Ludwig Laab/Civil Beat/2021
Here’s How County Leaders Think Maui Can Get Tourism Under Control
In a 418-page report, a group outlined a dozen ways to prevent the island from being overrun with visitors.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hawaii Considers Ban Of Small Toiletry Bottles At Hotels
State lawmakers hope a ban will reduce the amount of plastic going to landfills.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Hawaii To Tourists: Malama Our Land And Culture. Tourists: What’s ‘Malama’?
Eight months after the Hawaii Tourism Authority shifted the focus of its branding effort, our unscientific survey found most tourists are still unfamiliar with its message.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Hawaii Tourism Officials Are Seeking ‘Mindful, Respectful And High-Value Travelers’
The state tourism authority is asking the Legislature for funding to rebrand Hawaii and attract visitors who might volunteer to plant trees, clean beaches and care for taro patches.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
House Finance Committee Members Grill Tourism Officials On Budget Request
The Hawaii Tourism Authority is asking for $150.5 million for operations and to repair the Hawaii Convention Center roof.
Stewart Yerton/Civil Beat /2021
Vacation Rental Bill Could Starve Windward Businesses That Cater To Tourists
Already suffering from Covid-19’s blow to tourism and the continuing shutdown of travel from Japan, small businesses in Kailua are bracing for the impact of a bill to crack down on illegal short-term rentals.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Report: Hotels Used Large Amounts Of Power And Water During Shutdown
Even with relatively few guests, hotels used 8.7% of the electricity consumed on Oahu in 2020.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
Can Farm Tours, Bird-Watchers and Storytellers Save Hawaii Tourism?
“Regenerative tourism” is the new buzz phrase. But what does it mean? And can it create goodwill for a beleaguered industry?
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Lanai Council Considers Resident-Only Beach Park Access
Crowds at the popular beach park fronting Lanai’s crescent-shaped Hulopoe Bay have sparked tensions between local residents and tourists.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
Hawaiian Airlines Debuts In-Flight ‘Travel Pono’ Crash Course
A five-minute video on the do’s and don’ts of visiting Hawaii will play prior to landing on trans-Pacific flights.