A Hawaii vacation has never been inexpensive - even for those who call the islands home. But, lately? Hawaii hotel rates are SOARING. You'd know this if you looked recently. For those of you who haven't, though, here's how bad things have gotten. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotel Rates are SOARING
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Hawaii Hotels See High Occupancy Rates in July
There's no secret that Hawaii is seeing a major tourism boom right now. The islands are completely inundated with visitors even though international travel remains at a minimum. But, how are hotels doing? As it turns out, pretty well, as Hawaii hotels see high occupancy rates in July. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotels See High Occupancy Rates in July
CN Traveler 2020 Best Resorts in Hawaii
I often take readers' choice awards with a giant grain of salt. After all, the vast majority of people have different tastes and expectations. But, the CN Traveler 2020 best resorts in Hawaii - a readers' choice ranking - puzzles me quite a bit. … [Read more...] about CN Traveler 2020 Best Resorts in Hawaii
Hotel Review: Westin Moana Surfrider
For my birthday this year, I decided to book us a stay at the Westin Moana Surfrider. Why? Because I've wanted to check this property out for a while now, and I found some amazing kama'aina rates. My recent experience at the Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, helped pique my curiosity as well. … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Westin Moana Surfrider
Hawaii Visitor Arrivals Slow After Initial Surge
When Hawaii began its pre-travel testing program, the pent up demand was evident. The first week saw a significant increase in arrivals. Now, however, Hawaii visitor arrivals slow after the initial surge has passed. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Visitor Arrivals Slow After Initial Surge
Honolulu Bill 80 Threatens Hotel Recovery
The Honolulu City Council, in its infinite wisdom, is trying to tell hotels how to handle their reopening process. But, instead, I think that Honolulu Bill 80 threatens hotel recovery and further jeopardizes industry jobs. … [Read more...] about Honolulu Bill 80 Threatens Hotel Recovery
The Hawaii Hotel Reopening Guide
Even though Hawaii began welcoming back visitors a week ago, many hotels have yet to reopen. So, I've put together a Hawaii hotel reopening guide to help navigate the Hawaii hotel reopening process. … [Read more...] about The Hawaii Hotel Reopening Guide
Hawaii Hotels Push Back Against Stay Safe Guidelines
Many of the major hotel brands recently announced mask requirements based on the AHLA guidelines. But, some of the guidelines are causing job security concerns, causing Hawaii hotels to push back against the Stay Safe guidelines. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotels Push Back Against Stay Safe Guidelines
Hawaii Hotels Are Suspending Operations
With new quarantine orders in place, a shelter-in-place order on two islands, and vastly reduced service from Hawaiian Airlines, it comes as no surprise that Hawaii hotels are suspending operations. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotels Are Suspending Operations
Potential Tax Hike Targeting Honolulu Hotels
The City & County of Honolulu needs more operating money, but raising taxes on residents is hard. So the solution could be indirectly taxiing visitors via a potential tax hike targeting Honolulu hotels. … [Read more...] about Potential Tax Hike Targeting Honolulu Hotels