Ocean Conservation Guidelines Promoted for Hawaii Visitors This June
Hawaii Magazine highlights ocean protection practices during World Ocean Month, emphasizing wildlife respect, beach cleanliness, and reef-safe behaviors that could affect visitor experiences at rental properties. Touching or harassing endangered species like Hawaiian green sea turtles and monk seals can result in significant fines and criminal penalties. Visitors are encouraged to use reef-safe sunscreen and […]
Wailea and Hāna Tourism Destinations Highlighted in Travel Feature
A travel article showcases Maui’s diverse appeal, featuring luxury amenities at Wailea’s Andaz resort and the remote natural beauty of Hāna, highlighting both destinations’ unique attractions for visitors. Andaz Maui at Wailea offers 320 guestrooms and luxury amenities including infinity pools, spa services, and farm-to-table dining on 15 beachfront acres. The resort features Hawaiian cultural […]
Monthly Emergency Siren Test Scheduled for June 1 at 11:45 AM
Hawaii will conduct its routine monthly emergency siren test on June 1 at 11:45 AM, with all outdoor warning sirens sounding a one-minute steady tone. Property owners should expect the test and know to follow official emergency channels if sirens sound outside of scheduled tests. All statewide outdoor warning sirens will sound a one-minute steady […]
First Lahaina Family Moves Into Rebuilt Home After 2023 Wildfire
A Lahaina family displaced by the 2023 wildfires has moved into their newly rebuilt home after nearly three years, marking the first completion of a recovery program that helps furnish rebuilt homes. Valerie Hoʻopai and her family returned to their rebuilt Lahaina home after being displaced for nearly three years by the August 2023 wildfires. […]
First Lahaina Family Moves Into Rebuilt Home Through Recovery Program
Valerie Hoʻopai and her family returned to a newly constructed home in Lahaina after nearly three years, marking the first completion under a wildfire recovery program that helps survivors transition into rebuilt homes. The Hoʻopai family became the first to complete Hoʻōla LTRG’s House to Home Program, which helps wildfire survivors transition into rebuilt homes. […]
Emergency Water Repairs Cut Service to 60 Haiku Properties for 4 Hours
A water main break requires emergency repairs affecting 60 residences in the Kauhikoa Road area of Haiku, with service expected to be restored after approximately 4 hours. Water outage affects area from 1000 Kauhikoa Road to Kauhikoalani Place in Haiku. Service disruption began at 10:05 am on May 31 due to mainline break repairs. Approximately […]
Maui Ocean Center Hosts Free Cultural Film Screening June 12
The Lahaina Restoration Foundation is offering a free immersive film experience about Mokuʻula’s cultural history at Maui Ocean Center on June 12, 2026. The event is open to residents and visitors with advance reservations required. Free 360-degree immersive film screening takes place June 12 at 6 p.m. at Maui Ocean Center’s Sphere theater. The film […]
Federal Plan Could End International Flights at Major US Airport Hubs
The Trump administration is considering suspending customs processing at airports in sanctuary cities, which could shut down international operations at major US aviation hubs. The proposal could affect 68 million passengers and $70 billion in economic activity annually. Plan would halt customs and immigration processing at airports in cities that limit cooperation with federal immigration […]
Hawaii Passes Two Housing Bills Affecting Property Market
The Hawaii Legislature passed bills updating the Individual Housing Account savings program and reforming affordable housing restrictions. A parking reform bill failed in a tie vote. Individual Housing Account program updated with higher tax-deductible deposit limits to help families save for home down payments. Inclusionary zoning reform passed, reducing restrictions that prevented locals from qualifying […]
Maui Council Committee Advances New Hotel Zoning for Vacation Rentals
A Maui County Council committee approved Bill 88 to create new H-3 and H-4 hotel zoning categories that could provide a pathway for some vacation rental properties affected by the Bill 9 phase-out. The measure now goes to the full council for consideration. Bill 88 creates H-3 and H-4 hotel zoning categories but does not […]