According to a report issued by the National Park Services, the seven national parks in Hawaii brought in $312 million in economic benefit to the state and supported a total of 3,665 jobs in 2013. The total number of visited dropped by 4.2 percent as compared to the prior year, but this was attributed to the 16-day government shutdown in October. Chris Lehnertz, the Pacific West Regional Director, stated, "The national parks of Hawaii attract visitors from across the country and around the world. Whether they are out for an afternoon, a school field trip or a monthlong family vacation, visitors come to have a great experience and end up spending a little money along the way." Mike McCartney, the president and CEO of the Hawaii Tourism Authority, agreed and added, "The Hawaiian Islands are a one-of-a-kind destination from our vast natural environment to our diverse history."
Source: Honolulu Star Advertiser, 7-21-2014, www.staradvertiser.com
Posted by Jeff Uyemura-Reyes, Principal Broker, REALTOR®
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Posted by Jeff Uyemura-Reyes, Principal Broker, REALTOR®
Global Executive Realty, LLC
www.myhawaiihomesearch.com
www.myhawaiicondo.com
www.myhawaiidreamhome.com
