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  1. Al G

    So glad that Hawaii is beginning to open back up to tourism! So sad that the local population is going to have to deal with the mixed attitudes in regards to mask wearing that is witnessed daily here on the mainland. Many no doubt feel some sense of entitlement, as they are not residents. It needs to be stated that masks are not an option when visiting. We have plans in place to return in April for an extended stay. We will follow whatever local mandates in place at that time. A small price to pay to be able to visit. We are hopeful for ALL the peoples of Hawaii that financial security will return.

  2. Claudia S

    This is disheartening. When I went to Palm Springs about a month ago, there is a huge billboard when you drive into town that says wear your mask, or you’ll be fined. All over town, the restaurants, stores, hotels, etc. have huge signs saying to wear your mask. And everyone does. It doesn’t take much more than that, does it? I like the idea of having it on the video screens when you’re flying to Hawaii. Perhaps a page added to the emergency exit information we all find in our seatbacks would also be helpful. Once again, Mahalo for keeping us up to date.

    1. Beat of Hawaii

      Hi Claudia.

      Good idea on having that in the seatback as well. Since there are no billboards in Hawaii… Thank you for your many comments.

      Aloha.

    2. Joerg H.

      California is one of the best in the nation when it comes to mask-wearing. The average for the US is around 50%, and CA is at 64%. 64% is still not all that great (the experts would like to see something in the 90’s), but like I said, better than average, BTW, Hawaii is #3 in the nation for its mask-wearing rate! It varies by island, but it looks like the average is in the high 70% range! It’s no surprise then that when a huge influx of visitors show up that come from places where the mask-wearing average is lower you’re going to see a lot of enforcement action, especially at the beginning. I’m not sure that showing people a short video is going to change their attitudes about masks that they bring with them to the islands.

  3. Capt A.

    “5,000 Police Warnings/Citations” ???

    Ahhhhhhhh … the “aloha spirit” is still alive and well, I see.

    Hawai’i is in such deep trouble … it’s sad and it didn’t have to be that way. I feel for my former (and sometimes current) home (dating back to the ’50s)

    Auē …

  4. Nancy S.

    The mask wearing must be enforced at all times, even while eating. Masks are removed only when food arrives at the table and put on immediately when meal is completed. Mask must be on at all times, no exceptions and fines given out who do not follow the rules. Put visitor information on planes as well at rental car agencies. Coming to HI for the Holidays so hoping that Hawai’i enforces these rules to tourists!

  5. Casey O

    Aloha,

    But are the locals universally wearing masks? It is not consistent on the mainland, when you move to a different state. It will be hard to get the tourists to do it, if the locals are not.

    Mahalo

    1. Beat of Hawaii

      Hi Casey.

      Others are welcome to chime in. We see mask-wearing almost without an exception except where there is physical distancing outdoors.

      Aloha.

      1. Lucas W.

        Been on the Mainland in Dixie since late September. When l left Honolulu l most definitely was not wearing a mask when walking on the street or when working on my plot at the Makiki Community Garden. Here in the South masks are definitely on the way out. No question about that in South Carolina and Florida. As for North Carolina where I have been as well you can’t be forced to wear a mask on the sidewalk. Very sad to kearn our state and local governments are now as pupule as Mazie🤪😜 our embarrassment of a US Senator😞.

    2. Joerg H.

      I think I mentioned this in a previous post, Hawaii is #3 in the nation in mask-wearing. It varies a bit from island to island. For example, Kauai is only at 72%, whereas Honolulu is at 85%. Unfortunately, the US average is only around 50%, so a lot of people coming to Hawaii are coming from a place where fewer people wear masks.

  6. Vicki G

    Thank you for all your up to date information especially during these confusing times. We are currently in Maui, having successfully entered with all our documents and negative test results on Friday. My question is this: we are planning on returning to Maui the beginning of December. Does that mean we need to take another Covid test? Or are our results still valid?
    Thank you. Appreciate any info.
    Vicki Grady

    1. Beat of Hawaii

      Hi Vicki.

      Yes, you’ll be going through the whole thing all over again. Should be easier the second time around we’d hope.

      Aloha.

      1. Sue S

        Thanks BoH for all the updates! Written mask info distributed by the airlines would be helpful. Signage in baggage pickup etc would help too. But visitors also need to educate themselves before traveling. Common sense during this uncommon time.

  7. Vicki

    Green said, however, “We have made it very clear that upon entry that everyone has to wear a mask while they’re in Hawaii. They get instructions from our National Guard.”

    If they receive instructions when entry to Hawaii, regardless of what airport, then there is no excuse. I fly back to Maui on Saturday (returning resident as well as a strong mask supporter) and will be able to ascertain the instructions given to the people entering Maui. If it is verbal, well that may not be so good. It should be written and handed it out to every visitor. I. also, am in favor of citations, no warnings. If they can not educate themselves before coming and they are given clear instructions, then why a warning. Sorry, but I want to see Maui protected and not have to go through another shutdown. But if we are not giving tourists clear and written instructions on the island mask policy, then shame on the Mayor.

  8. Dave R

    Yeah, mask up everyone. It’s worked so dam well so far. Cases continue to rise…etc. I verbose is masked up, yet all we hear is about how bad it is. I thing new for Hawaii. Best of Hawaii, you guys are the bomb with your updates! Thank you so much!

  10. Jon D

    Aloha Guys-

    So if I go for a run or a hike with a neck buff and raise it when I am passing someone/can’t keep 6′ away that is not ok?

    thanks

      1. Patrick

        So you have to wear a mask outdoors at all times even if 100s of feet from any people? That pretty much rules out running, biking or hiking, because exercising is pretty miserable with a mask on the whole time in hot, humid conditions. That’s a very different policy than most other states.

        Thanks for keeping us updated. Just booked 2 weeks on Big Island early Dec and this helps know what to expect.

        1. Beat of Hawaii

          Hi Jon.

          We can’t say that with certainty, but it seems that would be acceptable from what we know.

          Aloha.

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