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DBEDT NEWS RELEASE: July 2024 Visitor Statistics Showed Some Signs of Improvement in Tourism Industry
DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM RESEARCH AND ECONOMIC ANALYSIS DIVISION JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR JAMES KUNANE TOKIOKA DIRECTOR EUGENE TIAN CHIEF STATE ECONOMIST FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 29, 2024 JULY 2024 VISITOR...

Visitor Spending Increased Despite Fewer Visitor Arrivals in June 2025
Posted on Jul 31, 2025 in News For Immediate Release: July 31, 2025 HONOLULU—According to preliminary statistics from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), there were 857,102 total visitors to the Hawaiian Islands...

Russia Earthquake Sparks Tsunami Alerts in U.S.
(MENAFN) A powerful earthquake off Russia’s coast on Tuesday triggered tsunami alerts across multiple U.S. regions, including Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and the West Coast. The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed that tsunami warnings were issued for...

Solving the Sensitive Skin Dilemma: Velani Jewelry's Enhanced Hypoallergenic Jewelry Delivers Comfort and Style
Guam jewelry store Velani Jewelry expands hypoallergenic, nickel-free styles—safe for sensitive skin. Waterproof, gold-filled, and built for daily wear. HAGåTñA, GUAM, GUAM, June 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Velani Jewelry, a leading Guam...

Velani Jewelry Highlights Why Gold-Plated Jewelry Fails in Humid Island Climates
Velani Jewelry explains why gold-plated jewelry tarnishes in tropical climates—and how their 18K gold-filled pieces offer lasting, hypoallergenic performance. HAGåTñA, GUAM, June 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Gold-Plated Jewelry Faces...

Visitor Arrivals and Expenditures Increased in May 2025
Posted on Jun 30, 2025 in News For Immediate Release: June 30, 2025 HONOLULU—According to preliminary statistics from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), total visitor arrivals and total visitor spending in May...

Visitor Industry Grows Again in April 2025
Posted on May 29, 2025 in News For Immediate Release: May 29, 2025 HONOLULU—According to preliminary statistics from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), total visitor arrivals and total visitor spending in April...

Cultural Survival Bazaars Promote Indigenous Arts, Cultures, and Brilliance - On a Global Scale
CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Cultural Survival’s annual Indigenous Arts Bazaars, featuring one-of-a-kind handmade arts, music, and food from around the world, return to Newburyport, MA, and Tiverton, RI this...

Transformative Mental Health Documentary The Kindness Within: A Journey to Freedom Launches on YouTube May 22
Streaming During Mental Health Awareness Month, the Film Shares a Message of Hope, Healing, and Human Connection LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Following its acclaimed debut on Prime Video, The Kindness...

DBEDT NEWS RELEASE: Visitor Arrivals and Expenditures Increased in May 2025
STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM KA ʻOIHANA HOʻOMOHALA PĀʻOIHANA, ʻIMI WAIWAI A HOʻOMĀKAʻIKAʻI RESEARCH AND ECONOMIC ANALYSIS DIVISION JAMES...

DBEDT NEWS RELEASE: Visitor Arrivals and Expenditures Increased in May 2025
STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM KA ʻOIHANA HOʻOMOHALA PĀʻOIHANA, ʻIMI WAIWAI A HOʻOMĀKAʻIKAʻI RESEARCH AND ECONOMIC ANALYSIS DIVISION JAMES...

Visitor Industry Expanded in March 2025
Posted on Apr 30, 2025 in News For Immediate Release: April 30, 2025 HONOLULU—According to preliminary statistics from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), total visitor arrivals and total visitor spending in March...

President Lai presides over fourth meeting of Whole-of-Society Defense Resilience Committee
TAIWAN, June 26 - Details 2025-03-18 President Lai meets Commander-in-Chief of US Veterans of Foreign Wars Alfred Lipphardt On the morning of March 18, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by Alfred Lipphardt, commander-in-chief of the...

Military Families Can Visit Select Museums for Free this Summer as part of Blue Star Museums
The program will run now through September 1, 2025 STATEWIDE, Del. (June 18, 2025) – Actively serving military members and their families have the opportunity to visit participating museums nationwide for free as part of the Blue Star Museums...

President Lai and President Hilda C. Heine of Marshall Islands hold bilateral talks and witness signing of agreements
TAIWAN, June 3 - Details 2025-06-03 President Lai welcomes President Hilda C. Heine of Republic of the Marshall Islands with military honors President Lai Ching-te welcomed President Hilda C. Heine of the Republic of the Marshall Islands and her...

As Bird Flu Wreaks Havoc, U.S. Senators Kennedy and Booker Intro FIGHT Act to Crack Down on Animal Fighting, Trafficking
Bipartisan legislation attracts nearly 800 endorsers, including Animal Wellness Action, the National Sheriffs’ Association, and the United Egg Producers WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Driven by concerns over...

Visitor Spending Increased in February 2025
Posted on Mar 27, 2025 in News For Immediate Release: March 27, 2025 HONOLULU—According to preliminary statistics from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), there were 240,525 total visitors in Hawaii on any given...

President Lai attends 2025 Europe Day Dinner
TAIWAN, May 29 - Details 2025-05-28 President Lai meets US delegation led by Senator Tammy Duckworth On the afternoon of May 28, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by United States Senator Tammy Duckworth. In remarks, President Lai...

President Lai meets US delegation led by Senator Tammy Duckworth
TAIWAN, May 28 - President Lai meets delegation led by US House Natural Resources Committee Chair Bruce Westerman">Details 2025-05-27 President Lai meets delegation led by US House Natural Resources Committee Chair Bruce Westerman On the afternoon...

President Lai welcomes President Hilda C. Heine of Republic of the Marshall Islands with military honors
TAIWAN, June 3 - Details 2025-05-29 President Lai attends 2025 Europe Day Dinner On the evening of May 29, President Lai Ching-te attended the 2025 Europe Day Dinner. In remarks, President Lai stated that Taiwan looks forward to further...