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Experience
LIONS CLUBS
98TH LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION
98TH LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION
HONOLULU, HAWAII
JUNE 26 – JUNE 30, 2015
Lions and their families are invited to experience a unique
opportunity to meet and network with Lions from around
the globe in 2015. The Islands of Aloha are a scenic
paradise for the senses and an exploration of the rich and Convention Highlights
cultural history of the Hawaiian people. (Subject to Change)
As soon as you step off the plane it's as if the volume on THURSDAY, JUNE 25
• Advance Registration Pick-up
your senses has been turned up. Smell the fresh plumeria
in the air; see sapphire seas, emerald valleys, and halos of
FRIDAY, JUNE 26
rainbow arches. Feel the warm radiance of the sun on your • Exhibit Hall and Convention
cheeks while you step into the ocean and feel a cool rush Services Center
of water lift the sand from between your toes. • District Governors-elect
Celebration Banquet
Honolulu offers Lions, Leos and their guests an opportunity
to visit the 50th State of the US and learn about its people, SATURDAY, JUNE 27
tradition and culture. Take advantage of Honolulu’s close • International Parade
proximity to the other islands. Extend your stay and “island • Exhibit Hall and Convention
hop” to one of the other exciting Hawaiian Islands. Services Center
• International Show
The Host Committee of Hawaii SUNDAY, JUNE 28
eagerly awaits your arrival! • Opening Plenary Session
• Exhibit Hall and Convention
Services Center
• Seminars
MONDAY, JUNE 29
• Second Plenary Session
Fun Facts about Hawaii… • Exhibit Hall and Convention
Services Center
Hawaii has no daylight savings time
• Seminars
■
• Melvin Jones Luncheon
Hawaii has the only U.S. city to be founded by royalty
• Past International President/Past
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(Honolulu, on the island of Oahu), and hosts the only royal
International Director Banquet
residence on U.S. soil ('Iolani Palace)
• District Governor/Past District
Governor Banquet
■ Hawaii has two official languages — Hawaiian and English
TUESDAY, JUNE 30
Hawaii is the only place on earth that hosts all branches of the
• Voting and Convention
■
U.S. military
Services Center
• Final Plenary Session
Hawaii is comprised of 137 islands, encompassing a land area
• International Officers Reception
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of 6,423.4 square miles (and only seven of these islands are
inhabited)
LETTER FROM 2014-2015 INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT
JOIN US!
Dear Lions:
Joni and I want to see you in Honolulu, June 26-30 2015,
for the 98th Lions Clubs International Convention.
Photo Credit John Timmerman
Honolulu welcomed Lions for the annual International
Convention back in 2000 which drew over 18,000
registrants from all over the globe. We know you won’t
want to miss attending the 2015 International Convention.
Join us and your fellow Lions where we promise
fellowship, an educational and inspirational program,
exciting entertainment, wonderful cuisine, and incredible
culture and scenery in one of the most beautiful cities in
the entire world.
Don’t miss this opportunity!
Sincerely,
Joe Preston
2014-15 International President
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Aloha Lions… WELCOME TO HAWAII!
Oahu an Island Escape Beaches and beyond
Honolulu is the host city of the Oahu is an island of activity
Lions Clubs 98th International and you’ll find a variety of
Convention and is located on
the south shore of Oahu.
activities at every turn. You can
tour the rainforests of Waimea
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Honolulu is also the capital of Valley, visit the top of the iconic REASONS
Hawaii and the most populated Diamond Head State You’ll Love Honolulu
city in the state of Hawaii. Monument for panoramic
■ Swim with green sea turtles
views or kick back and watch off Waikiki Beach
What to See the brilliant pastels of dusk
During your visit to Hawaii, fade off of Sunset Beach. ■ Explore great beaches
explore Oahu’s top sights and ■ Visit the iconic Diamond
attractions. Here you’ll find The Hanauma Bay Nature Head
everything from historic Preserve is a popular area for
landmarks and treasured tourists, thanks to its crystal- ■ Experience a Hawaiian Luau
monuments such as Iolani clear waters. You can snorkel ■ Relax and enjoy the cool
Palace to world class shopping right off the beach or charter a trade wind breeze
and flourishing arts and culture. boat and get up close to
turtles, dolphins and tropical
Shopping fish.
Honolulu offers unique stores
and retail establishments
including the historic and
diverse Ala Moana Shopping
Center the largest shopping
center in the state of Hawai’i
and just minutes away from
Waikiki.
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For the Family
On Oahu, there’s a wealth of activities
that will create indelible family memories.
You’ll find family fun everywhere on Oahu.
See the fish at the Waikiki Aquarium, pet
a dolphin at Sea Life Park or get a bird’s
eye view of a giraffe at the Honolulu Zoo.
Explore Hawaiian artifacts in the Bishop
Museum. Many of Oahu’s resorts even
offer fun programs for the keiki (kids).
You’ll find something to charm any
child, from surfing lessons in Waikiki
What to Eat & Drink
Honolulu is a modern city that
to horseback rides at Kualoa Ranch.
offers a unique mix of food
Whatever you choose to do, just don’t
establishments, including a
forget to bring your camera.
variety of culinary delights
influenced by the various ethnic
groups found on the islands.
The restaurants in Honolulu
feature everything from
traditional Hawaiian food and
local Pacific Rim fare to your
favorite national restaurants.
Oahu’s restaurant scene is renowned for Hawaii Regional
Cuisine, a culinary movement that combines fresh, local
ingredients with the cooking techniques and flavors of the
MC&A, our official local tour company,
world. If you want to eat like a local, you can try a traditional
is offering Lions specially-designed fully
plate lunch at laid-back, mainstay eateries found in
escorted tours to enjoy the best Honolulu
neighborhoods just outside Waikiki.
has to offer including tours that showcase
the island’s natural highlights such as
No first-time visit to Oahu is complete without experiencing
rainforests, mountains, beaches and
a Hawaiian luau. Sunset is the perfect time for a traditional
more; unique destination experiences
Hawaiian luau on the shores of Oahu. Dine on kalua pig
from visiting the historic Dole Plantation,
cooked in an imu (earth oven), haupia (coconut pudding) and
to sampling the merchandise at a
poi (Hawaiian taro starch). Settle down under the stars while
macadamia nut farm; the chance to travel
you listen to live music and watch skilled performances of
back in time to discover and experience
the hula, Tahitian dance and the thrilling Samoan fire-knife
Polynesian culture and cuisine at the
dance. There are several luau venues throughout Oahu
Polynesian Cultural Center; and Lions can
including many at the major hotels in Honolulu.
learn about the “Day of Infamy” at Pearl
Harbor while touring the USS Arizona
Memorial and USS Missouri.
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Aloha Lions …
Weather What to Experience
It's warm in Hawai’i (average year-round Extend your stay in paradise and add a Pre-or-
temperature 77° F (25° C), so pack your Post-Convention tour with one of our preferred tour
summer attire—but bring a light jacket or companies. Did you know that there are six major
sweater for the evenings. Suits and ties islands in Hawaii? They include Kauai, Oahu,
are very rarely worn in Hawai’i. Molokai, Lanai, Maui, and Hawaii Island. Each
island is unique in its own way each with its own
Don’t forget to bring some casual dress clothes or character and style.
resort wear. You can buy an “aloha shirt” and flip-
flops (or slippers, as the locals call them) when you Not sure which island to visit? Then contact one of
arrive. our preferred tour companies who are experts on
Hawaii. They are offering a variety of tours to fit
your interests and budget. Let them help you plan
Booking Next Year’s International your dream trip to make the most of your 2015
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destinations, so book your tour early to lock-in the
best price and ensure that your dream trip doesn’t
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No matter where you are traveling from, the Star
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flights to the Lions Clubs 98th International
Convention in Honolulu, Hawaii.
With over 21,900 flights a day to 1,329
destinations across 195 countries, the Star Alliance
is the best choice for flights to the International
Convention in Honolulu. Search "LCICon" from
LCI's home page. The Star Alliance convention
code will be posted soon with details on the
special discount for travel to Honolulu. No matter
which Star Alliance member airline’s frequent flyer
program you belong to, you can earn and redeem
miles across all 28 airlines.
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REGISTER NOW!
Register by January 9, 2015
to take advantage of early registration pricing.
REGISTER FOR THE CONVENTION and LCI ticketed events at LCICon For Lions groups or
10 or more, contact LCI’s Registration Dept. (registration@lionsclubs.org) for additional information.
RESERVE YOUR HOUSING - Take advantage of LCIs' reduced rates and stay with your
delegation, register and reserve your room by January 9 2015. You need to register for the
international convention before you can reserve a hotel room. Housing reservations are taken on a
first-come, first-served basis, so book early to secure your housing and stay with your delegation.
Guests at LCI's delegation hotels will have free shuttle transportation to all official convention events.
Registering for the convention and reserving your room through LCI helps us keep convention fees
low.
REGISTRATION FEES
EARLY
Why register online? (before January 9, 2015)
Adult: US$110 / Child: US$10
It’s convenient and the online registration system REGULAR
is quick and user friendly! (January 10 – March 31, 2015)
Adult: US$150 / Child: US$10
LATE
(April 1, 2015 – onsite)
Adult: US$170 / Child: US$10
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LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL IN HONOLULU
- MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Lions of District 50 Hawaii,
your Hosts of the 98th Annual
International Convention
The Lions of District 50 Hawaii are a dedicated
group of men and women that identify a number of
critical community needs, then work together to
raise the manpower and funds to fulfill those needs.
The 1,800 Lions of District 50 Hawaii are members
of 66 different local Lions Clubs throughout the
islands. Their clubs proudly sponsor 35 separate
LEO Clubs throughout the states adding an
energetic corps of 2,000 more young people to our
front lines of service to the community. The Hawaii
Lions & LEOs relentlessly and unselfishly volunteer
their talents, time, skills, and donations to assist and
serve the people of Hawaii and anywhere else
throughout the world where our “We Serve” aloha
spirit can make a difference.
Bob Lee
98th Annual Lions Clubs International Convention
Host Committee Chairperson.
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Key projects include:
• District 50 Hawaii Lions Foundation and Eye
Bank- The major activity and focal point
of the Foundation is the Hawaii Lions Eye
Bank and Makana Foundation (HLEBMF).
The only eye banking facility in Hawaii and
the Pacific Islands, HLEBMF has been
supported and managed solely by the
Lions of Hawaii for the past 34 years.
Since its inception, the Eye Bank has been
responsible for restoring the sight of almost
5,000 patients in Hawaii and currently
averages approximately 200 cornea
transplants a year.
• Vision and Hearing Screenings- Since 2010,
the Lions of Hawaii have visually screened
over 22,000 students and referred
approximately 17% of these children for
additional vision care.
• Safe Sidewalks - “Recognized as one of the
Top 3 Outstanding Service Projects by Lions
Clubs International”. The City and the Lions
Clubs of Hawaii worked together to make
short-term repairs to the 1,800 miles of
sidewalks in metro Honolulu.
• Afghanistan Project- The Kamehameha Lions
Club & Foundation became the first Lions
organization in the world to create a unique
humanitarian outreach program to assist the
impoverished in the war-torn mountain
villages of Afghanistan. Since 2009, the
Kamehameha Lions from all District 50
Hawaii Lions Clubs, LEO Clubs and the
Hawaii Lions Foundation, have delivered over
10,000 pairs of eyeglasses, school supplies
and thousands of pairs of socks to Afghan
villagers in dangerous areas.
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Attend the 98th
Lions Clubs International Convention
where you will:
■ Exchange
Engage ■
Encounter ■
Is this your First International Convention?
WELCOME, Honolulu is a great place to attend your first
Lions Clubs International Convention. Make the most of your
first Convention.
• Register early, reserve your room by January 9, 2015 and stay
with your delegation.
• Attend your club's meetings and talk with your fellow Lions who
have attended an International Convention. Gain insight and
“tips” on how to best maximize your experience.
• Like and follow LCICon on Facebook and Twitter to network and
stay up to date.
• Beat the crowds and go to the Advance Registration Booth on
Thursday, June 25th at the Hawaii Convention Center and pick
up your convention materials including your program guide. Let
everyone know this is your first convention.
• On Friday, June 26th, visit the Exhibit Hall and share ideas with
other Lions. Don’t forget to stop by the Host Committee Booth
and let them know you are a first timer!
• Take in the sights and sounds of Honolulu. Experience the local
cuisine, enjoy the Hawaiian culture and tour the island.
• Network and make new Lions friends from around the globe.
• Take pictures at the convention and post them online to share
with your friends and your local club back home. Share the
experience.
• Meet the Lions from Japan and register for the 2016
8 Honolulu, HAWAII International Convention being held in Fukuoka, Japan.Convention Venue
INFORMATION
The Hawaii Convention Center (HCC) will be the hub of activity during
convention week. We’re sure you’ll enjoy the convenience of having the
International Show, plenary sessions, certification, seminars and more - all
under one roof.
The HCC boasts modern conveniences with Hawaiian charm including
landscaped terraces, lanais, courtyards, waterfalls, and fishponds.
There are hundreds of shops and restaurants including the Ala Moana Center,
the largest shopping center in the Pacific, just steps away from the Hawaii
Convention Center.
Photo Credit Dana Edmunds
International Convention 2015 9We look forward to seeing you in
Honolulu,HAWAII in 2015…
Mahalo!
Lions Clubs International Important Deadlines
300 W. 22nd Street
JANUARY 9, 2015
Oak Brook, IL 60523
• Early Registration
+1-630-468-6731 Deadline
www.lionsclubs.org
convention@lionsclubs.org MARCH 31, 2015
• Regular Registration
LCI CONVENTION Deadline
REGISTRATION & HOUSING DEPT.
+1-630-468-6914 MAY 1, 2015
registration@lionsclubs.org • Online registration
closes
Search LCICon for the 2015 International Convention
Schedule, Registration Information, Delegation Hotel
Assignments and much more.
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