Recently, I wrote about the Happiest Place in Hawaii reopening. At the time, though, few details were available. But now we know exactly what to expect at Aulani on November 1. … [Read more...] about What to Expect at Aulani on November 1
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Why Testing Will Not Work in Hawaii
Hawaii is set to welcome visitors back in about a week. However, while we need to reopen for economic reasons, we aren't ready for safety reasons. So, here's why testing will not work in Hawaii based on what's happened elsewhere. … [Read more...] about Why Testing Will Not Work in Hawaii
Big Island Continues to Require Quarantine After 10/15
Hawaii is set to reopen with pre-travel testing in a little over a week. However, Mayor Harry Kim says the Big Island continues to require quarantine after 10/15 since they're opting out of the testing program. … [Read more...] about Big Island Continues to Require Quarantine After 10/15
Gov Ige Denies the Kauai Two Test Plan
In an effort to protect itself from new infections, Kauai sought to augment Hawaii's pre-travel testing program. However, claiming its unnecessary, Gov Ige denies the Kauai two test plan request. … [Read more...] about Gov Ige Denies the Kauai Two Test Plan
Some Winemakers May Not Have a 2020 Vintage
For better or for worse, there some winemakers may not have a 2020 vintage. But, it's not because of coronavirus. No. Instead, the absence of a 2020 vintage from some winemakers is due to the fires burning around the state. … [Read more...] about Some Winemakers May Not Have a 2020 Vintage
Alaska Air Offering Discounted Rapid Tests
My favorite airline is joining United and Hawaiian in offering Hawaii-bound travelers COVID test. However, Alaska Air is offering discounted rapid tests. Oh, and Oakland International plans to offer travelers tests too. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Offering Discounted Rapid Tests
Hawaiian Air Offering Pre-Travel Tests Too
Following United's announcement the other day, we've now learned that Hawaiian Air is offering pre-travel tests too. The types of tests they're offering, along with how much they cost is quite different. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Offering Pre-Travel Tests Too
United Offers COVID Tests to Some Hawaii Passengers
Are you coming to Hawaii when we begin our pre-travel testing on October 15? Here's some news that might make the testing process easier: United offers COVID tests to some Hawaii passengers. … [Read more...] about United Offers COVID Tests to Some Hawaii Passengers
Jacobsen Salt + The Grilled Cheese Grill
After paying a visit to the PSU Farmers Market and remembering that Jacobsen Salt is based in Oregon, we rushed over to their showroom to check out their full line-up of salts, honey, and seasonings. … [Read more...] about Jacobsen Salt + The Grilled Cheese Grill
The Honolulu Reopening Strategy
Hawaii may be starting its pre-travel testing program on October 15. However, even though visitors can come to Hawaii, most things will remain closed. Case in point, the newly announced Honolulu Reopening Strategy. … [Read more...] about The Honolulu Reopening Strategy