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Hawai‘i

IN A WORD: INSPIRING. The youngest

An “old Hawai’i” feeling gives charm

island of Hawaiʻi has a vibe of extremes:

has a thriving arts scene and is home

island in the Hawaiian archipelago, the

fire and ice, traditional and contemporary, verdant valleys and lava deserts. Larger

The island of Hawai‘i offers stunning landscapes, from black sand beaches and towering waterfalls to majestic mountains and verdant valleys. It is home to fire goddess Pele at Kīlauea—the world’s most active volcano. At present, Kīlauea has two ongoing eruptions. Pu‘u‘ō‘ō has been erupting since January 1983, and Halema‘uma‘u Crater since March 2008.

than all the other Hawaiian Islands

combined, the island of Hawaiʻi is home to one of the most active volcanoes on

the planet. Kīlauea continues to create the newest land on earth—the island hasn’t stopped growing yet.

There’s plenty of room for visitors

to take in this incredible diversity of terrain. Though the island is big, it’s

NORTH KOHALA

not busy: While O‘ahu has nearly a

O‘ahu

million residents on 607 square miles,

Moloka‘i

Kaua‘i

Maui La ˉna‘i Hawai‘i

KOHALA COAST

SOUTH HĀMĀKUA KOHALA

NORTH HILO

the island of Hawai‘i has about 200,000 residents spread out among its 4,028 square miles.

This island continues to offer more

opportunities to explore Hawaiʻiʻs rich diverse cultures than any other island

Kona Airport

Hilo •

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NORTH KONA • Kailua-Kona

SOUTH HILO

Keauhou •

SOUTH KONA

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Hilo Airport

stone heiau (places of worship) and

the world-renowned Merrie Monarch

PUNA KA‘Ū

in the chain. From dramatic ancient

Festival, to the restored historic fishing village at Lapakahi and the futuristic ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center (where

exhibits explain traditional Hawaiian

methods of ocean navigation by the

stars), the island’s cultural wonders are

both enriching and abundant. Research done on the island of Hawai‘i also puts it under the global science spotlight.

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to some of its communities. The island to Hawaiian cowboy-influenced towns.

Sportsmen and athletes come from around the globe to get their fix:

IRONMAN™ and sport-fishing are worldrenowned. And with some of Hawai‘i’s

most magnificent courses from which to choose, some designed by the biggest

names in course development, the island of Hawai‘i is famous for its greens and

fairways. Tee off on a variety of courses throughout the island and play among

striking contrasts of lush green fairways, powder-white bunkers, jet-black lava flows and turquoise Pacific waters.

The island of Hawai‘i is a larger-than-life destination for world-class meetings that’s easily accessible but far from commonplace. With breathtaking

natural beauty, countless activities for

the adventurous, service distinguished by the legendary spirit of aloha,

modern meeting venues and some of the world’s most sophisticated hotels and resorts, it’s no wonder the island has emerged as a favorite meeting destination among planners.

Cover images (from left) A meeting at a lush garden on the Kohala Coast. An outdoor reception with stunning ocean views. A reception at Hulihe‘e Palace. Comparing notes before a meeting. (Opposite page) ʻAkaka Falls

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ISLAND OF HAWAIʻI: THE EXPERIENCE

QUICK FACTS

Itineraries on the island of Hawai‘i can

quickly fill up with all there is to see and

OFFICIAL FLOWER: Lehua

do. Topping the list is taking one of the

COLOR: Red

many agricultural tours offered on the

COUNTY SEAT: Hilo

island. Visit different farms to see where

NO. OF ROOMS: 7, 011

100% Kona coffee, Hawaiian chocolate,

POPULATION: 200,381

vanilla, tea, honey and much more comes

AREA: 4,028 sq mi (10,430 km²)

from. You can even taste them fresh!

LENGTH: 93 mi (150 km)

Pu‘uhonua o Hōnaunau is a sacred place

WIDTH: 76 mi (122 km)

of refuge. In earlier times, when death

HIGHEST POINT:

was a penalty for breaking laws, your

Maunakea, 13,796 ft (4,205 m)

only option to survive was to reach a

COASTLINE: 266 mi (428 km)

event at Hulihe‘e Palace, the summer

GETTING AROUND

puʻuhonua (place of refuge). An evening home for Hawaiian royalty in historic

DRIVING TIMES FROM HILO TO:

Kailua Village, infuses programs with a

WAIMEA: 1 hr, 15 min

touch of “nobility.”

HĀPUNA BEACH:

• via 19 (north route), 1 hr, 35 min

Upcountry Waimea is the birthplace of

N HO BRO 1 hr, 30 min • via 200,

paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) culture dating

KAILUA-KONA:

back to the mid 1800s, with working

• via 200/190 Daniel K. Inouye Highway

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ranches still thriving in the island’s

(Saddle Road) & Highway 190, 1 hr, 45 min

pastures. As such, cookouts, horseback

• via 19 (north route), 2 hrs, 15 min

riding and ATV adventures through the

• via 11 (south route), 3 hrs

hilly fields are favorite group activities.

DRIVING TIMES FROM KAILUA-KONA TO:

Located along the Hilo Coast, ‘Akaka Falls

WAIKOLOA BEACH RESORT: 40 minutes

State Park offers an easy 0.4-mile uphill

PUNALU‘U BLACK SAND BEACH: 1 hr, 45 min

hike that winds through a lush rainforest

HĀWĨ:

and draping ferns. Sailing, snorkeling and

• via 19/270, 1 hr, 10 min

filled with wild orchids, bamboo groves

• via 190, 1 hr, 35 min

other watersports can be found along

many of the coastal locations. Additional

For more information about holding a meeting

epicurean appeal lies in any of the great

on the island of Hawai‘i, call (808) 885-1655 or

farmersʻ markets around the island.

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take place with Mother Nature at the

them, with companies utilizing

waterfall hikes, outrigger canoe paddling,

energy conversion for renewable

dark lava tube and much more.

MEASURING UP

and a teacher. With a variety of natural

for groups to sprawl out for business

environments, it is the ultimate destination

for scientists and adventure seekers alike who seek to explore the wonders of

Captains of Their Industry Inspire attendees

at sea with breakfast and a snorkel on

a catamaran, or a full day of deep-sea

fishing. Reeling in a marlin, mahimahi or ‘ahi is the ultimate adrenaline rush.

Giddyup Kahua Ranch offers stunning

views of lush rolling hills and several on-site locations for events. Guests can explore

this working ranch by ATV or on horseback.

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to infuse both incentives and meetings with incalculable inspiration.

offers the best stargazing in the world—a

will find meeting and convention options that cater to groups of any size and

purpose. With more than 7,000 rooms, the island’s varied hotels and resorts range

from value-oriented to ultraluxurious, and offer a wide array of meeting and indoor and outdoor event space. Most resorts for groups are along the Kohala Coast and in Kona and Hilo, with the largest indoor venue measuring more than

24,000 square feet of exhibit space.

planetarium, visitors learn about the

major international airports—Ellison Onizuka

connection between Hawaiians and the

stars. Stargazing is equally impressive from the shoreline on the Kohala Coast. The

clear, dark skies make for ideal conditions.

above sea level in the Kohala Mountains.

island of Hawai‘i has the potential to be

opportunities on the island of Hawai‘i

meetings and special events. Planners

GETTING IN AND GETTING AROUND

Hawai‘i is the place to go. With a 3D

On the topic of alternate and renewable

It’s Natural The best team-building

So much space begets plenty of room

In Hilo, the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center of

Watch the sunset and enjoy a barbecue

dinner at the summit, perched 3,200 feet

and snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay.

and gives planners ample opportunities

must-do for groups visiting the island.

to hand-select their own ingredients.

horseback riding in North Kohala to diving

the island has wide-reaching importance

with a cook-off challenge led by some

farm-to-table experience by visiting farms

can experience myriad activities, from

volcanology. On these topics and more,

Some say that the island of Hawai’i

of the island’s top chefs, or get a true

(From top) Visitors to the island of Hawaiʻi

astronomy, marine biology, geology and

“Big” Eats Groups with a taste for

competition can test their culinary skills

aquaculture projects.

SCIENCE IN THE SPOTLIGHT

The island of Hawai‘i is both a classroom

INCENTIVE INSPIRATIONS

energy production and a variety of

energy resources technologies, the

an international star. The Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawai‘i Authority (NELHA)

gives a fascinating glimpse into some of

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The island of Hawai‘i is accessed by two Kona International Airport at Keāhole

(KOA) and Hilo International Airport (ITO).

Flight times from Honolulu are about 40 minutes and 50 minutes, respectively.

Kona offers direct access to Japan and to many mainland destinations, including Los Angeles, Oakland, San Diego, San

Jose, San Francisco, Seattle, Phoenix and

Denver. Seasonal service is available from Anchorage, Bellingham, Portland, Dallas/ Fort Worth and Vancouver.

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planting trees, teeing up, exploring a

deep ocean water in ocean thermal

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helm—ziplining through tropical rainforests,

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PRESIDENTIAL SUITE

OTHER SUITES

NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS

LARGEST THEATRE SEATING

LARGEST BANQUET SEATING

OUTDOOR VENUE FOR RECEPTION

DIST. FROM CONV. CENTER (MI + KM)

POOL

GOLF COURSE

BUSINESS CENTER

RESTAURANTS

FITNESS CENTER

LARGEST EXHIBIT SPACE (SQFT + M2)

AVAILABLE ROOMS

TOTAL MEETING SPACE (SQFT + M2)

TOTAL ROOMS

ACCO MMO DATIONS

Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel

286

150

6

12

3

12,000 sf 1,798 m2

310

310

5,000 sf 1,524 m2

100

-

Yes

No

No

Yes

No

Grand Naniloa Hilo - a DoubleTree by Hilton

378

225

-

7

4

12,480 sf 1,160 m2

220

400

4,260 sf 396 m2

1,000

-

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

508

486

1

23

9

100,000 sf 30,000 m2

910

1,070

8,800 sf 2,940 m2

1,000

-

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Courtyard Marriott King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel

450

452

-

5

10

20,000 sf

500

350

5,200 sf

500

-

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

243

-

1

50

14

40,000 sf 3,713 m2

500

390

6,175 sf 574 m2

300

-

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Kona Bay Hotel (Uncle Billy’s)

146

100

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

Yes

No

No

No

No

Royal Kona Resort

436

-

-

9

5

7,000 sf 685 m2

500

250

-

250

-

Yes

No

No

Yes

Yes

Hotels & Resorts

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HILO Lori Flores, Assistant Vice President of Sales 71 Banyan Dr., Hilo, HI 96720 800-367-5004 lflores@castleresorts.com castleresorts.com/big-island/hilo-hawaiian-hotel Shannon Seider, Director of Sales 93 Banyan Dr., Hilo, HI 96720 808-969-3333 shannon.seider@hilton.com grandnaniloahilo.com

Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay James Palank, Director of Sales & Marketing 78-128 ‘Ehukai St., Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-930-4900, 888-488-3535 james.palank@marriott.com, sheratonkona.com KAILUA-KONA

Kerstin Busse, Director of Sales 75-5660 Palani Rd., Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-329-2911, 800-367-2111 kbusse@konabeachhotel.com konabeachhotel.com

Mark Ley, Director of Sales 72-100 Ka’upulehu Dr., Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-325-8000, 888-340-5662 mark.ley@fourseasons.com fourseasons.com/hualalai Beverly Oka, Sales & Marketing 75-5739 Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-961-5818, 800-367-5102 bev@unclebilly.com, unclebilly.com Marites Bravo-Bala, Sales Manager 75-5852 Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-930-3253, 800-22 ALOHA marites.bravo@hawaiianhotels.com, royalkona.com

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KEAUHOU

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POOL

GOLF COURSE

BUSINESS CENTER

RESTAURANTS

FITNESS CENTER

DIST. FROM CONV. CENTER (MI + KM)

300

2

52

14

1,393,920 sf 3,716 m2

1,170

910

14,000 sf 1,301 m2

1,500

-

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort

350

249

-

17

10

90,000 sf

900

650

-

400

-

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

1,243

1,000

5

54

20

2,700,720 sf 6,131 m2

2,500

1,560

24,720 sf 2,296 m2

3,000

-

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Kings’ Land by Hilton Grand Vacations

311

20

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

Yes

No

No

Yes

Yes

Kohala Suites by Hilton Grand Vacations

120

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

Yes

No

No

No

Yes

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel

252

200

2

8

6

75,000 sf

390

220

-

850

-

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows

341

341

5

18

9

18,000 sf

650

550

10,800 sf

900

-

Yes

Yes

Yes

No

Yes

Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

295

300

3

22

16

14,000 sf

1,300

880

12,090 sf

1,300

-

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

OUTDOOR VENUE FOR RECEPTION

LARGEST BANQUET SEATING

LARGEST EXHIBIT SPACE (SQFT + M2)

LARGEST THEATRE SEATING

TOTAL MEETING SPACE (SQFT + M2)

PRESIDENTIAL SUITE

540

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AVAILABLE ROOMS

Fairmont Orchid, Hawai‘i

Hotels & Resorts

OTHER SUITES

TOTAL ROOMS

ACCO MMO DATIONS

KOHALA COAST

Phil Ellison, Director, Group Sales 1 North Kaniku Dr., Kohala Coast, HI 96743 808-885-2000, 800-845-9905 orchid@fairmont.com, fairmont.com/orchid-hawaii Taryn Kabei, Director of Group Sales 62-100 Kauna‘oa Dr., Kohala Coast, HI 96743 808-880-1111, 800-735-1111 t.kabei@princehawaii.com, hapunabeachresort.com

Hilton Waikoloa Village

Christopher Anderson, Director of Sales & Marketing 69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa, HI 96738 808-886-2933, 800-HILTONS info@hiltonwaikoloavillage.com, hiltonwaikoloavillage.com Nathan Richter, Director of Sales 69-699 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa, HI 96738 702-946-9264, 800-445-8667 nathan.richter@hgv.com, kingslandhgvc.hilton.com Nathan Richter, Director of Sales 69-550 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa, HI 96738 702-946-9264, 800-445-8667 nathan.richter@hgv.com waikoloabeachresorthgvc.hilton.com Taryn Kabei, Director of Group Sales 62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Dr., Kohala Coast, HI 96743 808-880-1111, 800-735-1111 t.kabei@princehawaii.com maunakeabeachhotel.com Peter Thoene, Director, Sales & Marketing 68-1400 Mauna Lani Dr., Kohala Coast, HI 96743 808-881-7034, 800-367-2323 pthoene@maunalani.com, maunalani.com John Dominguez, Director of Sales & Marketing 69-275 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa, HI 96738 808-886-8185, 800-922-5533 john.dominguez@marriott.com, waikoloamarriott.com

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BLUE HAWAIIAN HELICOPTERS

FAIR WIND CRUISES

Honored by the FAA every year since 1998, called “Hawaii’s premier helicopter tour company” by Nat’l Geographic and “the Cadillac of helicopter tour companies” by Frommer’s Hawaii, only Blue Hawaiian serves all of Hawaii—Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Big Island.

Spectacular Snorkel Cruises to pristine Kealakekua Bay State park aboard Fair Wind II, 60’ custom catamaran. AM & PM trips available. 106 passenger capacity.

HULA KAI

PARADISE HELICOPTERS

Hula Kai is a luxurious 55’ high tech hydrofoil design featuring 40 “Captain’s Chairs” designed with first-class comforts to South Hawaii Island bays. Group & exclusive private charters available.

Paradise Helicopters, locally owned and operated company offering the most unique, fun and flexible adventures across the Hawaiian Islands. More than lava, rainbows, and waterfalls–we share with you- Aloha.

Christopher Blunt, Sales Manager, Group & Exclusives 78-7130 Kaleiopapa, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 (808) 345-6222, Toll Free (800) 677-9461 christopher@fair-wind.com, www.fair-wind.com

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Christopher Blunt, Sales Manager, Group & Exclusives 78-7130 Kaleiopapa, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 (808) 345-6222, Toll Free (800) 322-2913 christopher@fair-wind.com, www.fair-wind.com

Waynette Kwon, Director of Marketing & Sales P.O. Box 5371 Kailua-Kona, HI 96745-5371 (877) 336-8501, Toll Free (866) 876-7422 Waynette@paradisecopters.com, www.paradisecopters.com

POLYNESIAN ADVENTURE TOURS

Mugs Hunt, Charter Department Manager 2880 Kilihau Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96819 1-877-622-1780 groups@polyad.com, www.polyad.com

Polynesian Adventure Tours (Poly Ad) is Hawaii’s best transportation and tour provider.

Proudly serving Hawaii since 1977, offering sightseeing experiences on Oahu, Maui, Kauai and the Big Island of Hawaii.

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ROBERTS HAWAII

JoAnn Erban VP Sales, Westbound and Asia Division 680 Iwilei Road, Suite 700, Honolulu, HI 96817 (808) 539-9481 JoAnn.Erban@robertshawaii.com, www.robertshawaii.com/transportation/groups

Roberts Hawaii is the state’s largest tour and transportation company, with an unmatched fleet of approximately 900 vehicles and a full line of tours, entertainment options and ground transportation services.

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Rowena Crisostomo, Group Sales Manager Kahului Airport Rd. #105, Kahului, HI 96732 (808) 442-8078, Toll Free (800) 745-2583 RCrisostomo@bluehawaiian.com www.BlueHawaiian.com

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Accommodations CONDOMINIUMS CASTLE KONA BALI KAI RESORT

Lori Flores, Assistant Vice President of Sales 76-6246 Aliʻi Dr. Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 800-367-5004 lflores@castleresorts.com castleresorts.com/big-island/kona-bali-kai CASTLE KONA REEF

Lori Flores, Assistant Vice President of Sales 75-5888 Aliʻi Dr. Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 800-367-5004 groups@castleresorts.com castleresorts.com/big-island/kona-reef

Activities & Attractions ATLANTIS SUBMARINES KONA

Yuki Klahr, Sales Manager 75-5669 Ali’i Dr. Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-329-3175, 800-548-6262 yklahr@atlantisadventures.com atlantissubmarines.com

BLUE HAWAIIAN HELICOPTERS

Rowena Crisostomo, Groups Events Manager Hilo International Airport Hilo, HI 96720 808-961-5600, 800-786-2583 rcrisostomo@bluehawaiian.com bluehawaiian.com

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BODY GLOVE CRUISES

HAWAII FOREST & TRAIL

Maggie Brown, President/Owner 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy. Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-326-7122, 800-551-8911 maggie@bodyglovehawaii.com bodyglovehawaii.com

Chelsea Nichols Senior Sales Manager 73-5593 Olowalu St. #A Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-331-3658, 800-464-1993 cnichols@hawaii-forest.com hawaii-forest.com

CAPTAIN ZODIAC

Bill Zabolski, President 74-425 Kealakehe Pkwy., Suite 16 Kailua Kona, HI 96740 808-329-3199 pirates@captainzodiac.com captainzodiac.com

Christopher Blunt, Sales Manager 78-7130 Kaleiopapa St. Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-345-6222 christopher@fair-wind.com fair-wind.com

Gwen Scott, Office Administrative Assistant 81-6581 Māmalahoa Hwy. Kealakekua, HI 96750 808-334-3421, 888-592-5662 gwen@greenwellfarms.com greenwellfarms.com HĀLEO LŪ’AU - THE VOICE OF LIFE

Nani Kaapana, Sales Administrator 78-128 ‘Ehukai St. Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-326-4969 info@ibphawaii.com haleoluau.com

Jeanne Herbst, Visitor Center Manager 16-701 Macadamia Rd. Kea‘au HI, 96749 808-966-8613 jherbst@maunaloa.com maunaloa.com NUI POHAKU ADVENTURE TOURS

KAPOHOKINE ADVENTURES

OCEAN SPORTS WAIKOLOA

KONA SUNRISE CHARTERS DBA HULA KAI

PARADISE HELICOPTERS

MAUNA KEA BEACH HOTEL LUAU

SUNSET LUAU

Gary Marrow, Owner P.O. Box 638 Pepe‘ekeo, HI 96783 808-964-1000 tours@kapohokine.com kapohokine.com

GREENWELL FARMS INC.

VISITORS CENTER

HAWAII TROPICAL BOTANICAL GARDEN

Royce Jenkins, Office Manager 27-717 Old Māmalahoa Hwy. Pāpa‘ikou, HI 96781 808-964-5233 htbg@ilhawaii.net htbg.com

FAIR WIND

MAUNA LOA MACADAMIA NUT FACTORY &

Christopher Blunt, Sales Manager 78-7130 Kaleiopapa St. Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-345-6222 christopher@fair-wind.com fair-wind.com

Jaisy Jardine, Director of Public Relations 62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Dr. Kohala Coast, HI 96743 808-882-5810 jjardine@maunakearesort.net maunakeabeachhotel.com/dining /big-island-hi-luaus/

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Debra Romeo, Co-Owner 13-647 Pohoiki Rd. Pahoa, HI 96778 808-937-0644 romeo@nuipohaku.com nuipohaku.com

Nick Craig, Director of Sales 69-275 Waikoloa Beach Dr. Waikoloa, HI 96738 808-886-6666, 888-724-5234 groupsales@hawaiioceansports.com hawaiioceansports.com

Waynette Kwon, Director of Marketing & Sales 73-341 U’u St. Kailua-Kona, HI 96745 808-969-7392, 866-876-7422 waynette.kwon@paradisecopters.com paradisecopters.com

Henri Humbert, Banquet/Luau Manager 69-275 Waikoloa Beach Dr. Waikoloa, HI 96738 808-886-8111 henri.humbert@marriott.com sunsetluau.com

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I S LAN D O F HAWA I‘ I SUNSHINE HELICOPTERS

Kim Dixon, Groups Manager 1 Kahului Airport Rd., Hangar 107 Kahului, HI 96732 808-270-3912 kim.dixon@sunshinehelicopters.com sunshinehelicopters.com UMAUMA FALLS ZIPLINE & RAPPEL EXPERIENCE

John H. McCollum, General Manager 31-313 Old Māmalahoa Hwy. Hakalau, HI 96710 808-930-9477 jmccollum@ziplinehawaii.com umaumaexperience.com

VOYAGERS OF THE PACIFIC AT THE ROYAL KONA RESORT

David Knight, Regional Operations Manager Royal Kona Resort Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-201-0976, 800-222-5642 david.knight@hawaiianhotels.com konaluau.com

Airlines & Aircraft Charters ALASKA AIRLINES

Carolynn Hoey, Manager, Wholesale Groups and Meetings 19300 International Blvd.

Seattle, WA 98188 800-252-7522 sales@alaskaair.com, alaskaair.com HAWAIIAN AIRLINES

Leimomi Hall, Director of Sales, North America One Market, Spear Tower, Suite 3600 San Francisco, CA 94116 415-293-8107, 800-367-5320 leimomi.hall@hawaiianair.com hawaiianairlines.com

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MOKULELE AIRLINES

Jenny Hansen Director of Business Development P.O. Box 4409 Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-495-4188, 866-260-7070 marketing@mokulelehawaii.com mokulele.com UNITED AIRLINES

Bill Byrne, Director of Leisure & Specialty Sales United Airlines - HNLSS 324 Rodgers Blvd.

Honolulu, HI 96819 800-241-6522 bill.byrne@united.com united.com

Audio/Visual Services

ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR - ISLAND OF HAWAI‘I

Joslyn Bantilan, Account Manager 74-5583 Luhia St. Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-543-1519 joslyn.d.bantilan@ehi.com enterprise.com

Destination Management Companies ALLIEDPRA HAWAII

Robert Lowell, National Sales Manager 876 Curtis St., Suite 102 Honolulu, HI 96813 808-593-2900 hawaii@alliedpra.com alliedpra.com/locations/hawaii

RHEMA SERVICES

Patrick Ku, President 94-515 Uke’e St., Suite 201 Waipahu, HI 96797 808-677-5700 patku@rhemaservices.com rhemaservices.com

AMSTAR HAWAII, DBA WORLDSTAR

Business & Financial Services MVNP

Car Rentals, Taxis & Limousines

Debbie Tada, Account Services Director 745 Fort St., Suite 900 Honolulu, HI 96813 808-536-0881 info@mvnp.com mvnp.com

Jerry Cunanan, Regional Director of Sales & Marketing 2155 Kalākaua Ave., Suite 614 Honolulu, HI 96815 808-946-3939, 888-946-3930 hawaiitours@worldstardmc.com worldstargroups.com CHRYSALIS EVENTS HAWAII

Christy Yomes, Partner 300 Ohukai Rd., Unit 320 Kihei, HI 96753 808-419-6816, 877-989-4728 info@chrysaliseventshawaii.com chrysaliseventshawaii.com

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HAWAII MEETINGS

John Hendrickson, President Wailea Town Center Wailea, HI 96753 808-244-7600 john@hawaiimeetings.com hawaiimeetings.com ISLAND PARTNERS HAWAI‘I

Leona Balthazar, Vice President of Sales 140 Ho‘ohana St., Suite 202 Kahului, HI 96732 808-878-2580 leonab@islandpartnershawaii.com islandpartnershawaii.com ISLAND STYLE INNOVATIONS

Colleen Reyes, Partner 953 Lehua Ave. Pearl City, HI 96782 808-294-6020 colleen@island-styleinnovations.com island-styleinnovations.com KATHY CLARKE HAWAII - ROCK SOLID

EVENTS & DESTINATION MANAGEMENT

Kathy Clarke, President, CEO P.O. Box 2245 Kamuela, HI 96743 808-885-8060 kathy@kathyclarkehawaii.com kathyclarkehawaii.com MC&A, INC.

Jamie Lambert, Director of Sales 615 Pi‘ikoi St., Suite 1000 Honolulu, HI 96814 808-589-5524 jamie.lambert@mcahawaii.com mcahawaii.com

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I S LAN D O F HAWA I‘ I TRADE-WINDS MANAGEMENT GROUP, LTD

Nayana Heim, Vice President, Sales & Operations P.O. Box 383279 Waikoloa, HI 96738 808-883-1600 nheim@tmghawaiiltd.com tmghawaiiltd.com WEIL & ASSOCIATES

Debbie Weil-Manuma, President 1357 Kapi‘olani Blvd, Suite 860 Honolulu, HI 96814 808-983-1122, 800-367-2333 debbie@weildmc.com weildmc.com

BLUE DRAGON COASTAL CUISINES & MUSIQUARIUM

Noah Hester, General Manager 61-3616 Kawaihae Rd. Kamuela, HI 96743 808-882-7731 bluedragonmanager@gmail.com bluedragonhawaii.com

Entertainers MALU PRODUCTIONS

Michelle Malulani Kama, Executive Director P.O. Box 88800 Honolulu, HI 96830 808-585-7388 info@maluproductions.com maluproductions.com

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Florists/Flowers AKATSUKA ORCHID GARDENS

Moriyasu Akatsuka, President 11-3051 Volcano Rd. Volcano, HI 96785 808-967-8234, 888-967-6669 info@akatsukaorchid.com akatsukaorchid.com

Golf Courses, Products & Services KONA COUNTRY CLUB

Peggy Ciriako, Tournament Coordinator/ Marketing/Pro Shop Manager 78-7000 Ali‘i Dr. Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-322-2595 info@konagolf.com konacountryclub.com

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MAKANI GOLF CLUB

Jeff Keeler, Managing Director 71-1420 Māmalahoa Hwy. Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 808-325-5044 jkeeler@makanigolfclub.com makanigolfclub.com MAUNA KEA GOLF COURSE

Josh Silliman, Director of Golf 62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Dr. Kohala Coast, HI 96743 808-882-5400 jsilliman@maunakearesort.net maunakeagolf.com

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Dining

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I S LAN D O F HAWA I‘ I MAUNA LANI RESORT NORTH COURSE

Scott Christenson, PGA Director of Golf 68-1400 Mauna Lani Dr. Kohala Coast, HI 96743 808-885-6655 schristenson@maunalani.com maunalani.com

MAUNA LANI RESORT SOUTH COURSE

Scott Christenson, PGA Director of Golf 68-1400 Mauna Lani Dr., Kohala Coast, HI 96743 808-885-6655 schristenson@maunalani.com maunalani.com WAIKOLOA BEACH COURSE

Becky Ryan, Golf Sales & Marketing 600 Waikoloa Beach Dr. Waikoloa, HI 96738 808-886-5172 bryan@waikoloaland.com waikoloabeachgolf.com WAIKOLOA KINGS’ COURSE

Becky Ryan, Golf Sales & Marketing 69-600 Waikoloa Beach Dr. Waikoloa, HI 96738 808-886-5172 bryan@waikoloaland.com waikoloabeachgolf.com

Ground Transportation & Tours

ABC STORES

JACK’S TOURS, INC.

Alisa Hanselman, General Manager 737 Kanoelehua Ave. Hilo, HI 96720 808-969-9507, 800-442-5557 info@jackstours.com jackshawaii.com ROBERTS HAWAII

Tom Laidlaw, Director of Sales, Groups 680 Iwilei Rd., Suite 700 Honolulu, HI 96817 808-539-9451, 800-767-7551 tom.laidlaw@robertshawaii.com robertshawaii.com

Meeting & Event Venues WAIKOLOA BOWL AT QUEENS’ GARDENS

Alissa Smith 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr. Waikoloa, HI 96738 808-886-8822 asmith@waikoloaland.com waikoloabeachresort.com

Rebecca Coons, President P.O. Box 501 Volcano, HI 96785 407-493-3751 rebecca@naluco.com nalu-creative.com

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Neil Ishida, Director of Public Relations 766 Pohukaina St. Honolulu, HI 96813 808-591-2550, 888-703-4222 nishida@abcstores.com abcstores.com

THE SHOPS AT MAUNA LANI

Mitch Green, Property Manager 68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr. South Kohala Coast, HI 96743 808-885-9501 mitch@shopsatmaunalani.com shopsatmaunalani.com

Staffing

BIG ISLAND CANDIES INC.

IATSE MIXED LOCAL 665

KINGS’ SHOPS

Travel Professionals

Lance Duyao, Director of Retail Operations & Special Events 585 Hinano St. Hilo, HI 96720 808-961-2199, 800-935-5510 lance@bigislandcandies.com bigislandcandies.com

Jill Izuno, Assistant General Manager 250 Waikoloa Beach Dr. Waikoloa, HI 96738 808-886-8811 jill.Izuno@kingsshops.com kingsshops.com PARKER RANCH CENTER

Meeting/Convention Planners NALU CREATIVE

Shopping/Retail

Frank Zablan, Property Manager 67-1185 Māmalahoa Hwy. Kamuela, HI 96743 808-885-7178 fzablan@wilkow.com parkerranchcenter.com QUEENS’ MARKETPLACE

Alissa Smith 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Suite 2601 Waikoloa, HI 96738 808-886-8822 asmith@waikoloaland.com queensmarketplace.net meethawaii.com/hawaii-island

Irish Barber, Business Representative 501 Summer St., Suite 605 Honolulu, HI 96817 808-596-0227 alohairish@iatse665.org iatse665.org

PLEASANT HOLIDAYS

Barbara Gabrelow Director of Group & Incentive Sales 2404 Townsgate Rd. Westlake Village, CA 91361 805-744-6281, 800-448-3333 barbara.gabrelow@pleasant.net pleasantholidays.com

SAY ALOHA TO RESORT AMENITIES WITHOUT THE RESORT PRICE TAG YOUR GROUP WILL THANK YOU Whether your group is here to work, play, or do both in equal measure, our experienced sales team will work with you to create an unforgettable event that matches your needs and exceeds your expectations with: Over 20,000 sq. ft. of flexible indoor and outdoor space including the oceanfront Luau Grounds, Honu’s Private Dining Room, Executive Boardroom, 10 breakout rooms, and the expansive Kamakahonu Ballroom to accommodate up to 450 attendees.

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