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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Trump International Hotel Waikiki taps new sales directorPatsy Narimatsu previously worked as area director of sales and marketing for Highgate Hotels.

All of the room renovations at the Waikiki Beachcomber by Outrigger are complete, and the remainder of the $35 million project should be complete by spring.

Outrigger bringing new tech, modern vibe to Waikiki BeachcomberWith guestroom renovations complete, finishing touches on the public spaces remain, including the pool deck and two new...

Work will begin in early 2019 on a new 36-story tower in Honolulu that will house the 125-room Mandarin Oriental Hotel and the 99 condominiums of The Residences at Mandarin Oriental Honolulu.

Mandarin Oriental readies return to HawaiiThe lower 19 floors of a new mixed-use tower will be a Mandarin Oriental hotel with 125 rooms.

Visitor spending in Hawaii flat in NovemberWhile visitor spending from the U.S. West, U.S. East and Canadian markets increased year over year, those gains were offset by...

Hilton Waikoloa Village taps new executive chefArnaud Masset most recently served as executive chef at the Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa in Las Vegas.

Kapalua Golf's Plantation Course closing for refresh

Kapalua Golf's Plantation Course closing for refreshThe celebrated course is scheduled to reopen in time for the 2020 Tournament of Champions.

Haleakala National Park on Maui is remaining open with a reduced staff during the partial federal shutdown.

What's open in Hawaii during the shutdown?Consumer site Wallet Hub ranked Hawaii No. 4 among states most impacted by the shutdown.

Hawaii Tourism and Lodging Awards Gala set for MarchPrizes will be given in six overall categories including accommodations, food and beverage, events, activities, leadership in...

New Honolulu dining experience launchesThe foodie-focused tour will take guests on a tasting tour of Waikiki and Kapahulu Avenue favorites.

Aqua-Aston is celebrating 70 years in Hawaii with specials and events through April 2019 including deals at the Aqua Oasis.

Aqua-Aston celebrates 70 years in HawaiiThe Share the Aloha event includes celebrations, beach cleanups and discounted rates.