In Hawaii's revolving door of pre-travel testing rules, the Big Island implements new testing requirements for all arriving passengers. What's more, some exempt travelers will now need to test upon arrival too. At the same time, Honolulu's Mayor Kirk Caldwell does have his own suggested changes too. … [Read more...] about The Big Island Implements New Testing Requirements
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Kauai Suspends Pre-Travel Testing – Quarantine Returns
Kauai long enjoyed being COVID-free. But, since Hawaii began its pre-travel testing program, Kauai has seen steady growth in new cases. The island even experienced its first COVID death recently. As a result, Kauai suspends pre-travel testing to help slow the island's rate of infection. … [Read more...] about Kauai Suspends Pre-Travel Testing – Quarantine Returns
Hawaii Surveillance Testing is a Complete Joke
Governor Ige and Lt. Governor Josh Green have long told us to not worry about imported COVID cases because they're monitoring the situation by testing 10% of passengers upon arrival. However, it turns out that Hawaii surveillance testing is a complete joke. Surprised? I'm not. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Surveillance Testing is a Complete Joke
Hawaii Tightens Pre-Travel Testing Requirements
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
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
Hawaii Welcomes Back Japanese Visitors
On November 6, the Japan Pre-Travel Testing Program launched. But, there are still major obstacles with the arrangement. So, even as Hawaii welcomes back Japanese visitors, it really isn't going to help much economically. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Welcomes Back Japanese Visitors
Hawaii Arrival Testing Results + Restaurants Close
Now that we're three weeks into the Pre-Travel Testing Program, let's talk Hawaii arrival testing results. Plus, quite a few notable restaurants announced closures over the past few weeks, while some new ones pop up. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Arrival Testing Results + Restaurants Close
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
Hawaii to Begin International Pre-Travel Testing
Hawaii's economy continues to suffer, even with the return of domestic visitors. So, in an effort to bring in even more visitors, Hawaii is to begin international pre-travel testing in early November. … [Read more...] about Hawaii to Begin International Pre-Travel Testing
Big Island Joins Inter-Island Pre-Travel Testing
When the Hawaii Inter-Island Pre-Travel Testing Program launched, following the trans-Pacific version, Hawaii County opted out. But, now, the Big Island joins the inter-island pre-travel testing program. Confused? I am. … [Read more...] about Big Island Joins Inter-Island Pre-Travel Testing