Paula Dobbyn/Civil Beat/2022
This Stunning Big Island Valley Is Drawing Bigger Crowds — And Controversy
Concerns about public safety and disrespect of cultural sites and private property are mounting, but so far a workable solution has been elusive.
Denby Fawcett/Civil Beat/2022
Many Tourists Unaware Of New Diamond Head Reservation System On First Day
The system is designed to relieve crowding at the popular hiking trail but it may take some time to work out the kinks.
Kamehameha Schools/2022
Kamehameha Schools Wants To Build A Culturally Sensitive Boutique Resort On The Big Island
Members of the public are concerned about increased traffic and tourist pressure on Keauhou Bay as well as the proposed removal of a popular beach volleyball court.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2017
Ige Seeks To Persuade Japan That Hawaii Is Safe For Travel
The governor will travel to Japan next week to promote a return of visitors from Hawaii’s third-largest tourist market.
Denby Fawcett/Civil Beat/2021
Denby Fawcett: Want Tourists To Care For Our Land? Set An Example
The state has started asking tourists to malama the aina, but there’s plenty of evidence that residents have not taken that message to heart.
Ludwig Laab/Civil Beat/2021
Hawaiian Airlines Is Taking Off As Travel Restrictions Ease
After bleeding more than $4 million per day during the pandemic, the state’s dominant air carrier and linchpin of the tourism industry forecast a positive cash flow by summer.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Big Island Residents Sue Mayor And Public Works Director Over Waipio Road Closure
The complaint says Mayor Mitch Roth relied on a flawed engineering report that exaggerated the risks of falling rocks to pedestrians and motorists.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hawaii Tourism Plan Focuses On Marketing, Not Management
The Hawaii Tourism Authority’s $35 million tourism marketing and management contract will guide how the state presents itself to U.S. travelers.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Honolulu Council Votes To Rein In Short-Term Rentals
The bill, which passed 8-1, would raise the minimum booking period from 30 to 90 days. Opponents argued it unfairly favors the hotel industry.
Courtesy: Ed Johnston
Waipio Valley Road Closure Prompts Community Organizing, Legal Action
The road closure, which took many by surprise, has provoked emotional divisions among diverse groups of people who use the valley.