Debuting as The Waikiki EDITION under Marriott, this property has had the most tumultuous existence in Hawaii's tourism industry's history - at least as far as I know. And it's undergoing a major change yet again, as The Modern Honolulu rebrands, though we knew this was going to happen for a while now. … [Read more...] about The Modern Honolulu Rebrands
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West Maui Quietly Reopened
Following a lot of controversy, West Maui quietly reopened to visitors. And while the debate continues to rage, much of the fears regarding an influx of visitors were found to be overblown. In fact, the return of visitors to the far northern areas of West Maui remains but a trickle. … [Read more...] about West Maui Quietly Reopened
Be Sensitive When Visiting Maui
If you've paid any attention at all to what's going on Maui, you'd know that 1) Kapalua Resort is reopening on Sunday, and 2) there are strong feelings about this. So, what should visitors do about this? My recommendation is to be sensitive when visiting Maui. … [Read more...] about Be Sensitive When Visiting Maui
West Maui Will Reopen in Phases
Recently, I reported that West Maui would reopen to visitors on October 8. However, I also warned that plans could and would likely change. And guess what? They have. As the title of this post states, West Maui will reopen in phases now - not all at once. … [Read more...] about West Maui Will Reopen in Phases
Hawaii Hotel Performance in August 2023
Oops. Looks like I missed a month. The last time I discussed hotel stats was back in June! Nevertheless, I've been waiting to see what Hawaii hotel performance in August 2023 was like, given all of the confusion and negative press in the wake of the August 8th tragedy in Lahaina. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotel Performance in August 2023
Visitors and Survivors Will Be Separated
With West Maui's reopening coming up, many in the community had questions. For example, since roughly 7,000 of them are in hotels, are they going to be kicked out? Will they now be neighbors with visitors? For these questions, at least, we now have answers - visitors and survivors will be separated. … [Read more...] about Visitors and Survivors Will Be Separated
Kilauea September 2023 Eruption Ends
Just as quickly as it began, the Kilauea September 2023 eruption ends. in fact, this eruption was so quick that is was the shortest eruption to occur all year. Oh well, such is the way of things at Halema'uma'u Crater. … [Read more...] about Kilauea September 2023 Eruption Ends
West Maui to Tentatively Reopen on October 8
On Friday, the one-month anniversary of the devastating Maui wildfires, officials made a bold announcement: West Maui to tentatively reopen on October 8. Of course, this reopening excludes Lahaina, which will remain closed to almost everyone. … [Read more...] about West Maui to Tentatively Reopen on October 8
Kilauea Reawakens September 2023
Kilauea Volcano on the Big Island of Hawaii has been very on again, off again lately. Its most recent eruption ended just weeks after beginning, and that was just two months ago. But now, Kilauea Reawakens once again, with an eruption that will, hopefully, last longer than the last one. … [Read more...] about Kilauea Reawakens September 2023
Maui is in Financial Trouble
Immediately after Lahaina's tragic and devastating fires, officials, celebrities, and residents swiftly and strongly asked visitors to stay away. Unfortunately, even after the message began to change, people are continuing to stay away. That's not good, and as a result, Maui is in financial trouble now. … [Read more...] about Maui is in Financial Trouble