Beat of Hawaii Blog

Trusting unreliable Hawaii travel advice can lead to perilous outcomes. From dangerous hikes on Kauai’s Kalalau Trail to overcrowded sacred sites, poor guidance is putting both visitors and the islands at risk.

Airline shakeups, rising costs, and controversial government strategies of welcoming fewer but higher-spending visitors create obvious uncertainty. Hawaii is at a turning point, and 2025 may redefine what it means to visit the islands.

Hawaiian Airlines is making bold moves under Alaska Air Group’s control, including cutting a nonstop widebody route. As the airline reshapes its route and fleet strategies, changes are rippling across Hawaii travel, leaving questions about what’s next for island-bound passengers.

Boarding a Hawaii flight isn’t the laid-back experience many travelers might hope for. On a recent United Airlines flight, a highly-spirited gate agent took charge, loudly broadcasting enforcement rules with zero tolerance for line-jumping or oversized carry-ons. With holiday travel looming, could Hawaii-bound flights become a testing ground for even stricter policies?

The shift to premium-heavy seating on Hawaii flights aligns with the state’s push for “fewer visitors paying more.” While this strategy could reduce strain on local resources, it raises questions about affordability, access, and its impact on Hawaii’s small businesses and budget-conscious travelers.

A first-of-its-kind joint airfare sale, coupled with new routes, signals Alaska/Hawaiian expanding their horizons together. This marks the beginning of a new and fascinating chapter in Hawaii air travel.

When Alaska Airlines finalized its $2 billion acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, it took on significant debt and a branding powerhouse. Hawaiian Airlines’ Pualani logo, affectionately known as the “Flower of the Sky,” is the most

Delta Air Lines is going head-to-head with Hawaiian Airlines, launching nonstop flights to Hawaii while spicing up the skies with Shake Shack burgers.

Residents will soon save up to 20%, while debate ignites over fears of a looming monopoly. With competitor Southwest scaling back Hawaii operations, are higher prices and fewer options ahead?