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.

More Articles by Tovin Lapan

The Polynesian Cultural Center will debut its new afternoon show, Huki, on Aug. 18.

PCC introduces new afternoon show, 'Huki'The show focuses on the history, culture and traditions of the Polynesians and their migration through the Pacific.

Mi Almita Cantina from Houston-based chef Hugo Ortega opened in Michael Mina's The Street food hall in the International Market Place at the end of June.

Celebrity chefs collaborate for International Market Place venueHugo Ortega and Michael Mina have joined forces for Mi Almita Cantina, which opened at the end of June.

Waikiki Beachcomber art event to benefit nonprofitThe next 2018 TOMA series event is July 20, and is free and open to the public.

HTA's Szigeti looks back, and ahead, as tenure winds down

HTA's Szigeti looks back, and ahead, as tenure winds down"We need to consider how we manage the destination versus just providing marketing," said the outgoing CEO. "I agree it's...

Kaanapali announces handful of new hiresPatty Villarimo Curimao is the new Ohana Fun Center manager, Alexander "Alika" Guerrero is taking over as director of Pookela,...

Hawaiian Airlines launching Maui-Sacramento serviceThe new route will begin April 1 and will operate using the Airbus A321neo.

Visitor arrivals, spending up in MayThere were 7% more visitors, and spending increased 11%, according to statistics released by the Hawaii Tourism Authority.

HTA readies for 'a new direction' with CEO's departure

HTA readies for 'a new direction' with CEO's departureThe vote by the board to oust George Szigeti comes after a tumultuous year for the agency.

An adults-only pool was added as part of the $46 million renovation at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort.

Expansive updates for Westin Hapuna BeachThe renovation, which began in November, touched on every aspect of the Hawaii Island resort, from the lobby and restaurants to...

The Friends of Nelha visitor center serves as the jumping-off point for tours of the 800-acre property and its various tenants working on energy, sustainability, conservation, food security and other projects.

Tech park tour offers inside look at innovationThe 800-acre property's various occupants hold something interesting for almost everyone, from foodies to science wonks,...