Gray power could help Hawaii tourism in the immediate future as older Americans get vaccinated first.
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Gray power could help Hawaii tourism in the immediate future as older Americans get vaccinated first.
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ThIs makes sense on one level, but what was really not addressed is that the overwhelming majority of people 65+ are on fixed incomes . With the current state of Hawaii’s Covid rules constantly in flux, most seniors are not willing to risk the large amount of money it takes to make that trip. I would call this an overly optimistic view of the current situation. Unless and until the powers that be set realistic (permanent) rules and policies that make it easier to get reliable testing anywhere in the country and set reasonable rules for people who have been vaccinated, I wouldn’t look for seniors (or anyone else) to throw caution to the wind and head to Hawaii for what could either be their dream trip or their nightmare vacation.
Travel plans for us seniors and reservations already made for August. Can’t wait to get back. We have had both shots but now wonder if we will need to get vaccinated again or get tested because it is 6 months away. Always something to worry about.
Dear Ed, it hasn’t been announced yet as to be official but I read an article saying that covid vaccine is for 3 months. So, yes you will need to be vaccinated again most likely. I’m planning my dream vacation to Oahu next year & I’ve already got my itinerary all done. I’m waiting on the vaccine passport to be accepted plus I’m also using this year to save $$.
Talk about stirring the FEAR pot! A survival rate of 99.7% and that’s what you’re afraid of? What about heart or lung conditions, obesity and diabetes, and let’s not forget the flu! Oh wait, there is very little flu this year but then how would you know if they are not specifically testing for it not to mention how last year the CDC said that the flu could result in false positives for the China virus.
Quite frankly, after finally missing my normal once or twice a year trips to Hawaii, going there and having to mask up and distance myself is NOT the kind of Hawaiian vacation I will be taking! Way past time to get over it and for those whining about health care facilities in Hawaii, the federal government could just as easily have sent their large medical ships to Hawaii as opposed to parking them off of Californloon land or NYC! Amazing that no one in the state government EVER mentioned that!
Flu is down worldwide probably because of preventive measures people are taking against Coronavirus and that’s a good thing. Heart disease, obesity and diabetes are not contagious. And get over it is never a plan.
Well said Don K.
Kawakami’s dictatorial edicts have decimated Kauai’s economy. Furthermore, not everyone can, or will, take the vaccine. I am not willing to take a vaccine that was “rushed to market”, is only 90-90% effective in lessening the symptoms, it’s doesn’t STOP or KILL the virus, AND it’s only good for 90 days. I’ll take my chances with Covid and it’s 99.7% SURVIVAL rate.
Don – I agree! The “fear factor” created by the media and watched by millions of viewers day in and day out have exacerbated Coronavirus fear disproportionally. If all we heard about constantly was about the dismal stories of all the people who died of Medical errors, (an estimated 250,000 deaths in the United States annually – appx. 50% of the deaths labeled “Caronavirus”), perhaps positive changes could be made on our less than perfectly functioning system. If all the news talked about was the tragedy of Heart Disease deaths and Cancer deaths (in the neighborhood of 2,250,000) per year perhaps people would take a closer look at their lifestyles and make healthier choices. The media has done a disservice in their fear mongering in my opinion. And on a positive note, according to the CDC figures as of Feb. 24th 2021, 28,075,173 People in the US have tested positive in the last year. 495,070 of those people died….017% of positive tested people died…I would not say that is a “Near death experience” for Americans, The percentage is less than those who die of heart attacks.
Hi! Love your blog. Question: when is t”spring break” expected to over in Hawaii this (very unusual) year? Thank you.
Hi Kaye.
The second half of March will be the peak travel dates for this spring.
Aloha.
I guess we are part of the grey wave!
We have a four times postponed trip to Oahu now scheduled for July. Since we have out second shots scheduled, I begin to hope that this time we may get to take off!
I realize it is a fluid situation and we will watch for indications that we are not being wise or kind. But I do hope we get to return to the place we have so enjoyed.
Ironically, it looks as though our immunizations may be “too old” for the currently proposed standards. Hopefully more good information will come out before then. If not, testing it is.
We are content to wear masks and plan to do a lot of take out food.
@Bobbi J
I have a gut feeling that 90 day effectiveness idea will be debunked by summer as more data is available. Also, every body reacts differently to medicines/vaccines so even if there is an official 90 day efficacy announced at some point, it’s not like right at the 90 days mark, every vaccinated person loses all protection. Mass vaccination, supplemented by safe practices (masking, hand washing, airplane deep cleaning, etc) and a safe environment (like awaii is), yt? La vacation to the Islands schools be a very safe experience.
As a 78 year old who has traveled to Kauai yearly for 20 years, I hope by my annual October trip they have joined the rest of the island’s in the safe travels program.
I have received both doses of the covid-19 vaccine and have also been pretty much isolated for almost a year. There is no reason to require additional testing for those who have their vaccination card!
Hopefully things will get better as more people are vaccinated.
I miss my annual trip there but will also not quarantine to come back!
Mahalo
Hi JoAnn.
We hope you can return to Kauai this October.
Aloha.
Not so fast. Unfortunately you can still get COVID after being vaccinated. You just shouldn’t die from it. And the jury is still out if a vaccinated person can still be a carrier, but some early studies look promising.
@JoAnn. Crossing my fingers VERY HARD for you!!!!!
Yes, this geriatric couple will be on a plane tomorrow, heading for beautiful Hawaii once again. We both have antibodies from a round of covid last fall, and now have completed the vaccines, so here we come!
Thanks so much for keeping us up to date on the constantly changing travel requirements.
Hi Lynn.
Thanks. LOL geriatric. Glad you are winging your way to Hawaii tomorrow. Have a great time.
ALoha.
Kaua’i hospitality workers are the first to get immunized????? That is insane.
So is Kauai going to opt out of this to