Months after suspending them due to the pandemic, Marriott reinstates Elite guarantees. What's more, they've announced a slew of new benefits and promotions with an eye on retaining members for the expected return of travel in 2022. … [Read more...] about Marriott Reinstates Elite Guarantees + Adds Benefits
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Walk-In Entry No Longer Permitted at Hanauma Bay
Heads up! Walk-in entry no longer permitted at Hanauma Bay due to a multitude of safety concerns. This restriction will remain in place until the City & County of Honolulu can implement a new online reservation system. … [Read more...] about Walk-In Entry No Longer Permitted at Hanauma Bay
Ohana by Hawaiian to Suspend All Service
Back in October Hawaiian announced that it planned to suspend service at its commuter subsidiary, Ohana. However, the DOT overruled them citing essential air service requirements. Now, though, the DOT has issued a new ruling allowing Ohana by Hawaiian to suspend all service soon. … [Read more...] about Ohana by Hawaiian to Suspend All Service
Hawaii Suspends Surfing Competitions
Surf and surf competitions are hallmarks of winter in Hawaii. However, this winter isn't your typical kind of winter. Big crowds are not a good idea at the moment. So, thanks to rising rates of infection in the islands, Hawaii suspends surfing competitions indefinitely to curtail large gatherings. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Suspends Surfing Competitions
Maui Reinstates Restrictions on Restaurants
For months now, Maui has seen very low levels of infection. But, with the holidays, that changed. Average daily infection numbers jumped by over 100% from low, single-digits, to about 23 per day according to the latest figures. So, as a result, Maui reinstates restrictions on restaurants and gatherings to curb the spread. … [Read more...] about Maui Reinstates Restrictions on Restaurants
Kauai Rejoins Inter-Island Pre-Travel Testing Program
Back in December, Kauai suspended its participation in the Hawaii Safe Travels program. However, the Garden Isle is slowly opening itself back up again as Kauai rejoins the inter-island pre-travel testing program. … [Read more...] about Kauai Rejoins Inter-Island Pre-Travel Testing Program