On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 epidemic a pandemic. Soon after, life as we knew it came to a screeching halt. Here in Hawaii, though, things changed a little later than elsewhere. So let's talk about how things have been going over what's essentially been a lost year. … [Read more...] about A Lost Year – One Year of Pandemic Living
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Hawaii Shortens Its Quarantine Period
On Wednesday night, Governor David Ige announced a new emergency proclamation. As a result of his new orders, Hawaii shortens its quarantine period for those that choose not to obtain a pre-travel test. However, the new, shorter quarantine period isn't drastically shorter than the old one. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Shortens Its Quarantine Period
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 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
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
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
Oahu Lockdown 2.0 Has Been Extended
Oahu was supposed to return to limited reopening on Thursday. However, numbers remained consistently above 200 over the past two weeks so Oahu lockdown 2.0 has been extended for an additional two weeks - with modifications. … [Read more...] about Oahu Lockdown 2.0 Has Been Extended
Oahu Reinstates Lockdowns + Uses Quarantine Hotels
Yesterday, Mayor Kirk Caldwell, Governor David Ige, and Lt. Governor Josh Green were joined by Surgeon General Jerome Adams. The purpose? To announce surge testing efforts as Oahu reinstates lockdowns. … [Read more...] about Oahu Reinstates Lockdowns + Uses Quarantine Hotels
If Hawaii Opens Will Tourists Return?
The U.S. is still leading the world in the number of COVID-19 cases and deaths. Demand for travel is still at historic lows. So, it begs the questions - if Hawaii opens will tourists return? … [Read more...] about If Hawaii Opens Will Tourists Return?
Maui and Kauai Considers Resort Bubbles
With Hawaii's quarantine now in effect until at least October 1, Maui and Kauai considers resort bubbles. Such a concept solves a lot of problems we're currently experiencing. But, will visitors go for it? … [Read more...] about Maui and Kauai Considers Resort Bubbles