Business
Kona Commons to Host Artisan Market in November
More than 55 vendors from around the island will offer a variety of products to shoppers.
September Visitor Spending in Hawai´i Down 15% From Pre-Pandemic Total
Through the first nine months of 2021, total visitor spending was $9.03 billion. This was a decrease of 32.1 percent from the $13.30 billion spent through the first nine months of 2019.
Hawaii Hotels Report September 2021
Hawaii hotels statewide reported substantially higher revenue per available room, average daily rate, and occupancy in September 2021 compared to September 2020.
Health Department Issues Red Placard to Kona Restaurant Over Several Violations
The restaurant has been directed to contact the DOH when the violations have been corrected, at which time a follow-up inspection will be conducted.
Big Island Healthcare Services to Merge
Bay Clinic, Inc. and West Hawaii Community Health Center are joining together.
HTA Resumes Support of Community-Based Tourism Initiatives
HTA is resuming its Community Enrichment Program, which supports community-based projects, festivals and events that enhance resident and visitor experiences, and create opportunities for meaningful economic development.
Hawai´i Visitor Tallies Continue to Climb Toward Pre-Pandemic Norm
Visitor arrivals to Hawai´i, and monetary spend within the state, continue to creep closer to pre-pandemic levels.
Outrigger Revives Plan to Acquire Ownership of Sheraton in Keauhou
Outrigger Hospitality Group announced today that it has revived its plan to acquire ownership of Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay, a 509-room property in a prime oceanfront location on the Island of Hawai‘i.
Tasty Kona Highlights Products From Local Small Businesses
Tasty Kona is open 9 am to 7:30 pm Tuesday through Sunday and looking for employees and vendors.
New McDonald’s Location Opens at Puna Kai Shopping Center
The Puna Kai Shopping Center in Pāhoa is welcoming a new, but familiar tenant.
Kona Commons to Host July Job Fair
Both full-time and part-time employment opportunities are available.
Kona Commons July Artisan Market Announced
The market, as well as the center, will observe all government-mandated coronavirus safety protocols, including hand sanitization and face masks.
Queens’ MarketPlace Offers Variety of July 4th Activities, Deals
Queens’ MarketPlace merchants are offering a variety of special sales and storewide discounts all weekend long.
Hawai´i Final State in US Still Enforcing COVID-19 Restrictions
Hawai´i will consider opening up entirely before hitting the previously stated 70% vaccination goal for residents, depending on a variety of factors.
Market at the Park Offers Variety in Pāhoa
Market at the Park Pāhoa continues to evolve following its creation in October of 2020.
May Visitor Arrivals to Hawai´i Nearly 75% of Pre-Pandemic Total
Prior to the pandemic, Hawai´i experienced record-level visitor expenditures and arrivals in 2019, and in the first two months of 2020.
31st Hawai‘i International Tropical Fruit Conference Coming Up in October
The 31st Hawai‘i International Tropical Fruit Conference will be both virtual and in-person this year.
Hawai‘i Coffee Association Names Cupping Competition Winners
The Hawai‘i Coffee Association (HCA) hosted its first virtual conference on June 24 and 25.
Mauna Kea Resort Seeking Hires For Multiple Positions
Mauna Kea Resort, which is comprised of the Big Island’s Mauna Kea Beach Hotel and The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort, is actively seeking new team members for their culinary and housekeeping departments.
