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Regenerative Tourism Conference takes place Aug. 8-9
The public is invited to attend the conference portion, “Regenerative Tourism: Innovations and Pathways for a Sustainable Future,” on Aug. 8 and 9.
Commercial activities to resume at Hanauma Bay on Jan. 4, 2023
Entry for licensed motor vehicle carriers, commonly referred to as tour vehicles, and permitted scuba/snorkel guides will once again be allowed in the Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve beginning next year.
Maui and Oʻahu beaches make top 10 in 2022 list by “Dr. Beach”
Oʻahu’s Duke Kahanamoku Beach, and Maui’s Wailea Beach, were ranked No. 5 and No. 8 respectively in the 2022 ranking.
Hanauma Bay Online Reservation System Begins Dec. 1 for Non-Hawai‘i Residents
Starting on Wednesday, Dec. 1 the online reservation system ( pros.hnl.info ) will require credit card payment in order to confirm reservations for non-Hawai‘i residents ages 13 years and older at the Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve on Oʻahu.
Coalition Petitions Federal Government to Ban “Coral-Killing Chemicals” in Sunscreens
A coalition of 60 community leaders, conservation organizations, businesses, elected officials and academics has petitioned the federal government to ban three chemicals from sunscreens and other personal care products. The petition cites scientific studies on the dangers to Hawai‘i’s coral reefs and coastal ecosystems posed by oxybenzone, octinoxate and octocrylene.
Pilot Program to Allow Kama‘āina Entry to Hanauma Bay Without a Reservation
A two-week pilot program will allow kama‘āina entry into the Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve on Oahu, without a reservation.
