Documentary on Maui Off-Grid Architecture Released on YouTube
A 13-minute documentary featuring architect David Sellers and sustainable building practices on Maui has been released on YouTube. The film explores off-grid living and climate-resilient construction following the Lahaina wildfire. The documentary ‘Journey Beyond the Grid’ follows Maui-based architect David Sellers who specializes in off-grid, sustainable design. The film was shot entirely on Maui and […]
March Storms Devastate Oahu Farms, Could Reduce Local Food Supply
Severe flooding in March caused an estimated $50 million in damage to nearly 2,000 Hawaii farms, destroying crops and equipment across Oahu’s North Shore agricultural areas. Back-to-back March storms brought Hawaii’s worst flooding in 20 years, wiping out entire farms just weeks before harvest. Nearly 2,000 farms sustained damage with losses estimated at $50 million […]
Nashville Airport Staffing Issues Cause 74 Flight Delays on Major Routes
Air traffic control staffing shortages at Nashville International Airport triggered widespread flight delays on Friday evening, affecting 74 flights and multiple carriers on routes to major hubs including Atlanta and Chicago. The FAA imposed ground delay programs at Nashville airport during peak evening hours due to staffing constraints in air traffic control. At least 74 […]
Canadian Airport Disruptions Create Delays for Travelers to Maui
Major Canadian airports experienced 62 cancellations and 314 delays affecting Air Canada and regional carriers. The disruptions primarily impacted Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver hubs with cascading effects across the network. Toronto Pearson was the most affected airport with high volumes of late departures causing knock-on schedule issues. Air Canada’s interconnected domestic network struggled to absorb […]
Alaska Airport Issues Cause Flight Delays to Major US Cities Including Hawaii
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport experienced significant disruptions on May 16 with 47 delayed flights and 7 cancellations, affecting routes to major US gateways including Seattle and Los Angeles that connect to Hawaii. Anchorage airport reported 47 flight delays and 7 cancellations affecting multiple carriers including Alaska Airlines and Delta. Disruptions primarily hit domestic routes […]
Wailea Bar Earns Prestigious International Recognition as Tourism Draw
Pilina at Fairmont Kea Lani became Hawaii’s first bar to receive The Pinnacle Guide’s global recognition, earning a Two Pin distinction among only 46 worldwide honorees in 2026. The bar received a Two Pin distinction from The Pinnacle Guide, a global cocktail rating system that recognized just 46 establishments worldwide. Pilina is the first and […]
Westin Maui Plans Week-Long July 4th Celebration with Drone Shows
The Westin Maui Resort will host a six-day Fourth of July celebration featuring drone light shows and helicopter orchid drops instead of traditional fireworks. The resort is also offering special packages with discounts and resort credits through July 15. The celebration runs July 1-6 and includes choreographed drone shows as an environmentally-friendly fireworks alternative. Featured […]
Maui Approves Factory-Built Housing as Permanent Structures in Lahaina
Maui County now allows prefabricated housing as permanent dwellings in the Lahaina Burn Zone under new regulations. The change aims to reduce construction costs and speed up the rebuilding process for local families. Factory-built and prefabricated homes can now be permitted as permanent housing in Lahaina Burn Zone. New regulations allow structures assembled off-site to […]
State Hosts June Summit on New Opportunity Zones Investment Program
Hawaii will hold a summit June 1 to discuss the updated Opportunity Zones 2.0 program that provides tax incentives for investments in housing, clean energy, and economic development projects. Over 200 developers, investors, and government officials will attend to learn about investment strategies and project financing. The Opportunity Zones 2.0 Market Activation Summit takes place […]
Thailand Property Oversupply Reaches Crisis Levels with 350K Unsold Units
Thailand’s property market shows bubble risk in specific areas, with over 350,000 unsold residential units nationwide and particularly severe oversupply in Bangkok condominiums. While national price growth remains modest, certain investor-focused submarkets face prolonged absorption problems. Greater Bangkok has approximately 235,000 unsold residential units, the highest level since the late 2010s. Nationwide unsold housing inventory […]