No Ads for Hawaii?Provides information on the lawsuit filed by Sierra Club against the Hawaii Tourism Authority regarding the completion of an environmental impact study in Hawaii. Claims of the Sierra Club; Impact of tourism on the environment; Information on Hawaii's tourism industry.Loftus...
The Impact of Tourism on Hawaii’s Ecosystems Tourism is a double-edged sword for Hawaii. While it is the backbone of the state’s economy, contributing billions of dollars annually, it also exerts immense pressure on the environment. The rapid influx of tourists can lead to several ecological...
We owe an Ocean of Gratitude to all who have supported our efforts for sustainable tourism on Oahu and strive for sustainability in their own lives. Wild Side Specialty Tours is honored to report our efforts below: Mooring safe for reefs and wildlife Reduce, Reuse and Recycle We use earth-fr...
Kamaka Air faces lawsuit with former owner Will This Be The Year Hawaiʻi Charges Visitors For Their Environmental Impact? Tourism is down on other islands; experts say it’s the ripple effect following Lahaina wildfire Public Utilities Commission Addresses Life of the Land`s "Threat of Litigat...
Joey: Shen Wei, tell us a little bit about how you maintain the balance between the tourism industry that keeps this mangrove forest protected and the environmental impact that comes with having tens of millions of tourists come here every year. Shang Wei: Yes, there’s conflict between ...
With plans to dedicate up to 50 percent of aircraft seating to premium categories, budget-conscious visitors are set to face fewer options and rising costs. For Hawaii, where tourism leadership already emphasizes “fewer visitors paying more,” this move may seem like a natural fit. But what ...
Tourism Development and Environmental Problems on Hawaii in the late 20th Century This paper explains tourism development and environmental problems in the late 20th century, with specific focus on Maui's water problem in 1990's. The following three emphasized: (1) tourism industry has experienced ...
However, it’s important to note that Mauna Kea is a sacred place to Native Hawaiians, and there are concerns about the impact of tourism on the mountain’s fragile ecosystem. Visitors should be respectful of the mountain’s cultural and environmental significance, follow all rules and regulatio...
And recent years have seen compounding problems: less rain, leading tosignificant droughts, and repeated jet fuel leaks and PFAS chemical spills contaminating water systems. All of this significantly limits available water use for locals, many of whom say tourism is only worsening the situation. Jus...
A compassionate visitor perspective:Highlighting the economic impact, one visitor, Linda, suggests that a lack of tourism to West Maui has severe consequences and that visitors should still come, but adjust and show empathy. A fine line viewpoint:A Hawaii-centric travel agent, Susan said that sh...