Will this plan further deter visitors from visiting Kauai? Interesting read.
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Will this plan further deter visitors from visiting Kauai? Interesting read.
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Aloha
Realy appreciate what you’re trying to do here! Do you happen to know what set of rules apply if you have to change planes in Honolulu for final destination on Kauai or the big island?
Thank you so much!
Hi Joan.
Thanks. Yes, you will be fine changing planes in Honolulu. It won’t be subject to quarantine as long as you have a negative test.
Aloha.
aloha, being a resident on kaua’i, I can relate to mayor kawakami’s hesitance. He is only doing what he feels will keep the people of kaua’i safe. We live in Hawaii, we have our own eco system, fresh water and most of us do not live in high rise’s. We aren’t dependant upon the mainland, not really…is it worth it? Money before lives? Without lives, there’s no one to make the money! Come on hawai’i, when did you lose your aloha? thank you?
Granted your target market is the average tourist who wishes to visit “Hawaii” and you have no financial incentive to present the “other side of the story”. But I like to believe most of your readers do care about their impact on our residents. What you promote, ie free access to “Hawaii” is feasible for Oahu and only Oahu. They have the medical facilities to be able to react quickly to a virus surge. The neighbor islands do not. By misrepresenting our limited ability to protect our vulnerable citizens on the neighbor islands, you are doing a disservice to your readers and to us.
Looking forward to visiting this beautiful island paradise while following the CDC guidelines. Common sense should be exercised by all parties
Wow, Hawaii is finally getting their act together. The Big Island will have a second test at the airport upon arrival 15/45 minutes more time at the airport for incoming tourist. Looks like all other islands will follow also. The arrival test will be paid for by cares monies. so it should be free. The pre-arrival test is paid for by the visitor.
Mahalo Guys
Hi Roy.
We should hear what is finalized perhaps Monday, from the governor.
Aloha.
Thank you Beat of Hawaii for this update. I have watched the mayor’s video from October 9 however it was a bit confusing about how the number of cases would be measured. Is this the number of cumulative active cases, that is the number of people current tested positive – 1 each day for a week so for a measure of 7 ? Or is it the number of new cases each day, that is 1 each day for a week and so a measure of 1 ? I would think it is the former but the health director’s explanation made me think it was the latter.
I also think that strong persuasion for a second test after 3 days is a great idea. Hopefully what is meant by signing up industry partners means something like tour companies won’t let you join without the second test.
I think that the biggest risks are going to be visitors bringing certain mainland attitudes to the island. I hope there will very strong enforcement of wearing of masks and social distancing. And perhaps the airlines can play a video explaining this and the fact that there are 7 ICU beds or something like that and you really don’t want to get sick on the island.
Hi AW.
We don’t know the answer to that. Thanks.
Aloha.
Do you have any idea about the Big Islands plan? Is Mayor Kim on board with the Governor’s plan or opting out.
Aloha,
We all certainly understand the need to contain this virus. As for travel is concerned – we are planning on traveling December 9-16 to Kauai – changing planes in Oahu only. I’m afraid the tiers could change while we are already there – in essence locking us in our hotel until we depart. I can imagine if we purchased any activities getting refunds would be a challenge as well. Praying for a safe solution in the next month!
Thank you..
Thank you.