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Trip reports, honest reviews, and points & miles news from around the world — written after actually staying, sailing, and flying.
Andaz Maui at Wailea Review: The Wailea Resort I Keep Booking on Points
My honest review of the Andaz Maui at Wailea, including the World of Hyatt points cost, the infinity pools, dining, and Globalist perks.
Wailea Grand Champions Villas Review: Maui on Hyatt Points
My Wailea Grand Champions Villas review: World of Hyatt villas from 20,000 points, one-bedroom layouts for a family of four, and Globalist perks in Maui.
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa Review (Big Island)
My honest review of the Waikoloa Beach Marriott on Hawaii's Big Island: A-Bay beach, pools, Bonvoy points value, resort fees, and who it suits.
Hana-Maui Resort Review (Destination by Hyatt)
My review of the Hana-Maui Resort, a Destination by Hyatt: the end of the Road to Hana, TV-free bungalows, points booking, and whether the remote setting i
Sheraton Waikiki Review: A $200 Million Beachfront Reset
My Sheraton Waikiki review after a $200M renovation: beachfront rooms, the Edge infinity pool, a big suite upgrade on points, and how to book.
The Royal Hawaiian Review: Inside Waikiki's Pink Palace
My Royal Hawaiian review: the iconic 1927 pink palace on Waikiki, my ~$2,000 suite upgrade on points as a Bonvoy elite, dining, and how to book.
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Review: The Reliable Oahu Hyatt
My review of Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa, a two-tower Oahu hotel across from Waikiki Beach with a Regency Club lounge and points value.
Hyatt Centric Waikiki Review: Modern Rooms With a Couple of Catches
My review of Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach, the newest-feeling Oahu Hyatt, with the shallow pool and no Globalist breakfast downsides covered.
Hilton Hawaiian Village Review: Waikiki's Sprawling Beachfront Icon
My Hilton Hawaiian Village review: the sprawling Waikiki resort with a lagoon, five pools, the Rainbow Tower, Friday fireworks, and how to book it right.
Hilton Waikoloa Village Review: The Big Island's Most Famous Resort
An honest review of Hilton Waikoloa Village on Hawaii's Big Island: pools, dolphins, the tram, Palace Tower rooms, and how to book it on Hilton points.
Grand Hyatt Kauai Review: My Favorite Family Resort in Hawaii
An honest review of the Grand Hyatt Kauai in Poipu: the pools, lazy river, saltwater lagoon, dining, and how a Hyatt Globalist books it on points.
The Ultimate Hawaii Cruise Guide
A travel advisor's honest, beginner-friendly guide to Hawaii cruises. The round-trip Pride of America option, longer mainland sailings, ports, packing, and who it suits.
2026 Hyatt Regency Maui Review
A full review of the Hyatt Regency Maui in Kaanapali on a Hyatt Privé rate. Booking with Hyatt Privé or World of Hyatt points (it's only a Category 6), Globalist perks, the penguins, pools, dining, the luau, golf, and an honest take on the beach.
Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club Review: The Best Timeshare on Oahu
Experience Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club on Oʻahu. Full resort review with villa tour, pools, dining, and expert tips for planning your Hawaii stay.
Disney’s Aulani Review, O’ahu
Experience the magic of Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa on Oʻahu’s stunning west coast. This in-depth review covers everything from pools and dining to money-saving tips like renting DVC points. Discover why Aulani is the perfect blend of Hawaiian culture and Disney charm—plus how to book your stay for less.
Ka Lāʻi Waikiki Beach Review – Hilton LXR’s New Luxury Option in Honolulu
Get an inside look at Kai Lāʻi Waikiki Beach, Hilton’s new LXR luxury hotel in Honolulu. Full tour, room walkthrough, and honest review of this upscale Waikiki resort.
The Best Hotel in Hawaii? Ritz-Carlton O'ahu Turtle Bay Full Tour and Review
Discover what it’s like to stay at the Ritz-Carlton Residences, Turtle Bay — one of Oʻahu’s most exclusive luxury resorts. Full tour, review, and insider tips on whether it’s truly the best hotel in Hawaii.