It's that time again. The 11th annual Restaurant Week Hawaii 2018 kicks off tomorrow! … [Read more...] about Restaurant Week Hawaii 2018
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Arizona Memorial to Remain Closed for Months
Bad news: the Arizona Memorial to remain closed for months more than initially anticipated. And while that's a bummer for the thousands of visitors that come to Hawaii to pay their respects, it also means the Memorial won't be accessible for the annual Pearl Harbor remembrance day. … [Read more...] about Arizona Memorial to Remain Closed for Months
Turtle Bay Resort is Set for a Major Expansion
Acquired earlier this year by Blackstone, Oahu's Turtle Bay Resort is set for a major expansion. This expansion project will dramatically increase the resort's room count, though it isn't as large as one proposed years earlier. … [Read more...] about Turtle Bay Resort is Set for a Major Expansion
St Regis Princeville is Leaving Marriott + Strike Update 3
Last week Friday I reported on the confirmed sale of the St. Regis Princeville. However, a reader left a comment with additional information. And thanks to this info, we now know that the St Regis Princeville is leaving Marriott. I also have an update on the Marriott Hawaii strike. … [Read more...] about St Regis Princeville is Leaving Marriott + Strike Update 3
Marriott Hawaii Hotel Worker Strike Update 2
I've got some encouraging news with this Marriott Hawaii hotel worker strike update 2. Officials with Unite Here! Local 5, Marriott, and Kyo-ya Hotels and Resorts are going to meet. … [Read more...] about Marriott Hawaii Hotel Worker Strike Update 2
Review: Stripsteak Waikiki
I love a good steak. But, in my opinion, finding a place that makes perfect steaks can be difficult; especially since I'm pretty good at cooking steaks myself ?. But I got to try Stripsteak Waikiki during a business dinner and liked it, so I decided to take Mrs. Islander to try the place out. … [Read more...] about Review: Stripsteak Waikiki
Hawaii Marriott Strike Update and Impacts
On October 8, 2,700 Marriott employees in Hawaii walked off the job. They joined other Marriott employees across the country demanding more pay and job security. And while the impacted hotels continue to be open, things aren't business as usual. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Marriott Strike Update and Impacts
Review: The Hideout Waikiki Brunch
As you may recall, my last stay at The Laylow Waikiki was a disappointing one. But you know what didn't disappoint? Dining at The Laylow's signature restaurant, which is always a pleasure. And now, The Hideout Waikiki brunch service, which started just a few months ago, is one of my top picks on Oahu. … [Read more...] about Review: The Hideout Waikiki Brunch
Review: Ice Cream Stuffed Malasadas
When in Hawaii, eating a malasada is one of the things you just have to do. Or so says many of the travel guides and blogs. And most visitors to the islands will instinctively head over to Leonards. But there are many other options and varieties to explore, such as ice cream stuffed malasadas. … [Read more...] about Review: Ice Cream Stuffed Malasadas
The Laylow Waikiki – One Year Later
The Laylow Waikiki opened last May, and since it was a hotel I was following closely, I ended up staying there soon after opening. But much can change in the first year of a hotel's operations. As a result, I thought it prudent to do a The Laylow Waikiki - one year later review. … [Read more...] about The Laylow Waikiki – One Year Later