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The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) announced it has hired 5 new Destination Managers, a new Contract and Administrative Manager, a new Brand Manager for Sports Tourism, and a new Planner. None of the titles include words like Interim or Acting, so it is presumed they were hired on a permanent basis. SOURCE: Has Hawaii Tourism Authority Lack of Hiring Permanency Added to Crises? BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More

No Aloha for two German girls when they wanted to start a three-week dream vacation in Hawaii. They were arrested for the first time in their life at Honolulu International Airport after being intimidated by U.S. Immigration. SOURCE: German Tourists in Hawaii Handcuffed, Strip-Searched, Jailed, and Deported BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More

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

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

A coordinated scam unlawfully offers heavily discounted tours and tickets for various attractions in Hawaii, including state parks, the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, whale watching, snorkeling, scuba diving, and other activities. SOURCE: Hawaii Tourism Warns of Sophisticated Chinese Chargeback Fraud BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More

The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) appointed two new board members. Roberts Hawaiʻi Inc. President and CEO Roy Pfund and ILWU Local 142 President Chris West – to serve on its Board of Directors. SOURCE: Hawaii Tourism Authority Appoints New Board Members BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More

US Coast Guard Air Station Barbers Point and Coast Guard Station Kauai responded to a charter helicopter crash off the Nā Pali Coast on the Island of Kauai, Hawaii, USA. SOURCE: Deadly Tour Helicopter Crash on Kauai BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More

An occasional meal at a restaurant will not significantly impact your vacation budget, however, the costs can accumulate quickly. SOURCE: Traveling to Hawaii? Bring Lots of Money for Dining Out! BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More

Tourism promotion in Hawaii has been more sustainable, more community-oriented, and less to promote visitors to come to Hawaii in large numbers and spend money. The Hawaii Tourism Authority is trying to create a more regenerative and culturally respectful tourism model in Hawaiʻi. SOURCE: A Regenerative Tourism Experience Made in Hawaii BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More

Aaron brings extensive experience as a highly accomplished leader and cultural advisor, whose impactful, innovative work in Hawaii’s visitor industry and beyond has no bounds. SOURCE: New President and CEO at Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More

The three-year Japan-Hawaii collaboration is set to begin on January 1, 2025, and will run until December 31, 2027. SOURCE: Hawaii Tourism Targets Business Events from Japan BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More

Continuing its effort to strengthen the Japanese visitor market for the Hawaiian Islands, the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) today announced three major new partnerships for its Qurator certification program. SOURCE: Qurator Certification for Japan’s Three Largest Tour Operators BY: eTurboNews | eTN   Read More

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