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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Binchotan, a new restaurant focused on robatayaki-style grilling, is coming to the Fairmont Orchid at the close of 2018.

Fairmont Orchid's head chef aims for approachability, innovationSince taking over as executive chef in October, David Viviano has been diligently working on tweaks, enhancements and the...

The Lanai V can be used for scuba and fishing excursions as well as private charters.

Four Seasons Resort Lanai debuts new boatThe Lanai V is a 45-foot luxury vessel operated by a crew from Lanai Ocean Sports.

Longtime Marriott exec Tatum to lead Hawaii Tourism AuthorityChris Tatum previously served as chairman of both the Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association and Oahu Visitors Bureau and...

Agreement brings end to Marriott worker strike in Hawaii

Agreement brings end to Marriott worker strike in HawaiiMore than 2,700 workers had been on strike since Oct. 8, the state's longest hotel work stoppage since 1970.

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort is offering a special promotion to mark the 50th anniversary of the Rainbow Tower.

Hilton Hawaiian Village's Rainbow Tower turns 50The "50 Years of Aloha" package features a room in Rainbow Tower, $50 off a Mandara Spa treatment and other benefits.

Kauai's Festival of Lights runs through the month of December and is focused on holiday displays made from recycled materials.

Kauai set for 22nd Festival of Lights"The Fire and Rain Tree" is inspired by the record rainfall that hit Kauai's north shore in April and the dramatic eruptions...

After being purchased in June and riding out the volcanic eruptions through summer, the Kilauea Lodge in Volcano Village is ready to move forward with plans for improvements.

Under new owners, Kilauea Lodge set for expansion, improvementsHighway West Vacations plans to add a collection of deluxe cottages that are expected to be built by the end of 2019.

The Hawaiian Islands served as the presenting sponsor of the Nov. 11 Rams-Seahawks game at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum.

HTA partners with L.A. RamsThe Rams will play a 2019 preseason game at Aloha Stadium on Oahu.

Craft whiskey distillery opens on OahuAccording to Koolau Distillery, it will be the first on Oahu to age whiskey in wooden casks.

With Lodge at Kukuiula, a deep dive into traditional island sports

With Lodge at Kukuiula, a deep dive into traditional island sportsThe intensive programs give participants a crash course in canoe sailing, surfing, stand-up paddleboarding or outrigger...