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
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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
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
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
United Offers COVID Tests to Some Hawaii Passengers
Are you coming to Hawaii when we begin our pre-travel testing on October 15? Here's some news that might make the testing process easier: United offers COVID tests to some Hawaii passengers. … [Read more...] about United Offers COVID Tests to Some Hawaii Passengers
The Honolulu Reopening Strategy
Hawaii may be starting its pre-travel testing program on October 15. However, even though visitors can come to Hawaii, most things will remain closed. Case in point, the newly announced Honolulu Reopening Strategy. … [Read more...] about The Honolulu Reopening Strategy
Hanauma Bay Makes Remarkable Recovery
COVID-19 has, undoubtedly, caused a lot of pain and suffering. But, our "new normal" has been a boon for the environment. Case in point, Hanauma Bay makes a remarkable recovery. … [Read more...] about Hanauma Bay Makes Remarkable Recovery
Hawaii to Begin Pre-Travel Testing on October 15
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
Thousands of Hawaii Travel Workers Receive Notices
Thousands of Hawaii travel workers receive notices of furlough or layoff as many companies this week as their employers struggle to remain afloat. But, the numbers still pale in comparison to what's happening in Vegas. … [Read more...] about Thousands of Hawaii Travel Workers Receive Notices