A lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of Hawaii imposing a tourist tax to deal with consequences of climate change seeks to stop officials from enforcing the new law on cruise ship passengers.

The cruise industry is challenging a new tax on cruise passengers sailing in Hawaii that’s set to take effect on Jan. 1.

The cruise industry’s leading trade group is suing Hawaii over a new tax on cruises and other travel accommodations.

The governor and state lawmakers have taken away the county’s ability to add special conditions to the projects when they add ...

The overwhelming majority of Oahu community members attending a virtual community input session held Wednesday by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority as part of its tourism management planning efforts said ...

New regulations for short-term vacation rentals in Hawaii County are set to take effect in December, following passage of a bill that drew passionate debate from residents, property owners and housing ...

A recent Beat of Hawaii post betrays worry for the current state of tourism in Maui, Hawaii. The post’s title suggests that ...

Hawaii is a popular vacation spot for millions of visitors each year. People come seeking relaxation, sandy beaches, tak ...

A meeting Monday of the Banyan Drive Hawaii Redevelopment Agency produced no consensus about what should be done with the vacant lot where Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel once stood or the property where ...

As a 25-year resident, small business owner and managing partner of Maui Paradise Properties, I strongly oppose legislation ...