After months of delays, it looks like Hawaii is to begin pre-travel testing on October 15. Finally. And with that program coming online, visitors can begin making their way back to the islands. … [Read more...] about Hawaii to Begin Pre-Travel Testing on October 15
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United Announces Two New Hawaii Routes for 2021
Despite continued uncertainty caused by the current global pandemic, United announces two new Hawaii routes for 2021. Is that being a bit optimistic? Perhaps. But, it'll definitely put more pressure on competitors. … [Read more...] about United Announces Two New Hawaii Routes for 2021
Oahu Lockdown 2.0 Has Been Extended
Oahu was supposed to return to limited reopening on Thursday. However, numbers remained consistently above 200 over the past two weeks so Oahu lockdown 2.0 has been extended for an additional two weeks - with modifications. … [Read more...] about Oahu Lockdown 2.0 Has Been Extended
Hawaiian Says Aloha to Change Fees
Following the footsteps of the four larger legacy US carriers, Hawaiian says aloha to change fees too. But, Hawaiian is, by far, being the most generous in terms of the number of routes covered under this policy change. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Says Aloha to Change Fees
The Big Island is Closing Beaches and Coastline Parks
Though Oahu is, by far, the epicenter for COVID in Hawaii, Hawaii County is experiencing a surge of its own. As a result, the Big Island is closing beaches and coastline parks ahead of the Labor Day weekend to help contain the spread. … [Read more...] about The Big Island is Closing Beaches and Coastline Parks
Oahu Reinstates Lockdowns + Uses Quarantine Hotels
Yesterday, Mayor Kirk Caldwell, Governor David Ige, and Lt. Governor Josh Green were joined by Surgeon General Jerome Adams. The purpose? To announce surge testing efforts as Oahu reinstates lockdowns. … [Read more...] about Oahu Reinstates Lockdowns + Uses Quarantine Hotels
Maui and Kauai Considers Resort Bubbles
With Hawaii's quarantine now in effect until at least October 1, Maui and Kauai considers resort bubbles. Such a concept solves a lot of problems we're currently experiencing. But, will visitors go for it? … [Read more...] about Maui and Kauai Considers Resort Bubbles
Made in Hawaii Festival 2020 Moves Online
Every year, locals and visitors alike look forward to the massive Made in Hawaii Festival. But, with COVID and its associated travel restriction, the Made in Hawaii Festival 2020 moves online to keep the show going. … [Read more...] about Made in Hawaii Festival 2020 Moves Online
Hawaii Travel Quarantine Extended to October 1
With Hawaii's 7-day average positivity rate at 7.8%, new restrictions are going into effect on Oahu, which is the epicenter of the State's outbreak. Plus, the Hawaii travel quarantine is extended to October 1 now. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Travel Quarantine Extended to October 1
Hawaiian Airlines Updates Mask Policy
As the coronavirus continues to rage on here in Hawaii, Hawaiian Airlines updates its mask policy. Now, it has one of the strictest policies in the nation, incorporating information gleaned from a new mask study. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Updates Mask Policy