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Hawaii Mauna Kea in Top 10 Destinations for Solar Eclipse Watchers 

Juergen Steinmetz
Mauna Kea in Hawaii is recognized as the fourth premier destination globally for observing stars and celestial phenomena. Its impressive altitude of nearly 4,000 meters, combined with minimal light pollution, provides an exceptional perspective of the night sky, where visitors frequently witness the Milky Way in its full splendor. SOURCE: Hawaii Mauna Kea in Top 10 Destinations for Solar Eclipse Watchers BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More
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New Interim President & CEO at Hawaii Tourism Authority 

Juergen Steinmetz
The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) has announced that Daniel Nāhoʻopiʻi will end his term as Interim President & CEO on March 21, 2025. According to HTA Bylaws, Caroline Anderson, the Interim Chief Administrative Officer, will take over the responsibilities of Interim President & CEO until the HTA Board appoints a new leader. HTA Board Chair SOURCE: New Interim President & CEO at Hawaii Tourism Authority BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More
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Kīlauea Volcano on Hawai erupts, no danger for tourists 

Juergen Steinmetz
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has reported that Kīlauea Volcano on Hawaiʻi Island is currently experiencing a new eruption within Halemaʻumaʻu crater that began this morning, December 23, 2024. The eruption is currently confined to the crater area and does not pose an immediate threat to public safety. Therefore, travelers should not SOURCE: Kīlauea Volcano on Hawai erupts, no danger for tourists BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More

New Passenger Waiting Area at Maui Kahului Airport 

Juergen Steinmetz
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) held a ceremonial blessing and dedication for the newly expanded passenger waiting area at Kahului Airport (OGG). This newly developed area, which accommodates Gates 1 to 15 in the southern concourse of the airport, was created by merging two existing waiting spaces, each approximately 6,000 square feet, and enclosing SOURCE: New Passenger Waiting Area at Maui Kahului Airport BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More
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Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Furthers Its Commitment To Destination Management

Juergen Steinmetz
 Building on the collaborative implementation of its community-based Destination Management Action Plans (DMAPs) since 2020, the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) is further emphasizing its commitment to balancing tourism’s economic benefits with its impacts. HTA today announced it has begun the process of developing the next iteration of six Destination Management Action Plans to set the strategic direction and management for tourism desired by residents of Hawai‘i Island, Maui, Moloka‘i, Lāna‘i, O‘ahu, and Kaua‘i... Read More
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Waimea Plantation Cottages Resort on Kauai Celebrates 40 Years of Timeless Hawaiian Hospitality in 2024

Juergen Steinmetz
 Waimea Plantation Cottages, nestled on the shores of West Kauai, is excited to announce 2024 as our 40th Anniversary as a historic resort. With roots dating back to 1884, the property has welcomed guests with the charms of authentic Hawaii plantation homes since 1984. “As we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Waimea Plantation Cottages Resort, we are pleased to share our Anniversary Celebration Sale with new and returning guests,” said Gregg Enright, general... Read More