Hawaii news: Hawaii Island leads state's record growth

 

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HAWAII February 5, 2018 INSIGHT BY TOVIN LAPAN Hawaii Island leads state's sixth straight year of growth State visitor spending hit $16.78 billion and visitors arrivals reached nearly 9.4 million for 2017, increases of 6.2% and 5% respectively. READ MORE NEWS Concierge dispute prompts Royal Hawaiian walkout Management company Kyo-ya also owns the Moana Surfrider, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel and Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Hotel. READ MORE HTA announces new deal with PGA As it has since 2001, the PGA will continue to hold three championship golf tournaments in Hawaii, the state tourism authority announced. READ MORE Prince Waikiki Resort names new executive chef Joseph Almoguera has been with the hotel since 2013 and most recently served as the chef de cuisine for the resort's 100 Sails Restaurant and Bar. READ MORE Advertisement SELLING GUIDED VACATIONS Guided vacations bring travelers deep into heart of a destination while taking care of all the logistics, providing a win-win for both clients and savvy travel agents. In this first in a series of thought leaderships from The Travel Corporation, discover selling points, customer responses and marketing tips for selling guided vacations that deliver unique experiences, healthy commissions, ease of planning and repeat business. Sponsored by The Travel Corporation. Read More FEATURED STORY Pow! Wow! Hawaii promoting the arts in Honolulu This year Pow! Wow! Hawaii runs Feb. 8 to 18 and includes a breakdancing competition, artist talks and workshops, and the robust mural project at the heart of each year's program. READ MORE MORE FROM TRAVEL WEEKLY Wheels Up: The great seat-assignment game By Robert Silk The often mysterious process behind airline seat assignments raises issues of trust and transparency. READ MORE HAWAII Editor: Tovin Lapan Email the editor Follow us on: Subscribe to Travel Weekly eNewsletters For promotional opportunities in this newsletter, contact sales@travelweekly.com 100 Lighting Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094   201-902-2000 Privacy Policy You can unsubscribe if you wish to stop receiving TW Hawaii newsletter.