Paradise is...a meeting in HAWAII.

It's no wonder more than half a million people visit Hawaii each year for conventions, conferences, and trade shows. An international business center where East meets West, Hawaii is an ideal location for meetings with a global focus, and the perfect place to rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul.

THE ISLANDS OF HAWAII

Each of the Hawaiian Islands makes a breathtaking backdrop to any meeting. And activities and attractions abound, creating incredible possibilities for pre- or post-functions and nontraditional meeting spaces.

The new $350 million convention center in Hawaii's capital city of Honolulu is the crown jewel on the island of Oahu. And in nearby Waikiki, convention-goers can enjoy some of the finest cuisine and entertainment around. More than two dozen resorts and 38,000 guest rooms can be found on Oahu's five surrounding islands, and each offers its own distinct culture and charm.

Maui, "The Magic Isle," is the site of Kaanapali, the world's first master-planned resort. Now it's been joined by two more exquisite properties--Kapalua and Wailea--and all three are ideal spots for groups large or small. The island is famous for whale watching, spectacular golf courses, and the awesome beauty of Mount Haleakala, a 10,000-foot extinct volcanic crater. Off the beaten path, the rural town of Hana has waterfalls and tropical jungles, and Lahaina's one-time whaling port is, now a quaint historical district.

Mother Nature shows her stuff on Kauai, Hawaii's "Island of Discovery" From the rugged Napali Coast to Waimea Canyon, the island features some of the world's most beautiful mountains and beaches. Major resorts and hotels at Poipu, Kalapaki Beach, Wailua-Kapaa, and Princeville together offer more than 4,000 guest rooms and some of the most picturesque golf courses in the world.

Hawaii's Big Island, as it's called, covers more than 4,000 square miles of stunningly diverse terrain, including Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the No. 1 visitor attraction in the state located in lush, tropical Hilo. The Kohala Coast on the island's northwest side boasts world-class resorts and meeting facilities--more than 3,700 rooms in all.