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Hospitality hits a high note on Maui, with

owes much of its acclaim to Haleakalā.

to both business and leisure travelers

world’s most desirable travel destinations The volcano’s eruptions one million years ago shaped an island spectacular with

natural beauty. It formed the deep and

There’s a reason why American author Mark Twain once said: “I went to Maui to stay for a week and remained five.” Maui’s landscape offers a kaleidoscope of verdant rainforests, towering mountain views and golden strands of beaches. From the striking black sands of Wai‘ānapanapa State Park in East Maui to the fine powdery granules along the southern shore, Maui’s 30 miles of beaches consistently rank as some of “America’s Best.”

lush ʻĪao Valley and the 1,200-foot-high

needle-shaped rock that rises from within it. It shaped a coastline fringed with an impressive diversity of beaches, and

Kaua‘i

Maui

Today, long after its erupting has ceased,

night enveloping its peak is supernatural. And to catch sight of the rare silversword

Kapalua

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WEST MAUI

✈ Kapalua

Kā‘anapali • Lāhainā • Lāhainā Ferry Terminal

Airport

Kahului Kahului Airport Harbor

Wailuku • Kahului •

✈

CENTRAL MAUI Kīhei • Wailea • Mākena • SOUTH MAUI

NORTH SHORE MAUI Pā‘ia Makawao •

UPCOUNTRY MAUI

EAST MAUI

Hāna Airport

• Hāna

professionals, high-tech capabilities, championship golf and a fascinating

culture are among the reasons why a

visit to Maui can recharge both mind and body. Little wonder that planners and clients around the world have selected the island for their meeting, convention or incentive trip.

bloom—well, it’s as magical as it gets.

afforded on Maui. Those who want the

Beyond its inherent beauty, there are other reasons that Maui has been consistently

There are well-preserved historic villages, humpback whales breaching in full view

just off the coast during winter months and

A multitude of travel experiences are ultimate in beachfront lolling can be catered to with resort extravagance. Ultimate fantasy swimming pools,

high-end dining and world-class spas

provide treatment-rich experiences that rank among the best on the globe.

activities of all sorts accessible to travelers—

There are 14 well-manicured golf courses

interests and indulgences of every visitor

80 kahakai (beaches) to enjoy. No one

from watersports to shopping to golf. The to the island are catered to with aplomb; it is an island of accessible activity, whatever the inclination.

and collectively keep the island green.

MAUI: THE EXPERIENCE

ranked as the “Best Island in the World.”

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operations, services and building design

flower that grows only on Haleakalā’s

slopes and can take up to 50 years to

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Energy-saving examples abound in

unique activities, island cuisine,

kaleidoscopic picture of brilliance. The starry

Hawai‘i

strategies to reduce, recycle and reuse.

to tier in stunning fashion.

from its more-than-10,000-foot summit is a

La ˉna‘i

venues are continuously employing new

Dedicated and trained meetings

freshwater streams cascade from tier

magical moments. Every sunrise viewed

Moloka‘i

in grand style. Resorts and meeting

crafted the pools of ʻOheʻo, where

Haleakalā continues to infuse Maui with O‘ahu

its world-class resort properties catering

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(some are private) on the island and

beach is alike on Maui, with Kapalua’s D.T. Fleming Beach, Kā‘anapali Beach, Wailea Beach and Kapalua Bay Beach among

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Maui

MAUI’S REPUTATION as one of the

the most popular. There are sands of

Maui

every color, warm tide pools, protected snorkeling lagoons, and big waves for

surfers, windsurfers and boogie boarders.

QUICK FACTS FLOWER: Lokelani

Maui’s multiple options for shopping

COLOR:

gratify travelers beyond expectation, too.

Pink

(Damask rose)

COUNTY SEAT: Wailuku

There are upscale retail shops at resorts,

NO. OF ROOMS: 12,562

mom-and-pop stores and designer

POPULATION: 165,386

boutiques from which to choose. Kahului

AREA:

is the island’s busiest port and most

727 sq mi (1,883 km²)

LENGTH: 40

populous metro area. This town of

WIDTH:

approximately 20,000 people is the first

mi (64 km)

26 mi (42 km)

HIGHEST POINT:

city visitors to Maui see after touching

down at nearby Kahului Airport. Besides

COASTLINE:

being home to a deep-dredged shipping

BEACHES:

harbor, Kahului is Maui’s retail center,

Haleakalā, 10,023 ft (3,055 m)

120 miles (193 km)

with malls such as Queen Ka‘ahumanu

Center. Kahului also contains worthwhile

GETTING AROUND

attractions, including the Maui Arts &

DRIVING TIMES FROM KAHULUI TO:

Cultural Center, one of the island’s

WEST MAUI (INCLUDING LĀHAINĀ,

premier venues for concerts, art exhibitions

HO BRO

KĀʻANAPALI, KAPALUA AND NĀPILI):

and resources for Hawaiian culture.

45-65 min

SOUTH MAUI (INCLUDING KĪHEI AND

For a glimpse at Maui’s past, Lāhainā

WAILEA):

is a historic whaling village on the

HĀNA:

National Register of Historic Places,

20-25 min

2.5-3.5 hr

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with sites including an old prison,

seaman’s hospital and inn. Lāhainā

For more information about

is also one of the areas where whale

holding a meeting on Maui, call

watching tours depart.

(808) 244-3530 or email meetings@MeetHawaii.com.

(Cover images, from left) Reviewing the day’s agenda. Outdoor venues for casual receptions or alfresco dinners. Meeting at a hotel. (Right) Snorkeling off the waters of Lāhainā

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descent on a paved road down Haleakalā.

FRESH PICKS

Upcountry Maui is bathed in sunshine.

Beyond highlighting Maui’s spectacular landscape, those rays of the sun also

make this area on the slopes of Haleakalā

On the Road Set out to play a game of

adventure: sunrise on the top of

over the waves at Ho’okipa Beach Park. Then

House of the Sun The ultimate group

Haleakalā, Maui’s over-10,000-foot

dormant volcano. Watch dawn arrive, have a picnic breakfast, and slowly

coast back down the slopes on bicycles. Underwater Wonders Take a catamaran to

Molokini, don snorkel or dive gear, and

take the 250 fish species challenge. The

center of Molokini is home to a reef that

provides great underwater views, as visi-

bility can be up to 150 feet on clear days. Views From the Top To see Maui’s

“count the windsurfers” flitting like butterflies travel along the scenic road to “Heavenly

the artsy town of Makawao will give them

a chance to watch local glassblowers and painters as they work.

Windows to the Ocean The focus at the

renowned food and wine festivals.

its goat cheese dairy, winery and myriad lavender, breadfruit and, naturally, the

well-known local chefs can lead cooking demonstrations and engage group

members in competitions to create the

best dishes using Maui-grown ingredients.

gives attendees access to beautiful

each sounding exotic and each living up

wetsuit and flippers.

thousands of square feet. Maui’s largest grand ballroom, at 26,700 square feet,

can host a banquet for 1,620. For larger

events, the Maui Arts and Cultural Center in Kahului can accommodate 3,000 in an outdoor amphitheater setting.

air carriers make traveling to Maui easy.

visiting groups. Back at the resorts,

MEASURING UP

underwater vistas without the need for

units are available on the island of Maui.

coffee plantations are popular with

market and Maui’s pineapple and

after-hours event at this aquarium, with

its walk-through deep ocean experience,

Maui, accessible only via a long and

GETTING IN AND GETTING AROUND

population from helicopter heights is marvelous.

and “old Hawaiʻi” enclave in northeastern

these upcountry spots, the farmers’

sweet Maui onion. Organized tours of

Maui Ocean Center is on the marine life of the Pacific Ocean. A private

ritzy shopping, and Hāna is a “heavenly”

Indoor and outdoor function space totals

flock from around the world to attend its

waterfalls, valleys, mountain peaks, and— when in season—humpback whale

beaches. Wailea has classic resorts and

has long been the style, and visitors

farms, which grow such ingredients as

once thrived. Some time to walk around

there’s bliss to be found on the exquisite

Over 12,000 hotel and condominium

destination where farm-to-table dining

Saddles and Sculptures Inspired by

Haleakalā on horseback where plantations

and snorkeling. In Kā‘anapali and Mākena,

has made Maui an epicurean delight—a

Upcountry’s food bounty comes from

groups can amble along the slopes of

to celebrate food and wine, golf, culture

winding road.

Hāna” in the east.

Maui’s paniolo (Hawaiian cowboys),

and incentive groups. Kapalua is a place

one of the most fertile agricultural

expanses in all of Hawai’i. The result

INCENTIVE INSPIRATIONS

clusters to cater to meetings, conferences

Maui is a diverse group of destinations, to its impeccable reputation. There are several areas of the island with resort

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Flights by national, regional and charter Maui airports include the main airport in Kahului, served by local and national

carriers, and smaller local airports in Kapalua and Hāna. The flight from

Honolulu takes approximately 30 minutes. There are direct flights to Maui from the U.S. Mainland from Los Angeles,

San Diego, San Francisco and Seattle, among other cities.

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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)

COMMITTABLE ROOMS

TOTAL MEETING SPACE (SQFT + M2)

TOTAL ROOMS

ACCO MMO DATIONS

–

1,825 sf 170 m2

825 sf 77 m2

200

–

Yes

–

Yes

138

–

1,250 sf 116 m2

100

1,217 sf 113 m2

100

–

Yes

–

Yes

265

–

980 sf 91 m2

–

Yes

–

Yes

–

Yes

–

Yes

–

Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa

806

110,000 sf 10,219 m2

1,500

1,200

18,375 sf 1,707 m2

850

–

Yes

Kāʻanapali Beach Hotel

432

431

–

6,250 sf 1,905 m2

480

220

4,000 sf 1,219 m2

200

–

Yes

–

Royal Lahaina Resort

511

–

8,400 sf 780 m2

250

4,100 sf 380 m2

500

–

Yes

–

Yes

Hotels & Resorts

= HVCB Member

HĀNA

Travaasa Hotel Hana

Travaasa Sales Team 5031 Hāna Hwy., Hāna, HI 96713 855–259–6892, 888-300-5473 hanasales@travaasa.com, travaasa.com KAHULUI

Courtyard By Marriott Maui Kahului Airport Julie Puu, Senior Sales Manager 532 Keolani Pl., Kahului, HI 96732 808–872–4635, 877-852-1880 julie.puu@marriott.com courtyardmauiairport.com KĪHEI

Maui Coast Hotel

Joanna May Awai, Director of Sales & Marketing 2259 S Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, HI 96753 808–891–4909, 800–895–6284 joanna@mauicoasthotel.com, mauicoasthotel.com LĀHAINĀ

Honua Kai Resort & Spa

Dolly Moreno, Director of Sales & Marketing 130 Kai Malina Pkwy., Lāhainā, HI 96761 888–718–5789 info@honuakai.com, honuakai.com

Benjamin Premack, Director of Sales & Marketing 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808-661-1234 conciergeoggrm@hyatt.com, maui.regency.hyatt.com Tiffany Rosenthal, Sales Manager 2525 Kāʻanapali Pkwy., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–667–0105, 800–262–8450 trosenthal@kbhmaui.com, kbhmaui.com June Pagdilao, Regional Director of Sales 2780 Kekaʻa Dr., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–661–3611, 800–222–5642 june.pagdilao@hawaiihotels.com, royallahaina.com

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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)

COMMITTABLE ROOMS

TOTAL MEETING SPACE (SQFT + M2)

TOTAL ROOMS

ACCO MMO DATIONS

508

250

12,330 sf 1,145 m2

600

400

6,560 sf 609 m2

900

–

Yes

1,021

–

720 sf 67 m2

140

720 sf 67 m2

200

–

Yes

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa

759

600

67,000 sf 20,421 m2

800

700

8,760 sf 2,670 m2

1,100

–

Yes

The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas

390

–

518 sf 48 m2

–

Yes

–

Yes

–

1,890 sf 176 m2

150

300

–

1,000

–

Yes

Napili Kai Beach Resort

163

100

–

6,450 sf 600 m2

200

–

200

–

Yes

–

Yes

The Ritz–Carlton, Kapalua

463

461

132

–

150,000 sf 13,935 m2

1,200

612

16,940 sf 1,573 m2

2,000

–

Yes

Hotels & Resorts

= HVCB Member

Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa

Mike Masterson, Director of Sales & Marketing 2605 Kāʻanapali Pkwy., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–662–8028, 866-716-8109 mike.masterson@starwoodhotels.com sheraton–maui.com

The Westin Kā’anapali Ocean Resort Villas

Sara Bill, Director of Leisure Sales 6 Kai Ala Dr., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808-662-8000 sara.bill@vistana.com westinkaanapali.com

Brent Lausterer, Director of Sales & Marketing Kāʻanapali Pkwy., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808-667-2525, 866–716–8140 brent.lausterer@westin.com westinmaui.com Sara Bill, Director of Sales 45 Kai Malina Parkway, Lāhainā, HI 96761 808-662-2631 sara.bill@vistana.com, westinnanea.com K A PA LUA

Montage Kapalua Bay

Catherine Kirchheimer, Director of Sales One Bay Dr., Lāhainā, HI 96818 415-683-6600 ckirchheimer@montagehotels.com montagehotels.com/kapalua Melissa Simpson, Sales and Marketing Manager 5900 Lower Honoapiʻilani Rd., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–669–6271, 800–367–5030 msimpson@napilikai.com, napilikai.com Stephanie Lapsley, Director of National Accounts & Director of Insurance Sales One Ritz Carlton Dr., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808-665-7206, 800-262-8440 stephanie.lapsley@ritzcarlton.com ritzcarlton.com/kapalua

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RESTAURANTS

FITNESS CENTER

Yes

–

Yes

8,520 sf 792 m2

750

–

Yes

–

Yes

500

–

400

–

Yes

–

Yes

2,500

1,620

26,700 sf 2,480 m2

1,440

–

Yes

3,360 sf 312 m2

22,950 sf 2,132 m2

250

–

Yes

–

Yes

–

130

1,760 sf 160 m2

–

Yes

–

Yes

–

Yes

117,130 sf 10,822 m2

1,500

900

13,800 sf 1,282 m2

700

–

Yes

LARGEST BANQUET SEATING

–

LARGEST THEATRE SEATING

800

NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS

4,635 sf

OTHER SUITES

BUSINESS CENTER

780

Grand Wailea

GOLF COURSE

–

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

POOL

380

450

DIST. FROM CONV. CENTER (MI + KM)

The Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui

OUTDOOR VENUE FOR RECEPTION

450

300

LARGEST EXHIBIT SPACE (SQFT + M2)

PRESIDENTIAL SUITE

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort & Spa

TOTAL MEETING SPACE (SQFT + M2)

COMMITTABLE ROOMS

290

TOTAL ROOMS

ACCO MMO DATIONS

12,111 sf 3,691 m2

350

240

413

30,000 sf 2,800 m2

836

550

28,876 sf 2,683 m2

–

780

100,000 sf 9,290 m2

—

Residence Inn Maui Wailea

200

–

Wailea Beach Resort – Marriott, Mau

543

–

Hotels & Resorts

= HVCB Member

WAILEA Teresa Higa, Director of Group Sales Manager 3550 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, HI 96753 808–243–4735 teresa.higa@andaz.com andazmaui.com

Jasper Yun, Director of Group Sales 4100 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, HI 96753 808–875–2228, 800-659-4100 jasper.yun@fairmont.com fairmont.com/kea–lani–maui Mark Hicks, Associate Director of Sales 3900 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, HI 96753 808–874–2215, 800-334-6284 mark.hicks@fourseasons.com fourseasons.com/maui Brian Lynx, Director of Sales & Marketing 3850 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, HI 96753 808–874–2343, 800–888–6100 brian.lynx@waldorfastoria.com grandwailea.com

Hotel Wailea Maui

Kelly Candeur, Sales Manager 555 Kaukahi St., Wailea, HI 96753 808–874–0500, 800-800-0720 sales@hotelwailea.com, hotelwailea.com Julie Puu, Senior Sales Manager 75 Wailea Ike Drive, Wailea, HI 96753 808–891–7460 julie.puu@marriott.com,residenceinnmauiwailea.com Alvin Wong, Director of Sales & Marketing 3700 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, HI 96753 808-874-7883, 800–292–4532 alvin.wong@marriott.com, marriott.com/hotels/ travel/hnmmc–wailea–beach–marriott–resort–and–spa

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1,412 m2

M AU I ASTON MAUI KAANAPALI VILLAS

THE KAPALUA VILLAS MAUI

PALMS AT WAILEA MAUI BY OUTRIGGER

Shirley Kawashima, Director of Sales - Groups 3543 Lower Honoapiʻilani Rd. Lāhainā, HI 96761 800-336-5599, 866–774-2924 groups@aqua-aston.com astonatpapakea.com

CASTLE KAMAOLE SANDS

KAUHALE MAKAI, VILLAGE BY THE SEA

ROYAL KAHANA MAUI BY OUTRIGGER

ASTON AT THE MAUI BANYAN

DESTINATION RESIDENCES HAWAII, INC.

Accommodations CONDOMINIUMS ASTON AT PAPAKEA RESORT

Shirley Kawashima, Director of Sales - Groups 2575 South Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, HI 96753 800–336–5599, 866–774–2924 groups@aqua-aston.com astonmauibanyan.com ASTON AT THE WHALER ON KAANAPALI BEACH

Shirley Kawashima, Director of Sales - Groups 2481 Kāʻanapali Pkwy., Lāhainā, HI 96761 800–336–5599, 866–774–2924 groups@aqua-aston.com whalerkaanapali.com ASTON KAANAPALI SHORES

Shirley Kawashima, Director of Sales - Groups 3445 Lower Honoapiʻilani Rd. Lāhainā, HI 96761 800–336–5599, 866–774–2924 groups@astonhotels.com astonkaanapalishoresresort.com ASTON MAHANA AT KAANAPALI

Shirley Kawashima, Director of Sales - Groups 45 Kai Ala Dr., Lāhainā, HI 96761 800–336–5599, 866–774–2924 groups@aqua-aston.com astonmauikaanapalivillas.com

Lori Flores, Assistant Vice President of Sales 2695 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, HI 96753 800–367–5004 lflores@castleresorts.com kamaolesandsmaui.com

Pam Cabrera, Director of Sales & Marketing 2000 Village Rd., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–665–9170, 800–545–0018 pam.cabrera@outrigger.com kapaluavillas.com

Dawn Kane, Vice President & Principal Broker 938 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, HI 96753 808-922-0555, 800-822-4409 dawn.kane@mauicondo.com mauicondo.com/bre/complexunit/kauhalemakai-village-by-the-sea

Deb Mellom, Sales & Marketing Coordinator 34 Wailea Gateway Pl., Wailea, HI 96753 808-891-6202, 800–367–5246 dmellom@destinationhotels.com destinationhotels.com/destination -residences-hawaii

LAHAINA SHORES BEACH RESORT

THE HALE PAU HANA

MAUI CONDO AND HOME, LLC

Bob Logan, Chairman of the Board 2480 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, HI 96753 808-879-2715, 800-367-6036 bob@hphresort.com hphresort.com KAANAPALI ALII

Lynn Higashiguchi, Director of Sales & Marketing 50 Nohea Kai Dr., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–667–1102, 866-594-6661 leh@classicresorts.com kaanapalialii.com

Lynn Higashiguchi, Director of Sales & Marketing 475 Front St., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–667–1102, 866-575-2922 leh@classicresorts.com lahainashores.com

Georgina Correia, Reservations Supervisor 1819 South Kīhei Rd., Suite D–103 Kīhei, HI 96753 808–879–5445, 800-822-4409 roomlist@mauicondo.com mauicondo.com NAPILI SHORES MAUI BY OUTRIGGER

Norm Runyan, General Manager 5315 Lower Honoapiʻilani Rd. Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–669–8061, 800–688–7444 nsr@outrigger.com outriggernapilishores.com

Shirley Kawashima, Director of Sales - Groups 110 Kāʻanapali Shores Pl., Lāhainā, HI 96761 800–336–5599, 866–774–2924 groups@aqua-aston.com astonmahanakaanapali.com

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Matt Swartz, General Manager 3200 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, HI 96753 808–879–5800, 800–688–7444 pwr@outrigger.com outriggerpalmsatwailea.com

Pam Cabrera, Director of Sales & Marketing 4365 Lower Honoapiʻilani Rd. Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–669–5911, 800–688–7444 pam.cabrera@outrigger.com outriggerroyalkahana.com

RETREATS & CAMPS ALA KUKUI HANA RETREAT

Kauʻi Kanakaʻole, Executive Director 4224 Hāna Hwy., Hāna, HI 96713 808–248–7841 kauikanakaole@alakukui.org alakukui.org VACATION OWNERSHIP

MARRIOTT’S MAUI OCEAN CLUB

Andrew Olmstead, Director of Marketing 100 Nohea Kai Dr., Lāhainā, HI 96761 678-714-6860, 800-845-5279 villa.rentals@vacationclub.com marriott.com/hnmmu MARRIOTT’S MAUI OCEAN CLUB NAPILI & LAHAINA VILLAS

Andrew Olmstead, Director of Marketing 100 Nohea Kai Dr., Lāhainā, HI 96761 678-714-6860, 800-845-5279 villa.rentals@vacationclub.com marriott.com/hnmmu

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Activities & Attractions ATLANTIS SUBMARINES MAUI

Brenda Baroso, Sales Manager 658 Front St., Suite 175 Lāhainā, HI 96761 800-548-6262 bbaroso@atlantisadventures.com atlantisadventures.com BLUE HAWAIIAN HELICOPTERS

Rowena Crisostomo, Group Events Manager 1 Kahului Airport Rd., Hangar 105 Kahului, HI 96732 808–871-8844, 800–745–2583 info@bluehawaiian.com bluehawaiian.com BURN’N LOVE

Mahie Wong, Public Relations & Marketing 878 Front St., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–249–0484 mahie@burnnlove.com burnnlove.com

Monica Chihara, Lū‘au Sales Manager 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–667–4733, 800–661–1234 monica.chihara@hyatt.com drumsofthepacificmaui.com HIKE MAUI

Dan Craig, Chief Operating Officer & General Manager 285 Hukilike St., Suite B–104, Kahului, HI 96732 808–879–5270, 866-324-6284 hike@hikemaui.com hikemaui.com

MAUI OCEAN CENTER

THE MYTHS OF MAUI

Sue Stisher, Senior Sales Manager 192 Māʻalaea Rd., Wailuku, HI 96732 808–270–7081, 800-350-5634 sstisher@mauioceancenter.com mauioceancenter.com MAVERICK HELICOPTERS

Moon Civetz, Vice President Global Group Sales & Special Events 6075 Las Vegas Blvd. South Las Vegas, NV 89119 808-893-7999, 800-978-0266 mcivetz@flymaverick.comflymaverick.com

David Knight, Assistant Food & Beverage Director Royal Lahaina Resort, 2780 Kekaʻa Dr. Lāhainā, HI 96761 808-661-3611, 800-222-5642 david.knight@hawaiianhotels.com mythsofmaui.com OCEAN VODKA ORGANIC FARM AND DISTILLERY

Stacie Scott, Director of Operations 4051 ‘Ōmaʻopiʻo Rd., Kula, HI 96790

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808–877–0009, 866–776–2326 shonna@oceanvodka.com oceanvodka.com OLD LĀHAINA LŪʻAU

Kerri Aotaki, Sales Manager 1287 Front St, Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–667–1998, 800–248–5828 sales@oldlahainaluau.com oldlahainaluau.com

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DRUMS OF THE PACIFIC LUAU

M AU I THE ROYAL LAHAINA LUAU

Moani Wagner, Lū‘au Manager 2780 Keka‘a Dr., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–661–3611, 800–222-5642 mythsofmaui.com SUNSHINE HELICOPTERS

Kim Dixon, Groups & Special Events Manager 1 Kahului Airport Rd., Hangar 107 Kahului, HI 96732 808–270–3912, 800-469-3000 kim.dixon@sunshinehelicopters.com sunshinehelicopters.com TRILOGY EXCURSIONS

Lily Campbell, Group Sales 207 Kupuohi St. Lāhainā, HI 96761 808-280-1707, 888-MAU-I800 groups@sailtrilogy.com sailtrilogy.com ULTIMATE WHALE WATCH AND SNORKEL

Lee James, General Manager 675 Wharf St., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808-757-1490 ultimatewhalewatch@gmail.com ultimatewhalewatch.com WAILELE POLYNESIAN LUAU

Analyn Cabanilla, Lū‘au Coordinator 2365 Kāʻanapali Pkwy., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–661–2992, 866-716-8112 01028.luau@westin.com westinmaui.com/dining/wailele

Airlines & Aircraft Charters

Audio & Visual Services

ALASKA AIRLINES

PSAV

Carolynn Hoey, Manager of Wholesale Groups & 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@HawaiianAirlines.com hawaiianairlines.com ISLAND AIR

David Uchiyama, President & Chief Executive Officer 550 Pai‘ea St., Suite 236, Honolulu, HI 96819 800-652-6541 duchiyama@islandair.com islandair.com MOKULELE AIRLINES

Jenny Hansen, Director of Business Development P.O. Box 4409, Kailua–Kona, HI 96740 808-232-6656, 866-260-7070 marketing@mokulelehawaii.com mokulele.com UNITED AIRLINES

Howard Hoddick, Senior Sales Manager Branch 2826 Ualena St., Honolulu, HI 96819 808–833–8033, 888-530-9299 hhoddick@psav.com psav.com STAGING SOLUTIONS HAWAII

ALLIEDPRA HAWAII

Stephanie Wu, National Sales Manager 876 Curtis St., Suite 102, Honolulu, HI 96813 808–593–2900 stephanie.wu@alliedpra.com alliedpra.com/locations/hawaii/

Jim Swanson, Vice President & General Manager, Hawai‘i 808 Ahua St., MB Suite 81, Honolulu, HI 96819 808–883–2600 jim@stagingsolutions.com hawaii.stagingsolutions.com

AMSTAR HAWAII, DBA WORLDSTAR

Car Rentals, Taxis & Limousines

CHRYSALIS EVENTS HAWAII

ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR

Nate Matanane, Business Rental Sales Executive 40 Hāna Hwy., Kahului, HI 96732 808–782–8119, 800-325-8007 nathan.t.matanane@ehi.com enterpriseholdings.com

Destination Associations

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

Destination Management Companies

KĀʻANAPALI BEACH RESORT ASSOCIATION

Shelley Kekuna, Executive Director 10 Ho‘ohui Rd., Suite 202 Lāhainā, HI 96761 808-879-5445 kbra@kaanapaliresort.com kaanapaliresort.com

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Toni Dematta, Regional Director of Sales, Meetings & Events, 2155 Kalākaua Ave., Honolulu, HI 96815 808–946–3939, 888-946-3930 tdematta@worldstardmc.com worldstargroups.com

Christy Yomes, Partner 300 Ohukai Rd., Unit 320, Kīhei, HI 96753 808–419–6816, 877–989–4728 info@chrysaliseventshawaii.com chrysaliseventshawaii.com HAWAII MEETINGS

John Hendrickson, President 33 North Market St., Suite 300 Wailuku, HI 96793 808–244–7600 john@hawaiimeetings.com hawaiimeetings.com ISLAND PARTNERS HAWAI‘I

Leona Balthazar, Vice President of Sales 140 Hoʻohana St., Suite 202, Kahului, HI 96732 808–878–2580 leonab@islandpartnershawaii.com islandpartnershawaii.com

MAU I ISLAND STYLE INNOVATIONS

WEIL & ASSOCIATES

KAPALUA GOLF – THE BAY COURSE

WAILEA GOLF CLUB — GOLD COURSE

KATHY CLARKE HAWAII

Event Management

KAPALUA GOLF — THE PLANTATION COURSE

Ground Transportation & Tours

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

ROCK SOLID EVENTS & DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY

Kathy Clarke, President & Chief Executive Officer 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 PANACHE DESTINATION MANAGEMENT, INC.

Harmony Cordeiro, Managing Director 891 Alua St., Suite15, Wailuku, HI 96793 808-331-3661 hcordeiro@panachedm.com panachedm.com 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

Kelly Burke, Director of Sales & Marketing The Bay Course, 300 Kapalua Dr. Lāhainā, HI 96761 808-662-7749, 877-527-2582 kapalua@troon.com golfatkapalua.com

Debbie Weil–Manuma, President 1357 Kapiʻolani Blvd., Suite 860 Honolulu, HI 96814 808–983–1122, 800–367–2333 debbie@weildmc.com, weildmc.com

HAWAII LUAU COMPANY

Jeff Gitlin, Manager, Paradise Activity Company 1925 Century Park East, Suite 620 Los Angeles, CA 90067 310-553-0355, 866-324-6284 jeff@paradiseactivitycompany.com huakailuau.com NALU CREATIVE EVENT PRODUCTION & RENTALS

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

THE KING KAMEHAMEHA GOLF CLUB

Scott Carroll, General Manager 2500 Honoapiʻilani Hwy., Wailuku, HI 96793 808–243–1020 sccarroll@kamehamehagolf.com kamehamehagolf.com ROYAL KĀʻANAPALI COURSE

Sutee Nitakorn, Head Golf Professional 2290 Kāʻanapali Pkwy, Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–281–5856, 866-454-GOLF (4653) snitakorn@kaanapaligolfcourses.com kaanapaligolfcourses.com

Golf Courses, Products & Services

WAILEA GOLF CLUB — BLUE COURSE

KĀʻANAPALI KAI GOLF COURSE

Sutee Nitakorn, Head Golf Professional 2290 Kāʻanapali Pkwy., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–281–5856, 866-454-GOLF (4653) snitakorn@kaanapaligolfcourses.com kaanapaligolfcourses.com KAHILI GOLF COURSE

Kelly Burke, Director of Sales & Marketing The Plantation Course, 2000 Plantation Club Dr. Lāhainā, HI 96761 808-662-7749, 877-527-2582 Kapalua@troon.com golfatkapalua.com

Keola Brown, Groups Coordinator 2500 Honoapiʻilani Hwy., Wailuku, HI 96793 808–242–4653 keola@kahiligolf.com, kahiligolf.com

Jennifer McNally, Director of Sales & Marketing 100 Wailea Golf Club Dr., Wailea, HI 96753 808–879–5186, 888–328–MAUI jmcnally@waileagolf.com waileagolf.com WAILEA GOLF CLUB — EMERALD COURSE

Jennifer McNally, Director of Sales & Marketing 100 Wailea Golf Club Dr., Wailea, HI 96753 808–879–5186, 888–328–MAUI jmcnally@waileagolf.com waileagolf.com

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Jennifer McNally, Director of Sales & Marketing 100 Wailea Golf Club Dr., Wailea, HI 96753 808–879–5186, 888–328–MAUI jmcnally@waileagolf.com waileagolf.com

AKINA ALOHA TOURS, INC.

Cassie Akina–Ancog, General Manager PO Box 933 140 Alahele Pl., Kīhei, HI 96753 808–879–2828 cakina@akinatours.com akinatours.com ROBERTS HAWAII

Tom Laidlaw, Director of Sales - Groups 680 Iwilei Rd., Suite 700, Honolulu, HI 96817 808–539-9451, 888–472–4729 tom.laidlaw@robertshawaii.com robertshawaii.com TRAVEL PLAZA TRANSPORTATION

Kenji Takahashi, Director of Operations 818 Pine St., Honolulu, HI 96817 808–534–3300, 877-644-8784 info@tpthawaii.com tpthawaii.com

Hotel Site Selection 21ST CENTURY GROUP, INC.

Brian DiMartino, President 1300 North Holopono St., Suite 113, Kīhei, HI 96753 808–875–6920, 800–918–8444 brian@21stcenturygroup.com islandmeetings.com

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Meeting & Event Venues MAUI ARTS & CULTURAL CENTER

Candy Croteau, Executive Vice President One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732 808–243–4265 candy@mauiarts.org mauiarts.org MAUI TROPICAL PLANTATION EVENTS & WEDDINGS

Pamela Shephard-Henderson, Director of Sales 1670 Honoapi‘ilani Hwy. Wailuku, HI 96793 808-270-0333 pamela@millhousemaui.com mauitropicalplantation.com

Shopping & Retail ABC STORES

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

HILO HATTIE — THE STORE OF HAWAI`I

Cheryl Fuaga, Sales Manager 670 Auahi St., Suite I–03, Honolulu, HI 96813 808-524-3966, 800–233–8912 sales&marketing@hilohattie.com hilohattie.com

THE OUTLETS OF MAUI

Lisa Donlon, General Manager 900 Front St., Lāhainā, HI 96761 808-922-5022 lisa.donlon@am.jll.com theoutletsofmaui.com WHALERS VILLAGE

Mary Lhotka, Marketing Manager 2435 Kāʻanapali Pkwy., H–6, Lāhainā, HI 96761 808–661–4567 mary.lhotka@ggp.com whalersvillage.com

Staffing IATSE MIXED LOCAL 665

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

BLUE HAWAIIAN HELICOPTERS

Deborah Lawson, Group Sales Manager 1 Kahului Airport Rd. #105, Kahului, HI 96732 (808) 442-3342, Toll Free (800) 745-2583 DLawson@bluehawaiian.com www.BlueHawaiian.com

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.

Mugs Hunt, Group Sales Manager 2880 Kilihau St., Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 836-2288, Toll Free (888) 909-2288 Groups@polyad.com, www.polyad.com

Gray Line Hawaii provides the best tour and transportation services in the Hawaiian Islands, offering visitors truly unique memorable experiences; including one day tours, charters, airport transfers, baggage/ greeting services and sightseeing tours.

Travel Professionals 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

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PARADISE HELICOPTERS

Waynette Kwon, Director of Marketing & Sales P.O. Box 5371 Kailua-Kona, HI 96745-5371 (808) 329-6601, Toll Free (866) 876-7422 Waynette@paradisecopters.com, www.paradisecopters.com

NALU CREATIVE EVENT PRODUCTION & RENTALS Rebecca Coons, President PO Box 501, Volcano, HI 96785 (407) 493-3751 Rebecca@naluco.com, naluco.com

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.

Bespoke. Sustainable. Organic. Handcrafted Meetings and Events by internationally acclaimed production team. We are Experience Architects that design unique environments, stage sets, tropical lounge furnishings and distinctive entertainment.

ROBERTS HAWAII

NAPILI KAI BEACH RESORT

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.

Located on 10 tropical acres on beautiful Napili Bay, Maui, this low-rise, Hawaiian-style resort can host meetings for groups of 12 to 200 attendees.

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

Melissa Simpson, Sales and Marketing Manager 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Road, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761 (808) 669-6271 Fax (808) 669-5740 msimpson@napilikai.com, www.napilikai.com

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Lāna‘i

ONCE COVERED with pineapple

plantations, now Lāna’i is sweet on

splendor—an enclave of exclusivity ideal

for executive retreats and VIP gatherings. This is the Hawai’i where visitors can

Legend has it that hundreds of years ago, man-eating ghosts inhabited this mysterious island. Today, the Pineapple Island is home to only about 3,000 residents and not a single stoplight to be found. Bordered by 1,000-foot sea cliffs (the tallest in the world) and populated by spotted deer, big horn sheep, Rio Grande turkeys and a spectacular variety of rare flora and fauna, Lāna‘i is the place to visit for privacy and tranquility.

partake in archery, croquet and sporting clay, in addition to the temptations of the

spa, tennis courts, high-end eateries and a top-ranked, expert-designed golf course.

But should attendees want to break from lavish indulgence, they can switch gears

to rugged, off-the-beaten-path adventure. On this 141-square-mile island with a

population of just 3,000, there are 80,000

O‘ahu Kaua‘i

NORTH LĀNA‘I

Moloka‘i Maui La ˉna‘i

Kaiolohia

Hawai‘i

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acres of countryside to explore with scenery that is simply spectacular. The changes in

elevation alone bring about awe-inspired reflection. The back-country hiking paths, off-road jeep journeys and mountain biking excursions also unveil ancient

Keahiakawelo

historic sites, relics of villages past and

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special sites like Keahiakawelo, a

moonscape of boulders built up over

Lāna‘i City •

There are two luxurious resorts on Lāna’i

views of shipwrecks and dazzling

the coastline of Hulopoʻe Bay, and the

scenes of sea life.

Lāna‘i Airport

Lāna’i City is where shops and eateries

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can be found, in buildings that date back

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to plantation times. Local artists showcase

Kaunolū •

Hulopo‘e Bay

• •

Lāna‘i Ferry Terminal

Mānele Bay

SOUTH LĀNA‘I

entices visitors with its beaches and tranquility.

millions of years. Beneath the water’s surface, scuba and snorkeling yield

CENTRAL LĀNA‘I

The smallest inhabited island in Hawaiʻi, Lānaʻi

their work, and there is a cultural center with exhibits on Lāna’i’s history and

heritage. Lāna’i City is the island’s only

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that work in tandem: one is located on

other is up on the hillside where the views are decidedly different—and so is the

temperature. Guests have access to the

amenities of both, and there are several indoor and outdoor function spaces to bring everyone together. For intimate

celebrations on a lawn overlooking the ocean, Lāna’i enthralls; for engaging

groups in intensive, distraction-free work sessions, it excels.

Lāna‘i

INCENTIVE INSPIRATIONS

Magnificent Meetings Lāna‘i’s Kaiolohia

QUICK FACTS FLOWER: Kauna’oa COLOR:

Orange

MAJOR CITY:

(native dodder)

Lāna’i City

NO. OF ROOMS: 247 POPULATION: 3,526 AREA:

141 sq mi (365 km²)

LENGTH:18 WIDTH:

mi (29 km)

13 mi (21 km)

HIGHEST POINT:

Lāna’ihale,

3,366 feet (1,026 m) COASTLINE:

47 mi (76 km)

Beach, with the offshore hulk of a WWII Liberty Ship, is the perfect destination for a party.

Backpacks Not Required Groups meeting

at the islandʻs resorts can take a day to hike the challenging Munro Trail or a

slower Saturday morning stroll around the Lāna’i City Farmers Market.

Off-Road Adventure Exciting UTV

experiences take you on an incredible

off-road ride with the style and service

you expect from professional guides, as

DRIVING TIMES FROM LĀNA‘I AIRPORT TO: HULOPOʻE BAY: 25 LĀNA’I CITY:

min

10 min

KAIOLOHIA BEACH:

40 min

For more information about holding a meeting on Lānaʻi call (808) 244-3530 or email meetings@MeetHawaii.com.

you learn about the diverse landscapes, history and natural environment.

If the (Horse) Shoe Fits Discover the

timeless landscapes of Lānaʻi on

horseback. Saddle up and explore

wooded upland trails and hidden valleys.

GETTING THERE AND GETTING AROUND

There’s ferry service available from

Lāhainā, Maui, five times daily; the ride

takes about an hour. For airlift, local airlines provide service from Kahului in Maui (25 minutes) and Honolulu (30 minutes). (Left) Beach on Lānaʻi

GETTING AROUND

GOLF COURSE

BUSINESS CENTER

RESTAURANTS

FITNESS CENTER

500

POOL

900

DIST. FROM CONV. CENTER (MI + KM)

OUTDOOR VENUE FOR RECEPTION

LARGEST EXHIBIT SPACE (SQFT + M2)

NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS

LARGEST BANQUET SEATING

OTHER SUITES

–

LARGEST THEATRE SEATING

PRESIDENTIAL SUITE

213

TOTAL MEETING SPACE (SQFT + M2)

COMMITTABLE ROOMS

= HVCB Member

TOTAL ROOMS

Hotels & Resorts

450

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LĀNAʻI CITY

Four Seasons Resort Lanai

Kurt Diekhoff, Director of Sales One Mānele Bay Rd., Lānaʻi City, HI 96763 808-353-3062 kurt.diekhoff@fourseasons.com, fourseasons.com/lanai

55,682 sf 13,582 m2

7,690 sf 714 m2

Airlines & Aircraft Charters 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@hawaiianairlines.com hawaiianairlines.com

Destination Management Companies ISLAND STYLE INNOVATIONS

Colleen Reyes, Partner 953 Lehua Ave., Pearl City, HI 96782 808–294-6020 colleen@island-styleinnovations.com island-styleinnovations.com

Golf Courses, Products & Services MĀNELE GOLF COURSE

Scott Ashworth, Director of Golf One Mānele Bay Rd., Lānaʻi City, HI 96763 808–353–3062, 800–321–4666 scott.ashworth@fourseasons.com fourseasons.com/lanai

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Moloka‘i

ON THIS INTIMATE ISLAND that is

the birthplace of hula, a more traditional way of life guides the pace of daily

life. Cultural practices are upheld, the

Hawaiian language is amply spoken, and to the ocean breezes. To travel here is to travel back in time.

Embracing a Moloka’i state of mind is

easy for visitors to do. This is a destination where the stillness of the surroundings prevails; clear the mind of disruption

and experience total tranquility. It’s also a

Moloka‘i Maui

and historic richness. There are fishponds

leisure, without rules or keeping score, if

ancient heiau (place of worship). When

passing through rustic Kaunakakai, the

Hawai‘i

island’s main town, residents will wave as you pass by. That’s aloha.

Kalaupapa Airport

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WEST END

Moloka’i’s 88 miles of coastline includes the world’s largest sea cliffs, rising 3,900 feet

Moloka‘i Airport

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above the ocean surface, and one of the

CENTRAL MOLOKA‘I Kaunakakai •

Kaunakakai Harbor Moloka‘i Ferry Terminal

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set into Moloka’i’s cliffside is played at

that’s how they prefer to play. Kayakers

will want to paddle at a relaxed pace, too,

in the waters off Moloka’i’s southern coast, where they’ll likely spot sea turtles. Those waters are also wonderful for snorkeling, with Hawai’i’s longest continuous reef (measuring 28 miles) offering brilliant displays of coral and reef fish.

most isolated peninsulas in all of Hawai’i,

The welcome from Moloka’i’s residents is

unforgettable. Getting there is a thrill,

amenities on the island to cater specifically

which affords views of the island that are

but not one for everyone: the miles-long

winding trail down the island’s northernmost cliffs to Kalaupapa National Historical Park— taken on foot or mule—has 26 switchbacks. Historic intrigue adds to the experience: Kalaupapa is where, in the 19th century, Saint Damien famously treated the

quarantined sufferers of Hansen’s disease.

and ‘Ōkala and Huelo islets.

A nine-hole plantation-style golf course

dating back 800 years and a valley with

La ˉna‘i

Riders looks toward Moloka‘i sea cliffs,

place with much to explore: the island’s 206 square miles are full of geographic

O‘ahu Kaua‘i

the strumming of the ʻukulele gives melody

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friendly and warm, but there are few

to tourists and only 73 total overnight rooms are available across the island. Don’t expect that to change any time

soon: The love here is for the casual lifestyle and the pristine land, and therein lies

Moloka’i’s appeal as a travel destination— one that allows visitors to truly and completely be “in the moment.”

Once known as ‘āina momona, the bountiful land, Moloka‘i offers a portal to what Hawai‘i might have been like in a bygone era. It’s a reward for serenity-seeking travelers, a place to unwind away from the rigors of urban life. On Moloka‘i, where the coconut trees tower over the buildings, you could actually be alone on a golden sand beach or in a forest of ironwood trees. A two-mile highway traverses the island, and you may discover that you’re the only one on the road.

INCENTIVE INSPIRATIONS

shade of the trees, listen to the story

kites from a local shop inspire a group

and taste them fresh, then sort and

Pull Their Strings Colorful, handmade

activity that makes everyone feel

young again. How to best catch the

breeze is part of a lesson led by local kite-flying experts.

Sometimes You Feel Like a Nut Since

1980, groups have been welcomed to visit Tuddie and Kammy Purdy’s

macadamia nut farm. Lounge in the

of the rich nut, learn to crack a few taste their roasted goodness.

Moloka‘i

COASTLINE:

QUICK FACTS

GETTING AROUND

FLOWER: Kukui

Morning Brew Take the group out

lush fields of Coffees of Hawai’i in the

NUMBER OF ROOMS:

for coffee. Moloka’i Coffee is set in the center of the island. Learn about the harvest, preparation and roasting of coffee from knowledgeable staff members.

Kaunakakai

POPULATION: AREA:

6,958

206 sq mi (673 km2)

LENGTH: WIDTH:

38 mi (61km)

10 mi (16km)

HIGHEST POINT:

Kamakoa Mountain,

Activities & Attractions SUNSHINE HELICOPTERS

Kim Dixon, Groups & Special Events Manager 1 Kahului Airport Rd., Hangar 107 Kahului, HI 96732 808–270–3912, 800-469-3000 kim.dixon@sunshinehelicopters.com sunshinehelicopters.com

Airlines & Aircraft Charters HAWAIIAN AIRLINES

A couple takes in the bird’s-eye view from Kalaupapa National Historical Park, which is on the National Register of Historic Places.

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@HawaiianAirlines.com hawaiianairlines.com

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88 mi (142 km)

DRIVING TIMES FROM

Green

COLOR:

MAJOR CITY:

4,961 ft (1,512 m)

MOLOKA‘I AIRPORT TO: HĀLAWA VALLEY: 2 hrs KAUNAKAKAI: 15 KEPUHI BEACH:

min

30 min

For more information about holding a meeting on Molokaʻi, call (808) 244-3530 or email meetings@MeetHawaii.com.

MOKULELE AIRLINES

Jenny Hansen, Director of Business Development P.O. Box 4409, Kailua–Kona, HI 96740 808–232–6656, 808–495–4188 marketing@mokulelehawaii.com mokulele.com

Destination Management Companies ISLAND STYLE INNOVATIONS

Colleen Reyes, Partner 953 Lehua Ave., Pearl City, HI 96782 808-294-6020, 800–367–5320 colleen@island-styleinnovations.com island-styleinnovations.com