When Hawaii began its pre-travel testing program, the pent up demand was evident. The first week saw a significant increase in arrivals. Now, however, Hawaii visitor arrivals slow after the initial surge has passed. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Visitor Arrivals Slow After Initial Surge
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Chase Sapphire Adds Grocery Bonuses
Since the pandemic destroyed much of what we value in Chase's flagship Sapphire cards, they've done much to improve their usability. And, now, Chase Sapphire adds grocery bonuses as one of these new improvements. … [Read more...] about Chase Sapphire Adds Grocery Bonuses
Honolulu Bill 80 Threatens Hotel Recovery
The Honolulu City Council, in its infinite wisdom, is trying to tell hotels how to handle their reopening process. But, instead, I think that Honolulu Bill 80 threatens hotel recovery and further jeopardizes industry jobs. … [Read more...] about Honolulu Bill 80 Threatens Hotel Recovery
Hawaii to Begin International Pre-Travel Testing
Hawaii's economy continues to suffer, even with the return of domestic visitors. So, in an effort to bring in even more visitors, Hawaii is to begin international pre-travel testing in early November. … [Read more...] about Hawaii to Begin International Pre-Travel Testing
Hawaiian Maintains Ohana Service, Restores Routes
The other day, Hawaiian announced they'd be suspending operations at its commuter subsidiary. However, the US DOT overruled their service. So, Hawaiian maintains Ohana service, for now, while it restores other routes. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Maintains Ohana Service, Restores Routes
2020 Honolulu Marathon is Officially Canceled
With COVID-19 cases re-surging around the world, officials have decided to play things safe. As a result, the 2020 Honolulu Marathon is officially canceled. Registered participants do have two recovery options, though. … [Read more...] about 2020 Honolulu Marathon is Officially Canceled
Honolulu Enters Tier 2 of the Reopening Strategy
Since Lockdown 2.0, Honolulu has kept fairly strict emergency orders in place. However, with low rates of infection, Honolulu enters Tier 2 of its reopening strategy, allowing for more businesses to reopen. … [Read more...] about Honolulu Enters Tier 2 of the Reopening Strategy
The Hawaii Hotel Reopening Guide
Even though Hawaii began welcoming back visitors a week ago, many hotels have yet to reopen. So, I've put together a Hawaii hotel reopening guide to help navigate the Hawaii hotel reopening process. … [Read more...] about The Hawaii Hotel Reopening Guide
Big Island Joins Inter-Island Pre-Travel Testing
When the Hawaii Inter-Island Pre-Travel Testing Program launched, following the trans-Pacific version, Hawaii County opted out. But, now, the Big Island joins the inter-island pre-travel testing program. Confused? I am. … [Read more...] about Big Island Joins Inter-Island Pre-Travel Testing
Hawaii Inter-Island Pre-Travel Testing
Though visitors to Hawaii could avoid quarantine with a pre-travel test, Hawaii residents traveling between the islands couldn't. That is, until now. Here's your guide to the Hawaii inter-island pre-travel testing program. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Inter-Island Pre-Travel Testing