Cerberus Said to Seek $1.8 Billion Loan for Resorts in Hawaii - Bloomberg

Cerberus Said to Seek $1.8 Billion Loan for Resorts in Hawaii Bloomberg International air visitations rose about 17 percent this year through March, compared with a 4.8 percent boost from travelers from the US, according to data from Hawaii's Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism. After struggling amid the ... and more »

Cheaper gas not enough to boost summer driving - CBS News

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Cheaper gas not enough to boost summer driving CBS News Douglas Frechtling, chair of the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management at George Washington University, says broader economic concerns far outweigh gas prices for most Americans when considering summer vacations. Slowing job growth is likely ... and more »

Hawaii predicts faster economic growth - CBS News

Hawaii predicts faster economic growth CBS News HONOLULU — Hawaii is predicting faster economic growth this year and next, and the tourism industry continues to welcome more visitors and construction increases. The state's business and economic development department said in a report Wednesday that ... and more »

Hawaii predicts faster economic growth - BusinessWeek

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Hawaii predicts faster economic growth BusinessWeek By AUDREY McAVOY Hawaii is predicting faster economic growth this year and next, and the tourism industry continues to welcome more visitors and construction increases. The state's business and economic development department said in a report Wednesday ... Economists upgrade Hawaii's tourism forecast for 2012Pacific Business News State says economy growing faster than previously thoughtHonolulu Star-Advertiser all 9 news articles »

Hawaii officials predict record visitor arrivals, spending in 2012 - Travel Weeekly

Hawaii officials predict record visitor arrivals, spending in 2012 Travel Weeekly By Shane Nelson The Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) revised its 2012 visitor arrivals and spending estimates in a report released May 9, increasing expectations in both sectors to record-breaking highs.