When COVID-19 shut the state down, it had major impacts on our economy. One company that nearly bled out during that time is Honolulu-based Bikeshare non-profit Biki. Thankfully, they didn't. In fact, Biki Bikeshare is making a comeback. … [Read more...] about Biki Bikeshare is Making a Comeback
Hawaii
Maui Loosens Restrictions
With infections and hospitalizations falling to levels not seen since before the Delta-variant fueled surge, the Valley Isle is now following Oahu's lead. Yup, just as Hawaii's most populous island, Maui loosens restrictions too. … [Read more...] about Maui Loosens Restrictions
The New Honolulu Airport Mauka Concourse
Before I get to the trip itself, I want to talk about the new Honolulu Airport Mauka Concourse. After all, this new concourse is the first new major addition at Honolulu's Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in decades! And, as luck would have it, our flight was departing out of this new terminal. … [Read more...] about The New Honolulu Airport Mauka Concourse
Honolulu Relaxes Restrictions
Thanks to Oahu's falling COVID-19 cases and hospitalization rates, Governor David Ige and Mayor Rick Blangiardi are ready to make some changes. Specifically, Honolulu relaxes restrictions in an effort to return to a little more normalcy. … [Read more...] about Honolulu Relaxes Restrictions
Honolulu Considers Raising Hotel Tax by 3%
Earlier this year, the State of Hawaii stopped distributing shares of the transient accommodations tax to the counties as a way to plug its budgetary hole. That, however, left the counties with a large hole of their own. So, to plug that hole, Honolulu considers raising hotel tax by 3%. … [Read more...] about Honolulu Considers Raising Hotel Tax by 3%
NOAA Bans Swimming with Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins
In recent years, it has become popular to swim with the endemic Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins out in the wild. However, this isn't going to be possible in the near future, as NOAA bans swimming with Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins. … [Read more...] about NOAA Bans Swimming with Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins
Hawaii Extends Emergency Orders for 2 Months
Hawaii is in a much better place than we were a few weeks ago. However, we're still doing pretty bad compared to before the Delta variant. As a result, Hawaii extends emergency orders for 2 months. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Extends Emergency Orders for 2 Months
My Hawaii Safe Travels Experience
Recently, I came back from my first trip off-island in over two years. And while you can expect a trip report soon, I want to talk about my Hawaii Safe Travels experience. After all, the program continues to be a bit, uh, ambiguous. … [Read more...] about My Hawaii Safe Travels Experience
Honolulu Extends Ban on Large Gatherings
Back in August, Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi implemented a ban on large gatherings to help stem the spread of COVID-19. With the County now headed in the right direction, Honolulu extends the ban on large gatherings a little more. … [Read more...] about Honolulu Extends Ban on Large Gatherings
Hawaiian Air Flight Attendant Hit in Unprovoked Attack
Issues with unruly passengers are a major issue right now in the US. Since January 1st of this year, there have been over 4,200 such events reported. And while most involve COVID-era compliance issues, not all do. That's the case with a Hawaiian Air flight attendant hit in an unprovoked attack yesterday. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Flight Attendant Hit in Unprovoked Attack