last month...
Southwest’s Hawaii Experiment Is Missing One Essential Ingredient
Southwest is launching service to Hawaii next week but is leaving far too much at the table thanks to its quirky scheduling policies. The problem can be summed up in one word: redeyes. Southwest doesn’t do them and has...
