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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HTA launches search for new CEOCurrent chief Chris Tatum will retire on Aug. 31.

The Hawaii legislature approved $90 million in funding to improve health and safety systems at state airports to help contain the spread of coronavirus. Pictured, Daniel K. Inouye Airport in Honolulu.

Hawaii airports get $90M for health, safety improvementsThe funding will go toward thermal screening systems, web-based verification applications, screening and testing facilities and...

With testing option, Hawaii sees 'safe and healthy' path to reopening tourism

With testing option, Hawaii sees 'safe and healthy' path to reopening tourismThe state's success in combating the pandemic has been coupled with deep economic wounds, including the nation's second highest...

Caption - Iolani Palace, owned by the state of Hawaii and operated by a nonprofit, has seen revenue plummet during the coronavirus pandemic.

Financial woes weigh on Hawaii attractions as they begin reopeningThe shutdown has put Iolani Palace and other attractions in precarious positions due to lack of revenue.

Four Seasons Resort Lanai (pictured) and Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort, are scheduled to reopen on July 1 for Hawaii residents.

Four Seasons Lanai properties reopening July 1The Four Seasons Resort Lanai and Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort will be open for Hawaii residents and will follow Four...

Kapolei Commons launches drive-in concertsThe schedule includes brother and sister duo Kaiona and reggae outfit Ten Feet on July 24.

Nightlife returns to Oahu, with caveatsGroups can be no more than 10 people, and customers are expected to stay within their own group and not mingle with others.

As reopening nears, union demands 'level playing field' for Hawaii hospitality workers

As reopening nears, union demands 'level playing field' for Hawaii hospitality workersThe balance of getting people back to work while guarding community health is a crucial challenge, says Eric Gill of Unite Here...

Hawaii is considering a plan in which travelers who complete a health screening and a Covid-19 test prior to departure will be able to skip the 14-day quarantine for new arrivals.

Hawaii officials weigh testing options for out-of-state visitorsOne idea gathering steam calls for travelers to clear both temperature and symptom screening in their departure city as well as...

Waikiki Aquarium to reopen June 29The aquarium is introducing prepaid admission tickets purchased online, social distancing requirements and a capacity limit of...