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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Four Seasons Maui Wailea revamped all of its rooms and suites, improved landscaping and added other fine touches recently.

Four Seasons Maui gets a faceliftThe 383 rooms and suites were redone with an eye toward new technology, guests' need for connectivity, and a modern feel and...

Hawaii tour company facing harassment chargesThe lawsuit alleges three related companies failed to take action when employees complained about sexual harassment.

A lava flow at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii Island has been attracting spectators since the beginning of the year.

U.S. warns against unauthorized Kilauea boat toursThe flow can be seen from an established viewing area at Volcanoes National Park, and charter boats have been taking tourists...

IslandAir is adding Q400 turboprop planes to its fleet, cutting flight times and allowing the airline to add to its schedule.

Island Air expands fleet, adds flightsThe interisland carrier will be increasing the number of roundtrip flights from Oahu to neighbor islands and adding a Q400...

Lawmakers want state to explore bitcoin technologyThe bill would establish a state working group to explore the potential of blockchain, and services such as bitcoin that use...

Koloa Landing Resort renovation almost completeThe $100 million project includes meetings space, a new saltwater lagoon-style pool and 208 new deluxe studios and one-bedroom...

Kona Brewing has opened its first branded taproom at the Hilton Waikoloa Village on Hawaii Island.

Kona Taproom opens at Hilton WaikoloaKona Taproom offers 16 beers on tap, including some exclusive-to-Hawaii brews.

A rendering of the Coco Palms development scheduled to open in 2018. The original resort was forced to close after significant damage from Hurricane Iniki in 1992.

Coco Palms Resort readies refurbThe resort will join the roster of properties under the Unbound Collection by Hyatt banner.

Kauai Coffee Co., the largest coffee farm in Hawaii, has expanded its offerings and focused on quality and sustainability since the company was purchased six years ago by Massimo Zanetti Beverage.

Hawaii for the coffee connoisseurFebruary and March, when the coffee plants bloom with small, fragrant snow-white flowers, can be an especially nice time to...

The Villas at Poipu Kai offer surfing lessons with the booking of a poolside villa.

Hawaii packages offering adventures, pampering or bothHawaii, with its plethora of both luxury accommodations and range of adventure opportunities, is a natural tourist destination...