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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Hilo Bay set for first NYE fireworks showKapohoKine Adventures is offering an exclusive viewing package on the water directly below the fireworks.

The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua launched a new pop-up dining series called Hook + Knife that is operating nightly for a limited time.

Ritz-Carlton Kapalua debuts new dining experienceHook + Knife takes place on the newly revamped Ulana Terrace and features a special compilation of locally sourced fusion...

The Reef Bar and Market Grill now serves a vegan hibiscus-poached pear with almond cake and sweet cream, topped with a scoop of strawberry sorbet.

Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach adds vegan items to menusThe Reef Bar and Market Grill and Kani Ka Pila Grille will both be offering an expanded selection of animal-product-free...

In year of setbacks, Hawaii on pace to break visitor record

In year of setbacks, Hawaii on pace to break visitor recordIf the trend of more than 6% growth in visitation continues through the end of the year, the projected total would be over 10...

Hawaii Tourism preparing to name new CEO and directorPresident and CEO George D. Szigeti stepped down at the end of October; a successor is expected to be named by year's end.

OLS Hotels and Resorts plots a course for expansion

OLS Hotels and Resorts plots a course for expansionTwo long-time Hawaii hospitality veterans have taken the helm and are planning to grow the company, with a particular focus on...

Volcano House, above, and other services inside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park are now reopened after shuttering for more than four months during volcanic activity.

Following months of closures, Volcanoes Park is returning to lifeThe Volcano House and its restaurant overlooking Kilauea summit, the Rim, both reopened in October, as did the park's...

Hapa Travel enters Hawaii marketThe company offers booking services for leisure, business and educational group travel from the U.S. mainland, Oceania and...

Hotel rates on the rise in 2018Despite low or negative movement in occupancy rate, Hawaii hotels have reported increases in both RevPAR and ADR through the...

The Queen Kapiolani Hotel, Waikiki Beach unveiled its $35 million renovation in October.

Resorts re-energize Waikiki's room inventoryDuring the summer, a handful of properties finished up major projects, including both brand new buildings and expansive...