34 thoughts on “2022 Predictions For Hawaii Travel”

  1. I have reservations for Maui the last week of November. I have already had my Covid shot.
    Will I have any travel problems
    When I arrive?
    Thank you,
    Gregory O

  2. Interesting article. What was not addressed was the animosity about masks and vaccine verification encountered by workers in the service sector, with people even being physically assaulted. This certainly can cause one to reevaluate one’s career choices,leading to worker shortages.
    As a Hawaii tourist, if you expect “that Aloha welcome”, it helps to be a decent human yourself, and not be a narcissistic, psychic vampire. We are ALL tired. Mahalo.

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    1. For what it’s worth, I’ve been checking rental prices daily for our trip in November. I’ve cancelled and re-reserved multiple times as the price has come down. 11-days are about $600. I’ve also been checking in March for another trip and it’s more expensive then at ~$800. I’ve been using: discounthawaiicarrental.com.

      Thanks.

  3. Very nice article guys. I’m not surprised that the Big Island and Kauai had lower tourist numbers in that time frame. The mayor of Kauai was putting a stop to tourism in a good many ways and on the Big island that very badly done second covid test was criminal. While we were on the Big Island, I saw behavior among some of the locals that I knew was going to catch up with them and that’s exactly happened. (Nov 20) My thinking is that a good many people are finally getting on the same page because, of a lot of hard work by a small group of people.
    Mahalo Guys

  4. Aloha Guys!

    We are headed to Kauai next week and can’t wait! I will echo what others have said. You are my go to for accurate up to date info on what’s happening on the islands. We are staying in Poipu and planning on at least one visit to the north to Ha’ena/Ke’e(have our parking pass for a Sunday!). Are there any notable restaurant or other closures anywhere on the island we should be aware of?

    thanks

    1. Hi Jon.

      So glad to hear you will make it back here next week. Not sure what you’d consider notable. Also, we aren’t as good at restaurants as we are at air travel and accommodations. If there’s anything specific, just give us a shout and we’ll be glad to help. We do know that getting accommodated at restaurants here is considerably slower and more complicated than it once was. So patience will help.

      Aloha.

      1. Thanks. We have several reservations at the Beach House, Merriman’s. They appear to still be open. Appreciate all you do!

        1. Hi Jon.

          Yes, they are still there. Have reservations in advance of travel if possible. Also, check for the hours they are open, as we’ve noticed that is more changeable in the past few months. Thank you too.

          Aloha.

    2. John D. We returned recently from the Big Island, and as far as restaurants are concerned, I would make my reservations well ahead of time. They fill up fast. If you wait till you get there, your choices may be limited, and the waits might be very long. Also, tools like OpenTable are your friends here. 🙂

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