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 visitor spending, hotel occupancy down in JanuaryWhile arrivals were up, statewide RevPAR declined 2% and the hotel occupancy rate fell to just below 80%, a nearly 3% drop.

Four Seasons Resort Lanai introduced a series of Zen Sports Wellness programs at the end of 2018, including a golf series.

Moments of Zen and other wellness programs across the IslandsMore people than ever are seeking out wellness programming when traveling.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is bringing trails and services back online as it rebounds from its closure.

Disasters in rearview, 2019 ideal for Hawaii Island visitChange the Hawaii Island blurb to: While disasters plagued the destination in 2018, the island is fully open again, making this...

New F&B director at Hilton Waikoloa Village looks to innovate

New F&B director at Hilton Waikoloa Village looks to innovateWendle Lesher said his sights are set on enhancing each restaurant rather than wholesale changes.

Outrigger Hospitality names new V.P.Julia Davidson most recently served as director of marketing for IHG Army Hotels.

Bishop Museum hosts science festivalThe schedule includes planetarium programs, science talks at a college bar, and daily children's events at the museum during...

The taro burger at Moku Roots, a new vegetarian restaurant in Lahaina striving for zero-waste operations, is a popular menu item.

Fresh dining finds on MauiVegetarian restaurant Moku Roots features an inventive, constantly changing menu and a focus on sustainability.

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters partners with Kau Coffee MillThe Craters and Coffee Tour flies over the Kilauea Volcano summit before landing at Kau Coffee Mill.

Hyatt Regency Maui names new sales directorDavid MacLean previously served as director of sales, marketing and events at Andaz 5th Avenue in New York.

Sheraton Waikiki names three new executivesJason Kim is the property's new hotel manager, Casey Obatake is director of operational excellence and Shaun Ono is director of...