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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The Alohilani Resort Waikiki recently introduced the position of director of vibe to oversee social spaces and programming, including more nightlife.

At Alohilani Resort, infusing social scene with alohaDirector of Vibe Jed Inductivo will collaborate with Alohilani staff to transition venues from daytime to night in fare and...

Pleasant Holidays CEO: Planning golf travel involves much more than tee times

Pleasant Holidays CEO: Planning golf travel involves much more than tee timesJack Richards knows both golf and Hawaii and offers some advice for agents.

With a stunning ocean vista in the background, a golfer lines up a putt on one of Hawaii’s roughly 100 courses.

Hawaii courses where golfers on a budget can save some greenFor those who know where to look, there are many courses that offer the requisite ocean views at affordable rates. Here are...

Lahaina Loft, a new wedding and events venue on Maui, offers a flexible space that can accommodate up to 150 guests.

Lahaina Loft brings new events option to west MauiDenise Black has worked weddings and events in Hawaii for more than two decades, including a stint at Four Seasons Resort Maui...

OLS Hotels and Resorts makes three Hawaii appointmentsNicole Darity is the new director of sales for Hawaii, Alyson Wee has taken the role of revenue manager and Steve Keller has...

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort will hold a celebration Sept. 2 for its fifth anniversary featuring chefs and musical acts.

Andaz rings in five years with Labor Day partyThe celebration will include chefs from across Hyatt's Hawaii properties and members of the Morimoto Maui team.

Weakened storm Lane brings flooding across Islands

Weakened storm Lane brings flooding across IslandsThe Big Island took the brunt of the storm, receiving up to 36 inches of rain on the island's east side in a 24-hour...

Timbers Kauai -- Ocean Club and Residences at Hokuala celebrated its grand opening at the start of July.

Timbers Kauai opens as first phase of Hokuala developmentVacation rentals are offered from the pool of residences and travel agents receive commissions for client bookings.

Ku Mai Ka Hula competition hits Maui in SeptemberThe event features both solo and team hula dancers from Hawaii, the U.S. mainland and Japan.

Hilton Hawaiian Village bar moves to Mexican menuThe outdoor bar and casual eatery offers views of the ocean along with classic Mexican dishes and drinks.