Posts by AlohaBruce
Hawaii Shutdown averted – Here’s what almost happened!
Should there be any question about how a US government and Hawaii shutdown would affect Hawaii’s National Parks and the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, the National Parks Service has made clear what the impact will be at the top of the homepage of each of its Hawaii destinations. “Had the funding lapsed National Parks in…
Read MoreHawaii in October – Upcoming Events for 2023
We always urge our visitors to immerse themselves in Hawaii’s vibrant events and activities during their stay. Often, you’ll find that many of these experiences come at no cost! Here’s a curated list for October. Ensure you weave some delightful cultural encounters into your itinerary for a truly enriching Hawaiian adventure! October 13-15 , 2023…
Read MoreIam Tongi Returns to Hawaii For Concert
You don’t want to miss this concert if you’re in Oahu or Maui at the beginning of December. “Yessah: Iam Tongi Returns to Hawaii” on Dec. 9 at the 7,000-seat Blaisdell Arena in Honolulu. On Maui, he will be appearing on December 12-13 at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center. Local Roots Iam Tongi, originally…
Read MoreRomer Waikiki at The Ambassador Opens October 1st
Stepping onto an island always evokes a sense of wonder. While there are countless ways to explore Waikiki, the real essence lies in the tales, traditions, and treasures shared by its very own people. And that’s precisely what the Romer Waikiki at The Ambassador promises its guests – an authentic neighborhood experience. Imagine checking into…
Read MoreWest Maui: Local Hawaii Travel Advisor Weighs In
UPDATE 12/07/2023: https://www.hawaii-aloha.com/podcast/is-maui-tourism-recovering/ With Lahaina currently out of the equation, is West Maui still a viable option for a Maui vacation? From my perspective, the concise response would be “Not yet.” I find it challenging to recommend West Maui to clients until we understand what they’ll be stepping into upon arrival. You’ve likely been inundated…
Read MoreWest Maui Set to Re-Open
In a recent statewide announcement, Governor Josh Green, M.D. has revealed that the West Maui regions of Kā‘anapali, Nāpili, Honokōwai, and Kapalua are slated to reopen on Sunday, October 8. This comes two months post the devastating wildfires of August 8 that wreaked havoc in Lahaina. The people of Hawai‘i and visitors are urged to…
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