Last January I incredulously mentioned that the airlines have just collected 22.6 billion in ancillary fees in 2010. That was up from a mere 13.5 billion the prior year. For 2011, you won’t be surprised that things have escalated significantly. US major airlines will take 12.5 billion this year from us in fees, up from only 6.7 last year. […]
Three carriers are poised for game-changing Hawaii airline services that could change the face of Hawaii airfare deals. Here’s the latest news. It seems no one wants to dive into Hawaii’s shallow air transport swimming pool, head-first. Fearing that Hawaiian waters may not support a major commitment at this time, both Southwest and Allegiant continue to hedge bets. Each […]
While not having mentioned them before, I’ve been keeping my eyes on Richard Branson’s SFO-based airline for some time. Virgin America remains on a mission to expand their unique feel good brand, with top notch service, new planes, and other innovations. They’ve received accolades including “Best Domestic Airline” in Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards for three consecutive years. Virgin currently serves San […]
Right on schedule, Alaska announced a new flight today between San Diego and Honolulu. It marks the ongoing rapid expansion into Hawaii by the Seattle based carrier, which now has eighteen direct flights to the islands from the U.S. Mainland. $149 Introductory Fare from San Diego to Honolulu The new flight will operate daily starting November 17. For seats […]
I’m still following the proposed Hawaii service from Allegiant Travel, as well as moves by Alaska Air and Southwest. Today, Allegiant announced they’ve received approval to begin operating 757 aircraft. Prior to Hawaii, the company will use the planes on routes from Las Vegas to McAllen, Texas and Rockford, Illinois. In a nutshell, Allegiant is nearly half-way to Hawaii in […]
An FAA audit just released raises concerns about Hawaiian Airlines‘ aircraft maintenance. At question is a report that their Philippine based repair center failed to meet U.S. regulations. Lufthansa Technik Philippines (LTP) performs line maintenance work according to a follow-up press release from Hawaiian. Other sources including Associated press had indicated that the facility was performing major maintenance. “We […]
Japanese owned 7-Eleven recently announced plans to double its presence in Hawaii. They will add 46 stores to the existing 55 stores on Oahu, Maui, Kauai and the Big Island over the next five years. The chain which first came to Hawaii over thirty years ago has 41,000 stores nationwide. Does 7-Eleven’s Expansion Cut Into ABC Territory? ABC has 78 stores, including […]
For our 1,000th post on Beat of Hawaii, we were hoping for a good deal to bring you. Unfortunately, it’s turned into sad news of yet another deadly crash involving an Ultralight aircraft. Today’s fatal flight took off from Hanapepe’s Port Allen field here on Kauai. Our thoughts go first to those killed and their loved ones. Ultralight safety […]
We recently reported the aircraft spotting of Allegiant’s first two 757’s flying in Europe for other carriers. This still unexplained situation caused us to speculate that Allegiant might not ever make it to Hawaii’s shores. You can read more about where those planes went, and why Allegiant might be changing Hawaii plans here. “For our followers watching Hawaii flights: […]
Breaking News. When Southwest confirmed plans to serve Hawaii, just one day after I suggested they would, it led me to speculate that they may have poked the proverbial pin into Allegiant’s Hawaii balloon. Now, new facts have come to light that may suggest a complete change in Allegiant’s plans. The recent evidence Allegiant appears to have disposed of the first two […]
Arthur Frommer called yesterday to ask about the ongoing impact of Japan’s disaster on Hawaii tourism. He also wondered about whether the decline in visitors from Japan would likely create any opportunities for better prices for Mainland visitors. You’ll find my answers within his blog post contained below. Comments. Subscribe to our email updates. [pageview url=”http://www.frommers.com/blog/?plckController=Blog&plckBlogPage=BlogViewPost&UID=3ec3ac40-db8a-4d10-a884-acf9ccad0879&plckPostId=Blog%3a3ec3ac40-db8a-4d10-a884-acf9ccad0879Post%3a65be308c-59ad-48c0-82ab-a9e2efe52cf5&plckScript=blogScript&plckElementId=blogDest” scrolling=”yes”]
An unnamed Honolulu hotel has implemented RFID technology to aid in catching would-be beach towel thiefs. Do you know which hotel it is? The Hawaii property claims to have reduced towel theft from 4,000 to only 750 a month, which is saving over $16,000 monthly. The Honolulu property, which does not wish to be identified, has been joined by […]
