Despite the ongoing pandemic, one airline is continuing to grow its presence in Hawaii. And that airline is Southwest, which is launching a new Honolulu-Long Beach route. And this isn't just a resumption of suspended routes - this is the addition of entirely NEW routes. … [Read more...] about Southwest Launching New Honolulu-Long Beach Route
Travel News
Hawaii Tightens Pre-Travel Testing Requirements
The other day, Hawaii's mayors expressed concerns about the state's pre-travel testing program's lax nature. Chief among them were people getting on planes without results and arriving positive. So, Governor Ige, surprisingly, responded. As a result, Hawaii tightens it's pre-travel testing requirements. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Tightens Pre-Travel Testing Requirements
Hawaii Adds More Domestic Pre-Travel Testing Partners
Over a month after welcoming visitors back, Hawaii adds more domestic pre-travel testing partners. This is great news since this was promised from the very beginning. Especially since tests remain difficult to obtain, while much confusion continues to persist around what kind of test and from where are acceptable. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Adds More Domestic Pre-Travel Testing Partners
Hawaii Implements Statewide Mask Mandate
Since the beginning, masking requirements in Hawaii has been a patchwork of different requirements. This made compliance confusing at best, especially for visitors. So, it's great that, finally, Hawaii implements a statewide mask mandate. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Implements Statewide Mask Mandate
Silvercar is Pulling Out of All Airport Locations
It looks like the pandemic has claimed yet another victim - sort of. This time that victim what is, in my opinion, one of the best car rental options around. And while they'll still be around, they'll be very impractical to rent from because Silvercar is pulling out of all airport locations. … [Read more...] about Silvercar is Pulling Out of All Airport Locations
Hawaii Welcomes Back Japanese Visitors
On November 6, the Japan Pre-Travel Testing Program. But, there are still major obstacles with the arrangement. So, even as Hawaii welcomes back Japanese visitors, it really isn't going to help much economically. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Welcomes Back Japanese Visitors
Four Seasons Oahu to Reopen in March 2021
After its recent change in ownership, it looks like the Ko Olina outpost of Four Seasons will be undergoing some renovation work. As a result, the Four Seasons Oahu is to reopen in March 2021. … [Read more...] about Four Seasons Oahu to Reopen in March 2021
Hawaii Arrival Testing Results + Restaurants Close
Now that we're three weeks into the Pre-Travel Testing Program, let's talk Hawaii arrival testing results. Plus, quite a few notable restaurants announced closures over the past few weeks, while some new ones pop up. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Arrival Testing Results + Restaurants Close
The Resort Group Sells Stake in the Four Seasons Oahu
Ko Olina Resort's master developer, The Resort Group, sells its stake in the Four Seasons Oahu. Despite this, I wouldn't expect much, if anything, to change at the Oahu outpost of the luxury hotelier. … [Read more...] about The Resort Group Sells Stake in the Four Seasons Oahu
Hawaii Visitor Arrivals Slow After Initial Surge
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
