With infections and hospitalizations falling to levels not seen since before the Delta-variant fueled surge, the Valley Isle is now following Oahu's lead. Yup, just as Hawaii's most populous island, Maui loosens restrictions too. … [Read more...] about Maui Loosens Restrictions
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Maui Sugar Museum Plans Expansion
Back in December 2016, the Pu'unene Sugar Mill in Central Maui shut down after 145 years processed its last crop of sugar cane. However, the mill's legacy lives on at the Pu'unene Sugar Museum. And, now, we get news that the Maui Sugar Museum plans an expansion with new exhibits on the way. … [Read more...] about Maui Sugar Museum Plans Expansion
Maui Safer Outside Begins Today
The other week, I reported on new safety measures coming to the Valley Isle called Maui Health Pass. Well, county officials decided to change the program's name. The now Maui Safer Outside begins today, bringing with it a bevy of new restrictions. … [Read more...] about Maui Safer Outside Begins Today
Maui County Cracks Down on Illegal Vacation Rentals
As I've said many times already, over-tourism is a major issue right now in Hawaii. As it turns out, though, it's not because there are too many hotels here. No, rather, the issue seems to be vacation rentals. To remedy this, Maui County cracks down on illegal vacation rentals. … [Read more...] about Maui County Cracks Down on Illegal Vacation Rentals
Most Hawaii Airport Modernization Projects Nearly Done
With travel to Hawaii surging back to levels higher than before the pandemic, Hawaii's airport inadequate infrastructure is becoming increasingly evident. So it's good, then, that most Hawaii airport modernization projects are nearly done. … [Read more...] about Most Hawaii Airport Modernization Projects Nearly Done
Get Ready for Higher Hotel Taxes in Hawaii
A while back, I reported on Hawaii House Bill 862. Much maligned by the visitor industry, HB 862 came with several blows. Unfortunately, the most impactful of these for the general public is changes to Hawaii's Transient Accommodations Tax. So, get ready for higher hotel taxes in Hawaii soon. … [Read more...] about Get Ready for Higher Hotel Taxes in Hawaii
Maui Sugar Cane Train is For Sale
While I theorized that the Lahaina, Kaanapali, and Pacific Railroad was done for last year, the fact that the Maui Sugar Cane Train is for sale now all but confirms my theory. And, no, this isn't a sale of the railroad as a going concern, as the listing all but confirms its demise. … [Read more...] about Maui Sugar Cane Train is For Sale
HTA to Help Counties Cope with Car Shortage
Even though visitor arrivals are nearing pre-pandemic, Hawaii continues to struggle with pandemic-related issues. One of the biggest of these, of course, is the total lack of rental cars. As a result, the HTA is to help counties cope with the car shortage. … [Read more...] about HTA to Help Counties Cope with Car Shortage
Vaccinated Travelers Can Skip Maui Arrival Test
Maui is about to implement a post-arrival testing program. However, Mayor Mike Victorino recently announced that vaccinated travelers can skip the Maui arrival test. That should help save a lot of time upon arrival. … [Read more...] about Vaccinated Travelers Can Skip Maui Arrival Test
Maui County Considering Restricting Beach Access
Visitors surging back is, undoubtedly, good for Hawaii's economy. But having experienced a less congested lifestyle, combined with long-standing questions about balanced tourism, officials in Maui County are considering restricting beach access. … [Read more...] about Maui County Considering Restricting Beach Access
