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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Las Vegas' Golden Tiki was recently named one of the top Tiki bars in the U.S. by the Food Network.

Golden Tiki isn't resting on its laurelsThe celebrated Vegas nightspot, recently singled out by both USA Today and the Food Network, is constantly evolving and...

The luxurious Want the World package offered at the Venetian Resort includes a pisco sour tasting.

Venetian Resort package is simply out of this WorldThe Want the World package begins with a private jet arrival and includes chef-prepared in-suite meals,...

'Book of Mormon' returns to Smith CenterThe Tony-winning best musical from the creators of "South Park" will run from July 30 to Aug. 4.

Craft beer-focused BLVD & Main opens at the StratThe bar and restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and offers more than two dozen beers on tap as well as an expansive...

Tattoo'd America, an exhibit celebrating tattoos as an artform, has opened at Pop Vegas at the Linq Promenade.

Tattoo'd America opens at Pop VegasThe attraction at the Linq Promenade includes a tattoo-themed ball pit for grown-ups, more than 500 artworks from 100 different...

Sustainability a recurring theme at Hawaii Leadership Forum

Sustainability a recurring theme at Hawaii Leadership ForumHawaii Governor David Ige emphasized the importance of tourism as the "heart and soul" of Hawaii's economy and the need to...

Bishop Museum introduces Lego exhibitThe display features 120 Lego models in 60 scenes as well as a large interactive area with 300,000 Lego bricks for guests to...

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort has announced a new artist in residency program with Welzie, a resin-based artist on Oahu.

Andaz Maui launches collaboration with Oahu artistWelzie, known for whimsical, colorful resin creations, will host "Wine & Welzie Nights" that will include a live drawing...

The cultural programming at the Fairmont Orchid includes outrigger canoe outings.

Fairmont Orchid bolsters cultural offeringsThe hotel on Hawaii Island, recognizing increased demand and need for enhanced cultural programming, has appointed its first...

737 Max grounding affects Southwest's Hawaii plansRoutes from San Jose to Honolulu and Maui, and interisland service to the Island of Hawaii are expected to start by summer.