From Aloha to Uncertainty: Hawaii’s Global Tourism at Risk

For several decades, tourism has been consolidated as one of the fundamental engines of the national economy. Currently, it generates about $5.5 billion annually and directly employs more than 180,000 people, equivalent to almost 8% of the country’s workforce. In addition, it has a remarkable multiplier effect due to its close connection with numerous enterprises that offer related goods and services in areas as diverse as gastronomy, car rental…

From Aloha to Uncertainty: Hawaii’s Global Tourism at Risk

Hawaii's visitor economy faces rising uncertainty as international travelers voice growing fears about entering the country. International visitors make up 25% of Hawaii's tourism, and their absence could significantly impact flights, local businesses, and hospitality jobs across the islands.