The islands of Hawai‘i have arguably become too popular for their own good, and the beauty of the destination has unfortunately suffered because of it with overtourism taking its toll on the environmental, cultural, and economic well-being of Hawai‘i’s people and places. But more recently, Native and local Hawaiians are pushing for change. The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority has launched the Mālama Hawai‘i initiative aimed at encouraging visitors to travel more responsibly throughout the state, and local citizens and businesses are speaking out on the issue.
Where to Eat, Hike, and Go to the Beach in O‘ahu, According to a Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendant
