Mufi Hannemann’s retirement from the Hawaiʻi Lodging and Tourism Association caps a divisive decade of leadership, raising existential questions about the organization’s future purpose and its role in industry advocacy.
Speed Lawmaking, Hawaiʻi Style: Final Scorecard
The conclusion of Hawaiʻi’s legislative session brings mixed outcomes for tourism bills, with HTA surviving under a weakened mandate, underscoring the industry’s ongoing vulnerability to political budget fights and shifting priorities.
And our final fun at the legislature, Green Fee Sleight of Hand
Hawaiʻi lawmakers are heavily modifying the Green Fee’s initial project recommendations during budget negotiations, reinforcing industry concerns that the dedicated environmental tax is morphing into a general state spending pool.
Leadership Shuffle at Waikīkī’s Biggest Hotels?
The sudden dual General Manager vacancy at the Moana Surfrider and Sheraton Princess Kaiulani sparks rumors of high-profile executive transitions, signaling a major upcoming reshuffle across Waikīkī’s top hospitality leadership.
Fairmont Orchid Names Todd Temperly as General Manager
Fairmont Orchid’s appointment of Todd Temperly as General Manager returns experienced leadership to the Kohala Coast, signaling a strategic push to elevate operations at the luxury resort.
Nothing Says Luxury Like a Mall Parking Lot
New high-end proposals for Lānaʻi and Ala Moana highlight a push toward luxury growth despite Oʻahu’s aging hotel inventory, underscoring the challenge of scaling premium supply in a constrained market.
Hold My Beer
The latest Travel Weekly Hawaiʻi Leadership Forum highlights a widening gap between rising competition and stagnant tourism funding, signaling a growing urgency for the state to reclaim its market presence.
The Sentry Is Gone. The Math Won.
The departure of The Sentry from Kapalua marks a significant loss in televised exposure and economic impact for Maui, underscoring the growing difficulty of maintaining Hawaiʻi’s visibility on the global stage.
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Same Tail. Different Airline?
Hawaiian Airlines’ transition to Alaska’s operational systems and the oneworld alliance marks a major technical integration milestone, raising questions about whether the carrier’s distinct cultural identity can survive standardized corporate infrastructure.
Legislature Nears Finish Line… HTA Funding Doesn’t
The failure of HB 1950 to secure a dedicated TAT funding stream for the Hawaii Tourism Authority underscores ongoing legislative friction, leaving the agency’s long-term marketing and governance stability in question.
