Japan recently reopened to certain visitors. As we all know, this wasn't a full reopening, as visiting comes with numerous caveats. Apparently, that wasn't enough for them, as Japan made visiting even more difficult. … [Read more...] about Japan Made Visiting Even More Difficult
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US Eliminates Pre-Entry Testing
Nearly 18 months after the initiative began, the US eliminates pre-entry testing, helping to further normalize travel. The move should also reduce at least some of the anxiety surrounding travel to the US for both visitors and returning residents alike. … [Read more...] about US Eliminates Pre-Entry Testing
Hawaii Safe Travels and Mask Mandate End Tonight
As previously announced, Hawaii Safe Travels and mask mandate end tonight. However, you'll still need to pack your mask on your next trip to Hawaii - at least for now. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Safe Travels and Mask Mandate End Tonight
Hawaii Mask Mandate Ends March 25
Recently, Governor David Ige announced that he would allow Hawaii Safe Travels to expire on March 25. At the time, he said he needed more time to mull other portions of his order. Well, it looks like he's made up his mind now as the Hawaii mask mandate ends on March 25. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Mask Mandate Ends March 25
Hawaii Safe Travels to End on March 25
In October 2020, Hawaii launched its first pre-travel testing program. That program later adopted a vaccination exemption and became Hawaii Safe Travels. But now, just under a year-and-a-half later, Hawaii Safe Travels is to end on March 25. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Safe Travels to End on March 25
Safe Access Oahu Ending on March 5
For about five months now, proof of vaccination has been a requirement to dine-in at Oahu restaurants and bars and enter gyms. However, that'll change soon, as statements from Mayor Rick Blangiardin point to Safe Access Oahu ending on March 5. … [Read more...] about Safe Access Oahu Ending on March 5
No Booster Requirement for Hawaii Safe Travels
Despite stating he'd make the change just weeks ago, Governor David Ige now says no booster requirement for Hawaii Safe Travels. In fact, the entire program is at risk of shutting down prematurely. … [Read more...] about No Booster Requirement for Hawaii Safe Travels
Review: Abbott BinaxNOW COVID Test
At-home COVID tests are more relevant than ever now thanks to the incredibly infectious Omicron variant. To-date, I've only had experience with the InteliSwab at-home test. However, recently, I gave the Abbott BinaxNOW COVID test a try. And I gotta say, it's similar but different than the IntelliSwab. … [Read more...] about Review: Abbott BinaxNOW COVID Test
Honolulu Mayor Implements Laughable New Restriction
It's no secret that Mayor Rick Blangiardi is vehemently against many pandemic control measures. Yet, Hawaii is amid its worst surge ever. So, the Honolulu Mayor implements a laughable new restriction in an attempt to appease naysayers. But, really, who is he kidding? … [Read more...] about Honolulu Mayor Implements Laughable New Restriction
Hawaii Safe Travels Eliminates Pesky Questionnaire
Yesterday, the State of Hawaii announced adjustments to its pandemic travel control measures. One of these changes halves the mandatory quarantine period. Plus, Hawaii Safe Travels eliminates its pesky questionnaire, easing the pre-departure process. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Safe Travels Eliminates Pesky Questionnaire