Governor Ige confirmed twice in the past week that vaccination passports for Hawaii travel will be announced imminently. Plans are to be in effect for travel, without any COVID testing, by July 4. He said, “We do know the CDC guidance that there’s little risk. We know that we have to get there. We have to be able to allow vaccinated travelers to come here transpacific because that will help us get more people back to work.”
You might wonder, what’s the magic of July 4. Well, not stated but obvious to all of us here, the mid-summer season that starts just before July 4 and runs through mid-August is critical to Hawaii’s overall financial well-being.
Masks in Hawaii will now be short-lived too.
The governor and others were surprised by the latest CDC guidance that largely eliminated mask recommendations. Nonetheless, Hawaii is now preparing to change all that. By mid-June, based on what the governor and others have just said, Hawaii will come into alignment on eliminating masks.
Other last hold-outs on mask mandates have included California, scheduled to end June 15, and New Jersey, which just announced theirs would end this week.
CommonPass Hawaii remains destined to be the Hawaii vaccination passport.
While still in a pilot rollout for Hawaii-bound visitors, it has not been updated since we last wrote about it. It is nonetheless where Hawaii is headed. This was developed in concert with the Hawaii Safe Travels Program. When completed, it will let visitors access lab options across the United States to satisfy both proof of vaccination results and negative COVID-19 test results for those not vaccinated. In addition, there is no cost for the app or its usage. CommonPass is awaiting deployment with more airlines, locations (like Hawaii), testing partners, and vaccination results.
CommonPass Hawaii still does not include Hawaii vaccination passports.
In its trial program, this is exclusively for COVID test results. Participating airlines and routes remain unchanged. Eligible flights are Hawaiian Airlines between Phoenix and Honolulu (use invitation code: HAWAII) and United Airlines between Denver and Honolulu, Kona, Lihue, and Maui (use invitation code: UNITED.
To try CommonPass, you will first download CommonPass from one of the two phone app stores. You can also download it from the CommonPass Hawaii website. Again, there is no charge for the app or its usage.
Using CommonPass is a bit confusing at this point, but we were told this process would be streamlined. Visitors must still register with Hawaii Safe Travels once they have made reservations. Those under age 18 will be included in an adult’s Safe Travels form. Then use the CommonPass app to generate your CommonPass ID. On the “Trip Details” sections of the Safe Travels website, go to the section entitled “Exemptions.” There you will use your CommonPass ID as the exemption.
Your CommonPassID is a 32 digit code found beneath your CommonPass QR code. Tap the copy symbol to capture the ID, paste that into Safe Travels and select “Verify.”
Once it has been verified, you can add other travelers if needed. Also, within 24 hours before departure for Hawaii, you still need to complete the Hawaii Safe Travels health questionnaire.
Hawaii vaccinated resident exemptions still in effect for now.
In another pilot, Hawaii residents, vaccinated in Hawaii, and traveling interisland, not from the mainland, are eligible to avoid other testing requirements. However, children from 5 years to vaccination eligibility age will still be required to continue pre-travel testing to avoid quarantine.
Important note: Those traveling interisland (except to Honolulu) who are not exempt per this limited pilot are still required to test within 72 hours of interisland travel.
What if CommonPass isn’t ready?
Passports may not be ready for Hawaii’s roll-out timeframe. According to Green, if that is the case, a photo of travelers’ vaccination cards will still be required. Those will be uploaded to the Hawaii Safe Travels website. On arrival, passengers may also be required to present the actual cards for inspection. Vaccinations will be required to have been completed vaccination at least 14-days before traveling.
For today, current COVID travel rules will remain in effect until we hear from the governor.
Those same rules will continue thereafter for those who choose not to be vaccinated. However, Hawaii officials have said that vaccinations will only be an option, not a requirement.
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Ann H. says
Recently divorced and my ex-husband wants to take our two teenage sons to Hawaii. Neither of our sons is vaccinated, or have been tested. The requested vacation time to go to Hawaii is 6/25-7/5/21. Will my sons be allowed to go to Hawaii? I am not in favor of this vacation for many reasons, so are my sons, and am wondering if they are even able to travel to the Hawaiian islands at this time? They are 14 and 17 years old. Can you help answer this question for me?
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Ann.
Yes, they can visit Hawaii. They will need to comply with the state’s Safe Travels testing protocol. It needs to be followed exactly. Let us know if you have any questions. https://hawaiicovid19.com/travel/
Aloha.
BARBARA M says
ANN H… As a business entity, the appropriate thing for BOH to do is refer you to the appropriate website. However, I’m a private citizen so I can offer this. At this time, they will have to be tested COvid negative within 72 hours of their flight departing for Hawaii. Those results will have to be printed out, saved as a pdf and uploaded to Hawaii Safe Travels. The test will have to be a PRC or Rapid Results Test done by a Hawaii Trusted Partner, one of which is sometimes not easy to find. (In our entire state, there is not a single Trusted Partner that does the Rapid Results test and the 72 hour test results can give anyone an anxiety attack!) Make sure their father understands all that before he considers taking them on the trip. The Rapid Results tests do cost $$$.
BARBARA M says
ANN H… Just a thought. Apparently you are the custodial parent and I wonder if you would have to give permission for a minor child (children) to be tested? Just a thought. (Please don’t sue me!)
Rochelle B says
When will passengers be able to utilize their vaccination record instead of testing to travel from mainland ?to Hawaii
Lillibeth V. says
Is it mandatory to have fully vaccinated prior travelling to Hawaii from Phils.?
Edsel says
I am confused regarding the CommonPass Hawaii system for the vaccination passport. I understand how to use the site to upload test results and use an approved test partner since we are coming from USA – but it states the only airlines you can use are Hawaiian Air from Phoenix to Honolulu OR United between Denver & Honolulu, Kona or Maui.
So to arrive in Hawaii, negative test, logged in CommonPass – you MUST arrive on one of these airlines??
Thanks
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Edsel.
CommonPass Hawaii is in a beta mode only, so at this time it is extremely limited, as you see. That will change, but we don’t have details yet.
Aloha.
Kimberly T says
Paul C;
The covid “vaccine” is not the “tried and true” approved flu vaccine. I am sure you are aware of this, so I don’t understand why you are using the vaccine to prove a point. If you really want to get technical, the high 2017/2018 flu pandemic numbers were in spite of the tried and true, approved flu vaccine, of which they run out of every flu season. So, clearly many get vaccinated.
Nancy D says
Thank you so much kimberly …thank you !!!!!!!!
Kathleen R says
Can you please tell me if non-vaccinated persons will be able to come to Hawaii after testing (of course) Will I need a statement from my doctor regarding the decision not to vaccinate? We have a vacation rental ready, however we are getting nervous about the July 4th turn of events.
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Kathleen.
Yes the testing option will remain in effect. No letter from your doctor is needed. Just follow the rules exactly.
Aloha.
Macvickers W says
BUT…Just what are the rules? If my party of 5 ALL vaccinated (including 2 teen-agers) arrive at OGG with our vaccination cards, do we need any other proof? What else do we need to have with us? Thank you in advance
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Macvickers.
I don’t think you are following the rules at all. There is no exemption for vaccination at this time. You need to follow the Safe Travels testing procedures exactly. https://hawaiicovid19.com/travel/
Aloha.
Macvickers W says
I’m confused. How can you say that I have not followed the rules?
As a Californian, I have followed ALL the rules from Lockdown, limiting outings to the grocery while masked, got tested continually, and got vaccinated as soon as available.
I want to follow the rules on Maui as well when I take my family to celebrate various missed events. I just ask that I know clearly what the rules are from the most reliable source.
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Macvickers.
What we are saying is that according to current rules, there are no exemptions for vaccinated travelers. You need to comply with the testing requirements set by the state found at https://hawaiicovid19.com/travel/.
Aloha.
Nanjo says
Macvickers. As stated above by BOH the travel rules are very different in Hawaii than in California. Hopefully they will allow visitors vaccinated on the mainland to skip getting a COVID test before flying to Hawaii after July 4th, but this depends on vaccination rates of the people who live in Hawaii. Right now you need to plan to get ALL of you tested BEFORE travel. You must use only certain labs. Check on Hawaii Safe Travels website. Aloha.
BARBARA M says
MACVICKERS W… You do need to upload your information to Safe Travels as stated in a previous post but I would suggest to upload your information to Safe Travels well before you become embroiled in your testing and your trip. Each adult will have to register separately on Safe Travels – children below age 18 can be registered as part of a parent’s registration but after anyone age 18 or older has to register under their own name. (Therefore, you may need 5 registrations.) Since you need flight numbers, accommodation addresses and phone numbers, etc., this is easier done at your leisure rather than when pressed for that information. Your entries will not expire. And do not forget – only PRC/NAAT/Rapid Results testing by a Hawaii Trusted Partner is acceptable – antibody or antigen tests are not. You are lucky – there are tons of Trusted Partner locations in California – far more than anywhere else!
Patrick G says
Macvickers, you will still need to test in CA. Go to a trusted partner of Safe Travels Hawaii. Not sure where you are located, but you could go to Carbon Health or whoever is set up at your airport you are flying out of. We fly out of San Jose and they have a set up you can drive to and take the test. Takes 24-48 hours but they are fairly quick nowadays. Once you get your results, set up your trip details on Safe Travels and load your test results. I would print a copy to have with you as well. If you have any other questions would be happy to answer as I’ve been to Oahu/Maui/Kauai about 10 times in the last year.
BARBARA M says
I love this site! I love Jeff and Rob! I love the information I get here! I love that many of you put thought and caring into the words that you post.
I DO NOT LOVE having to read tirade after tirade about the value (or not) of the vaccine. I DO NOT LOVE the quarrels and snide remarks between posters. I DO NOT LOVE having to open post after post after post just in case there MIGHT be some useful information and instead find yet another quarrel.
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Barbara.
How’s everything going there? Thanks for your kindness and support of us. It means a lot. We hope to see you soon.
Aloha, R/J.
BARBARA M says
Thanks BOH for asking – yesterday was the turning point – today (Day 13) almost no pain and what there is is very isolated to the incision and the muscles I’ve overused in attempts at walking. Ice for the first, heat for the second and I am indeed a new woman! DEFINITELY puts 07/16-08/06 on the map! Can’t wait to meet you and Muley! Question – any thoughts on fully vaccinated being the travel standard by July? Mahalo nui loa for all you do and post-covid hug to The Mule!
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Barbara.
Great news! You’re on the calendar. Hawaii has the intention to have this in effect around July 4. But can they actually do it? We don’t know. Fingers crossed.
Aloha.
Barney says
Ditto! Thank you!
Nancy D says
Now being bias with Paul C on his side. You guys should be even.
Linda says
How do I remove myself from a “comment feed?” Thank you
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Linda.
Thanks for asking. Each email you receive has the manage subscription link embedded. To make it easier, we just removed you from current subscriptions. You can always resubscribe if you wish.
Aloha.
Linda says
Thank you. I was just overwhelmed with email responses from a comment I was interested in. Already resubscribed. Don’t want to ever miss Beat of Hawaii updates. They’re great!
Linda
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Linda.
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Thanks for that!
Aloha.
Pam L says
I love the positive news you guys are giving to us mainland travelers!!! You have been my pipeline to what’s going on. 2 weeks from today we are scheduled to fly into Kauai. The news keeps getting better!! Mahalo abd bless you for being here for all of us!
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Pam.
Thanks! Have a great time on your Kauai travels.
Aloha.
J.T. says
Hello Authors of B.O.H.
I was a bit confused on your response to my comment.
Are you going to be able to post it?
Sincerely,
J.T.
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi J.T.
We did post your comment and our reply. If there’s something else, please let us know.
Aloha.
J.T. says
Aloha to all the people reading this and thank you for your ability to let people know whats going on. I’ve been a resident of Hawaii for 30 years and my husband born and raised here. We got our vaccine from the Kauai department of health. We also had a negative SARS-Cov-2-RT-PCR covid test, however, it wasn’t from a “Tested Partner” it was from a hospital. (There were no trusted partners in Iceland or the E.U. (There are 100 in Japan) Just to be very clear, We were ordered to a 10 day quarantine in our own home and if we break quarantine are subject to a $5,000 fine and/or 1 year in prison. How much sense does this make? The money trail is unquestionable. For those of you who are in denial, how can Kauai urge everyone to get free covid testing at the war memorial however that test is not accepted for travel? (Big sign that says so) These test are not a “Trusted Partner. So, does that mean we can’t trust the County of Kauai tests? Makes no sense whatsoever. If it’s not about money and control, what is this about? Answers please. I got my test because I wanted to continue traveling the world. We were treated with the utmost respect until we got home and were confronted by the National Guard and Police. They have been coming to our house, texting and emailing us several times a day to make sure we are in quarantine. Totally ridiculous. I would have never got that vaccine had I known. For all of the paranoid people, FYI, the County of Kauai are playing games that I don’t play.
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi J.T
Thanks for your dozens of comments. We can’t speak to how the state and counties arrived at what they did in terms of testing, what kinds, and from where. Also, we are sad to learn the way that you have been treated. The rules are least clear in terms of what is and isn’t acceptable, and the unfortunate alternative of an unalterable 10-day quarantine.
Aloha.
Jeanne F says
I appreciate and understand your situation. I had a problem with” Safe Travels” in October and had to quarrantine,despite a negative covid test. It was an incredibly intimidating experience,having the national guard check up on me ,in fatigues,driving a colossal hummer through my small neighborhood.i offered to retake the covid test at War Memorial but was denied. I am still upset about the way I was treated,I was polite but the national guard people were intimidating,macho and arrogant. It didn’t have to be that way.
terry d says
The reason for these mandates was to stop a surge that would overhelm hospital capacity which has never happened in over a yr, and then that was bc a pol didn’t use the capacity offered by the federal govt. Also this started the do what ever the pols says and media will cancel your account for the sin of posting real peer reviewed research papers proving the opposite position. So I think it’s time we demand pol / health depts are required to provide real peer reviewed scieNce based facts for the loss of liberty. It would be nice if courts would do their jobs by demanding that the govt prove in court that what they’re asking is valid before any mandate is put into effect. So really we need the court not the pols / admin state to issue any mandate esp those that deny liberty. That said where’s the proof that masks do anything to stop the spread? If Ige can’t offer it up then we need the mandate removed immediately. From the real sci papers I’ve seen there is not enough stats evidence to support such a claim. We could have a great vaccine db run by the federal govt to register those vaccinated fo pennies on the dollar for what we have wasted on masks, privacy invading apps. We really need to shutdown the big tech fast buck artists, and open the economy now.
J.T. says
Terry D. Totally agree with you. There is no “Emergency” and the fact that we are still under an Emergency proclamation is absolutely ludicrous. Fear=Control. 🙁
CF says
I agree with Terry and JT. The saddest and most unacceptable thing is loss of liberties, not the relatively low amounts of sickness snd deaths in all states.
America and most of all hawaii in this case have not only gone off the rails but have essentially been committing treason against the usa and its citizens by emergency proclamations and mandates that are ongoing and not a true emergency to the nation. Each day is a violation of the most precious amendments in the bill of rights, which are guaranteed rights unless martial law is instated. Well there has been no martial law declared. So how is these mandates even possible? Im not sure 🤔
Paul C says
CF 600,000 deaths due to Covid19 is NOT I repeat not an emergency to you?
Fear about oh say Illegal immigrants. Yeah that was ok right?
Fear about socialism. That was ok too right? As long as it falls in your political way of thinking and whom you support your totally ok with fear mongering.
A governor concerned about their citizens is NOT I repeat not fear mongering. Isnt there a florida site you could be whining on instead of coming here and trying to ruin it for all of us who are actually GOING to Hawaii?
J.T. says
Paul C.
FYI, I’m a resident of Kauai and have been for over 30 years. There is no “Emergency” here. You would know that if you lived here. Do you have any idea how many suicides there have been due to the absurd restrictions that do NOT follow the “Science”? The suicide rate is 7 x more than the covid fatalities. We personally know police officers that reported 5 suicides in 1 week! Of course, that’s never reported on the daily Covid Facebook posting by our lame mayor? I continue to see people walking alone in the hot sun with their masks on. If they haven’t been psychologically affected by the fear mongering, then what is it?
JohnW says
That pretty much says it all CF…you think Mask mandates and other precautions
that were taken are worse then the untold suffering by millions from Covid and all the lives that have been devastated by it….
You can certainly recover from a bad year for business or a missed vacation, not so much from death.
CF says
John W, its not about what i want, its that hawaii in particular feels that you can change laws and what basically amounts to god given rights as a us citizen? How about a big NO to that 😀 Anyone that took history and civics should realize that the constitution and bill of rights is precious. In fact it states in that document to actually do what was done where congress was stormed in a citizen uprising. Why? They want those things, little things like not having to wear a turban in a public place.
Hawaiians complain that they were stolen by the usa. Well usa and hawaii itself are based on that foundation. What about respect for that? Its a two way street
JohnW says
Yet you come across as someone who has no problem with the recent assault on Democracy our Country has experienced??
I’m old fashioned, I think things like democracy, honesty and integrity are important. I have no problem if faced with a national emergency we pull together and do what is most beneficial for all.
Simple fact is Hawaii’s Covid response, while not perfect, saved a lot of lives.
Kimberly T says
CF;
You are absolutely correct. The governors who locked down their states have broken the law. It’s unfortunate so many people do not know their local or federal laws. Its for this reason they retort, “so 600,000 deaths isn’t a good reason?” The fact is, thats about how many people died fighting the civil war. But, I guess for some, those deaths don’t matter. Those men and women ‘gave’ their lives for the freedoms that were so quickly and without logical thought or reasoning given up this past year of which, maybe/probably will never be fully given back. That scares me far more than dying from a virus. I can easily control whether I get sick or not just by taking care of myself. Its far more difficult to get back freedoms lost. Its a proven fact.
Your logic and thinking are on the correct path.
James B says
OMG. Have you literally gone down the rabbit hole? Your ignorance of the powers inherent in the fifty states belies your knowledge of the content of the 10th Amendment and various state laws that place public emergencies, disaster declarations and even martial law in the hands of the state legislatures and Governors.
As for your false equivalency of Civil War deaths, I am assuming that you are not an insurrectionist. Otherwise you would have realized that the 7, growing to 11 states and Indian territories that joined the previous insurrectionists accounted for ~255,000 of the ~600,000 deaths total in the war. If “giving one’s life for their freedoms” equates to insurrectionist rebels who fought to keep their slave-based “freedoms” is equivalent to folks like you who spread false equivalencies and outright falsehoods.
Sorry Kimberly, but your facts, logic, understanding of history and thought processes are sorely lacking.
Do I write this in hopes of influencing your behavior. Nope. But I cannot let your twisted view of the world go unaddressed.
CF says
Thanks Kimberly. That is what was taught to me in class yes and what many in mainland usa generally felt for decades sbout the usa govt and individual rights. I havnt heard of what was stated by James B. James b, what you said about 10th amendment may, but probably does NOT override those basic bill of rights protections. It states only martial law can override. And thats at the point where there is citywide riots or immediate imminent danger to a majority of the population, not 1 percent or less from a virus. Staying home or going out in whatever is a right and a choice in usa. Hawaii seems to be more of the opposite.
Kimberly T says
James B;
Please show me the verbiage in the 10th Amendment that says the government can issue a state if emergency indefinitely.
What an odd thing to ask; if I am an insurrectionist. Where in anything I said did I claim I am an insurrectionist? So do you automatically assume anyone who speaks of the civil war is claiming to be an insurrectionist? And which civil war are you talking about? I am referencing he civil war between the north and south where approx 620,000 soldiers died; 360,000 from the north and 258,000 from the south. The most deaths in any war to date. Did Indians fight in that war? Probably. However, I have no clue how it’s relevant to my point.
Paul C says
yall are the only ones who seem to be living in fear. The rest of us are getting vaccinated doing our part to get things back to normal. Your excuse is what exactly?
Nancy D says
Living in fear…. if you were not living in fear you would not have fear of the unvaccinated. You are vaccinated so don’t worry about mask and unvaccinated people. LIVE YOUR LIFE SIR. Don’t let that fresh air scare you.
Kimberly T says
I hear you Nancy D. People have no idea that we had a flu pandemic in 2017/2018…. oh, and in 2009, because they were never told.
From the CDC: US ONLY numbers
“CDC estimates that influenza was associated with 45 million illnesses, 21 million medical visits, 810,000 hospitalizations, and 61,000 deaths during the 2017–2018 influenza season. This burden was higher than any season since the 2009 pandemic and serves as a reminder of how severe seasonal influenza can be.”
Paul C says
You forgot the next line Specifically, CDC estimates that influenza vaccination during the 2017–2018 influenza season prevented 6.2 million illnesses, 3.2 million medical visits, 91,000 hospitalizations and 5,700 deaths associated with influenza. This report underscores the benefits of the current vaccination program, but also highlights areas where improvements in vaccine uptake and vaccine effectiveness could deliver even greater benefits to the public’s health.
”
Yes 61,000 is too many but that is a full 10% of what this pandemic has killed. So yes influenza is bad but no where near as bad as covid19.
Nancy D says
Thank you !!!
Paul C says
Where in any of my comments did I say I fear the unvaccinated? I didnt. I am not worried at all. I am fully vaccinated. Someone else wants to roll the dice and not be and possibly get covid thats on them not me. Stop putting words in my mouth that I never said.
PS interesting who you work for advocating the fake vaccine cards. Wonder if they know?
Nancy D says
No fear Paul No Fear. Of course my work knows everything about me. It’s a huge medical center hospital. We even have one in Hawaii.
Paul C says
I take it you dont think that 600,000 deaths basically in a years frame time is just no big deal right? Hawaii gets 10-20 million visitors annually and had they stayed open and allowed the virus to spread across Hawaii it would have absolutely devastated the islands.
Vaccines are allowing them to open back up and numbers are now dropping. IT was and is an emergency as long as one citizen is vulnerable to getting covid19.
“Also this started the do what ever the pols says and media will cancel your account for the sin of posting real peer reviewed research papers proving the opposite position” Lol only when you spread lies and misinformation that is politically motivated. Your freedoms are just fine. Stop whining. Your privilege is showing.
“So I think it’s time we demand pol / health depts are required to provide real peer reviewed scieNce based facts for the loss of liberty.” What does this even mean? You would come off much more credible if you used proper spelling. You have lost NO liberty. None.
Not a history major I see “It would be nice if courts would do their jobs by demanding that the govt prove in court that what they’re asking is valid before any mandate is put into effect. So really we need the court not the pols / admin state to issue any mandate esp those that deny liberty” the courts right up to the US Supreme court time after time have ruled that governors have every right to look out for the health of their citizens. SO nice try but history says your wrong.
“That said where’s the proof that masks do anything to stop the spread?” Do tell me please why do doctors and nurses wear masks if they dont work? Huh? you cant nor will you answer that.
Sheryl B says
I have been reading the comments on this and several other recent posts and it amazes me how many people are so paranoid about massive numbers of tourists with bogus vaccination cards. I am not naive and I know that there will be someone out there stupid enough to try it, but believe it or not, the overwhelming majority of people traveling to Hawaii are hard working, honest people who just want to have a relaxing vacation with family or friends, and they have zero interest in risking not only the money they spent on the trip, but their freedom, their reputation and their livelihoods by presenting fake vaccine records, which is a felony. This is just yet another example of how this entire Covid fiasco has programmed people to allow fear to rule their thoughts and their lives. No reasonable person thinks that thousands of people are going to be entering the state every day with fake cards. At some point, common sense and a trust that the overwhelming majority of people are honest and good must overrule the fear.
Lee S says
Amen, Sheryl. Thank you.
Gerhard says
No one knows what the final outcome will be. But, you can be sure, the CDC vaccination cards will not be accepted as proof of vaccination. There will be some other tool in place to make sure your info is correct. Probably some kind of App with a QR code connected to the health department of your state of residence.
Paul C says
interesting how the vaccine card I still have from when I was a child was perfectly acceptable and now it isnt? There has to be a basic honesty and the honor system should be good enough. But according to Nancy everyone traveling has faked documents so you know
Joerg H. says
Sheryl B,
Exactly! It’s all just a small but vocal minority of people who are fear-mongering. The best part is that the answer to the issues they raise about fake cards is having vaccine passports, which they ALSO don’t like. So in the end, it’s all just a lot of fear-mongering so that they can get what they really want, which is to pretend that there’s nothing going on and so that they don’t have to do anything to help protect Hawaii during a pandemic.
Paul C says
I am always amazed at the very same people who claim when it comes to actually following rules and guidelines laid out they don’t ever want to have to follow any rules. They think freedom means never ever having to do anything they don’t want to do.
Andrea says
Aloha Sheryl, very well said!! I am one of those hard working people who can’t wait to get to Hawaii!! I’ve been dreaming all my life of my trip to Oahu & now I’m making my dream come true for next year♡♡
Paulc says
Thank you. Thank you thank you
JohnW says
Well said Sheryl….simple fact is most people are not like Nancy…most people are in fact getting vaccinated…most people will be just fine.
Nothing will ever be 100 percent, the huge death toll and suffering is mostly behind us and what’s left is a lot of people doing the right thing and some going down the narcissism or conspiracy theory rabbit hole….we have to look forward like you obviously are.
Nancy D says
Well since all you are getting vaccinated you should be protected so don’t worry about us that decide not to. You are protected that’s why you have chosen to get vaccinated.
JohnW says
It’s not as simple as that Nancy, there are plenty of people that have medical issues that prevent them from getting vaccinated, protecting them is important too. Getting vaccinated is also about doing what’s best for society as whole as well as enhanced personal safety. I think you said you work in a hospital?
Being unvaccinated means you have a better chance of carrying the virus into a place that has patients that are more vulnerable and could die from Covid.
Getting vaccinated is also doing your part to get the economy going quicker.
NancyD says
Yes I do work at a very large trauma center I wear my mask to work never take it off and I do protect my coworkers and patients. The flu kills people with low immune also. It’s contagious also and I have seen people on ventilators with the flu. I am responsible around where I am to be
JohnW says
Good to know you are not an anti masker! 🙂
Paul C says
and most people are honest, want to have a nice vacation and even the most ardent anti whatever if they really want to go they will do what is needed to get to Hawaii and not complain too much about it. Folks its not all about you. Its all about all of us as a whole.
Nancy D says
OH WELL … Well think that way.
Barbara M says
Paul C… thanks remainingvlevel
Headed and expressing yourself so well.
Nancy D.., please go away!
Paul C says
Thank you Barbara! Much appreciated. I run several forums that have large numbers of posters. I get complained to all the time about the things I allow vs not. I am guessing BOH cuts quite a bit of crazy out before we see it! 🙂 Mahalo!
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Paul (and Barbara).
We say, “you should have seen the ones that got away.” About 60 comments have been deleted in the past 30 days (which isn’t bad considering the overall number). It’s a tough call. We try our best.
Aloha.
Ed. C says
Aloha, BOH. I dare say the overwhelming majority of your subscribers will be so glad when this whole thing is behind us so we can get back to enjoying your posts about Hawaii instead of dreading opening another email filled with comments from about half of a dozen of commenters who do nothing to add to the conversation about the actual post. I don’t care if they are from Portland or Florida.
Mahalo.
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Ed.
LOL. We’re with you on that and sure never expected this. Thanks for hanging in there. BTW, we appreciate your 80 comments to date!
Aloha.
Paulc says
I do not envy you having to moderate all of this. Thank you though for all your work. I’d love to buy you guys a beer in Honolulu when I’m there! 6-4-14
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Paul.
Thanks. We’re based on Kauai, so if you head this way, please let us know. We appreciate your almost 500 comments to date!
Aloha.
Nancy D says
Why should I go away when I am not threatening. Just reality facts I am stating.
So you can not accept that ?
Barbara M says
Paul C… thanks for remaining level
headed and expressing yourself so well.
Nancy D.., please go away!
Roy H says
Aloha Guys
Another part of the puzzle is falling into place, thank you.
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Roy.
Thanks. We appreciate your frequent comments!
Aloha.
Paul C says
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March 30, 2021
Alert Number
I-033021-PSA
Questions regarding this PSA should be directed to your local FBI Field Office.
Local Field Office Locations: http://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices
If You Make or Buy a Fake COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card, You Endanger Yourself and Those Around You, and You Are Breaking the Law
The Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG) and the FBI are advising the public to be aware of individuals selling fake COVID-19 vaccination record cards and encouraging others to print fake cards at home. Fake vaccination record cards have been advertised on social media websites, as well as e-commerce platforms and blogs.
Vaccination record cards are intended to provide recipients of the COVID-19 vaccine with information about the type of vaccine they received, and when they may be able to receive a second dose of the vaccine. If you did not receive the vaccine, do not buy fake vaccine cards, do not make your own vaccine cards, and do not fill-in blank vaccination record cards with false information. By misrepresenting yourself as vaccinated when entering schools, mass transit, workplaces, gyms, or places of worship, you put yourself and others around you at risk of contracting COVID-19. Additionally, the unauthorized use of an official government agency’s seal (such as HHS or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)) is a crime, and may be punishable under Title 18 United States Code, Section 1017, and other applicable laws.
Because individuals may use fake vaccine cards to misrepresent themselves as vaccinated, we strongly encourage businesses, schools, places of worship, and government agencies to follow CDC guidance and continue to maintain social distancing and use personal protective equipment. If you did receive the vaccine, we recommend you do not post photos of your vaccine card to social media websites—your personal information could be stolen to commit fraud. For more inform
Nancy D says
You trying to scare people? It won’t work.
Take a look all over the internet fake cards everywhere and there is no way they can control all them fake cards going on out there.
Of course it’s against the law. So are fake ID’s Fake drivers license. Fake money. All them gang bangers with guns. The FBI should be concentrated on them guys killing people with guns etc etc.
it’s wrong fake cards of course. But if you are on a plane or wherever and you have that fear of someone having a fake card wear your mask and / or stay home. You can protect yourself if you are paranoid.
Paul C says
Not at all Nancy. By the way I spent a few hours researching this very issue and while yes there are some places you can find a card.
Anyone using them for any travel face serious consequences amd I’m sure will be easily caught. So my point is while it may get you into an event it will not get you into Hawaii
Nancy D says
Come on PAUL C I was just in Kona and the guy was standing at the gate asking people to show there vaccination card and he just let them through to baggage claim right off the plane as passengers showed the card walking by him. I seen it with my own eyes. Shish
David B says
Well, Nancy, who you gonna believe? Paul C, or your eyes?
Nancy D says
My Eyes I was there … going again to.
Paul C must not have faith in his vaccine. Stay home you will be safe there Paul C
Paulc says
Lmao sure you were just in Kona using your faked illegal vaccine card and your faked negative test.
Sheesh is right.
CF says
And Paul C is at it again, lol
Paul c says
and CF is still here spewing about Florida. Reminder this is Beat of Hawaii not Beat of Florida. GO elsewhere and advertise for your dear little island oh wait Florida is not an island.
Paul C says
I will take a covid19 test
I will show my vaccine card
I will display a vaccine wrist band and button showing I am vaccinated.
I will not complain about having to wear a mask or follow the rules in Hawaii
I respect the Hawaiian people, its culture and will do everything in my power to do what is needed to get there and have a fantastic time and not complain about it.
I grow very weary of the conspiracy theorists, the fraudsters that claim they can easily forge a vaccine card.
That being said I will do what I need to do without complaining to get to Hawaii and spend tons of money on the local economy.
I for one am willing to follow what ever rules are set out and not complain about them.
Pam G. says
Mahalo for voicing this. I get so tired of complaints and sarcasms being posted. Do what you must do to protect yourself and others and enjoy the Aloha in Hawaii!
Paulc says
Thank you me too!
Andrea says
Pam, well said. I’m planning my life long dream vacation trip to Oahu next year & I’m getting very excited & can’t wait ♡♡ A very long time coming for me & I’m going to enjoy every second of my time in Beautiful Paradise because this most likely will be my only opportunity to come to Hawaii!!
Nancy D says
Have faith in your vaccine then.
BARBARA M says
PAUL C… It’s always so wonderful to read a voice of reason. Mahalo nui loa!
Tina says
I’m a little confused. We still need a negative test even thou we had the vaccine? Thank you for your response.
Beat of Hawaii says
Hi Tina.
Yes, until further notice you do need to follow Hawaii’s testing procedures.
Aloha.
Mike E says
Have there been any comments regarding testing changes for children under 12 traveling with vaccinated parents?