LIFT GROWS TO HAWAII

Scheduled air seats are on track to end the year at record levels, and with this increased traffic to the Islands, Hawaii is investing millions in airport upgrades across the state, said Hawai’i Tourism Authority (HTA). The HTA invites industry stakeholders and partners to learn more at these developments at the upcoming annual Hawai’i Tourism Conference on Aug. 22 to Aug. 23 at the Hawai’i Convention Center. Attendees can can join Brad DiFiore, managing partner at Ailevon Air Service Consulting and Ford Fuchigami, deputy director at the State of Hawaii Department of Transportation , to find out more about airlift to the Hawaiian Islands and the Hawaii Airports Modernization Program. They will receive updates on the latest plans for Hawaii’s airports, and tips on what can be done to attract and maintain lift to the islands. Special early-bird registration rates are available for a limited time, through July 31. Visit http://www.hawaiitourismauthority.org for further information.