Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority

09/10/2026

Join the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority ʻohana and help support work that advances responsible, regenerative tourism for Hawaiʻi.

We are currently accepting applications for two opportunities:

Brand Manager — Position No. 124319
Salary: Up to $80,880/year
Apply by September 18, 2026

Procurement Specialist — Position No. 124328
Salary: Up to $64,992/year
Apply by September 16, 2026

If you’re ready to bring your skills and experience to work that serves Hawaiʻi and its communities, we encourage you to apply. See the carousel for application details and deadlines.

09/08/2026

Sharing a message from hawaiidot 9/8/26 11:15 AM: The Hawaii Department of Transportation has reopened Lihu’e Airport (LIH). Travelers should check with their airline on the status of their flight prior to heading to the airport. Travelers should anticipate delays and allow extra time to check-in and clear security.

08/26/2026

Our islands’ 2026–2028 Destination Management Action Plans (DMAPs) are officially here.

Built from the voices, ʻike, and lived experiences of communities across Hawaiʻi, these plans provide a roadmap for how we can work together to mālama the places we call home. They identify community priorities, address pressures at key sites, and guide actions that support resident quality of life while protecting Hawaiʻi’s natural and cultural resources.

Over the next three years, HTA’s island-based destination managers will work alongside counties, community organizations, industry partners, and residents to move these priorities from planning into action.

Mahalo to everyone who shared their manaʻo and helped shape this next chapter of destination stewardship. These plans belong to our communities, and their success will depend on our continued commitment to laulima—working together with shared purpose and responsibility.

Swipe to learn more, then explore the 2026–2028 DMAP for your island and see how you can be part of the work ahead.

08/22/2026

Sign up to get emergency alerts via text for the island you are visiting.
Hawai‘i Island: Text HAWAIIALERTS to 888777
Kaua‘i: Text KAUAIEMA to 888777
Lāna‘i, Moloka‘i and Maui: Text MAUIALERTS to 38276
O‘ahu: Text HNLALERT to 888777

08/22/2026

Tropical Storm Moke is forecast to pass south of the Hawaiian Islands on Sunday and Monday. According to the National Weather Service’s 7:30 a.m. briefing, no tropical storm watches or warnings are expected for the islands, but heavy rain and strong winds remain possible.

Hawai‘i Island: 5–10 inches of rain, with isolated totals up to 15 inches; gusts up to 55 mph. A Flood Watch begins tonight.
Maui: 2–4 inches in windward areas; gusts up to 55 mph.
Kaua‘i and O‘ahu: 1–2 inches; gusts up to 45 mph.

Sign up for alerts for the island you are visiting:
Hawai‘i Island: Text HAWAIIALERTS to 888777
Kaua‘i: Text KAUAIEMA to 888777
Lāna‘i, Maui and Moloka‘i: Text MAUIALERTS to 38276
O‘ahu: Text HNLALERT to 888777

Follow updates at weather.gov/hfo.

08/22/2026

8/21 3:30 pm: The National Weather Service forecasts Tropical Storm Moke to gradually strengthen through Saturday night, then gradually weakening as it passes south of the islands Sunday and Monday. NWS Honolulu

08/22/2026

Tropical Storm Moke.
The National Weather Service announced that as of 11 a.m. HST today, August 21, Tropical Depression Two-C has strengthened into Tropical Storm Moke. Residents and visitors are encouraged to stay informed, monitor official updates, and remain prepared as conditions develop.
 
Visit Ready.Hawaii.gov for more information and to sign up for alerts.

08/20/2026

The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation has closed Māmalahoa Highway (Route 11) to through traffic between South Point Road and Kamani Street in Pāhala.

GPS navigation may show a local detour through the affected area. However, this section and the local detour roads are open only to area residents and emergency and recovery crews. All other traffic must use an alternate route.

Traveling from Kona toward Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park: turn around at South Point Road, and take Route 19 north through Waimea to Hilo, then Route 11 south.

Traveling from Hilo or the park toward Kona: turn around at Kamani Street in Pāhala, and return north to Hilo, then Route 19 west through Waimea.

Circle-island and scenic drives are not available on this section. Staying clear gives crews room to work while these communities recover.

Details: https://hta.hawaii.gov/alerts/

08/17/2026

August 16, 3026 – The Hawai'i Department of Health has issued a statewide Brown Water Advisory following Hurricane Lala.
• Heavy rainfall and storm runoff can carry sewage, bacteria, chemicals and other pollutants into coastal waters and streams.
• Stay out of brown or discolored water. Avoid swimming, surfing, fishing, wading or other recreational activities in affected waters.
• For current water quality advisories and more information: DOH Clean Water Branch (https:// health.hawaii.gov/cwb/)
• For more information on staying healthy in the aftermath of storm weather: DOH Hurricane Preparedness (https://health-dev.hawaii.gov/ response-center/emergency/hurricane-preparedness/)

08/16/2026