Koloa Landing Resort

Safe Travels Program Has Ended

Updated: March 26, 2022

To our Future Guests, Homeowners, and Visitors,

For domestic travelers to the state of Hawaii, the Safe Travels program has ended. What does that mean? It means that you will no longer need to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination or a pre-travel negative test result. You will no longer be required to create a Safe Travels account or provide traveler information and trip details to the state.

Read the full press release from the Governor’s office HERE.

This resource center is intended to provide you with all the latest news and information with regards to traveling safely to Hawaii. Additionally, you can click on the “+” signs below for more detailed descriptions of the Safe Travels Program.

LATEST UPDATES

As of March 26, 2022, domestic travelers will no longer need to register on the Safe Travels website to visit Hawaii. Travelers will not need to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test or vaccination/booster proof.

The popular, Washington DC based site Wallethub recently compared five key metrics to come up with a 100-point system to rank the safety of each state in America. The key metrics were transmission rate, positive testing rate, hospitalization rate, COVID-19 death rate, and highest & lowest vaccination rate. Based on their findings, Hawaii was ranked the safest state during COVID followed by California 2nd and Virginia 3rd. Read the full article HERE.

As of January 3, 2022 the mandatory quarantine period has been reduced from 10 days to 5 days with the first day of quarantine starting on the day of your arrival. This applies to all incoming travelers who do not have a pre-travel test result or are not fully vaccinated.

For COVID-19 positive travelers, regardless of vaccination status, they must isolate for at least 5 days and until symptoms are gone. They must also continue to wear a mask for five days after isolation.

Lastly, as of January 4th, the completion of the Health Questionnaire prior to departure will no longer be required. Visitors and returning residents need only comply with the rules for either vaccination exemption or “trusted partner” testing exemption.For more details, visit the Hawaii Department of Health website HERE.

VACCINATION & CASE STATS

In Hawaii, 87% of the population has received at least one vaccination dose and 77% of the Kauai population is vaccinated (1+ dose). Infection rates are at 1.17 and positive test rates on Kauai are 3.2%. For the most up to date information, visit USAFacts.org and covidactnow.org.

At Koloa Landing Resort, we are actively encouraging our associates to get vaccinated and as of January, 2022 over 85% of our staff are fully vaccinated.

We look forward to welcoming you back to Koloa Landing Resort.

Mahalo,

Todd Hadley | President
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu

As of March 26, 2022 domestic travelers to Hawaii will not have to show proof of vaccination, a negative COVID-19 test result, or register on the Safe Travels website.

Prior to March 26, 2022, travelers vaccinated in the U.S. or U.S. Territories may participate in the exception program starting on the 15th day after their second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine — or starting the 15th day after their single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

In addition, Hawai‘i-bound travelers should:

  • Upload one of three vaccination documents to their Safe Travels Hawai‘i account, prior to traveling to Hawai‘i. One of the following documents must be uploaded:
    • A CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card
    • VAMS (Vaccination Administration Management System) printout OR
    • DOD DD Form 2766C

The Safe Travels digital platform is now allowing vaccine document uploads for trips arriving in Hawaiʻi on July 8, 2021 and beyond.

  • Sign the online legal attestations on Safe Travels Hawaiʻi, confirming the uploaded documentation is true and accurate.
  • Bring a hard copy of their vaccination documentation to show screeners at the gate prior to boarding and/or upon arrival in Hawai‘i. Screeners will review/verify the vaccination documents, match photo IDs, name and DOB as well as confirm that the attestations are signed.

NOTE: Children under 5 years old are not required to test and will not be quarantined if traveling with an adult who has a pre-travel test exception or a vaccination exception. Children 5 years and older who have not been vaccinated must participate in the Pre-Travel Testing Program and test with a Trusted Testing Partner to bypass the mandatory 10-day quarantine.

The state successfully launched the vaccination exception program for travelers vaccinated in the State of Hawai‘i, on June 15, 2021.

This program does not cover international travelers.

Aloha!

As of March 26, 2022 domestic travelers to Hawaii will not have to show proof of vaccination, a negative COVID-19 test result, or register on the Safe Travels website.

Prior to March 26, 2022, the State of Hawai‘i Safe Travels Hawai‘i program is a multilayered process designed to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in our community from trans-Pacific visitor and resident passengers arriving at airports/ports across the Islands.

For anyone planning travel to the Hawaiian Islands, it is important to be aware of new and enhanced State of Hawai‘i Safe Travels Hawai‘i program entry requirements prior to departure.

This enhanced entry into Hawai‘i includes a pre-travel testing program and temperature screening at all Hawai‘i airports upon arrival. Please click the steps below for more information.

NOTE: All information can be found on the State of Hawai’i Safe Travel Website – https://hawaiicovid19.com/travel/

Safe Travels Hawai‘i Registration

As of March 26, 2022 domestic travelers to Hawaii will not have to show proof of vaccination, a negative COVID-19 test result, or register on the Safe Travels website.

Prior to March 26, 2022, completing the state of Hawaiʻi’s Safe Travels Hawaiʻi program application form and obtaining your QR code(s) for Hawaiʻi airport processing PRIOR TO departure will significantly reduce your arrival airport screening and processing time.

Prior to your arrival, if you are an adult (age 18 years or older) you will need to create an online user account and register with the State of Hawai‘i Safe Travels Hawai‘i program. You can do that here – https://travel.hawaii.gov/#/

Once you create your Safe Travels Hawai‘i account, you will next need to enter your traveler information and trip details on the program’s application form. It is important to get the correct test and upload the correct form. Visit Safe Travels Hawai‘i Help for answers to questions about the online application form.

If you need assistance with login or technical issues, call the Safe Travels Program: 1-800-GOHAWAII or (1-800-464-2924) Press 1 for Safe Travels Digital Platform Technical Service Desk (10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Hawai‘i Standard Time). Domestic and international callers are accepted.

Pre-travel Testing

As of March 26, 2022 domestic travelers to Hawaii will not have to show proof of vaccination, a negative COVID-19 test result, or register on the Safe Travels website.

Prior to March 26, 2022, all travelers ages five and over will be required to take a Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (NAAT) from a certified Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) lab in order to bypass the State of Hawai‘i’s 10-day mandatory quarantine.

The State of Hawaiʻi will accept test results ONLY from TRUSTED TESTING AND TRAVEL PARTNERS. A complete list of trusted testing partners can be found here – https://hawaiicovid19.com/travel-partners/

The test will need to be taken no more than 72 hours before your flight departure time. If you have a multi-city flight itinerary, the departure time is from the last city you leave before arriving at a Hawai‘i airport (e.g. if your travel is from Chicago to Seattle to Honolulu, the departure time to look at is your flight from Seattle).

Once you receive your negative pre-travel test result, you will need to upload the result to your Safe Travels Hawai‘i account. This step is crucial, as it will be the only means for airport officials to verify your Safe Travel Hawai‘i information upon your arrival in Hawai‘i.

The negative test result must be uploaded onto the Safe Travels Hawai‘i account prior to departure or printed out prior to departure and hard copy in hand when arriving in Hawai‘i. Failure to do either will result in a 5-day quarantine upon arrival in Hawai‘i.

If you receive an indeterminate result or inconclusive result prior to departure, you will be placed in 5-day quarantine upon arrival.

Upon your completion of the form, a QR code will be emailed to you for each leg of your trip, which you need to present to airport personnel upon deplaning in Hawaiʻi. The QR code can be either on paper or on your mobile phone, and must also be presented with a legally valid photo ID. Obtaining your QR code(s) for Hawaiʻi airport processing PRIOR TO departure will significantly reduce your arrival airport screening.

If your test results are not yet available when you arrive in Hawai‘i, you will need to quarantine at your accommodations for 5 days.

If you receive a NEGATIVE TEST RESULT or an INDETERMINATE TEST RESULT while you are in quarantine in Hawai‘i, you will need to remain in quarantine for 5 days.

If you receive a POSITIVE TEST RESULT while you are in quarantine in Hawaiʻi, you will be required to go into isolation until you recover and at least 5 days have passed.

Trusted Testing Partners

A complete list of trusted testing partners can be found here – https://hawaiicovid19.com/travel-partners/

Airlines and Airport Protocols

As of March 26, 2022 domestic travelers to Hawaii will not have to show proof of vaccination, a negative COVID-19 test result, or register on the Safe Travels website.

Prior to March 26, 2022, while you are in-flight or deplaning, you must follow the guidance of your air carrier with regard to physical distancing, face covering and sanitation processes.

Remember to pack your mask and/or facial coverings in your carry-on luggage. All travelers are required to wear a face covering at all Hawai‘i airports. If travelers are subject to Hawai‘i’s 10-day mandatory self-quarantine, they must continue wearing a face covering until in the room of their confirmed place of lodging. Removal of face coverings is allowed for young children and individuals with health conditions preventing them from wearing one.

Airport Protocol
All incoming trans-Pacific Hawai‘i travelers will receive temperature checks upon arrival. Temperature scans will be taken via thermal temperature screening. Photos will be temporarily retained only for persons with elevated temperatures of 100.4 degrees F and above for identification and additional assessments by airport representatives.

All incoming trans-Pacific Hawai‘i travelers arriving with a temperature of 100.4 degrees F or higher, displaying COVID-19 symptoms, and/or providing answers on the Mandatory State of Hawai‘i Travel and Health Form requiring additional testing will be required to complete a secondary screening at the airport performed by trained health care staff.

Quarantine Guidelines

As of March 26, 2022 domestic travelers to Hawaii will not have to show proof of vaccination, a negative COVID-19 test result, or register on the Safe Travels website.

Prior to March 26, 2022, the State of Hawaiʻi will accept test results ONLY from TRUSTED TESTING AND TRAVEL PARTNERS.

If you arrive in Hawai‘i without valid proof of a negative COVID-19 NAAT, you will be subject to the State of Hawai‘i’s strict 5-day mandatory self-quarantine requirement and will need to adhere to the following guidelines:

  • Under self-quarantine, you will not be allowed to leave the room at your place of lodging under any circumstances, except for a medical emergency or to depart the state.
  • If you are planning on staying in a short-term rental or vacation rental, be aware that individuals subject to Hawai‘i’s 5-day mandatory self-quarantine are not allowed to stay in short-term rentals and vacation rentals on Kaua‘i, Maui and the island of Hawai‘i.
  • Individuals subject to Hawai‘i’s 5-day mandatory self-quarantine are not allowed to stay in short-term rentals and vacation rentals.
  • Travelers are not allowed to rent a car in Hawai‘i for the duration of their self-quarantine.
  • Travelers who violate the terms of the 5-day mandatory self-quarantine will be prosecuted and may face fines of up to $5,000 and one year in prison.

As of March 26, 2022 the Safe Travels program has ended. What does that mean? It means that beginning you will no longer need to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination or a pre-travel negative test result. You will no longer be required to create a Safe Travels account or provide traveler information and trip details to the state.

As of April 5th, travel to the Hawaiian Islands has been open, provided visitors register and follow the Hawaii Safe Travels program.

As of July 8th, domestic, Hawaii-bound travelers that have been vaccinated in the US or US Territories may bypass Hawaii’s quarantine requirement starting on the 15th day after the completion of their vaccination and with proof of their vaccination.

As of June 15th, Gov. David Ige announced the end of all restrictions for inter-county travel. As such, inter-island travelers will no longer be required to create a trip itinerary in Safe Travels for inter-county travel, and neither a pre-travel test nor proof of vaccination will be required.

On October 19, 2021, Governor Ige said, “Beginning November 1st, we want to invite and encourage fully vaccinated visitors or residents to travel transpacific or inter-island.”

On Nov 8, 2021, the State of Hawaii began welcoming international travelers under new federal requirements allowing for US Citizens flying directly to Hawaii from an international destination to provide proof of vaccination or present a negative COVID test taken within 3 days of boarding their flight to enter the state with additional requirements.

On Dec 1, 2021, restaurants, gyms, and other venues:

  • Can return to 100 percent capacity;
  • No longer need to abide by the six foot social distancing rules; and
  • Must still adhere to mask requirements.

Other rules for social gatherings also take effect on Dec 1st. For more information, visit the Garden Island Newspaper.

Once you have your QR Code and status updated on the Safe Travels website, you can email your QR code & status page to [email protected] to be removed from the mandatory quarantine list.

Koloa Landing Resort

COVID-19 Health & Safety Program
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Koloa Landing Resort has developed a comprehensive program specifically geared towards the prevention of the spread of COVID-19. The program follows the guidelines set forth by the World Health Organization, Center for Disease Control & Prevention, as well as the Marriott Global Cleanliness Council, which is comprised of experts in hospitality, epidemiology, sanitation, and protective health and hygiene technology.

The following outlines the primary pillars of our COVID-19 Health & Safety Program:

    • Only products & protocols meeting EPA guidelines for use against viruses, bacteria, & other airborne & blood-borne pathogens are used at the resort;
    • All areas of the resort, including Holoholo Grill, front desk, back offices, public spaces, and restrooms, are equipped with hand sanitizing stations;
    • All public spaces, back of house areas, and guest rooms are being cleaned & sanitized using industry-leading protocols with particular attention being given to frequent contact surfaces including, but not limited to, front desk check-in counters, bell desks, elevators & elevator buttons, door handles, public bathrooms, room keys & locks, stair handles, TV remote controls, toilet seats & handles, door & furniture handles, water faucet handles, nightstands, telephones, light switches, thermostats, alarm clocks, luggage racks, and flooring.
    • All employees have completed mandatory COVID-19 prevention training;
    • All employees are required to wear face masks and appropriate PPE at all times;
    • All employees receive temperature checks at the beginning of every shift;
    • Employees are required to wash their hands with soap and water for 20 seconds every 60 minutes throughout the day;
    • Safe social distancing of at least 6’ is being practiced in all areas of the resort including check-in, concierge, the marketplace, Holoholo Grill, and any other location that requires face-to-face engagement;
    • Markings on the ground to maintain social distancing is in place in areas of the resort where lines may form;
    • Furniture has been removed and/or rearranged to maintain proper distance between guests;
    • All guest room keys are collected and disinfected;
    • Employees are not allowed to show up for work if they are feeling ill; and
    • Any employees who might have been exposed to COVID-19 are required to advise their manager.

Read more about our brand’s commitment to clean HERE.

Here are some helpful resources that will assist you in deciding how you can best travel to Kauai.

Spread over 25-acres with three resort pools, an outdoor celebrity chef bar & grill, expansive outdoor amenities, and large, private accommodations, Koloa Landing Resort is the ideal Hawaii vacation while still maintaining safety for you and your family.

Read more HERE.

We are offering a number of specials and packages right now. Visit our special offers page HERE.

There are plenty of attractions and businesses that have re-opened on the Garden Isle to tourism. Some of the major attractions that are open are:

  • Waimea Canyon
  • Wailua Falls
  • Kalalau Trail
  • Spouting Horn
  • Kilauea Lighthouse (reservations required)
  • Ho’opi’i Waterfall Hike
  • Kauai Coffee Company
  • Koke’e Lodge and Museum
  • Sleeping Giant Trail
  • Keahua Arboretum Walk
  • Haena State Park (reservations required)
  • Limahuli Gardens
  • ‘Opaeka’a Falls