Maui Visitor Spending Up Despite April Drop in Tourist Arrivals

Coastal beach view — Maui Visitor Spending Up Despite April Drop in Tourist Arrivals | Maui Tom's News

Hawaii saw higher visitor spending in April 2026 even though fewer tourists arrived compared to previous periods. April 2026 visitor spending increased despite a decrease in overall visitor arrivals to Hawaii. The spending increase suggests tourists may be staying longer or spending more per visit. This trend could indicate higher-value visitors are choosing Hawaii destinations. […]

Hawaii Visitor Spending Rises 4.8% in April Despite Fewer Tourist Arrivals

West Maui beach sunset — Hawaii Visitor Spending Rises 4.8% in April Despite Fewer Tourist Arrivals | Maui Tom's News

Hawaii tourism data for April 2026 shows a positive financial trend despite slightly fewer visitors. Both the state government and Hawaii Free Press reported that while visitor arrivals decreased marginally, increased daily spending per person drove overall tourism revenue growth. Total visitor spending reached $1.77 billion in April 2026, up 4.8% from the same month […]

Guam’s $2M Tourism Program Shows Need to Address Pacific Air Travel Costs

Iao Needle, Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii, October 4, 2006 — Guam's $2M Tourism Program Shows Need to Address Pacific Air Travel Costs | Maui Tom's News

Guam launched a $2 million program to offset rising airfare costs as fuel prices drive up travel expenses to Pacific destinations. The territory faces 20% reduced airline capacity and tripled fuel surcharges threatening tourism recovery. Airline seat capacity to Guam has dropped 20% due to jet fuel prices reaching $150-200 per barrel. Fuel surcharges have […]