Liberty High School Tag Along Commemorating the 75 th Anniversary of the Attack on Pearl Harbor November 21 28, 2016 The following itinerary provides an overview of your tour events and timings. ** It is important to understand that times and activities are subject to change before or during the tour. ** Monday, November 21, 2016 1:15 am Meet as a group at Liberty High School. 1:30 am Load coaches and depart for the JFK Airport. It is recommended that the group arrives at the airport at least three hours prior to departure. Government-issued identification is required of all passengers 18 years of age and older. *Confirm flight numbers and departure times with your airline at least 24 hours prior to flight and the day of departure for any updates. Flight Group 1 33 seats & Flight Group 2 27 seats = 60 seats Date Day From To Airline Flight Depart Arrive 11/21 MON JFK Phoenix American 1431 6:30 am 10:25 am 11/21 MON Phoenix Honolulu American 692 11:35 am 3:33 pm Flight numbers and schedules are subject to change. Arrival Land-only Group Members Aloha! Arrive at the Honolulu Airport and receive a traditional fresh flower lei greeting. Walk to baggage claim as a group where you will meet your local Polynesian Guide. Identify your luggage and transfer from the airport to your hotel. Your Gateway Tour Managers will assist with hotel check-in. You may have a brief hotel security meeting with one of the hotel managers upon arrival. *Please make sure you have any items or medication you will need upon arrival in Honolulu in your carry on. The hotel has noted that it could take a couple of hours for your checked luggage to be delivered to your room by the bellmen. Please note: Land only passengers are physically and financially responsible for arranging their own transportation to meet up with the group, wherever the group may be in their itinerary, as well as their transportation to the airport on their return. Approx. 5:30 pm Flight Groups 1 & 2: Meet in the ballroom for hotel check-in.
2 Hotel Sheraton Waikiki Hotel & Resort 2255 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu, HI 96815 Phone: (808) 922-4422 Website: http://www.sheraton-waikiki.com/
3 Tuesday, November 22, 2016 6:50 am Depart your hotel. National Security at Pearl Harbor Because Pearl Harbor is an active military base, they strongly enforce the following: No purses, handbags, fanny packs, backpacks, camera bags, diaper bags, luggage or other items that offer concealment are allowed in the visitor center or on the memorial. Strollers with pockets and compartments must be emptied before being allowed in the visitor s center. Personal cameras (out of their cases) are allowed, but camera cases are not. Baggage storage is not available and there are no alternatives in the local area for bag storage. You may not leave any items on your motorcoach. USS Missouri Battleship The USS Missouri is the fourth ship and the second battleship to bear the name of the Show Me state. The ship was the last battleship commissioned by the USA, and in 1992 was the world s last operational battleship. The ship provided gunfire support for many famous and important battles of WWII. On September 2, 1945, the ship was chosen to be the stage for the signing of Japan s Formal Instrument of Surrender, bringing an end to the war. You will be given some time to explore this magnificent battleship on your own. Be sure to locate the spot where the surrender treaty was signed. A group photo will be taken and each passenger receives one as a keepsake. USS Arizona Memorial The USS Arizona is the final resting place for many of the ship s 1,177 crewmen who lost their lives on December 7, 1941. The Memorial structure stands over the mid-portion of the sunken battleship. A representative from your group will present a wreath at the base of the marble wall where the names of those killed on the Arizona are engraved. Your visit includes a 75-minute program that consists of a film depicting events leading up to and attack of Pearl Harbor, and a ferry ride to the Memorial. While at the visitor center, you will have an opportunity to visit the museum, bookstore and waterfront exhibits. 7:50 am Arrive at the USS Missouri Battleship. Self-tour of the USS Missouri Battleship 8:10 am Tribute performance by the Liberty High School Choir (30 minutes in length) 8:35 am Liberty High School Marching Band march onto pier. 8:40 am Tribute performance by the Liberty High School Marching Band (30 minutes in length) 9:10 am Transfer via exclusive bus shuttle to the USS Arizona Visitor Center. Film Group 1 (10 group members): 9:30 am Line up for film. 9:45 am USS Arizona Memorial Film Time Take shuttle boat to the USS Arizona Memorial. 11:00 am Tour ends. Film Group 2 (49 + 1 group members): 10:00 am Line up for film. 10:15 am USS Arizona Memorial Film Time Take shuttle boat to the USS Arizona Memorial. 11:30 am Tour ends.
4 Film Group 3 (11 group members): 11:00 am Line up for film. 11:15 am USS Arizona Memorial Film Time Take shuttle boat to the USS Arizona Memorial. 12:30 pm Tour ends. All group members: 12:35 pm provided at the USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center Menu: Ham, turkey and cheese on fresh baked croissant, chips, seasonal fruit, dessert and beverage (vegetarian garden salad available upon advance request) 2:50 pm 3:20 pm Tribute performance by the Liberty High School Choir (30 minutes in length) Tribute performance by the Liberty High School Marching Band (30 minutes in length) 4:00 pm Depart for your Honolulu city tour. 6:00 pm Arrive at your hotel. Sites include, Punchbowl National Cemetery of the Pacific, Iolani Palace, State Capitol, Washington Place, King Kamehameha Statue and the Kawaiahao Church and Mission Homes.
5 Wednesday, November 23, 2016 8:15 am Depart your hotel. Dole Bring a taste of Hawai i into your home, from the heart of Dole Plantation your complete pineapple experience. Web site: www.dole-plantation.com North Shore En route to the Polynesian Cultural Center, view the world famous Banzai Pipeline and the beautiful Sunset Beach, site of Baywatch Hawaii. 12:30 pm Arrive at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Polynesian Cultural Center Explore the Polynesian Cultural Center this afternoon. The center invites you to discover seven different Polynesian villages and cultures, including the islands of Tonga, Tahiti, Marquesas, Samoa, New Zealand, Fiji, and Hawaii, portrayed through performances, demonstrations, and native artifacts. Included: o Admission to Polynesian Villages o Entrance to one Imax Show o o Ali i Luau Hā Breath of Life evening show Web site: www.polynesia.com 5:00 pm Ali i Luau dinner 7:00 pm After dinner, move to the Pacific Theatre for the Hā Breath of Life evening show. This is the largest revue of Polynesian song and dance in the world featuring over 100 native performers from all corners of the Pacific. 7:30 pm Hā Breath of Life evening show 9:15 pm Parade Recognition Ceremony 10:00 pm Load coaches and return to your hotel. Approx. 11:30 pm Arrive back at your hotel.
6 Thursday, November 24, 2016 6:45 pm Meet as a group and walk to the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. 7:00 pm Enjoy a Thanksgiving at the Pualeilani Terrace at the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. Menu: Mixed field greens with sliced tomatoes, cucumbers and croutons, served with assorted dressings. Potato salad, macaroni salad, fresh fruit, broccoli salad, crabmeat salad. Garlic-basted roasted turkey with gravy on the side, passion fruit glazed ham, boneless short ribs with soy sake glaze, steamed white rice, Island-style vegetables, buttered mashed potatoes, sage stuffing, cranberry sauce, freshly baked rolls with butter. Dessert includes holiday selection of cakes, mini cheesecakes and pumpkin pie. Drinks included: Kona blend coffee, decaffeinated coffee, hot tea, iced tea, and fruit punch.
7 Friday, November 25, 2016 Leisure Day TBD 7:00 pm Waikiki Beach has something for everyone! You can sign up for a surprisingly inexpensive outrigger canoe ride or attempt surfing lessons. You may rent boogie boards and canoes on the beach, or perhaps you just want to relax on a catamaran cruise or soak up the sun from the beach. Performance by the Liberty High School Choir at parade reviewing stand (10 minutes in length) Parade begins. 2016 marks the 75 th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. The commemorates this event each year. The parade is host to local Hawaiian bands, marching bands from the mainland, Pearl Harbor Survivors, service bands, military units, local officials and dignitaries who march in the, paying tribute to this major historical event. The parade, founded in 1998 by Jake Peppers, is host to thousands of spectators, residents and visitors alike. The parade begins at 7:00 pm at Fort DeRussy, travels down Kalakaua Avenue and is approximately one and one-half miles in length, ending at Queen Kapiolani Park. Note: the Reviewing Stand will be outside the Moana Surfrider on Kalakaua Avenue.
8 Saturday, November 26, 2016 If you like to shop, you will be in heaven! Some great shopping areas include: Ala Moana Shopping Center for a shuttle bus pick-up, call (808) 955-9517. Fare is $2.00 and tickets can be purchased on the bus. Hours of operation: o Monday - Saturday 9:30 AM 9:00 PM o Sunday 10:00 AM 7:00 PM (*Closed Thanksgiving Day) International Market Place located on Kalakaua Avenue next door to the Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel. Hours of operation: 10:00 AM 11:00 PM daily Royal Hawaiian Center located on Kalakaua Avenue across the street from International Market Place. Hours of operation: 10:00 AM 10:00 PM daily
9 Sunday, November 27, 2016 Free time TBA You will have time for last minute shopping or beach time. Bag pull (checked bags inside room door) and check out Hospitality rooms will be available to store carry-on luggage during the day since you will be required to check out in the morning. 6:30 pm Load luggage onto truck. 7:30 pm Flight Groups 1 & 2 (60 people two coaches): Depart for the Honolulu Airport. Note regarding packing suitcases: Due to mandatory agricultural baggage checks at the airport, it is not safe to pack film in your suitcases. The agricultural machine will damage your film so please pack film in your carry-on. Also note that no perishable foods or plants are allowed off the island unless they have been inspected and tagged with permission to leave the island. Flight Group 1 33 seats & Flight Group 2 27 seats = 60 seats Date Day From To Airline Flight Depart Arrive 11/27 SUN Honolulu Phoenix American 693 11:30 pm 8:23 am (11/28) 11/28 MON Phoenix JFK American 106 10:05 am 4:59 pm Flight numbers and schedules are subject to change. Monday, November 28, 2016 Approx. 6:00 pm Load coaches and depart for Liberty High School. Welcome home!