AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoKauai Tourism: Hurricane Lowell drove hotel revenue down 40.7% on Kauai in September, even as Maui, Oahu and Hawaii Island lifted statewide results. Statewide occupancy was flat at 69.7%; hotel leaders say higher rates, not stronger demand, drove the gains. The Hawaii Tourism Authority is seeking an emergency declaration after Lowell’s toll. Airport Updates: Lihue Airport’s Baggage Claim pickup area is closed for construction, with rideshares, taxis and shuttles redirected to the reopened A area. Southwest plans a new Honolulu airport lounge as part of a network set to open in late 2027. Visitor Events: Kauai’s Rainbow Wahine Invitational is promoting “Kauai Is Open with Aloha” as teams compete at Hokuala. On Oahu, the Nov. 6 Hawaii Food & Wine Festival will offer a hands-on kalo and local food experience at Kaka‘akoʻiwi. New Attraction: The Laie zip line project’s partner acknowledged construction violations as the company faces community concerns over its planned mountain course.
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