Latest tourism & hospitality news and updates
The Mele Manaka 2025 Community Fair, hosted at the SCP Hilo Hotel during Merrie Monarch week, offers a prime opportunity for local vendors and businesses to connect with tourists, boost visibility, and drive economic activity in Hilo, Hawaii.
Earth Day highlights the importance of connecting sustainability with business in Hawaii. The farm-to-table movement offers significant opportunities for the tourism and hospitality industries by promoting local agriculture and providing authentic visitor experiences.
Over 50 wine professionals gathered in Hawaii for blind tastings and seminars led by master sommeliers, signaling a maturing wine market and opportunities for enhanced hospitality offerings. This event highlights the need for local businesses to invest in wine education and diversify their selections to meet the demands of increasingly knowledgeable consumers.
A recent surge in dengue fever cases in Hawaii, stemming from travel, has prompted health officials to urge greater vigilance. This development poses potential challenges to the state's vital tourism and hospitality sectors.
Alaska Airlines is reshaping its flight network, reducing some domestic routes while increasing international connections by partnering with Hawaiian Airlines, which has significant implications for tourism and travel in Hawaii.
The deportation of tourists from Hawaii sparked significant reaction, revealing the potential impact on visitor sentiment and the tourism-dependent economy. The incident highlights the need for clear communication, robust crisis management, and a balanced approach to welcoming visitors while maintaining standards.
The ongoing eruption of Kilauea volcano presents both challenges and opportunities for Hawaii's tourism and hospitality sectors. Businesses must adapt to potential disruptions while finding ways to capitalize on interest in the volcanic activity while ensuring visitor safety and environmental responsibility, and weather patterns.
Hawaiian Airlines' terminal overhauls across the country, coupled with its strategic partnership with Alaska Airlines, are poised to change the landscape for Hawaii's tourism. These changes will impact travel logistics and consumer behavior, requiring adaptive strategies from businesses throughout the hospitality sector.
The report of a severe dengue case in Hawaii highlights potential health challenges for the tourism sector and local workforce. Businesses need to consider the impact of these risks on their operations, from health protocols to workforce productivity.
Haleakalā National Park's search for subject matter experts to develop Hawaiian-language content offers exciting opportunities for local businesses and cultural specialists, potentially boosting Hawaii's tourism industry by injecting authenticity into the visitor experience.
The Maui Marathon and its accompanying expo are set to boost tourism and provide economic benefits to local businesses by driving visitors to the area. This event, hosted at the Westin Maui Resort & Spa, underscores the importance of such events for sustaining Hawaii's tourism sector.
The upcoming changes to Southwest Airlines' free premium seating on Hawaii flights will affect both tourists and the businesses that depend on them. This shift will likely result in higher travel costs with widespread effects.
The resumption of Kilauea's eruption presents both opportunities and challenges for Hawaii's tourism sector. Businesses, especially on the Big Island, face potential disruptions that necessitate proactive planning, risk management, and effective communication strategies while managing the increased interest in the natural spectacle.
Hawaiian Airlines' strategic move away from congested terminals at LAX is set to significantly improve the travel experience for visitors to Hawaii, potentially boosting the tourism sector and creating new opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs in the state.
Travelers attending the Merrie Monarch Festival are reminded of ʻōhiʻa quarantine to prevent the spread of rapid ʻōhiʻa death (ROD), emphasizing the importance of environmental stewardship for Hawaii's tourism and hospitality sectors. This includes educational efforts for businesses, compliance for travelers, and a long-term focus on Hawaii’s ecosystem preservation.