It looks like we're going to have to wear masks in public for the foreseeable future. So, why not add some island flair to your face coverings? I certainly have since some of my favorite local vendors began offering them! … [Read more...] about Add Some Island Flair to Your Face Coverings
COVID-19
Hawaii is Doing What it Needs to Do
Over the past week, there have been a lot of discussions surrounding Hawaii's response to COVID-19. And, many have been disheartening. But, know that Hawaii is doing what it needs to do. … [Read more...] about Hawaii is Doing What it Needs to Do
Most Hawaii Hotels Begin Issuing One-Time Use Keys
Last week, Hawaii lawmakers threw out some interesting quarantine enforcement ideas. Well, it appears one of those ideas is being implemented as most Hawaii hotels begin issuing one-time use keys. … [Read more...] about Most Hawaii Hotels Begin Issuing One-Time Use Keys
Hawaii Lawmakers Grapple with Visitor Violations
As far as we can tell, Hawaii has flattened the curve. So, the risk for us, now, primarily comes from outsiders. As a result, Hawaii lawmakers grapple with visitor violations of quarantine rules and how to stop them. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Lawmakers Grapple with Visitor Violations
My Airline Pandemic Cancelation Experiences
As you all know, because of the pandemic, I've had to cancel two trips (so far). But, only recently, did I cancel my last remaining flight. So, here are my airline pandemic cancelation experiences and how they compare. … [Read more...] about My Airline Pandemic Cancelation Experiences
Hawaiian Airlines Receives $654 Million in Relief Funds
In total, Hawaii businesses will receive $2.7 billion of the initial wave of COVID-19 relief funds. Of that, Hawaiian Airlines receives $654 million in relief funds, which will help keep Hawaii's largest airline afloat … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Receives $654 Million in Relief Funds
Hawaii Quarantine Rules are Extended Through May 31
Heads up! If you're thinking of taking advantage of the cheap airfare to visit the islands, know this - Hawaii quarantine rules are extended through May 31. So, you know, don't buy a ticket here. At least not right now. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Quarantine Rules are Extended Through May 31
Why Are People Still Traveling for Leisure?!
Yesterday, local authorities said visitor arrivals in Hawaii are on the rise. And that beg's the question - why are people still traveling for leisure?! Stay home and flatten that curve, dammit!! … [Read more...] about Why Are People Still Traveling for Leisure?!
Hawaii is Implementing an Intra-State Travel Quarantine
There's no denying that the COVID-19 pandemic is rapidly spreading around the country. And to help flatten the curve more, Hawaii is implementing an intra-state travel quarantine. … [Read more...] about Hawaii is Implementing an Intra-State Travel Quarantine
Travel Blogging During a Global Pandemic
To say things have been anything but normal is an understatement. And, given my commitment to shelter in place, I think it's fair to let you guys know what travel blogging during a global pandemic will look like from me. … [Read more...] about Travel Blogging During a Global Pandemic