Business
Hawai‘i Visitor Numbers Down 77% in November
In the first 11 months of 2020, total visitor arrivals dropped 73.7%.
Hotel Numbers Remain Dismal Despite Safe Travels Program
In November 2020, Hawai‘i hotels statewide reported substantial declines in revenue per available room, average daily rate, and occupancy compared to November 2019.
Lava Lava Beach Club to Reopen Next Week
Following mandated CDC safety and sanitary guidelines, tables and bar seating will follow social distancing protocols.
Visitors Bureau to Launch ‘Shop Big Island’ Website
The only requirement for a listing is that the business is physically located on Hawai‘i Island. Registration is free.
Queens’ Marketplace Adjusts to Carry on Holiday Traditions
The 2020 holiday festivities kicked off Monday, Nov. 23 at Queens’ MarketPlace.
Two New Tenants Open Doors at Puna Kai Shopping Center
Puna Kai Shopping Center is located in the heart of Pāhoa.
Mauna Lani Reboots in Time for Holiday Season
The Mauna Lani began welcoming patrons back over the weekend.
Huggo’s on the Rocks to Reopen
The company said staff will follow mandated CDC safety and sanitary guidelines.
Hawai‘i Restaurant Card Program Extended For Holidays
Businesses can purchase cards in denominations from between $5 and $1,000.
Hilton Waikoloa Village to Reopen Friday
Hilton Waikoloa Village is situated within the Waikoloa Beach Resort, which offers a diverse selection of shops and dining at Queen’s Marketplace, the King’s Shops, and multiple golf courses.
Waikoloa Beach Golf Course to Reopen
The Waikoloa Kings’ Course will remain closed for the time being.
SBDC-Hilo Offering Social Media Webinar Series in Hilo in November
Each of the class topics was developed based on feedback from an SBDC survey of local business owners.
Walmart Expands Express Delivery Hours at Hawai‘i Stores
Walmart’s Express Delivery provides customers the option to have deliveries made in under two hours.
Kai Loki’s Restaurant Opens in Place of Ocean View’s Mehe’s
The Mehe’s Ka‘ū Bar and Grill in Ocean View was sold and has reopened as Kai Loki’s Restaurant and Bar.
Fairmont Orchid to Reopen in Mid-November
The Fairmont Orchid has announced plans for a phased reopening beginning Nov. 13.
Hawaii Business Pivot Grant Now Open for Applications
The grant application will remain open until Nov. 23, 2020, as funds are available.
New Grant Program to Help Hawai‘i Businesses
The program will help at least 2,500 businesses statewide, as it is funded by $25 million allocated from Hawai‘i’s portion of the CARES Act stimulus package.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
The damage related to cybercrime is projected to hit $6 trillion annually by 2021.
Several Businesses Open This Month at Puna Kai Shopping Center
Puna Kai Shopping Center is the Big Island’s newest community shopping center, located in the heart of Pāhoa.
