It's only been a bit over two weeks since intense, hurricane-fueled fires incinerated Lahaina. And while travel is absolutely a no-go in West Maui, the island still needs visitors. So here's how to visit Maui responsibly post-fires. … [Read more...] about How to Visit Maui Responsibly Post-Fires
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West Maui Hotels Take In Survivors
It's been two weeks since fires supercharged by Hurricane Dora decimated the historic town of Maui, displacing thousands of residents. And while things are still far from normal, emergency shelters are already in the process of closing, as West Maui hotels take in survivors to give them more humane accommodations. … [Read more...] about West Maui Hotels Take In Survivors
West Maui Recovery Will Take Years
It's been about a week and a half since fires ravaged the historic town of Lahaina. The town, as I'm sure everyone knows by now, is almost completely gone. And I'm here to tell you that West Maui recovery will take years to accomplish. Not weeks or months. YEARS. And it's not going to be easy. … [Read more...] about West Maui Recovery Will Take Years
Review: The Progress SF
Do you know what's more difficult than choosing a hotel in San Francisco? Picking a dinner spot. With just two nights to play in the city, I had to pick carefully. As such, I decided to book a table at one of the hottest restaurants in the Bay Area: The Progress SF. … [Read more...] about Review: The Progress SF
Call to Reschedule Your Maui Travel
If you have upcoming travel to Maui and decide to do the right thing, you'll need to make changes. However, don't just jump online to make those changes. I think you should call to reschedule your Maui travel. … [Read more...] about Call to Reschedule Your Maui Travel
Maui Needs Help
By now, I'm sure you've all seen the devastation on Maui. Numerous brush fires turned much of Lahaina, parts of Kihei, and a portion of Kula into absolute hellscapes. Because of this, Maui needs help - and not just financially or via human effort. They need everyone's kokua in ways you may not even think of. … [Read more...] about Maui Needs Help
Review: Hyatt Regency San Francisco
After our too-brief stay at the Alila Napa Valley, it was time for us to head into the city. I long vacillated over what hotel to stay at and eventually settled on the Hyatt Regency San Francisco on Embarcadero. … [Read more...] about Review: Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Review: La Calenda Mexican
After our extravagant pre-dinner, it was time to head to the main event at another Thomas Keller establishment - La Calenda. His first ethnic concept, the restaurant serves up authentic Mexican cuisine in downtown Yountville. … [Read more...] about Review: La Calenda Mexican
CLEAR is Coming to Hawaii
CLEAR has been around (at least in its current incarnation) for around a decade. Allowing members to skip the TSA or TSA Pre-Check line, CLEAR is beloved in busy airports. But it's never been available in the islands, at least until now, as CLEAR is coming to Hawaii. … [Read more...] about CLEAR is Coming to Hawaii
Review: Regiis Ova Caviar and Champagne Lounge
After our wine tasting and tour at Schramsberg Vineyard, we decided to pre-game (food) before dinner at one of Thomas Keller's many establishments in Yountville - the Regiis Ova Lounge. And why not? A couple of snacks couldn't hurt, and actually served us well, given how the rest of the night went. But more on that later. … [Read more...] about Review: Regiis Ova Caviar and Champagne Lounge