COVID-19 has had a profound impact on the way in which we live our lives. And, of course, and unfortunate side effect of the pandemic has been the economic one. As a result, Hawaii restaurants begin closing permanently. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Restaurants Begin Closing Permanently
Novel Coronavirus
How Hospitals in Hawaii Stack Up
The other day, a fellow blogger wrote about the Maldives reopening, as well as the state of their medical system. So, that got me wondering how hospitals in Hawaii stack up? After all, we're in a similar predicament. … [Read more...] about How Hospitals in Hawaii Stack Up
Hawaii Quarantine Orders Extended Beyond June
If you were hoping to travel to Hawaii in July, think again. Hawaii Governor David Ige extended quarantine orders beyond June yesterday during a televised, virtual panel discussion with county majors. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Quarantine Orders Extended Beyond June
Most Hawaii Hotels Begin Issuing One-Time Use Keys
Last week, Hawaii lawmakers threw out some interesting quarantine enforcement ideas. Well, it appears one of those ideas is being implemented as most Hawaii hotels begin issuing one-time use keys. … [Read more...] about Most Hawaii Hotels Begin Issuing One-Time Use Keys
Why Are People Still Traveling for Leisure?!
Yesterday, local authorities said visitor arrivals in Hawaii are on the rise. And that beg's the question - why are people still traveling for leisure?! Stay home and flatten that curve, dammit!! … [Read more...] about Why Are People Still Traveling for Leisure?!
Travel Blogging During a Global Pandemic
To say things have been anything but normal is an understatement. And, given my commitment to shelter in place, I think it's fair to let you guys know what travel blogging during a global pandemic will look like from me. … [Read more...] about Travel Blogging During a Global Pandemic
More Reasons to Not Come to Hawaii Right Now
For whatever reason, people are still arriving in Hawaii en mass for spring break. So, let's talk about more reasons to not come to Hawaii right now. You know, besides the obvious, pandemic-related reasons. … [Read more...] about More Reasons to Not Come to Hawaii Right Now
Hawaii Says Stay Away + Vegas is Closed for Business
Yup, COVID-19 is still continuing to spread across the US and most of the rest of the world. As a result, Hawaii says stay away to all visitors, while Vegas is officially closed for business. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Says Stay Away + Vegas is Closed for Business
Hotels and COVID-19: What You Need to Know
So far, all my coronavirus coverage has revolved around airlines. But, hotels (obviously) play a large role in travel too. So here's what you need to know about hotels and COVID-19. That said, airlines are loosening rules more too. … [Read more...] about Hotels and COVID-19: What You Need to Know
Korean Carriers Reduce Hawaii Capacity
New COVID-19 cases continue to appear at a rate of several hundred per day. That outpaces China's rate of new cases! And, as a result, Korean carriers reduce Hawaii capacity - FINALLY. … [Read more...] about Korean Carriers Reduce Hawaii Capacity