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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Hawaii lawmakers earmark $36M for airport health screeningRather than a centralized scanning area for arriving passengers, the Hawaii House subcommittee greenlighted a plan that would...

Hawaii governor announces state's four-phase reopening plan"Medium-risk" businesses and activities, such as salons and restaurants, would reopen starting next month, with social...

The Waikiki skyline.

Hawaii officials plan to toughen travel rules for visitorsPeople keep arriving in Hawaii despite the quarantine order and the best efforts of multiple state agencies to discourage...

Hawaii governor plans to extend quarantine through June 30Gov. David Ige said he would be looking at ways to reopen "medium risk" businesses, including hair salons, barber shops and...

Kayaking in Hawaii is a great solo or small-group activity that affords the opportunity to see marine life, waterfalls, sea caves and more.

Where to dip your kayak in HawaiiA kayak excursion in Hawaii is likely to yield turtle, dolphin and sea bird sightings.

Halekulani launches 7th season of 'Living TV'One episode highlights spearfishing and its current practitioners on the Islands, another goes inside the Honolulu Potter's...

Hawaiian Airlines names new flight operations VPBob Johnson joined Hawaiian in 2019 as operations chief pilot after more than 30 years with American Airlines.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park seeks public's input on recovery proposalsThrough June 15, the park is seeking comments on potential future use of the Uekahuna Bluff area and other aspects of its...

An end to Islands' decadelong momentum

An end to Islands' decadelong momentumIn March, visitor spending and arrivals were each down more than 50%, while in January and February, spending by visitors...

There are a lot of ways to get in the aloha spirit from home, including online ukulele lessons from Kapena School of Music.

Making a little Hawaii at homeTravel advisors can learn some more about Hawaii by participating in workshops and other offerings.