About Honolulu

The 2011 APS-IPPC Joint Meeting will be held August 6-10 in beautiful Honolulu, HI.

Relaxed, refreshed, and ready to learn. Hawaii offers:
 

• Exotic plant life (and exotic plant diseases!)
• A central location for a meeting focused on global issues
• Easy access for new attendees from Pacific Rim and Asian countries
• Opportunities for new session topics and a fresh perspective

 
Before you go, check out all the Pre-Meeting Travel Tips here (PDF).

Getting to Hawaii

Honolulu International Airport (HNL) on Oahu is Hawaii's major airport, serving as the entry point for most of Hawaii's visitors. All twenty-three major domestic carriers and sixteen international carriers serve Oahu, so you can get here from just about anywhere.

The Honolulu International Airport is conveniently located 9 miles (14.4 km) West of Waikiki Beach, 4 miles (6.4 km) West of Central Honolulu and 7.5 miles (12 km) West of the Hawaii Convention Center.

Traveling in Hawaii

To really experience all that Hawaii offers, you should consider renting a car. Many visitors also enjoy taking bus tours to conveniently explore the Islands. Shuttles, taxis, and public transport are available on most islands.