Tovin Lapan- Tovin Lapan is a West Coast-based freelance journalist. He has covered Mexico, Las Vegas, California and other destinations for a variety of publications. His work has appeared in U.S. News & World Report, the Guardian US and Lucky Peach.: Travel Weekly

Tovin Lapan

Tovin Lapan has covered Hawaii, Mexico, Las Vegas, California and other destinations for a variety of publications. His work has appeared in U.S. News & World Report, the Guardian US and Lucky Peach.

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Marriott International finalizes sale of Westin MauiUnder a long-term agreement, Marriott will continue to manage the 759-room property.

Many Lei Day festivals feature lei making competitions.

Getting in on the Lei Day funThe statewide celebration of Hawaiian culture, music and arts draws plenty of local spectators and tourists alike.

Visa issues block thousands of Chinese visitors from HawaiiMore than one-third of a group of more than 6,000 travelers had qualified for an incentive trip to the Islands in April but...

Sowing the seeds of agritourism on OahuKahuku Farms opened its gates to visitors in 2010, and the property now features a sustainability cafe and a variety of tours...

"Top Chef" alum Sheldon Simeon, a native of Hilo, will participate in a culinary event at the Aqua Kauai Beach Resort on April 28.

Aqua Kauai Beach Resort hosts chef showdownThe event, slated for April 28, pits a "Top Chef" alum against the resort's chef in a friendly competition and includes a...

Honolulu's Pan-Pacific Festival set for JuneThe festival, now in its 38th year, focuses on the culture and traditions of the Islands and the Pacific Rim nations.

Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu will coordinate a private helicopter tour, through Paradise Helicopters, of the island’s north shore.

Hawaiian cultural touches help to add romance to the ceremony"Many couples traveling to the Islands for a destination wedding are familiar with Hawaii, so naturally there is an interest in...

The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone around the Kilauea Volcano lava flow emptying into the Pacific Ocean from the southeast side of Hawaii Island.

Coast Guard imposes Kilauea safety zoneThe cliffs and lava delta in the area are unstable, and a lava flow streaming into the ocean has drawn many sightseers who come...

This decorated Hawaiian kapa (barkcloth) skirt is part of a new exhibit at Honolulu's Bishop Museum, "Hulia ‘Ano: Inspired Patterns."

Honolulu museum exhibit explores Hawaii's patternsVisual patterns in an array of mediums are examined in "Hulia Ano: Inspired Patterns," which runs through Oct. 16.

Alternative accommodations thriving in Hawaii

Alternative accommodations thriving in HawaiiThe share of visitors that stayed in a "rental house" increased from 4.6% in 2010 to 7.4% in 2015, according to the HTA.