Pā’ia’s Mama’s Fish House Named Among Top 50 US Restaurants
Mama’s Fish House in Pā’ia was featured on Only in Your State’s list of 50 Legendary Local Restaurants Across the U.S., recognized for its fresh local fish and unique practice of naming the fisherman who caught each dish. The family-owned restaurant has operated on Maui’s north shore since 1973. Only in Your State praised the […]
Ritz-Carlton Promotes Maui Resort with Summer Culinary Events
The Ritz-Carlton is marketing its three Hawaii properties including Kapalua on Maui, highlighting summer wine and food events. The resort is promoting weekly activities and culinary experiences to attract luxury travelers. Ritz-Carlton is actively promoting its Kapalua resort with 70+ weekly guest activities including dining and outdoor experiences. The property is hosting summer culinary events […]
Hawaii Tourism Authority Seeks New CEO to Lead State Tourism Strategy
The Hawaii Tourism Authority has begun accepting applications for a new president and CEO to guide the state’s tourism industry, as reported by multiple news outlets. The search comes as HTA looks for leadership to balance economic growth with community and cultural priorities. HTA launched search for president and CEO position to lead the state […]
State hosts business symposium with Philippines to explore trade partnerships
Hawaii’s Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism will host a trade symposium with the Philippines in May 2026, focusing on economic partnerships and workforce solutions. The event includes panel discussions on trade expansion and talent exchange between the two regions. The symposium will address workforce shortages and pathways for talent exchange between Hawaii and […]
Maui AgFest Cooking Competition Features 12 Local Chefs on May 30
The Grand Taste competition at Maui AgFest will showcase 12 chefs creating dishes with local ingredients on May 30. The event highlights Maui’s culinary scene and agricultural partnerships that support the island’s restaurant industry. Twelve Maui chefs will compete in four categories using locally-grown produce and island-sourced meat and fish. The event strengthens relationships between […]
Maui Visitor’s ‘Rich Enough’ Comment Highlights Tourism Strategy Concerns
A Washington visitor who harmed an endangered monk seal in Lahaina claimed he was wealthy enough to pay any fine, though records show modest means. The incident reflects how Hawaii’s push for higher-spending tourists may be sending unintended messages about money changing rules. Federal prosecutors charged a visitor who threw rocks at an endangered monk […]
Four Seasons Wailea Debuts Luxury Club Floor, More Upgrades Coming
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea has opened a new premium Club Floor with 26 redesigned rooms and exclusive amenities. The property plans additional major renovations and new facilities later this year. The new Club Floor offers 26 transformed rooms with private check-in and dedicated concierge services. Club guests receive exclusive access to a private […]
Annual Agriculture Festival Draws 7,500+ Visitors to Wailuku May 30
The 17th annual Maui AgFest & 4-H Livestock Fair takes place May 30 at War Memorial Special Events Field in Wailuku from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Last year’s event attracted over 7,500 visitors with sold-out features. Event runs 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at War Memorial Special Events Field in Wailuku. Last year drew […]
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 […]
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 […]