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Cruise industry fails to stop Hawaii cruise tax

Cruise industry fails to stop Hawaii cruise taxA federal judge denied CLIA's attempt to overturn Hawaii's 11% cruise tax, scheduled to take effect Jan. 1.

Southwest's Las Vegas-Hilo service begins on Aug. 6.

Southwest will fly to Hilo from Las VegasThe service will be Southwest's first from the U.S. mainland to Hilo, which is on the east side of Hawaii's Big Island.

Travelers and their dogs can book seats on a plane from Los Angeles to Kailua-Kona via Bark Air for a dog-friendly retreat.

Kona Village resort on the Big Island plans a dog-friendly retreatProgramming includes a dog-friendly welcome luau, yoga sessions, welcome amenities, a concierge and airport transfers. Plus, an...

The near-term picture for Hawaii tourism remains poor, according to a report by the Economic Research Organization at the University of Hawaii.

A downturn for Hawaii tourismA report released by the Economic Research Organization at the University of Hawaii warned that the state is heading...

Commercial tours are resuming at the Lahaina Harbor Small Boat Harbor.

Lahaina's small-boat harbor opens, two years after firesFour tour operators began using the harbor, and additional companies will add their operations there in early 2026.

The new luau planned for Ko Olina includes Hawaiian, Tahitian and Samoan influences.

New luau, cultural performances are coming to Ko Olina on Oahu The Native Hawaiian-led organization Hawaiian Council will be taking the lead, creating cultural workshops, such as lei...

In early 2026, Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection is debuting oceanfront two-bedroom suites, one of several new options for visitors to the Aloha State.

What's new for Hawaii visitors in 2026The new year brings several changes for travelers to Hawaii, including hotel openings, new attractions and restaurant debuts.

The International Market Place shopping plaza on Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki has long been a favorite stop for visitors to Hawaii.

Islands welcomed fewer visitors but bigger spenders in OctoberDaily spending by some 750,000 visitors was up double digits compared with the previous October.

The addition will bring the total fleet to 57 vehicles, which the company uses for groups, weddings, airport transportation, events and tours.

Motorcoach tour firm Royal Star Hawaii expands its fleetThe company is investing $4 million investment to add eight motorcoaches and two 14-passenger vans.

Atlantis Cruises' 90-minute New Year's Eve fireworks cruise takes place aboard the 150-foot Majestic.

Atlantis Cruises kicking off the new year with an Oahu fireworks sailingThe cruise aboard the 150-foot Majestic includes a DJ and one complimentary drink from the ship's full-service bar and cocktail...

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