Travel Safety
Chain of Craters Road Still Closed After Short Kīlauea Eruption
There is no current eruption, but officials have raised the hazard alert to watch.
Get Snorkel and Ocean Safety Tips from a Hawaiʻi Boat Captain and Crew
Your beginner’s guide to snorkeling in Hawaiʻi.
Winter Weather Brings Snow to Hawaiʻi
As gusty wind and heavy rain showers move through the Islands, Mauna Kea on Hawaiʻi Island is blanketed with snow—and not just at the summit. The Mauna Kea Visitor Center is dusted with snow, too.
Kīlauea Eruption Resumes—UPDATED
Lava returns to Halemaʻumaʻu crater after a nearly month-long pause.
How to See the Mauna Loa Volcano Eruption
Tips for planning a trip to Hawaiʻi Island to witness the historic eruption.
7 Convincing Reasons to Subscribe to HAWAIʻI Magazine
There’s never been a better time to subscribe.
Get Beach Safety Tips from a Veteran Hawaiʻi Lifeguard
Sam Fisher, a longtime lifeguard on Oʻahu’s North Shore, shares what to bring to the beach, where to see turtles and how to not be a kook.
U.S. Drops COVID-19 Test Requirement for International Travel
That means international visitors to Hawaiʻi can travel here without any COVID-19 testing requirements.
Masks No Longer Required at Hawaiʻi Airports and on Most U.S. Flights
A federal judge in Florida struck down the federal travel-related mask mandate on Monday.
Hawaiʻi Will Drop Indoor Mask Requirements on March 25
The statewide indoor mask mandate will expire at 11:59 p.m. on March 25 along with the Safe Travels program.
What You Need to Know About Counties in Hawaiʻi Dropping COVID-19 Restrictions
While counties in Hawaiʻi repeal emergency Covid rules, the state's indoor mask mandate still stands.
Hawaiʻi Lifts COVID-19 Restrictions on Domestic Travel
Starting March 26, domestic travelers will no longer need to quarantine or show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test to enter the state.
Oʻahu Mayor Rick Blangiardi Announces the End of City’s COVID-19 Emergency Orders
For the first time in two years, Oʻahu will not be operating under an emergency order regarding COVID-19.
Maui Drops Booster Shot Requirement for Full Vaccination Status
Starting today, having a booster shot—while still recommended—will not be required for fully vaccinated activities on Maui.
Hawaiʻi Reduces Quarantine Time for COVID-19 to Match CDC Guidelines
The mandatory quarantine period has dropped from ten days to five, along with a slew of other COVID-19 regulation changes.
What to Know About COVID-19 Booster Requirements on Maui
Maui County changes its definition of being “fully vaccinated.”
Hawaiʻi Records Its Highest COVID-19 Numbers Over Holidays
Here's how to stay safe and what to expect as Hawaiʻi reports over a thousand COVID-19 cases a day.
Attention Travelers: This is a New Hawaiʻi
If you’re planning a trip to the Islands soon, you’ll want to read this.
New Rules for International Travel to Hawaiʻi Starting Nov. 8
Restrictions on restaurants will be easing, too.
Oʻahu to Allow Large Outdoor, Indoor Venues to Operate at Full Capacity
Starting Nov. 3, COVID-19 restrictions will be eased on Oʻahu. Honolulu Marathon, anyone?
Hawaiʻi Welcomes Non-Essential Travelers Back to Hawaiʻi Starting Nov. 1
Hawaiʻi Gov. David Ige invites vaccinated visitors and residents to return to the Islands this winter.
Oʻahu Sees More Restrictions Easing This Week
Some outdoor events return this week and larger weddings can be held starting Oct. 20.
