Hawaii COVID-19 Update – posted by Brandon Mullenberg:
| Important Links: https://www.hawaiitourismauthority.org/covid-19-updates/ https://hawaiicovid19.com/travel/ Trusted Testing Partners (COVID testing) Link: |
Link to what is currently open in nearby Lahaina: http://lahainarestoration.org/whats-open/ Travel Insurance Link (compare available plans): |
LATEST UPDATES:
As of March 26, 2022 Hawaii will end their safe travels program for domestic travelers. For domestic travelers, there will no longer be a quarantine and vaccination and a negative COVID test will no longer be required to enter. All domestic travelers are welcome to visit the island. International rules still apply, if you are traveling internationally, please consult their latest rules and make sure you meet the requirements prior to booking and arriving on island.
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Currently (before March 26th) To bypass the mandatory Hawaii Quarantine you must either (applicable for anyone age 5 and over):
1) Provide proof of being fully vaccinated (per HI state rules).
2) Obtain a negative COVID test.
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Its now been over a year since Hawaii re-opened to allow visitors to arrive without a mandatory quarantine that cannot be bypassed. Travel to Hawaii has picked up and many visitors have enjoyed beautiful Hawaii.
Travelers to Hawaii do not need to quarantine if they are either fully vaccinated or obtain a negative COVID test taken 72 hours prior to arrival from a Hawaii Trusted Testing Partner. Children under age 5 are not required to take the test.
When to take the test: The COVID-19 test will need to be taken no more than 72 hours before your flight departure time to the islands. For help in planning, here is a Safe Travel Hawaii Airline Calculator, an online tool that helps travelers plan their schedule for Covid-19 testing prior to travel so they comply with the Aloha State’s requirements. Trip Advice: Pre-plan and take your test as early as you can (but inside their 72 hour window). Make sure you are guaranteed your results before you depart to Maui. You are required to have the negative COVID test result uploaded to their safe travels website before departing on your final leg of your trip into Hawaii. Failure to upload your test result will result in a quarantine.
Current Honua Kai status (all amenities open – subject to change):
- Currently all 7 pools are open at the resort including the pool slide. Pool & Hot Tub Hours: 9:00am—8:00pm and BBQ Hours: 12:00pm—9:00pm
- The beach is county property and open.
- The gym is open Hours: 6 AM to 6 PM, 8 guests at a time, 60 min limit, mask required, first come first serve.
- The restaurant (Dukes) is open 7 days per week from 8 AM to 9 PM. Live entertainment 5:30pm-8:00pm, daily.
- The Whalers General store open is open 9 AM to 5 PM.
- Aina cafe is open with limited hours.
- Aqualani (pool side services) is opened.
- Bell / Valet service is limited. Expect that car valet service is unavailable and to self move luggage to the unit.
- Towel tracker machines are operational. Clean pool / beach towels all the time
- Per the county, masks are currently required in all public spaces unless actively eating, drinking or engaging in a physical activity like swimming. Exception: The Honua Kai fitness center requires masks at all times for guest safety because of the higher risk due to it being an indoor space. Masks are also currently not required if lounging on the pool decks and you can maintain a 6 feet social spacing from others outside your party.
Expect some limitations on services and possible mask / social distancing requirements as specified by the county. There is a times supermarket across the street is open for groceries and some other nearby restaurants are open. Island activities (snorkeling trips, etc) are open with reduced capacity, advance reservations are recommended/
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