Getting to Hawaii

As one of the premier travel destinations in the world, Hawaii is easily accessible by air. Honolulu International Airport (HNL) on the island of Oahu is Hawaii’s major airport, serving as the entry point for most of Hawaii's visitors. All major U.S. airlines and many international airlines conveniently serve Oahu.

International Visitors

A business or pleasure visa may be required for international attendees to enter the United States. For detailed information on visa requirements and application procedures, please visit the visa section of the U.S. Department of State’s travel web site at Visitor Visas.

Ground Transportation

Options for ground transportation are plentiful and include taxis, limousines, rental cars, and public buses. For initial transfer from the airport to your hotel, we recommend a taxi or limo (click here for additional info). The conference hotel has Budget Rent-A-Car and Hertz Car Rental conveniently located on premises for day trips; many Waikiki and nearby attractions are easily accessible by foot or by public bus.

Neighbor Island Travel

Should you desire to extend your stay and visit a neighbor island, frequent service is available from Honolulu International Airport to the islands of Maui, Kauai, and Hawaii (Big Island); direct service is also available to these islands from some U.S. mainland airports.

Time Zone

Hawaii follows Hawaii Standard Time (GMT-10 hours), which is 5 hours behind Eastern Standard Time and 2 hours behind Pacific Standard Time. Hawaii does not observe Daylight Saving Time so add one extra hour to the time difference during this period (March through November).

Weather

Hawaii enjoys a mild climate, with average temperatures in Honolulu ranging from 74 F to 89 F (23 C to 32 C) in the month of September. Trade winds keep things comfortable year-round.

Aloha Attire

Attire in Hawaii is “resort wear,” even at the most luxurious resorts and restaurants, and visitors are encouraged to dress for comfort. Light colors and fabrics work best for warm days, while cooler evening temperatures might require a sweater and slacks, and a jacket is recommended for those planning to venture into cool upland regions.

“Resort business wear” is appropriate attire for all FAST 2011 functions, and includes the classic, colorful Hawaiian print “aloha” shirt (or knit shirt with collar) combined with slacks and shoes for men. A casual dress or blouse with skirt or slacks and heeled shoes is appropriate for women. For evening functions, a light sweater or jacket is recommended.