Demand Strong But Fear Remains

Aloha Kakou:

Despite Maui's overall lower occupancy numbers, there still remains the desire by mainland folks to visit the island.

The Executive Director of the Maui Visitor's Bureau said, "People want to come (to Maui)" following her recent extensive marketing tours on the Mainland.

Joseph Toy, president of Hospitality Advisors, said, "It is notable that despite the fall in the market, we continue to remain competitive both in the U.S. market as well as other island destinations."

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