Hawaii News

BUYOUT OF TRUMP INTERNATIONAL HOTEL, WAIKIKI
Trump Hotels and Irongate, the front desk unit owner, announced today that, after over a decade of successful operation, they have come to a mutual agreement for a significant buyout of the hotel management and license agreements for the Trump International Hotel, Waikiki.

Japan Airlines Raises Over $132,000 for Maui Wildfire Relief Efforts
Japan Airlines (JAL) has successfully raised more than $132,000 to support the relief and recovery efforts for communities affected by the devastating wildfires in Maui, which occurred in August 2023. The funds were generated through various fundraising initiatives, including mileage donations and collection boxes placed in Japan and across the U.S., including Hawaii and the mainland.

ANA Marks 25 Years of Connecting Japan and Honolulu, Expands Services
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest 5-Star airline for ten consecutive years, is celebrating in October its 25-year legacy of facilitating connections between travelers and the vibrant destinations of Japan and Honolulu. Since its inaugural flight in 1998, ANA has proudly served millions of passengers on thousands of flights along this route.

FOUR SEASONS RESORT MAUI AT WAILEA WELCOMES THE RETURN OF TRAVELLERS
Led by a new “Maui Strong” offer, visitors are encouraged to come back and give back to the island through thoughtfully curated experiences that connect guests to culture, community, and conservation

Governor Josh Green, M.D. Declares West Maui Communities to Reopen on October 8
Governor Josh Green, M.D., today declared in a statewide address that the West Maui communities of Kā‘anapali, Nāpili, Honokōwai, and Kapalua will fully reopen on Sunday, October 8, two months after the August 8 wildfires that destroyed Lahaina.

Delta to launch new service between Haneda to Honolulu
Launching on Oct. 28, 2023, this route is the first time Delta has offered a service between Haneda and Honolulu after all Tokyo operations were moved from Narita Airport to Haneda in March 2020.

OUTRIGGER Adds Kauai Beach Resort to Portfolio
OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels is pleased to announce the addition of Kauai Beach Resort & Spa in Hawaii. Located in the picturesque town of Lihue on the enchanting ‘Garden Island’ of Kauai, the resort is spread across 25 lush acres (10 ha) of beachfront property and showcases 350 well-appointed guest rooms that offer breathtaking ocean views.

Maui is Open to Respectful Visitors
Maui Ocean Center welcomes guests; assists those impacted by recent wildfires

Governor Green Reaffirms Travel Outside West Maui, Other Hawaiian Islands Is Safe
In addressing a community concern about ensuring the economic well-being of Maui and the state, Governor Josh Green emphasized the importance of travel during yesterday’s news conference.

Maui Wildfires Update
Wildfires have resulted in the evacuations of thousands of residents and visitors, and multiple closures of major roadways on Maui.

Maui and Hawaiʻi Island Wildfire Updates
Wildfires are continuing to burn in multiple areas of Maui and within the Mauna Kea Resort area on Hawaiʻi Island. These fires have resulted in the evacuations of thousands of residents and visitors, and multiple closures of major roadways.

OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels Rides a Wave of Expansion with Maui’s Kā‘anapali Beach Hotel in Hawaii
OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels has finalised its acquisition of the iconic Kā‘anapali Beach Hotel, situated on the sands of world-famous Kā‘anapali Beach – recently ranked as the No. 1 beach in the U.S. and No. 10 Beach in the World by TripAdvisor.