Last week Thursday was the Hawaii Pre-Travel testing program launch day. So, how did things for on the first couple of days? As you can imagine, things are kind of a mess, which was expected. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Pre-Travel Testing Program Launch
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Honolulu City Council OKs Hanauma Bay Fee Increases
Officials are looking for ways to make long-term improvements at one of Hawaii's most popular attractions. As a result, the Honolulu City Council OKs Hanauma Bay fee increases to help pay for these improvements. … [Read more...] about Honolulu City Council OKs Hanauma Bay Fee Increases
Hawaiian is Suspending Ohana by Hawaiian Operations
Due to a labor provision in its pilots' contract, Hawaiian is suspending Ohana by Hawaiian operations. This suspension will impact not only the commuter airline's passenger services but cargo ops as well. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian is Suspending Ohana by Hawaiian Operations
What to Expect at Aulani on November 1
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
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
Is Hawaii Ready to Reopen? Depends Who You Ask
Hawaii is going to open in just two weeks. But, is Hawaii ready to reopen? It depends who you ask. A lot of questions remain, while some feel measure in place aren't enough. At least new testing partners are now available. … [Read more...] about Is Hawaii Ready to Reopen? Depends Who You Ask