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, college offer free online trainingFive sessions of the Certificate for Customer Service in Hawaii program are open for registration, with the first starting May...

Outrigger Hospitality Group launched a new initiative in response to the coronavirus pandemic to support Hawaii and other communities where the company runs properties.

Outrigger rolls out community support effortThe Outrigger Cares program offered housing for health care providers in Hawaii, delivered meals in Mauritius and donated...

Hawaiian Airlines rolls out new health precautionsStarting May 8, passengers must wear a face covering from check-in to arrival.

The Haiku Stairs, known as the "Stairway to Heaven," climb to the top of Puu Keahiakahoe ridge in the Koolau Mountains.

A step toward legitimacy for Oahu's 'Stairway to Heaven'The 3,922 steps climb up the Puu Keahiakahoe ridge in the Koolau Mountains, 2,820 feet above sea level.

HLTA chief says tourism faces long road to recovery

HLTA chief says tourism faces long road to recoveryHow Hawaii proceeds in the next few months will be crucial to restoring the tourism industry to its record-breaking ways, said...

Two ring-tailed lemurs were born at the Honolulu Zoo on April 18.

Honolulu Zoo welcomes twin lemursThe new additions are the offspring of Remi, a 5-year-old female, and Finn, a 4-year-old male.

Hawaii extends stay-at-home order through May 31While some states have moved to loosen restrictions, the Aloha State will keep many public areas and businesses closed for at...

Hawaiian Airlines in line for $654M in federal aidThe airline's application under the Cares Act can yield roughly $290 million in payroll support and additional loans, said...

How to virtually explore Hawaii

How to virtually explore HawaiiMany of Hawaii's top museums, parks and other visitor attractions have augmented their online offerings.

Hawaii tightens arrivals screeningAirport screeners will now verify cellphone numbers before releasing the traveler and will also cross-check addresses provided...