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The Hawaiian island of Kauai will reduce restrictions that make it harder for tourists to visit.
The months between November and February are the best time for big-wave surfing in Hawaii, with waves upward of 30 feet. The waves attract millions of tourists to the North Shore every year.
The COVID-19 pandemic in Hawaii affected all aspects of life in the state, demolishing its economy, closing its schools and straining its healthcare system, even though it experienced far less spread than other US states. Throughout the pandemic, Oahu had the most cases, in absolute terms, although Lanai had the most per capita.
As the economy has returned to normal levels, the tourism industry has continued to grow in Hawaii with the majority of tourists visiting Oahu, Maui, Kauai and the big island of Hawaii. [124] Job creation is another benefit of tourism to the islands. In 2017, reports say 204,000 jobs were related to tourism.
Some travelers rushed to cancel Hawaii trips after the governor urged tourists to stay away; others plan to go as it's too late to receive a refund.
A rain gauge owned by the Waipā Foundation, just west of Hanalei on Kauaʻi's northern coast, recorded 49.69 in (1,262 mm) of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 12:45 p.m. local time. The total greatly surpassed the Hawaiʻi 24-hour rainfall record of 38 in (970 mm) set on January 25, 1956, at Kīlauea . [ 1 ]
The airport is the primary gateway to Kauai for visitors (especially tourists), and has several rental car facilities. Five motion pictures have filmed scenes at the Lihue Airport: Blue Hawaii, Honeymoon in Vegas, Six Days Seven Nights, Soul Surfer, and The Descendants.
Kauai is located on the northwestern part of the island chain. Fewer than 75,000 people live permanently on the island, which is largely remote and a resort-based community.