Leadership Conference 2015

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THE INVITATION

Trees silhouetted on Front Street
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

Sunrise atop Haleakala
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Max Wanger

Beach on Front Street with Lanai on the horizon
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

TLPA President Mike Fogerty invites you to Lahaina, West Maui, in the beautiful and breathtaking Hawaiian Islands, for the 2015 TLPA Mid-Year International Leadership Conference, July 15-18, 2015, at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa.

THE DESTINATION: LAHAINA, MAUI

Once known as Lele, which means "relentless sun" in Hawaiian, Lahaina is a historic town that has been transformed into a Maui hot spot with dozens of art galleries and a variety of unique shops and restaurants.

Once the capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom in the early nineteenth century, Lahaina was also a historic whaling village during the whaling boom of the mid-1800s. Today, Lahaina is on the National Register of Historic Places. You can still get a feel for old Lahaina as you stroll down lively Front Street and visit historic stops like the U.S. Seamen's Hospital, Hale Paaho (Lahaina Prison), the Pioneer Inn and other sites on the Lahaina Historic Trail.

Lahaina's sunny climate and oceanfront setting also provide the perfect backdrop for a variety of activities and entertainment. Get a fresh taste of Hawaii Regional Cuisine in Lahaina's fine restaurants. Get your tickets to some of Maui's best seaside luaus where you can eat, drink and watch the traditional dances of Polynesia. The award winning show Ulalena at the Maui Theatre offers a Broadway-caliber production showcasing the culture of Hawaii. The channel off the coast of Lahaina is also one of the best places in the world to spot humpback whales. Even these magnificent creatures can't get enough of Lahaina.

Shopping along Front Street, Lahaina
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

Front Street leads to Lahaina Banyan Court Park
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

Lahaina Historic Site Markers—Hale Pa'i
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

THE DESTINATION HOTEL

Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa
200 Nohea Kai Dr.
Lahaina, HI 96761
Phone: (808) 661-1234
Fax: (808) 667-4498

Enjoy swaying palm trees
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

Hearty golf shots toward the ocean
can only be enjoyed in Hawaii.
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

Our host hotel resort complex on Ka'anapali Beach
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

Surrounded by 40 lush, immaculately landscaped acres, this breathtaking Maui hotel on Ka'anapali Beach presents an astonishing array of delightful ways to spend your days and nights.

Frolic in the water playground, pamper yourself at the Marilyn Monroe Spa, play championship golf and tennis, snorkel at Black Rock, ride the waves, even spend an evening with the heavens. Delight in the priceless art collection and delectable restaurants.

The Hyatt Regency Maui is also ideal for families. Enjoy fun pools with a rope bridge stretched out across them and a spectacular 150-foot lava tube slide. Plus, there's an abundance of wildlife, everything from parrots and flamingos to swans and penguins. Walk to Whalers Village for a multitude of additional entertainment, shopping and restaurants.

RESERVATION PROCEDURES

The hotel has reserved a limited number of rooms for our group until Sunday, June 14, 2015, or until the block sells out. The special group rate is $263 per night. Room rates are based upon single or double occupancy. Rates are exclusive of applicable Hawaii State Tax and Hotel Accommodations Tax, currently at 13.416%, which includes a 9.25% accommodations tax and 4.166% state tax, subject to change. You can reserve a room in two ways:

By Phone: You can call the Hyatt Regency's Central Reservation office at (888) 421-1442. Since this number goes directly to the property, the agents will be able to answer any questions you have about room choices. Please tell the agent that our group code is TLPA and the conference dates are July 15-18, 2015.

Online: To make your reservations, please click here.

Check-in time is 4:00 PM and checkout time is 11:00 AM.

RESORT FEE

A daily resort fee of $30.00 plus 4.166% tax, provides the following services and amenities to enhance the guest experience.

Daily admission for Resort guests to oceanfront Moana Athletic Club, open 24 hours
Resort Shuttle Service in Ka'anapali
Premium High Speed Internet access in Guestroom
10% off Macys at Hyatt Regency Maui
Discounted pricing for in-house guests on Maui's best "Drums of the Pacific Luau"
Complimentary Yoga/Fitness classes daily
Complimentary cultural program including Lei making, Hula, Wildlife tours, Water aerobics, and snorkel lessons. Check with concierge for available dates and times.
Press Reader—access to over 2000 newspapers and magazine on your tablet device/smartphone
Unlimited Local Telephone Calls and Access Charges for 1-800 or 1-888 calls
In-room coffee and tea
2 Bottles of Water per room per day
One (1) hour, daily, tennis court time

Shoreline walkway along Front Street, Lahaina
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

Catch the moment of sunrise
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Japan (HTJ)

Molokini Crater, Maui
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Ron Dahlquist

TRANSPORTATION TO LAHAINA, MAUI

Kahului Airport (OGG) is approximately 27 miles from the hotel. Shuttle service costs between $54.15 for one guest and $66.71 for four guests. Maui Airport Taxi service is available in the baggage claim area. The approximate cost for up to four people with luggage to travel to the hotel is $88.00. The drive to the hotel is approximately 45-60 minutes depending on traffic. Maui also offers rental car services through Avis, Hertz and Budget. The rental car desks are adjacent to baggage claim and remain open until the last flight arrives.

Kapalua-West Maui Airport (JHM) is served by Pacific Wings and other commuter-type airlines, but handles only small prop planes. It is less than five miles from the hotel. Taxi service is available right outside of baggage claim. The one-way cost to the hotel is approximately $20 and the drive is about 10 minutes.

Paddle surfer
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

Whales off the shore of Maui with west Maui mountains in the background
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

Couples stroll along the shore
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

THE WEATHER

The weather in Lahaina is great all year-round. The average temperature is in the high-70s to low-80s. There's also much less rain than other areas of Maui and the trade winds usually provide a decent breeze.

Sportfishing vessel
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Couple enjoying Wailua falls, Hana Maui
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

Catamaran sailboat ride
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

THINGS TO DO IN LAHAINA

Ka'anapali Beach
With three miles of white sand and crystal clear water, it's no wonder why Ka'anapali Beach was once named America's Best Beach (2003). Home to our conference site—the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa—this former retreat for the royalty of Maui is now a popular getaway for the world.

Fronting Ka'anapali is the open-air Whalers Village, a world-class shopping complex that has a variety of exceptional shops and restaurants, a renowned whaling museum and free Hawaiian entertainment. Ka'anapali also has two championship golf courses, the Royal Ka'anapali and the Ka'anapali Kai, where you may even see a breaching whale as you try to line up a shot.

One of the beach's most famous attractions is the daily cliff diving ceremony off of the northernmost cliffs known as Puu Kekaa, or Black Rock. Held every evening at sunset, a cliff diver lights the torches along the cliff, diving off of Black Rock in a reenactment of a feat by Maui's revered King Kahekili. This memorable ceremony is just one more reason why Ka'anapali Beach ranks as one of Maui's signature beaches.

Napili Beach
One of Maui's nicest swimming and snorkeling beaches, Napili Beach is known for its shimmering blue water and beautiful white sand. Located on Maui's northwestern coast, Napili Bay is situated between two rocky points. The ocean bottom is sandy, though it gets deep relatively quickly.

Front Street
Lahaina's famous "Front Street" is home to hundreds of shops, art galleries, and restaurants and a bustling nightlife scene. All travelers to Maui will take at least one trip down Front Street, if not many more.

Young man making Poi using traditional
tools (poi pounder - Kui 'ai pohaku)
©2015 Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Tor Johnson

Lahaina Luau Maui
An evening of traditional cuisine, music, cultural dancing and island crafts at Maui's most popular luau will let you experience Hawaii's rich history and culture while enjoying stunning ocean views at sunset.

You'll be greeted individually with a fresh flower lei, tropical drink and personalized souvenir program before your Luau hosts escort you to your seats and acquaint you with the Old Lahaina Luau grounds. At the ocean's edge, you may gather as the Kalua pig is unearthed from the "Imu," a traditional Hawaiian underground oven. After, you'll be escorted to the Hale A'i (Eating House) for your buffet dinner.

At sunset, the evening's main entertainment begins. The award winning production tells the story of the Hawaiians and the Old Lahaina Luau is proud to present the Hula as it was meant to be performed, with love and reverence. Beginning with the roots of migration to the Kahiko, then finally the more contemporary style Hula.

Maui Atlantis Submarine Adventure
Your once-in-a-lifetime undersea adventure takes you into a spectacular aquatic world. The submarine adventure begins with a 15-minute cruise to the dive site. There, you will board an Atlantis Submarine, the world's first and most technologically advanced passenger submarine. On your 45-minute underwater adventure, you'll see coral reefs and marine creatures.

Lei Making
In Hawaii, lei making is a wonderful event that usually precedes a family gathering or a special celebration. It's a time for family and friends to come together, "talk story" and share in the spirit of aloha while they each make a lei.

The Recreations Department at the Hyatt Regency invites you to share in the tradition. Lei making and demonstrations are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 PM.

Drums of the Pacific Lu'au
Experience exciting entertainment right at the Hyatt Regency Ka'anapali Beach. The sound of the conch, the beating of the drums and the echoes of the Hawaiian chant signal the start of Hawaii's most exciting Lu'au. "Drums of the Pacific" Polynesian Spectacular (a Tihati Production) takes you on a journey through the islands of Polynesia, complete with a traditional Imu ceremony and the exotic flavors of native Hawaiian cuisine. Featured are authentic dances and music of the old Hawaii, Samoa, Fiji, New Zealand, Tahiti, Tonga and Rarotonga in the hottest Lu'au Show in the Islands.

Tour of the Stars
More than 1,000 years ago, voyaging Polynesians were guided to the Hawaiian Islands with the help of the stars. Now you can view those stars and much more using one of Hawaii's finest recreational telescopes, "The Edge." This 14-inch reflector telescope sits more than nine stories up on a remote site on the Hyatt Regency rooftop. The director of astronomy uses a computer to select an agenda, locate and identify 1,000 objects in the sky, including stars, planet, galaxies and nebulae. Participants first learn to interpret the sky with an unaided eye, then with giant astronomy binoculars, and ultimately with "The Edge."

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