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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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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
Island of Hawai‘i
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
= HVCB Member
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
= HVCB Member
NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS
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
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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
KAMAKAHONU BEACH, HAWAII ISLAND: ©HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY (HTA)/TOR JOHNSON
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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