Dave's Hawaii

01/02/2024

Yes the calmest Beach in the world is in Maui!! No surprise!

Looking for peaceful waters? HawaiianIslands.com compiled a list of the calmest waters on the planet.

04/12/2023

Big news for travel to the Hawaiian Islands. Alaska Airlines to purchase Hawaiian Airlines. How will the aquistion affect flights to the Land of Ahoha??

Alaska Air Group Inc. on Sunday announced a plan to acquire Hawaiian Holdings Inc. Alaska’s $1.9 billion offer is almost four times the current price of Hawaiian shares, which have been pummeled this year by the Maui wildfires, high fuel costs and engine recall issues on some of its Airbus SE plan...

10/11/2023

Travel to Maui is open and the Valley Isle is waiting for you. Use the map at the link below to travel responbily to Maui. Mahalo!

23/09/2023

Beware of resort fees in Hawaii based on a percentage of the cost of your room!! Why pay more than another resort guest for the same amenties? Are resort fees getting out of hand? Read the article below for details.

Many travelers feel that hotel resort fees are getting out of control. Here's a new one to look out for.

21/09/2023

The Clear Message on travel to Maui, "Respectful, compassionate, responsible travel to the accessible areas of Maui and the other Hawaiian Islands is welcomed and encouraged, now more than ever." Read the article below for details:

More than a month since the Lahaina wildfires, Hawaii government officials and the Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) are hoping to rebuild travel demand to the island of Maui.

24/08/2023

To Travel or Not to Travel to Maui...that is the question?? Either way, please support those residents of Maui who lost everything in the August wildfires. Read the article below for details:

If you have visited Maui in the past, or plan to travel there, know that you too have a responsibility, writes Dr. Noelani Goodyear-Kaʻōpua.

11/08/2023

Breaking News: All Tourist Travel to Maui halted due to historic wildfires. Read Travel Alert below from the Hawai'i Tourism Authority.

UPDATED: August 10, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. HSTMaui Visitors Relocated Off-IslandThrough the tireless efforts of our airline, hotel, and ground transportation partners, more than 14,000 people were moved off the island of Maui yesterday, August 9, to return home or continue with their vacation elsewhere i...

08/08/2023

Seeing the Hawaiian Islands from the water is must do while visiting the land of Aloha. Read the article below for several popular boat tours.

These are the sunset, whale-watching and scenic cruises that I'd recommend to clients.

29/11/2022

After 38 dormant years, Mauna Loa erupts on the Island of the Hawaii! No evacuations or interruptions of tourist activities announced to date.

The world's largest active volcano began spewing ash and debris from its summit on Sunday night.

29/08/2022

Know before you go in the Post COVID era of tourism in Hawaii:

Native Hawaiians want to raise awareness among travelers about how their visit impacts their homes. Here's what they want you to know before you visit

13/08/2022

Bad news for lava tube fans..Nahuku_Thurston lava tube closed to visitors with no estimated reopening date. Read details below:

The National Park Service said the movement of a rock slab has made the natural attraction unstable and dangerous.

22/07/2022

A gem of private beach area for locals on the Big Island is now protected under Volcanoes National Park.

More than 16,000 acres of white sand beach are now protected thanks to a deal made with Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island.

02/05/2022

Ready to hike historic Diamond Head on Oahu? Well, you will need a reservation starting May 12th!! See details below:

https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/Hiking-Diamond-Head-will-require-a-reservation

Diamond Head State Monument Oahu reservation system Hawaii

04/04/2022

Beginning at 12:01 a.m. on March 26, passengers arriving in Hawai‘i from domestic points of origin will no longer have to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination or provide a pre-travel negative test result. Creating a Safe Travels Program account will also no longer be required, meaning travelers will not have to submit personal and trip information.

This ruling, however, applies only to domestic travelers. International arrivals will still be required to follow federal regulations.

01/03/2022

Festivals are back on the schedule in 2022 for the Hawaiian Islands. A new music festival in Oahu starts off the season on a high note on April 9th at the University of Hawaii-West Oahu campus. View details below:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kani-kuola-annual-uh-system-music-festival-tickets-268242509567

The KANI KŪOLA Annual UH System Music Festival brings one day of free, live-giving music experiences to regional communities statewide.

11/02/2022

No COVID Booster required to visit Hawaii!! Mahalo!

https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/Hawaii-will-not-require-booster-shot-for-full-vaccination

Gov. David Ige said on Wednesday that after some consideration, there are no plans to require a Covid-19 booster shot to be considered fully vaccinated under the state's entry rules.

07/02/2022

Boost up on your vaccination if you want to visit Maui!!

https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/Maui-County-requires-booster-for-full-vaccination

The county, which includes the islands of Maui, Lanai and Molokai, is the first in Hawaii to implement a booster requirement.

17/01/2022

Enjoy a more meaningful and enriching vacation experience in the Islands — and stay an extra night for free — by participating in select voluntourism activities. For more information on Malama Hawaii and the programs participating partners,

https://www.gohawaii.com/malama

No flash player has been set up. Please select a player to play Flash videos. Malama Hawaii Scroll to Continue The most rewarding trip is one that gives back  The Hawaiian Islands itinerary that can change your life isn’t found in any guidebooks. Because what makes the Hawaiian Islands truly spec...

11/01/2022

Great news for travelers interested in visiting the Hawaiian Islands!

https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/Entry-requirements-for-Hawaii-lessened

The state has eliminated the requirement to fill out a health questionnaire prior to arrival and has also cut the quarantine period in half.

30/11/2021

Great news for holiday travel to the Hawaiian Islands!! Finally!

https://www.travelpulse.com/news/destinations/hawaii-to-lift-many-coronavirus-related-restrictions.html

The state is looking to boost the local economy with the full return of travel.

16/11/2021

Here is the latest for travel to Hawaii for both domestic and international travelers.

https://www.mercurynews.com/2021/11/15/travel-to-hawaii-during-covid-19-what-you-need-to-know-before-you-go-2/

If you’re planning to travel to Hawaii, here’s what you’ll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic.

12/11/2021

Carnival pulls cruise ships from sailing Hawaii from remainder of 2021

https://www.cruisehive.com/carnival-cruise-line-cancels-sailing-to-hawaii-from-long-beach/59594

With Hawaii not yet ready to welcome back cruise ships, Carnival Cruise Line cancels its sailing to Hawaii from Long Beach in 2021.

27/10/2021

Go off the beaten path in Oahu!

https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/Insights/Things-to-do-at-Waimea-Falls-Hawaii?utm

The wedge of land on Oahu's North Shore is rich in Hawaiian history and culture and home to botanical garden with 5,000 different types of plants.

23/10/2021

Excellent article on off the beaten path attractions in Hawaii to avoid the crowds!! Time to travel to the Hawaiian Islands!

https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/Clients-looking-to-avoid-crowds-in-Hawaii-Book-these-attractions-instead

The Islands are home to many lesser-known but equally awe-inspiring attractions, parks and experiences that serve as worthy replacements for the booked-up items on a client's bucket list.

23/10/2021

The Governor of Hawaii welcomes back tourists starting Nov 1st although no official mandate against visitors was even in place

https://www.forbes.com/sites/willmcgough/2021/10/20/hawaii-travel-update-governor-gives-all-clear-for-tourists-to-return-november-1

Finally, some good news!

13/10/2021

Kilauea is erupting again on the Island of Hawaii!! Find out the best viewing locations in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park in the article below:

https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/How-to-safely-view-the-latest-Kilauea-eruption

The volcano at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park started erupting again on Sept. 29.

28/09/2021

After a busy summer of tourism, Hawaii takes step back for fall and winter travel. The expected return to normalcy is on hold in definitely.

https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/Insights/Delta-variant-destination-weddings-in-Hawaii

What looked like a lucrative fall for destination wedding venues and suppliers in the Islands was brought to a halt by new restrictions triggered by the spread of the Covid strain.

25/08/2021

No changes to Hawaii's safe travel program but the Governor of the Hawaiian Islands urges tourists to stay away.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/news/2021/08/23/hawaii-governor-david-ige-tourism-covid-surge-delta-variant/8251722002/

Hawaii Gov. David Ige on Monday urged tourists not to visit the popular destination through October due to a surge in COVID-19 cases in the state.