HONOLULU – On December 3, 2010, PATA-Hawai‘i Chapter, Travel and Tourism Research Association-Hawaii (TTRA-Hawaii) and Meeting Professionals International (MPI) hosted the Industry Holiday Breakfast at the Halekulani Hotel.   Read More...

The PATA-Hawaii Chapter is counting down to the 2011 Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Leaders Meeting. In a few weeks, the heads of twenty-one Asia Pacific member economies will converge on our state for a series of meetings designed to foster growth and prosperity throughout the region by facilitating economic cooperation as well as expanding trade and investment.

Gregg Yamanaka, President and CEO of APEC 2011 Hawaii, a non-profit corporation, will talk about the preparation leading up to this momentous event as well as provide insight into what the travel industry, as well as our guests, can expect.

Jasmine Tso will share a preview of the marketing and public relations initiatives the APEC Hawaii Host Committee has developed in positioning Hawaii as an attractive place for business and economic investment in anticipation of the 20,000+ incoming APEC attendees this November.

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On any given day, there are about 70,000 visitors enjoying the sights and sounds of Oahu. That’s a number equivalent to ten percent of the island’s population! What would we do in the event of a crisis? How is the state prepared to assist stranded travelers?Dozens of people from Oahu’s tourism and business communities spent a recent lunch hour learning from experts on how to better prepare for the next disaster to hit Hawaii. The Pacific Asia Travel Association (Hawaii chapter) themed its monthly luncheon around how to manage and prepare for a crisis. Read More...

Please join PATA Hawaii and TTRA Hawaii as we present our Annual Aiport and Airline Update: Current and Upcoming Development and Trends!

As an adjunct to our February 2012 Seminar, let's hear from experts about some of the most important and critical issues facing Hawaii's visitor industry - access and airlift as well as an efficient and modern airport infrastructure!
 
Session I: "Airport and Airlift Updates" - 10:30 am - 11:15 am
• Ford Fuchigami - Deputy Director for Airports, Department of Transportation, State of Hawaii
• Chris Kam - Senior Director, Market Insights, Hawai'i Visitors & Convention Bureau
 
Session II with Lunch: "Carrier Perspectives" - 11:30 am - 1:15 pm
• Daniel Chun - Regional Manager, Sales & Community Marketing, Alaska Airlines
• Peter Ingram - Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Hawaiian Airlines

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We'd like to invite you to the upcoming PATA Hawaii Chapter Luncheon on Thursday, October 11, 2012.
 
The number of visitors to Hawaii continues to show consistent and upward trends.  As a mature visitor destination, and in order to keep pace with the worldwide growth of new tourism products, Waikiki experts will share what is happening with new tourism development and investment.
 
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Bryan Klum, Executive Vice President, Asia/Pacific Region for Hilton Grand Vacations about "vacation club" development - past, present, and future - here in the islands.
 
Rick Egged, President of the Waikiki Improvement Association who will present an overview of what has been accomplished over the past years in Waikiki, and what needs to be done to sustain and bolster Waikiki's role as the cornerstone of Hawaii's economy.  He will also provide a preview of the upcoming Waikiki 20/20 conference.
 
 
11:30am-12:00pm  - Registration
12:00pm 1:30pm - Lunch and Speakers

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February 28, 2011: The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and PATA Hawaii Chapter, in cooperation with the Hawaii State Department of Transportation – Airports Division, organised the installation ceremony of name plaques in the PATA Gallery of Legends at the Honolulu International Airport. The ceremony was conducted to honour Walter Elias Disney, founder of Walt Disney Company and Disneyland, and General Chalermchai Charuvastra, founder of the Tourist Organisation of Thailand, for their significant contribution to the development of travel and tourism in the Asia Pacific region.
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The Hawaii Chapters of PATA & TTRA invite you to our annual Industry Holiday Breakfast and Silent Auction at the beautifully decorated Halekulani. This is a great opportunity to get in the spirit of the holidays, to network with your industry peers, and to support the VASH program.

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Native Hawaiian Hospitality Association (NaHHA), an organization whose mission is to promote Hawaiian culture, values and traditions in the workplace through consultation and education, and to provide opportunities for the Native Hawaiian community to shape the future of tourism.

In addition, Jessica Lani Rich, President and Director of VASH will update us on their efforts to provide services to visitors in need. 100% of donations from our Silent Auction go directly to VASH, a volunteer organization dedicated to helping visitors who have been victims of a crime or other adversities. They provide follow-up assistance in an effort to share the Aloha spirit and create a positive memory of their stay in our islands.

Reservations close Friday, November 30, 2012
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PATA Hawaii Chapter hosted its third luncheon this year on July 8, 2010.  The speakers provided the attendees with an update from the Waikiki Improvement Association and the Waikiki Business Improvement District Association.  Both the speakers shared their business goals for the year as well as highlights of their organizations’ accomplishments, with the audience. Read more

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On February 28, 2012, the Hawai‘i Chapters of PATA and TTRA hosted economic and visitor industry experts who shared their outlook for the state’s visitor industry in the year ahead and highlighted trends and opportunities. Click here for more information.

Record-breaking year forecast for tourism

A panel of visitor industry leaders predicts the sector's momentum will continue in 2013

Here's the link to Allison Schaefers' article covering our January 31 event.

2013 Outlook & Economic Forecast

Over 150 PATA Hawaii and TTRA Hawaii members and guests met at the Hawaii Prince Hotel to gain some insights from top-flight industry leaders, both from here and abroad, as they shared their predictions, trendsand opportunities for the state’s visitor industry in the year ahead.

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2013 Outlook & Economic Forecast
Thursday, January 31, 2013   8:00 am – 1:30 pm
Hawai‘i Prince Hotel Waikiki, Mauna Kea Ballroom

Over 80 travel industry professionals gathered for PATA-Hawaii Chapter’s April luncheon held at the Hawaii Prince Hotel in Waikiki.  Among them was Ms. Barbara Bryant, PATA Regional Director-North America & Hawaii, who gave a short address at the beginning of the program.  Featured at the event was guest speaker Mark B. Dunkerley, President & CEO of Hawaiian Airlines, who discussed new opportunities for his company in light of difficult economic conditions impacting the U.S. airline industry and its associated impacts on Hawai`i’s tourism industry.


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The March 22, 2007 luncheon held at the Hawaii Prince Hotel in Waikikiprovided an update on the most recent improvements that the HonoluluInternational  Airport has undergone as well as planned projects forthe near future

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Marketing Director, Damon Hylton, provides overview of exciting new service to Hawaii. 

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The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Hawaii Chapter hosted a luncheon meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki.

Mike McCartney, President & CEO of the Hawai`i Tourism Authority (HTA), shared what HTA is doing to address the challenges that currently face Hawai`i’s visitor industry. He discussed the importance of working together to strategically manage Hawai`i tourism in a sustainable manner.

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Greg Duffell, CEO of the Pacific Asia Travel Association, was featured on KGMB9 and discussed the state of the global tourism industry.  Click here for more information

On June 22, 2009, the Hawaii Chapter Executive Committee held a reception in honor of PATA's new President & CEO, Greg Duffell.  Click through for photos from the event. Read More...

UH TIM School Satellite Chapter President Konrad Talon writes about networking with CEO Greg Duffell and PATA Chapter members.  Courtesy of Kawehi Seller's blog.  Click here for more information

Camie Foster of Travel Agent magazine attended our Airport Update event and wrote a great related article.  Please click the link to view.

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Friday, December 4, 2009

Halekulani

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Hawaii Chapter, in conjunction with TTRA, HHSMA, TIMI, and MPI, will host a breakfast meeting on Friday, December 4, 2009 at Halekulani.

As in past years, a Keep It Hawaii winner will be featured, and there will be a silent auction which will benefit visitor assistance programs throughout the State of Hawaii.

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Jerome A Keller Memorial Announces Scholarship Winner

TheJerome A Keller Memorial has announced that its 2006 scholarship forthe Executive Development Institute for Tourism (EDIT) Programme at theUniversity of Hawaii, at Manoa, School of Travel Industry Management,will go to Mr Leith Isaac of the Papua New Guinea Tourism PromotionAuthority. The scholarship is graciously funded by Ms GloriaKeller-Henderson (pictured) of HNL Travel Associates, Honolulu.

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Cammie Foster of Travel Agent magazine attended our Tourism Outlook Forecast and wrote a great related article. 

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ChapterChairperson and PATA Industry Council member Mrs GloriaKeller-Henderson presented the Outstanding Senior in Tourism Award tothe University of Hawaii School of Travel Industry Management studentMs Xiangru Clara Tang.

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