Podcasts about hawaii tourism

How is the rise in tourism affecting manta rays in Hawaii? Martina Wing shares her firsthand experience with the challenges of growing tourism and its impact on manta ray populations. Learn how Martina is working to protect these majestic creatures and what needs to change to ensure their survival. This eye-opening conversation reveals the delicate balance between eco-tourism and marine conservation. Websites: www.MantaRayAdvocates.com www.HawaiiOceanWatch.org Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers program.   Do you want to join my Ocean Community? Sign Up for Updates on the process: www.speakupforblue.com/oceanapp   Sign up for our Newsletter: http://www.speakupforblue.com/newsletter   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube  

Visitor industry leaders join "Spotlight Now" as the Hawaii Tourism conference gets underway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find the best beach for your tropical Hawaiian vacation with the new Top 10 list from the Hawaiian Island Travel Network! To read the full list, visit https://hawaiianislandtravel.net/hawaii-beach-vacation-top-10-hawaii-beaches/ Hawaiian Island Travel Network City: Kailua-Kona Address: 75-5737 Kuakini Hwy # 102 Website https://hawaiianislandtravel.net/ Phone +1-800-556-4480 Email info@hawaiiislandtravel.net

In August, deadly wildfires swept through parts of Hawaii, specifically Maui and the Big Island. On Maui, the wildfires spread to the historical town of Lahaina. Around 100 people died, homes, businesses and hotels were destroyed, and that section of the island had been shut off to visitors.  But the rebuilding and recovery process has been ongoing, and Gov. Josh Green proclaimed those sections of West Maui “open” again to tourism as of Oct. 8. And today we've brought together three Hawaii tourism experts: Our contributing editor for Hawaii, Christine Hitt; Kathy Takushi, the owner of Maui-based travel agency Captivating Journeys; and Ilihia Gionson, the public affairs office at the Hawaii Tourism Authority, to talk about the island's approach to reopening and whether travelers should go to West Maui. In this informative and emotional episode, we talk about responsible tourism -- the right way for people to approach travel to those impacted areas. What to say to visitors who may feel apprehensive about going. The aloha spirit that's so unique to Hawaii. And concerns about overtourism: Could Lahaina's closure mean crowds in other parts of the island? Episode sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Air France/KLM Royal Dutch Airlines https://www.afkl.biz Stay on after this episode for a bonus interview with Charlotte Bowman, sales development director for Air France/KLM, and Mary Pat Sullivan, the executive vice president of marketing and partnerships for Travel Weekly and the Northstar Travel Group. Additional links and coverage: Support for Maui wildfire relief: https://www.mauinuistrong.info/ Hawaii Tourism: https://gohawaii.com Captivating Journeys: https://captivatingjourneys.com/ Reports by contributing editor Christine Hitt: In the aftermath of Maui fires, an agency owner looks ahead https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/In-aftermath-of-fires-Maui-agency-owner-looks-ahead?ct=hawaii West Maui's phased reopening takes place https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/West-Maui-phased-reopening A new plan for Maui's recovery https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/Insights/Maui-travel-recovery-plan Understanding the economic impact of the Maui fires https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/Insights/Understanding-the-economic-impact-of-the-Maui-fires Additional Travel Weekly reports on Maui fires: A visit to Maui, a month after the fires https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/Aloha-and-welcoming-hospitality-for-visitors-on-Maui Reopening Maui hotels focus on locals https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/Reopening-Maui-hotels-focus-on-supporting-locals Maui hotels launch promotions to stimulate tourism recovery https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Hotel-News/Maui-hotels-launch-promotions-stimulate-tourism-recovery    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I first discuss the the latest trending news in travel, including the tragic situation in Israel and how it has impacted travel, the safest places to travel this fall, cruise pricing on the rise, and much more.  Later, I interview Ilihia Gionson, Public Affairs Officer for the Hawaii Tourism Authority.  Gionson provides updates on the phases of West Maui's reopening for tourism, as well as what travelers can expect and how they can help.  The interview around West Maui begins just after the 12-minute mark.  Today's episode sponsor: Palladium Hotel Group.  Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa stands as a luxurious haven nestled on the captivating northern coast of Jamaica. The recent refurbishment includes  the 537 recently renovated suites, 48 of which include a private pool and terrace, an ideal ambiance for relaxation. The Infinity Saloon Bar, the focal point of Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa was also redesigned. This bar offers breathtaking 180º views of the Caribbean Sea and hosts live music and entertaining shows. Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa is an enchanting destination nestled along the shores of Mexico's Riviera Maya. Guests at the Grand Palladium Kantenah are treated to a wide array of amenities and activities. Grand Palladium Kantenah, whose reopening is scheduled for December 2023, will debut Family Selection in Riviera Maya. These unique spaces were designed with traveling families in mind, where guests can enjoy special amenities and personalized attention, ideal for those seeking a premium experience with activities for adults and children. Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kentucky and Missouri are recovering from deadly tornadoes, a federal court ruling was heard in North Carolina over toxic water waste and lawmakers in Hawaii may charge tourism fees.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HBL and Supporters Make BikeEd Happen. The host for this show is Peter Rosegg. The guests are Harzali Hashim and Malia Harunaga. The Engineers Advisory Council of the Hawaii Tourism and Lodging Association donated and helped assemble new kids bikes for Hawaii Bicycling League's great BikeEd program. Plenty of opportunities for more support to make our streets safer for all. The ThinkTech YouTube Playlist for this show is https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQpkwcNJny6kU_cZUnGeflQymC9FfbEqt Please visit our ThinkTech website at https://thinktechhawaii.com and see our Think Tech Advisories at https://thinktechadvisories.blogspot.com.

In this episode, I teach you the correct pronunciation of Hawaii, I let you know what the residents of Hawaii think of tourism and the negative effects of tourism, I tell two true crime stories that relate to the show AND I have a very special CHAOTIC AND PSYCHO guest join me! Oh and I also let you know which show I will be covering for Season 7 and trust me it's a Spo00ky 0ookie one (insert creepy whistling here).  Here are my sources or whatever:  Hawaii overtourism: Residents beg tourists to stop visiting amid post-pandemic boom: https://www.euronews.com/travel/amp/2022/05/03/hawaiian-overtourism-residents-beg-tourists-to-stop-visiting-amid-post-pandemic-boom THE WHITE LOTUS, HAWAII TOURISM, AND OUR STRANGE IDEAS OF PARADISE: https://www.janicegreenwood.com/2021/08/the-white-lotus-hawaii-tourism-and-our-strange-ideas-of-paradise/#:~:text=While%20The%20White%20Lotus%20is%20an%20excellent%20and,kind%20of%20cultural%20violence.%20I%20live%20in%20Waikiki American accused of killing hotel worker in Anguilla sues resort company: https://abcnews.go.com/International/american-accused-killing-hotel-worker-anguilla-sues-resort/story?id=68293040 Kim Kardashian West robbery suspects picked up by French police: https://www.cnn.com/2017/01/09/europe/kim-kardashian-west-paris-robbery/index.html Also, I'm taking two weeks off to prepare for Season 7. Deal with it. Thanks.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thatshoweffedmeup/support

2022 a Year Full of Optimism and Hope. The host for this show is Jon Conching. Just when it appeared that the world was opening up for travel and that blue skies were literally ahead of us, the ominous appearance of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 has reared its head to say "not so fast." Since then, a number of countries have reinstated stronger restrictions for inbound travel from specific regions of the world. Others have instituted arrival quarantines and/or multiple testing protocols and the financial markets reacted accordingly. Here in Hawaiʻi, restrictions have eased and at this point, while medical facilities appear to be at the ready, new infections appear to have risen, but now that the State is generally restriction free, it would be a challenge to revert back to stricter protocol. So the visitor industry continues to move forward, visitor arrivals peak, then valley and all are waiting for what the holidays and Q1 of 2022 bring. The ThinkTech YouTube Playlist for this show is https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQpkwcNJny6kVSrX6qrwlt2vifUNUDwz1

We chat with Dr. Jerry Agrusa, tourism professor and expert from University of Hawaii, about the current status of tourism in Hawaii, the initial changes since COVID and what to expect right now. 

Hey all, I hope you all had a great month! Things have been insane in the last few weeks and I hope you are all doing well. Let's all do better and be informed. Also, keep up on your goals, and let's keep on going. Remember to get your rest as well. Drink water and get some sunlight. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VVibes-718368465169076 Twitter: @LateNightVibes7 IG: thelatenightvibes1 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latenightvibes/support

John De Fries, president and CEO of the Hawaii Tourism Authority, joined us to talk about tourism in Hawaii as the state continues to work its way out of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Anthony and Glenn chat with the incredible Sarah Dandashy about the latest hotel biz news, then Geoff Graf of Hogan Hospitality out of Hawaii shares the latest news from the 50th state.

Anthony and Glenn chat with the incredible Sarah Dandashy about the latest hotel biz news, then Geoff Graf of Hogan Hospitality out of Hawaii shares the latest news from the 50th state.

Starting July 8 vaccinated visitors can travel to Hawaii without restrictions, despite the rapid spread of the Delta variant of the COVID virus in the Aloha State The Hawai‘i Department of Health's State Laboratories Division (SLD) has detected a total of 13 cases of the SARS-CoV-2 variant B.1.617.2, also known as the Delta variant of concern. The Delta variant has been found on O‘ahu, Maui, Kaua‘i, and Hawai‘i Island. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/etn/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/etn/support

Hawaii Tourism was hit hard by COVID-19, but record numbers of visitors from US domestic markets are visiting the Aloha State again. Hear from Patricia Herman, the VP of Marketing and Development of the State agency in charge of tourism. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/etn/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/etn/support

Welcome to the sixth episode of Hawaii Tourism Re-Opening Consortium Webinar. In this episode we talk about the Impacts and Forecast of the Retail & Shopping Center Industry. On behalf of the University of Hawaii Shidler College of Business Alumni Association and the Travel Industry Management International, Inc, we would like to invite you to […] The post Hawaii Tourism Re-Opening Consortium Webinar Episode 6: Impacts and Forecast of the Retail & Shopping Center Industry appeared first on Brain Gain Hawaii.

Views on a changing visitor industry and Iolani Palace update; Community view from Lanai; Using state lands for the homeless in Waimanalo; Displaced from Crane Park; Hui Aloha helping the homeless; Perpetuating Hawaiian music

Welcome to the fifth episode of Hawaii Tourism Re-Opening Consortium Webinar. In this episode we talk about Restoring Travel from Japan. On behalf of the University of Hawaii Shidler College of Business Alumni Association and the Travel Industry Management International, Inc, we would like to invite you to join a new webinar series on supporting […] The post Hawaii Tourism Re-Opening Consortium Webinar Episode 5: Restoring Travel from Japan appeared first on Brain Gain Hawaii.

Welcome to the fourth episode of Hawaii Tourism Re-Opening Consortium Webinar. In this episode we talk about the Impacts and Forecast of the Hotel Industry. On behalf of the University of Hawaii Shidler College of Business Alumni Association and the Travel Industry Management International, Inc, we would like to invite you to join a new […] The post Hawaii Tourism Re-Opening Consortium Webinar Episode 4: Impacts and Forecast of the Hotel Industry appeared first on Brain Gain Hawaii.

Learn from Carly Clement, representing Outrigger Hotels and Resorts. Outrigger is one of Hawaii's largest resort group with properties also in Maldives, Mauritius, and Thailand. The Outrigger Waikiki Beach was remained open throughout the 6 months quarantine closing. Carly will explain how tourists were able to stay during the crisis, and how a stay at Outrigger Waikiki is now after visitors are coming back to Waikiki. You will also hear about the state of Outrigger Resorts throughout the global resort group. Click here to read more --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/etn/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/etn/support

Hawaii once more is welcoming urgently needed visitors in the midst a Coronavirus spike in the rest of the country. COVID-19 infection numbers are down and the virus seems to be under control in the Aloha State, but today flood gates to tourism from the US mainland opened, and visitors are now allowed to arrive in the State avoiding the 14-day mandatory quarantine with a COVID-19 test received up to 3 days before departure. Today's rebuilding.travel session was hacked, so excuse the loud music and dancing in the video. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/etn/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/etn/support

Welcome to the third episode of Hawaii Tourism Re-Opening Consortium Webinar. In this episode we talk about the Impacts and Forecast of the Airline Industry. On behalf of the University of Hawaii Shidler College of Business Alumni Association and the Travel Industry Management International, Inc, we would like to invite you to join a new […] The post Hawaii Tourism Reopening Consortium Webinar Episode 3: Impacts and Forecast of the Airline Industry appeared first on Brain Gain Hawaii.

After Hawaii closed on March 22, it will be October 15 when tourists are welcome back to Hawaii's beaches, hotels. shops and attractions Visitors will find a very different Hawaii after 7 months of dealing with the economical horrors of COVID-19 Hawaii Governor Ige thinks his state is ready to relaunch the largest industry in the Aloha State, what is tourism Regulations are different on Oahu, Maui, Kauai, or the Island of Hawaii on how visitors will be allowed to go on with their vacation. Governor Ige today explains. Click here to read the full article on eTurboNews --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/etn/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/etn/support

Welcome to the second episode of Hawaii Tourism Re-Opening Consortium Webinar. In this episode we talk about the Re-opening of Focused Health Safety Technology & Policy Innovation. On behalf of the University of Hawaii Shidler College of Business Alumni Association and the Travel Industry Management International, Inc, we would like to invite you to join […] The post Hawaii Tourism Reopening Consortium Webinar Episode 2: Reopening of Focused Health Safety Technology & Policy Innovation appeared first on Brain Gain Hawaii.

Please enjoy episode #1 of Hawaii Tourism Re-Opening Consortium Webinar: Restarting Hawaii’s Tourism Industry. On behalf of the University of Hawaii Shidler College of Business Alumni Association and the Travel Industry Management International, Inc, a new webinar series on supporting the re-opening of Hawaii’s tourism industry has begun. These webinars are designed to stimulate ideas […] The post Hawaii Tourism Re-Opening Consortium Webinar Episode 1: Restarting Hawaii’s Tourism Industry appeared first on Brain Gain Hawaii.

Tourism is everyone's business in Hawaii, no matter if you're employed in that industry or not. Tourism is the lifeline for the Aloha State. Chris Tatum is the CEO of the Hawaii Tourism Authority, the State agency in charge of the largest industry here, travel and tourism. COVID-19 became a threat to Hawaii's visitor's industry in March 2020, and in June 2020 Chris decided to retire and move with his family to Colorado. His last board meeting at HTA is scheduled for August 27 and Chris will take some vacation dates to get out of Hawaii early. Ever since March the phone system at HTA and also at HVCB (The Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau) only goes to voicemails, and voicemail boxes are mostly full and never acted on. Emails are not responded to, and a complete breakdown in communication is preventing good and potential initiatives to be made impossible Mufi Hannemann is the head of the Hawaii Lodging Tourism Association and former mayor of Honolulu. In the midst of COVID-19 he decided to leave tourism and was running for election. He wanted to become a mayor again but recently lost big time. Running for mayor is a full time job, and it shows and explains his non-responsiveness. Daniel Chung is one out of 12 board members of the Hawaii Tourism Authority. He did talk to eTurboNews host Juergen Steinmetz and remains the only one out of 12 HTA board members to do so. Listen to this conversation. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/etn/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/etn/support

We're counting down to June 16. That's when interisland travel restrictions will be relaxed and Hawaii moves one step closer to reopening transpacific flights.

Update from Hawaii's visitor industry; Honolulu orders bars and restaurants closed; Theater productions halt during coronavirus crisis; Sitting volleyball player preps for Paralympics

Hip 019 s2 e5 May 10 2019   Weather https://www.timeanddate.com 81 degrees 5mph wind ENE  visibility is 10 miles for the week highs rang from 80-82 and lows around 67-72 with humidity above 50% Will be a great week with mostly sunny conditions and possible mauna showers in the early mornings hours However next thursday the 16th it will be the greatest chance of mid day showers   Sun today rise 5:55 setting at 7pm providing 13hr 5 min of day light next thursday rise at 5:52 and sets at  7:02 with 13hr 10min of day light     Moon Moon is waxing  40% and visible every night this week moon rise will 11:14 and setting at 12:48  it reaches meridian at 6:02 by next thursday rise will be 5:18and setting at 4:29a meridian at 11:17 and it will be 97%     Surf www.surfnewsnetwork.com North  2-3 faces on the decline its good day for surf on the north shores   South 2-3 with a few good big bumps in between rising through the weekend  to 6ft facesthen dropping   East 1-2 all week little bumpy but smoother than usual   West holding 2-3 slight rise by monday then dropping to 1-3   Marine Warnings: Friday   05/10 None Current Swells: Friday 05/10  Primary: Rising 18s SSW surf @2-3 occ Sailing Report: Friday   05/10 Good conditions esp after the early AM light trade flow...10-20mph with chance of seabreeze mix for leeward.  Diving Report: Friday   05/10 Dives are fair to good for select deeper North shores spots; good for select deeper West shores + fair for select deeper south shores; good for 'inside reefs' and good for select 'outside reefs' along Windward shores   Events www.gohawaii.com   Big Island Kona Orchid Society Annual Orchid Show - Plant And Craft Sale OCCURS BETWEEN: FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2019 - SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019   Orchid & fine art, cards, fabric art, driftwood sculptures, pottery, ceramics, cement pots, real flower jewelry, nurturing genstones and other jewelry. Succulents, dragon fruits, protea plants & flowers, air plants, day lilies, herbs, fruit trees and more.   The Farmers' Market at Hamakua Harvest OCCURS BETWEEN: FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2019 - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2019, 9:00AM - 2:00PM   The Sunday Farmers' Market at Hamakua Harvest, located at the intersection of Mamane St. and Hwy 19 in Historic Honokaa Town, offers only locally produced goods, ono food, live music and a free educational event weekly.   Robert Cazimero OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019, 7:00PM - 9:00PM In the 1970’s Robert Cazimero and his family were the driving force behind the Hawaiian renaissance of arts and culture. That resurgence launched his career in which, now, thirty years later, is stronger than ever.    Hawaii Island Visitor Industry Charity Walk OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019, 7:00AM - 12:00PM   Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association's Annual Charity Walk Fundraiser benefits non-profit agencies on the Island of Hawaii. The 5k fun run and walk includes food stations hosted by member hotels and restaurants, children's activities, silent auction and live entertainment. Entry fee is $25    Maui Mother’s Day Pot Painting with Kaili Kosaka OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019, 10:00AM - 12:00PM   Spend a beautiful morning painting in the garden and celebrate the most important women in your life! Participants will take home two painted pots planted with a native plant. MNBG Horticulturalist, Kaili Kosaka, will teach basic painting techniques, general plant care   Artist 2 Artist with Henry Kapono: The Next Generation OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019, 7:30PM - 10:00PM   Artist 2 Artist with Henry Kapono: The Next Generation Castle Theater Saturday, May 11, 2019 - 7:30 PM Featuring Kalani Pea, Paula Fuga, Starr Kalakiki, Tavana, and Mike Love Artist 2 Artist with Henry Kapono: The Next Generation features Henry with some of Hawaii's established and up & coming   Na Holo Wahine 5K & 1 Mile Walk OCCURS ON: SUNDAY, MAY 12, 2019, 7:00AM - 10:00AM   Maui's ONLY ALL WOMEN'S EVENT! Please visit our website at www.virr.com for updates. Race proceeds go to The Maui Farm, a community-based nonprofit organization providing farm-based, family-centered programs that teach essential life skills for self-sufficient living.   Volunteer at Oo Farm with Pacific Whale Foundation OCCURS BETWEEN: FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2019 - WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 2020, 8:45AM - 11:30AM   Volunteers on Vacation is a free program offered by Pacific Whale Foundation to help you easily find meaningful service projects to benefit Maui's environment. Visitors and residents can spend a few hours giving back to the local community while enjoying access to "off the beaten trail" Hoaloha Aina Citizen Scientist Waihee Refuge Malama Honokowai Haleakala   Oahu Paradisco w/ DJ Garth (Wicked, SF/LA), DJ FLX & Jimmy San OCCURS ON: FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2019, 6:00PM - 11:00PM Join us for an unique, rooftop gathering in beautiful Waikiki. Paradisco welcomes you to a sophisticated party in the spectacular Ocean Suite Penthouse. Complete with unrivaled ocean views, upscale bar service and stellar music selection this groundbreaking event delivers   Sunset on the Beach OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019, 4:30PM - 10:00PM   Sunset on the Beach is BACK! Its the most spectacular theatre in the world! ...with Diamond Head on the left and Waikiki Beach on the right. . . and a 30ʻ movie screen directly in front of you. Southwest is partnering with Hawaii Tourism to create a special series of Sunset on the Beach events-   This months movie is "MOANA" rated PG, 113 minutes. Mahalo to the City & County of Honolulu and The Waikiki Improvement Association.   Waimea Valley Moon Walk OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019, 6:00PM - 10:00AM The first Moon Walk and dinner kicks off April 13th Saturday at 6pm. Come and experience Waimea Valley in the evening with the bright moonlight guiding you to the waterfall. The dinner by Ke Nui Kitchen is in the Proud Peacock. Purchase of a dinner includes your $5 off your admission into the Moon   Waimea Valley Mother's Day Brunch Buffet OCCURS ON: SUNDAY, MAY 12, 2019, 8:00AM - 1:00PM Spend Sunday May 12th Mother’s Day at Waimea Valley with a delicious brunch buffet by Ke Nui Kitchen. Enjoy hula performances and live music throughout your dining. Buffet for adults is $52.95 and children 4-12 years  old $26.50. Your buffet includes free entry into the Valley on   Mother's Day Brunch Buffet OCCURS ON: SUNDAY, MAY 12, 2019, 8:00AM - 2:00PM Treat Mom like the queen she is with Mother's Day Brunch at M.A.C. 24/7! She'll enjoy a royal spread of All-You-Can-Eat gourmet comfort food, including more than 25 delectable M.A.C. favorites the whole family will love! Price: Adults $52 / Keiki 5-12yrs $26 / Keiki 4 & Under FREE   Celebrate Mom With A Lavish Brunch or Dinner at the Buffet at Hyatt OCCURS ON: SUNDAY, MAY 12, 2019, 11:00AM - 9:00PM Indulge on a special buffet menu at The Buffet at Hyatt for Mother’s Day. Whether you’re looking for a light tropical fare or hearty delectable cuisine, The Buffet at Hyatt is the perfect spot for foodies and families. For those looking to ad   Mele Mei at Halekulani’s House Without A Key, Led Kaapana OCCURS ON: SUNDAY, MAY 12, 2019, 1:30PM - 4:00PM   Mele Mei has returned, and it's bringing with it another music-filled month of special, Sunday afternoon performances at Halekulani's House Without A Key. Every Sunday throughout the month of May, from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., island residents and visitors alike are invited to soak in melodic   Honolulu Triathlon (16th Annual) OCCURS ON: SUNDAY, MAY 12, 2019, 5:00AM - 11:45AM   The 16th Annual International Honolulu Triathlon Festival of Sports offers several sporting events and features the famous Honolulu Triathlon, Kids Race, 10K Fun Run and a SUP & RUN at the beach. Come and join us for a truly unique triathlon experience in paradise   A Bowie Celebration The David Bowie Alumni Tour OCCURS BETWEEN: TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2019 - WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2019, 6:30PM - 11:00PM The David Bowie Alumni Tour will be performing at Blue Note Hawaii with 2 shows nightly at 6:30pm & 9:00pm. A BOWIE CELEBRATION features alumni band members Mike Garson, Gerry Leonard, Mark Plati and Carmine Rojas along with vocalist Corey Glover and drummer Lee John, performing a mix of Bowie’s   Kauai   Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk OCCURS BETWEEN: FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2019 - FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 2019, 5:00PM - 9:00PM   Come join the festivity! Every Friday evening, Old Town Hanapepe is bustling with fun & activity! With a wide variety of shopping, local crafters, several excellent restaurants, a dozen art galleries, stilt walkers, classics cars, live music and entertainment, there is always something   May Day By The Bay OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019, 10:00AM - 5:00PM   May Day by the Bay is a Community Event celebrating the Hawaiian culture through Music, Hula, Cultural demonstrations by local Practitioners, a Kauai made Craft Fair, Displays by community groups, a Silent Auction and Ono (delicious) Food.    Evolution 2019 OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019, 8:00AM - 10:00PM   Evolution is a full day of celebrating YOU & your Evolution. Poipu Beach Athletic Club is excited to bring you an event that combines fitness, health and wellness from all over the island to one location. Full day ticket holders can enjoy a wide variety of fitness classes, workshops,    Volunteer with Breadfruit Agroforestry Project (Tropical Food Forest) OCCURS BETWEEN: WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2019 - WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2019, 8:00AM - 12:00PM   The Breadfruit Institute at National Tropical Botanical Garden is seeking agroforestry volunteers to help with a new, global model in sustainable and regenerative agriculture at the Breadfruit Research Orchard in McBryde Garden on Kauai.   Sponsors: Miller Coors We are passionate about the beer business   Coors Light “The world’s most refreshing beer.”    Blue Moon “Reach for the Moon” visit millercoors.com     Kona Brewing Company Founded in 1994 and has continued to brew great beer ever since. “Brewing Liquid Aloha” konabrewingco.com   Tiki’s Grill & Bar 2570 Kalakaua Ave, Waikiki, Hawaii   Tiki's Grill & Bar is Waikiki's locally owned and operated independent restaurant destination. We provide a casual American and Pacific-Rim menu with flavors of the islands, using fresh local produce. We also offer lanai seating with beautiful sunset views of the famous Waikiki Beach. HAPPY HOURS EVERY DAY 2pm - 5pm Visit Tikisgrill.com

Gerald Glennon is the general manager of The Kahala Hotel & Resort and holds a bachelor’s degree in hotel administration from the University of Denver and a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a marketing emphasis from the University of Northern Colorado. He is a board member of the Hawaii Tourism and Lodging Association, SKAL Hawaii and the Hawaii Culinary Education Foundation. Glennon also previously served as an executive board member of the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau and was a past chairman of the Oahu Visitors Bureau.In this episode, Gerald recalls how his moral upbringing in the Southern United States fostered a curiosity of people and how this genuine interest in humankind led him into a prolific career in the hotel industry. Gerald shares with Sudhir how he has learned to move on from past mistakes and grow as a leader because of that approach.

Candy Aluli is the owner of Aluli Public Relations.  Candy has specialized in promoting visitor industry clients in the Hawaiian islands for 25 years. She is also the Owner and Publisher of MauiAccommodations.com, a guide to owner-direct vacation rentals and other book-direct accommodations on Maui. She writes the All About Maui blog on MauiAccommodations.com, sharing insider travel [...] The post BITW 099: How to Work with Hawaii Tourism and PR with Candy Aluli appeared first on Break Into Travel Writing.

Candy Aluli is the owner of Aluli Public Relations.  Candy has specialized in promoting visitor industry clients in the Hawaiian islands for 25 years. She is also the Owner and Publisher of MauiAccommodations.com, a guide to owner-direct vacation rentals and other book-direct accommodations on Maui. She writes the All About Maui blog on MauiAccommodations.com, sharing insider travel [...] The post BITW 099: How to Work with Hawaii Tourism and PR with Candy Aluli appeared first on Break Into Travel Writing.

Last year Hawaii Tourism (Australia and New Zealand office) worked with four travel agents to develop the “Agents of Aloha” travel trade program. In this podcast episode (Episode 40) we chat with Ashlee Galea Country Manager Australia at Hawaii Tourism Oceania to talk through the program.   We start off by talking about how important the travel trade is to the destination of Hawaii in both the holiday research and the actual booking process (listen in for specific stats). And then talk about how social media or digital more broadly as vast become a key way to train the travel trade as travel agents are spread throughout all of Australia so digital channels can help in reaching agents. Hawaii Tourism currently have a trade website and an online specialist training program for the travel trade and email newsletters are also used in the communication strategy. More recently a YouTube channel has been established for the travel travel with webinars and the new 'Agents of Aloha' training videos (which we will discuss). Hawaii Tourism is also currently setting up a blog  that will be valuable for both consumer and trade. We then get into the details and logistics of the Agents of Aloha campaign including why the campaign was developed and some of the logistics of how the campaign come together. "We wanted to show the breadth and depth of the destination beyond the sun, sand and surf and do it in a way that was fun, engaging and educational."   Video consumption is growing and video can be used for agents to learn (listen in to the 8.30 minute mark). "We decided we wanted to do something with video, something we could launch visually at our roadshow and something we could roll out online so it has longevity and use in the digital space" From the 9 minute mark we talked about how the 4 key agents were selected. From the 10 minute mark we discuss the campaign logistics including selecting the right videographer, developing the itinerary, selecting the agents, getting buy in from partners/industry, run the famil and then upon return phase two starts. We go into detail about selecting videographer from the 11.45 minute mark. This is very interesting for those looking at video projects. From the 14.20 minute mark we talk about success metrics and if the campaign was deemed a success. "We didn't have to script what they said...we had them do everything we knew would blow their mind and that would come across in the video and then educate the person watching." From the 18.30 minute mark Ashlee discusses the next steps of the campaign now that the videos have been produced. Very interesting. "We all want to maximise our investment in whatever way we can....we plan to use the footage for all sorts of stuff moving forward. That one famil although it was a huge undertaking, the content we've now got..." "Death by powerpoint is over" From the 21 minute mark we talk about further way social media is involved including incentivising sharing while on famils. We discuss if a separate consumer verses trade social media channels is required. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKh8MNQfCkP0Q2Jf_147jme-C0prznL3v And the travel trade site here     The post Communicating with travel trade through social media and digital: Ep #40 appeared first on Holly G.