Southwest has been struggling in Hawai'i, thanks to stronger than anticipated loyalty to Hawaiian, and just poor timing. Add in pressure from Elliott Investment, and Southwest is reshuffling Hawai'i service in hopes of improving its financial performance. … [Read more...] about Southwest is Reshuffling Hawai’i Service
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Hawaiian is Discontinuing AUS Service
It seems that Hawaiian's newer continental U.S. flights aren't faring all that well. Of the three announced during COVID, only one will remain in the near future, as Hawaiian is discontinuing AUS service. However, the loss of a direct flight isn't nearly as impactful as it once was now that Hawaiian is part of the Alaska Air Group. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian is Discontinuing AUS Service
Moana 2 Jet Update
Recently, Hawaiian Airlines debuted special livery jets for Disney's Moana 2. In the past, these were two Airbus A330s. However, this time, it'll be an A330, and A321neo, and a Boeing 717. All but the 717 have received their decals thus far, and with work on the 717 now underway, I wanted to provide a Moana 2 jet update. … [Read more...] about Moana 2 Jet Update
Huaka’i by Hawaiian Airlines
As promised at the time of the merger closing, Alaska Airlines has launched an all-new kama'aina-only program called Huaka'i by Hawaiian Airlines. This benefit is similar in spirit to Alaska Air's Club 49 for Alaska residents, but isn't quite as generous. … [Read more...] about Huaka’i by Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska and Hawaiian Begin Route Optimization
As a condition of their merger approval, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are unable to reduce capacity on any of their existing routes. However, that doesn't mean that they cannot the way in which they currently operate them. As such, Alaska and Hawaiian begin route optimization on two West Coast-Hawai'i routes. … [Read more...] about Alaska and Hawaiian Begin Route Optimization
Review: Sushi Izakaya Gaku
There are many Japanese restaurants of differing quality and style around Honolulu. However, one has stood the test of time as a reliable standby - Sushi Izakaya Gaku. Despite being around for a while now, I've never been here until recently. And I'm glad I finally made it out to try this beloved spot. … [Read more...] about Review: Sushi Izakaya Gaku
Waikīkī Hotel Workers Ratified New Contracts
Due to personal needs, I've not written any new content in over a week! However, I'm back now and am pleased to inform you all that Waikīkī hotel workers ratified new contracts, ending a strike at one of the state's largest properties while also preventing walkouts at others. However, not all hotels in the islands are safe from work stoppages yet. … [Read more...] about Waikīkī Hotel Workers Ratified New Contracts
Alaska Lounge May Be Coming to Honolulu
With the Alaska-Hawaiian merger in full swing, it looks as if Alaska Airlines is looking to expand its ground services in the islands. This is especially true at their new hub, as news recently broke that an Alaska lounge may be coming to Honolulu. This news may also reinforce Alaska's commitment to maintaining two separate brands. … [Read more...] about Alaska Lounge May Be Coming to Honolulu
HNL Improved Its Passenger Satisfaction Ranking
If you live in Hawai'i and have visited other places or have visited before, you probably know that our airports are not great. However, in JD Powers' most recent assessment, HNL improved its passenger satisfaction rankings, but not by much. … [Read more...] about HNL Improved Its Passenger Satisfaction Ranking
Hawai’i May Have a Wetter Winter 2024
Despite unusually inconsistent dry and wet spells throughout the summer, we ended up having a higher average rainfall total than normal. That trend looks like it'll continue into later this year and early next year, as Hawai'i may have a wetter winter 2024. … [Read more...] about Hawai’i May Have a Wetter Winter 2024