Turo Hawaii: Transforming Hawaii Travel with Local Insights and a Look Back to the 2023 Maui Wildfire Relief Program

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🚗 Catherine Mejia, Turo’s Senior Public Affairs Manager, and Leonani Puailihau, Turo’s Senior Community Relations Manager, join the show! We talk story about their pivotal roles in reshaping how travelers explore Hawaii with Turo. The conversation delves into the essence of Turo's peer-to-peer car sharing, its profound impact on local communities, especially following the Maui wildfires, and its deep-rooted commitment to fostering responsible tourism throughout the Hawaiian Islands.
What we discuss with Catherine Mejia and Leonani Puailihau:

• Introduction to Turo and its role in Hawaii
• The personal and impactful travel experiences Turo offers
• Catherine Mejia and Leonani Puailihau's insights on Turo
• How Turo supports Hawaiian communities and promotes responsible tourism
• Turo's response to the Maui wildfires and community support initiatives
• The benefits of choosing Turo for transportation needs in Hawaii
• Engaging in responsible tourism through Turo
• Turo's safety protocols and comprehensive insurance policies
• The importance of the aloha spirit in Hawaiian tourism and Turo's embodiment of it

The resources mentioned in this episode are:
Turo's Website
Turo on Facebook
Turo on Instagram
Turo on X
Turo on YouTube
👉 Full show notes and resources can be found here: hawaiisbesttravel.com/turo-hawaii-transforming-travel

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Κεφάλαια

1. Exploring Turo's Impact on Hawaii (00:00:00)

2. Community Effort for Maui Relief (00:07:40)

3. Regenerative Tourism With Turo in Hawaii (00:20:25)

4. Understanding Turo Insurance and Host Opportunities (00:34:50)