Recently, Hawaii has been really lucky. We haven't been hit by a hurricane in YEARS and have only had a couple of close calls the past few years. However, the Central Pacific Hurrican Season 2023 could be different. … [Read more...] about Central Pacific Hurricane Season 2023
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West Coast Arrivals are Slipping
Ever since Hawaii reopened to visitors, domestic tourists have been the lifeblood of our tourism economy. Mind you; the Western U.S. has always been Hawaii's most important market. However, West Coast arrivals are slipping, and that has officials worried. … [Read more...] about West Coast Arrivals are Slipping
We Could Be in a Mass Extinction Event
There's no doubt that wildlife isn't doing well. But a new study by researchers at the School of Biological Sciences at Queen's University Belfast suggests that we could be in a mass extinction event right now, making the plight ouf our planet worse than originally thought. … [Read more...] about We Could Be in a Mass Extinction Event
Aloha Pualani!
No, this isn't a post about Hawaiian Airlines or Aloha Airlines. Rather, Aloha Pualani is about the departure of Ka'iwi's latest pup and the reopening of the stretch of popular beach that the duo has been occupying. … [Read more...] about Aloha Pualani!
Disney Aulani Partners with HPU
No, this partnership isn't about helping to train the next generation of travel industry majors. Instead, Disney Aulani partners with HPU to help with conservation research at the university's Oceanic Institute. And, no, they aren't just donating money for research - they're directly involved. … [Read more...] about Disney Aulani Partners with HPU
Hawaii Hotel Occupancy Drops in April 2023
As we begin to dip into a summer of unknown travel performance, Hawaii hotel occupancy drops in April 2023. Unsurprisingly, with a drop in occupancy, we also saw a drop in the average daily rate (ADR) last month, too. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotel Occupancy Drops in April 2023
Hawaii 2023 Green Fee Fails
A tourism impact fee has been up for discussion in the islands for some time now. However, despite strong public support, the Hawaii 2023 Green Fee fails to make it out of the Legislature. Such is how things work in Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Hawaii 2023 Green Fee Fails
The Matcha Bar at Obake Honolulu
I was devastated when Kaimuki's HeiHo House closed. Thankfully, many of those involved reappeared at Obake Honolulu. This past weekend, the Mrs. and I went to check out their daytime Matcha Bar at Obake Honolulu. … [Read more...] about The Matcha Bar at Obake Honolulu
Do Your Research Before Heading Out
A slew of rescues spaced close together has Honolulu officials reminding people about trail safety. However, to me, the issue is more that you need to do your research before heading out, so you can better decide if you should even attempt a hike and, if you do, how to best prepare for it. … [Read more...] about Do Your Research Before Heading Out
Hawaii Hotel Performance in March 2023
Despite increasingly uncertain economic conditions, Hawaii hotel performance in March 2023 held steady month-over-month. That means that domestic demand appears to be holding, as Japanese visitors have yet to make their return. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotel Performance in March 2023