183 thoughts on “Hawaii Further Delays Reopening. Is October Even Possible?”
Eve G
After Governor Ige’s announcement today that he would be pushing the re-opening for tourists to at least Oct. 1st, I went ahead and cancelled my reservations. I haven’t heard from the condo owner yet, but I had until Sept 11th to make final payment or cancel, so that shouldn’t be a problem, and Hawaiian Airlines issued me a travel credit good for 2 years. I’m very happy with that – they were non-refundable tickets, and they didn’t charge me a fee. I know none of this is anyone’s fault. I just hope I can get back to Hawaii before I’m too old to enjoy it. Mahalo, and stay safe everyone.
Beat of Hawaii
Hi Eve.
Thanks.
Aloha.
Mark P
As predicted
Hawaii Reopening will be post Nov 3
Ramon M
Found him! The guy who knows everything
Rick S.
While I still believe the Governor is a good man and he bears the concerns of caretaking for all Hawaii residents and visitors, I ALSO feel that perhaps emergency management is out of his wheelhouse. To simply state that planning is essentially based upon what is going on in the mainland is effective management. At the same time, while the idea of replacing public officials be it Gov. Ige or the Dept of Public Health May sound attractive, we must accept that replacement may prolong the situation more than pushing for adjustment.
Dealing with emergency management is to manage the associated risks. It can be compared to gambling, only involving the very highest risks. Hawaii needs to really take in the tally of risks to waiting compared to risks of gradual reopening. Important factors are community education and compliance, medical and social support, effective transportation and infrastructure, and to a very small degree- enforcement and prosecution as a last resort.
Risk should also be measured from individual islands because each island has its own risk factors and abilities to handle anticipated spikes in cases. What must also be discussed is the need for family disposition if a visitor passes. Each island has a slightly different subculture that must be respected.
Hawaii needs to make moves to reopen, taking risk into account, With this in mind, a month to month assessment and evolving action plans are critical. It is my belief that government leaders should create and then communicate a basic action plan to residents. Such a plan would list options for introduction of reopening travel and commerce along with risk factors under consideration.
To say “This is global” is absolutely true. But, risk is best mitigated by analyzing a working area- Kauai for example. And list off the infrastructure capabilities to react to medical spikes and weigh that against factors such as unemployment, bankruptcy, mental health complications from extended quarantine.
Tammy W
Governor Ige is going to give me a heart attack, real talk. I rescheduled a multi-island trip from May until October 28th.
Every time he comes on with the reopening dates (Aug1 then Sept1 and now Oct1???) I get a little excited that this trip could be possible. Now, because I only have until September 20th to cancel part of the trip, I have to forfeit 50% of my timeshare money for something that’s not my fault. Plus, deal with the airlines.
I have until October 20th to deal with the first island trip but it’s such a goat rodeo I’ve completely lost faith, and quite honestly, respect for the Hawaiian government.
With millions of people in San Diego, we just got off the state watch list and everything is business as usual for most of the population. We’ve had to work this entire time.
As long as social distancing, face coverings, and hand washing continues with everyone in the community adhering to those rules, the infection rate has little chance of increasing.
Seriously, millions of people in San Diego out working and enjoying life. What is Hawaii’s problem with confirmed test results before arrival?
It feels like this is another opportunity for Hawaii to control the population and make money off of another catastrophe. I’m sure that’s what this is about. They want the Cares Act COVID funding at the detriment of their own economy. It’s almost comical. Except it’s not. Thanks BOH. Truly appreciate you for keeping us informed.
Beat of Hawaii
Hi Tammy.
Thanks again.
Aloha.
Capt. A.
When will Hawai’i QUIT voting for corrupt, clueless, self-serving politicians and their bureaucrat cronies???
THAT IS WHAT’S CREATED THIS DYSTOPIAN, DYSFUNCTIONAL NIGHTMARE !!!
I’ve lived in the Territory and State since the ’50s and I KNOW whereof I speak.
Hawai’i and politics since Statehood = a classic case of a self-inflicted gunshot wounds.
Believe it.
Like the song says … “When will they ever learn … when will they EVER learn … “
Scott
Face it Ige….you are not opening up tourism, until a vaccine is available and those arriving can prove they have had the shot. You don’t have the stomach to take any risk other than to bankrupt Hawaiian citizens.
Shawn C.
As with the rest of the country and the world, Hawaii is continually learning how to deal with this pandemic, as we have all never had to deal with something like this before. Politicians, business owners, citizens, travelers, even our pets, are in a constant state of flux with so much uncertainty. Having said this, we shouldn’t cast blame on anybody for oversights, second guessing, and changing the “rules” as we move along. Everyone is doing the best the can. I don’t think any mistakes are intentional.
Debi S
Aloha! I’m more interested as to when they will open without any restrictions, including no masks. We’re booked for May 2021, but will cancel again if we can’t visit without restrictions. We won’t travel anywhere if masks are required. Don’t get me wrong, right now we wear our masks, stay home, etc. But once we venture out to travel, we want to do so unconstrained. Stay well. Aloha.
Sarah
Then you might as well cancel for May 2021. There is no way that Hawaii is going to allow tourists without masks in May. They are too full of fear. I seriously doubt they will open in 2020.
Debi S
Aloha Sarah, We will wait until January 2021 to see how the restrictions are playing out, and will make the decision then. Mahalo for your feedback.
Dale G.
BOH:
Always great to receive your unbiased and helpful news on Hawaii travel. I have surrendered to the fact I can’t come visit my grandkids on Kauai until travel restrictions of any kind are lifted. The airlines AND hotels are taking money for tickets and accommodations and when the dates are canceled by the State, only give a “voucher” for a future date. Problem with that is there’s always a catch – later. Prices skyrocket at hotels, and if one has paid a deposit at the 90-day prior mark the chains take the ENTIRE projected vacation cost if you haven’t canceled yourself. Both airlines and hotels are paying the cash flow game. As a businessman I really don’t blame them but the hotels (especially) are not being up front with the small print. Has anyone else heard of this unfortunate monitization?
Thanks for your updates.
Beat of Hawaii
Hi Dale.
Thank you.
Aloha.
Robert H
I have no confidence that Hawaii will open October 1st. when the governor of the state is not doing a lockdown of a restaurants or spas everything has to be shut down is the only way to control thid virus. I think the mayor should take over running each of the islands and if they get under the control then flights can fly into Maui to the big island or Kauai and forget anybody flying to Oahu. And there could be no inner island flights to Oahu either.
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After Governor Ige’s announcement today that he would be pushing the re-opening for tourists to at least Oct. 1st, I went ahead and cancelled my reservations. I haven’t heard from the condo owner yet, but I had until Sept 11th to make final payment or cancel, so that shouldn’t be a problem, and Hawaiian Airlines issued me a travel credit good for 2 years. I’m very happy with that – they were non-refundable tickets, and they didn’t charge me a fee. I know none of this is anyone’s fault. I just hope I can get back to Hawaii before I’m too old to enjoy it. Mahalo, and stay safe everyone.
Hi Eve.
Thanks.
Aloha.
As predicted
Hawaii Reopening will be post Nov 3
Found him! The guy who knows everything
While I still believe the Governor is a good man and he bears the concerns of caretaking for all Hawaii residents and visitors, I ALSO feel that perhaps emergency management is out of his wheelhouse. To simply state that planning is essentially based upon what is going on in the mainland is effective management. At the same time, while the idea of replacing public officials be it Gov. Ige or the Dept of Public Health May sound attractive, we must accept that replacement may prolong the situation more than pushing for adjustment.
Dealing with emergency management is to manage the associated risks. It can be compared to gambling, only involving the very highest risks. Hawaii needs to really take in the tally of risks to waiting compared to risks of gradual reopening. Important factors are community education and compliance, medical and social support, effective transportation and infrastructure, and to a very small degree- enforcement and prosecution as a last resort.
Risk should also be measured from individual islands because each island has its own risk factors and abilities to handle anticipated spikes in cases. What must also be discussed is the need for family disposition if a visitor passes. Each island has a slightly different subculture that must be respected.
Hawaii needs to make moves to reopen, taking risk into account, With this in mind, a month to month assessment and evolving action plans are critical. It is my belief that government leaders should create and then communicate a basic action plan to residents. Such a plan would list options for introduction of reopening travel and commerce along with risk factors under consideration.
To say “This is global” is absolutely true. But, risk is best mitigated by analyzing a working area- Kauai for example. And list off the infrastructure capabilities to react to medical spikes and weigh that against factors such as unemployment, bankruptcy, mental health complications from extended quarantine.
Governor Ige is going to give me a heart attack, real talk. I rescheduled a multi-island trip from May until October 28th.
Every time he comes on with the reopening dates (Aug1 then Sept1 and now Oct1???) I get a little excited that this trip could be possible. Now, because I only have until September 20th to cancel part of the trip, I have to forfeit 50% of my timeshare money for something that’s not my fault. Plus, deal with the airlines.
I have until October 20th to deal with the first island trip but it’s such a goat rodeo I’ve completely lost faith, and quite honestly, respect for the Hawaiian government.
With millions of people in San Diego, we just got off the state watch list and everything is business as usual for most of the population. We’ve had to work this entire time.
As long as social distancing, face coverings, and hand washing continues with everyone in the community adhering to those rules, the infection rate has little chance of increasing.
Seriously, millions of people in San Diego out working and enjoying life. What is Hawaii’s problem with confirmed test results before arrival?
It feels like this is another opportunity for Hawaii to control the population and make money off of another catastrophe. I’m sure that’s what this is about. They want the Cares Act COVID funding at the detriment of their own economy. It’s almost comical. Except it’s not. Thanks BOH. Truly appreciate you for keeping us informed.
Hi Tammy.
Thanks again.
Aloha.
When will Hawai’i QUIT voting for corrupt, clueless, self-serving politicians and their bureaucrat cronies???
THAT IS WHAT’S CREATED THIS DYSTOPIAN, DYSFUNCTIONAL NIGHTMARE !!!
I’ve lived in the Territory and State since the ’50s and I KNOW whereof I speak.
Hawai’i and politics since Statehood = a classic case of a self-inflicted gunshot wounds.
Believe it.
Like the song says … “When will they ever learn … when will they EVER learn … “
Face it Ige….you are not opening up tourism, until a vaccine is available and those arriving can prove they have had the shot. You don’t have the stomach to take any risk other than to bankrupt Hawaiian citizens.
As with the rest of the country and the world, Hawaii is continually learning how to deal with this pandemic, as we have all never had to deal with something like this before. Politicians, business owners, citizens, travelers, even our pets, are in a constant state of flux with so much uncertainty. Having said this, we shouldn’t cast blame on anybody for oversights, second guessing, and changing the “rules” as we move along. Everyone is doing the best the can. I don’t think any mistakes are intentional.
Aloha! I’m more interested as to when they will open without any restrictions, including no masks. We’re booked for May 2021, but will cancel again if we can’t visit without restrictions. We won’t travel anywhere if masks are required. Don’t get me wrong, right now we wear our masks, stay home, etc. But once we venture out to travel, we want to do so unconstrained. Stay well. Aloha.
Then you might as well cancel for May 2021. There is no way that Hawaii is going to allow tourists without masks in May. They are too full of fear. I seriously doubt they will open in 2020.
Aloha Sarah, We will wait until January 2021 to see how the restrictions are playing out, and will make the decision then. Mahalo for your feedback.
BOH:
Always great to receive your unbiased and helpful news on Hawaii travel. I have surrendered to the fact I can’t come visit my grandkids on Kauai until travel restrictions of any kind are lifted. The airlines AND hotels are taking money for tickets and accommodations and when the dates are canceled by the State, only give a “voucher” for a future date. Problem with that is there’s always a catch – later. Prices skyrocket at hotels, and if one has paid a deposit at the 90-day prior mark the chains take the ENTIRE projected vacation cost if you haven’t canceled yourself. Both airlines and hotels are paying the cash flow game. As a businessman I really don’t blame them but the hotels (especially) are not being up front with the small print. Has anyone else heard of this unfortunate monitization?
Thanks for your updates.
Hi Dale.
Thank you.
Aloha.
I have no confidence that Hawaii will open October 1st. when the governor of the state is not doing a lockdown of a restaurants or spas everything has to be shut down is the only way to control thid virus. I think the mayor should take over running each of the islands and if they get under the control then flights can fly into Maui to the big island or Kauai and forget anybody flying to Oahu. And there could be no inner island flights to Oahu either.