Restaurant Senia in Honolulu's Chinatown has to be the most anticipated restaurant in Hawaii. Ever. So naturally, I had to try it. And Mrs. Island Miler was kind enough to treat me for my birthday! … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: Senia (Honolulu)
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The First Waikiki Autograph Collection Hotel Opens
The first Waikiki Autograph Collection hotel opens to guests. Known as The Laylow Waikiki, it is Marriott's newest property in Waikiki and the State of Hawaii. … [Read more...] about The First Waikiki Autograph Collection Hotel Opens
Uber Begins Kauai Service Tomorrow
The popular ridesharing service, Uber begins Kauai service tomorrow! … [Read more...] about Uber Begins Kauai Service Tomorrow
Ward Warehouse Days Number + Liliha Bakery Renovations
Lately, Hawaii has been in a constant state of change. This is especially true for the island of Oahu. If you haven't been to Honolulu for a few years, for example, you may no longer recognize the Kaka'ako district thanks to its constant evolution. This was true for a friend of mine originally from Oahu when he came home to visit last year. And now, more change is on the … [Read more...] about Ward Warehouse Days Number + Liliha Bakery Renovations
Mandarin Oriental Returning to Hawaii
Hawaii, and Oahu in particular, has seen many new-to-the-islands hotel brands open in recent years. For example, Oahu's first Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt Centric, and Hilton Garden Inn opened over the last twelve months. However, one notable luxury brand that used to have a presence on Oahu has remained absent from our lodging options. That will soon change, however, a … [Read more...] about Mandarin Oriental Returning to Hawaii
Royal Hawaiian Hotel 90th Birthday
The Royal Hawaiian Hotel, also known as The Pink Palace of the Pacific, is one of the first to open in Waikiki. It is an iconic property that has played host to many celebrities and dignitaries over the years. Opened on February 1, 1927, the property has endured wars, economic crisis, and the evolution of Waikiki, and today the Royal Hawaiian Hotel 90th birthday celebration … [Read more...] about Royal Hawaiian Hotel 90th Birthday
Hilton Hawaiian Village Expansion
First opened in 1955 as the Hawaiian Village hotel, the Hilton Hawaiian Village (HHV) is a Waikiki icon. It is the largest hotel in Hawaii, in Hilton's portfolio, and one of the largest hotels in the world. But it owners don't appear to be content with the property's current size. No, the HHV has been in a constant state of evolution as fas as I can remember. And that … [Read more...] about Hilton Hawaiian Village Expansion
Kahala Hotel Renovation Plans
The Kahala Hotel & Resort, also known as the Kahala Hilton or the Kahala Mandarin, has changed hands a few times in recent years. Two years ago, however, the fabled property was acquired by Resorttrust Hawaii LLC, the Hawaii subsidiary of Japan-based Resorttrust. The previous owner was Kahala Hotel Investors LLC, a subsidiary of Honolulu-based Trinity Investments LLC. … [Read more...] about Kahala Hotel Renovation Plans
Guests Ordered to Leave Waikiki Hotel
Lately Waikiki has been an ever-changing landscape. Old hotels have been converted into "new" ones or timeshare units, while some new hotels have sprung up, too. However, some hotel owners don't always play by the rules. And sometimes these poor decisions causes government actions. In the latest of these "scandals" guests ordered to leave Waikiki hotel by State Regulators … [Read more...] about Guests Ordered to Leave Waikiki Hotel
Atlantis Resort and Residence Ko Olina Update
Right after I published my Hawaii hotel news December 2016 edition, new information about an upcoming Oahu resort was revealed. So, here's an Atlantis Resort and Residence Ko Olina Update. As previously reported, the Atlantis Resort and Residence Ko Olina will be built on Oahu's west side, in the Ko Olina Resort. Atlantis is slated to be built on a 26-acre parcel of … [Read more...] about Atlantis Resort and Residence Ko Olina Update