Three Hawaiian islands could implement “resort bubbles” so that vacationers can still enjoy their time off while they wait out the mandatory 14-day quarantine that’s required for all arrivals to the state. Selected resorts on the Big Island, Kauaʻi and Maui would be “geofenced,” allowing guests to venture outside and around their accommodations but ensuring they don’t leave the property. Visitors’ locations would be tracked to be sure that they remain within the confines of the resort.

 

The state of Hawaii says it’s looking to introduce a COVID-19 screening test by September 1 so that visitors who are tested 72 hours before traveling won’t have to quarantine. These new measures were supposed to be in place by August 1, but a surge in cases and issues with getting timely test results have postponed the start date.