A couple of reports that came out last week hint that Hawaii tourism has a long road to recovery. Sure, tourism is booming, but the mix of visitor isn't the same as it was pre-pandemic, which also means that visitor spending isn't what it used to be. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Tourism Has a Long Road to Recovery
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The End for Hawaiian 717s May Be Near
Hawaiian's inter-island fleet is becoming the bain of their existence. The venerable McDonnell Douglas-designed and Boeing-built aircraft are constantly breaking. But based on remarks by the Airline's CEO earlier this month, it appears that the end for Hawaiian 717s may be near. … [Read more...] about The End for Hawaiian 717s May Be Near
Offshore Rescues Are Up On Oahu
Doing it for the Gram combined with a poor understanding of the environment, failure to do research, and not understanding one's abilities is the reason why offshore rescues are up on Oahu. And that has officials pleading with the public to think twice before heading out. … [Read more...] about Offshore Rescues Are Up On Oahu
El Nino 2023 is Here
Recently, I reported on Hawaii's prediction for its 2023 Hurricane Season. At the time of the forecast, there was a good chance for an above-average season, though the likelihood of that just increased because El Nino 2023 is here. … [Read more...] about El Nino 2023 is Here
Exploring the Pebble Beach 17-Mile Drive
After our time at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, we couldn't really figure out what to do. After a quick search, we decided to go check out the Pebble Beach 17-Mile Drive, since it was nearby. … [Read more...] about Exploring the Pebble Beach 17-Mile Drive
Review: The Quintessence Monterey Bay Aquarium
It may not be the largest aquarium or the one with the most diverse exhibits, but the Monterey Bay Aquarium is probably one of the most famous. Its regional specialization is why this well-respected, trailblazing institution has long been on my bucket list. It's too bad that fellow visitors ruined my experience here. … [Read more...] about Review: The Quintessence Monterey Bay Aquarium
Central Pacific Hurricane Season 2023
Recently, Hawaii has been really lucky. We haven't been hit by a hurricane in YEARS and have only had a couple of close calls the past few years. However, the Central Pacific Hurrican Season 2023 could be different. … [Read more...] about Central Pacific Hurricane Season 2023
West Coast Arrivals are Slipping
Ever since Hawaii reopened to visitors, domestic tourists have been the lifeblood of our tourism economy. Mind you; the Western U.S. has always been Hawaii's most important market. However, West Coast arrivals are slipping, and that has officials worried. … [Read more...] about West Coast Arrivals are Slipping
Use Common Sense When Driving
Two back-to-back incidents on the Big Island highlight the need to use common sense when driving. I seriously cannot believe that this needs to be said, but the types of issues we see these days seriously are, well, befuddling. … [Read more...] about Use Common Sense When Driving
We Could Be in a Mass Extinction Event
There's no doubt that wildlife isn't doing well. But a new study by researchers at the School of Biological Sciences at Queen's University Belfast suggests that we could be in a mass extinction event right now, making the plight ouf our planet worse than originally thought. … [Read more...] about We Could Be in a Mass Extinction Event