Hawaii Passes Law to Limit Short-Term Rentals

Hawaiʻi Governor Josh Green signed a bill earlier this month that gives individual counties across the Hawaiian Islands the lawful ability to convert short-term vacation rentals into long-term housing.

A majority of American adults (82%) plan to take at least one vacation this summer, according to The Vacationer’s recent travel survey. With that in mind, here’s a sampling of unique and unexpected summer escapes at you can find at centers and lodgings from the Pacific to Provence: creative and luxurious experiences to help you beat the heat and lean into the season. These may inspire you to find others to suit your summer interests—and go.

Southwest Airlines is celebrating five years of service in Hawaii with a special promotion: Rapid Rewards members can now earn a valuable Companion Pass by taking just one round-trip flight to Hawaii this summer.

Only two weeks to go until the flagship event in the vacation rental industry, Skift Short-Term Rental Summit, and over 90 companies already plan to attend on June 5 in New York City. This includes a cohort of names in the industry such as AvantStay, Awaze, Beyond, BookingPal, IHG, Hilton, and Whimstay, just to name a few.

From exceptional hosts to innovative properties, forward-thinking property management companies and on-the-ground suppliers and providers, the Skift Short-Term Rental Awards have been designed to shine a light on those who are driving unparalleled innovation and growth across the sector.

With wedding season around the corner, there are a number of decisions to make about the theme, guest list size, and, of course, location. In 2023, 62% of weddings in Hawaii were between non-residents, according to preliminary government data. The state is a popular destination wedding spot for its luscious greenery, picturesque views, and beautiful weather, but how do you decide if it's right for you?

Get set for a jam-packed day of discussions and networking at Skift Short-Term Rental Summit on June 5, where we will explore how the industry can adapt and thrive amidst ongoing changes and challenges. 

Cindy McCabe. (Source: Cindy McCabe)

Before August 2023, whenever the quaint Maui town of Lahaina came up in conversation, discussions likely centered around a fun night on Front Street or a whale sighting at the beach. But after devastating wind-driven fires ravaged the area, the narrative changed. Stories were now accompanied by tears. The world was heartbroken. Our thoughts were with families we’ve never met. More than 100 people lost their lives and $5.5 billion in damage was done.

Hotel booking sites have capitalized on Olympics demand by boosting prices for stays during the Games. But hotels aren’t alone in seizing this opportunity.

Either Hawaiian Airlines knows something that we don’t, or it is just being prudent and making plans ahead of time.

The United States is a large and very diverse country, being the third largest country in terms of land mass and home to everything from forests to mountains to planes to deserts to even rainforests.