Hawaii’s most famous coastline, Waikiki Beach, is not going to be the same in the next 50 years. The beaches flanking Waikiki have narrowed, and in some areas, are nonexistent. In as…
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Smokey Bear turns 80. Celebrate with 8 fun facts.
Smokey Bear’s catchphrase changed from “Only YOU can prevent forest fires” to “Only you can prevent wildfires” in 2001. The Smokey Bear Wildfire Prevention campaign is the longest-running public service advertising campaign…
Why the United Airlines strike authorization probably won’t affect you
United Airlines flight attendants voted to authorize a strike Wednesday, but that doesn’t mean they’re about to walk off the job. The airline’s flight attendants have been eligible to update their contract…
Southwest to cut service, reduce staff at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson
Southwest Airlines plans to reduce service to and from Atlanta next year, in effect reducing hundreds of pilot and flight attendant positions based at the world’s busiest airport. The low-cost airline will…
The best, worst days to travel for Thanksgiving 2024
The days right before Thanksgiving and the Sunday ending the holiday weekend are the worst days to fly. The best days to fly for Thanksgiving are Saturday, Nov. 23, Monday, Nov. 25,…
Royal Caribbean will add second Perfect Day destination in Mexico
Royal Caribbean International will open a second private island destination called Perfect Day Mexico. The new destination will be located in Mahahual on the Caribbean coast and is set to open in…
Korean Air plane suddenly drops 26,000 feet, injuring 17 passengers
A Korean Air flight experienced a sudden depressurization on Saturday. The incident happened in a timespan of about 10 minutes. 17 passengers were attended to by medics, and all were discharged without…
Another United Airlines plane loses tire in takeoff; second in a year
Another United Airlines aircraft lost a wheel during takeoff, becoming the latest in a series of incidents that triggered a federal safety review of the carrier earlier this year. United Flight 1001,…
Crowd-free Honolulu hiking trails: Local hidden gems
From overlooked roadside attractions to offbeat museums and obscure natural wonders, Local Hidden Gems will showcase some of the unique and unexpected treasures that make America extraordinary. We will emphasize charm, surprise…
Family heartbroken after dog dies from overheating during air travel
Frank, a four-year-old French Bulldog, died from overheating at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu. The family said they’ve flown with their pets on Alaska Airlines before – and the…