HONOLULU ITINERARY
 
King Kamehameha Pigskin Classic
Honolulu, Hawaii
June 30 - July 7, 2009
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Below is the schedule for your tour in beautiful Honolulu, Hawaii. Please remember the schedule is subject to change. A final itinerary will be provided to your coach upon arrival
Tue, June 30 Depart Home; Arrive in Honolulu This Evening

Upon arrival at the Honolulu International Airport you will receive a traditional Hawaiian Lei Greeting and be taken directly to the hotel.  An Elite Sports International representative will greet you at the hotel and assist you with express check-in.  You will then have the remainder of the afternoon and evening to explore the Waikiki Beach area.  

Wed, July 1 Sightseeing Tour - Evening Hawaiian Olympics

Today will be a full day of sightseeing and fun.  The tour bus will leave the hotel in the morning for the Aloha Flea Market at Aloha Stadium. You will find all things Hawaiian at this shopping bonanza.  This is a great place to do your shopping for the week.  After your morning shopping spree we will stop for a brief lunch (on your own) at a local fast food restaurant.  We will then continue on to the fabulous Pali Lookout.  Here you will have the chance to take some breathtaking photos with your teammates.  We will then continue our sightseeing journey past some of Oahu's most beautiful scenery which includes:  the Halona Blow Hole, Hanauama Bay and Waimanalo Town.

Once you arrive back to the Waikiki area, the team will head straight to the “Hawaiian Olympics”  The Hawaiian Olympics is an event where your group will compete in various Polynesian games. These games include several events such as Hawaiian Fear Factor (you’ll really enjoy that one), Huli Huli, and the player-coach Hula dancing contest.

Thu, July 2 Morning Practice - Evening Polynesian Show & Dinner

Today your team will practice during the early morning. You will have the rest of the day to explore the island of Oahu.  You may want to take an optional sightseeing excursion such as snorkeling at Hanauma Bay, parasailing, swimming at the North Shore or maybe climb to the top of the Diamond Head Crater.  Whatever your choice...this day will be one to remember.

This evening you will enjoy a Polynesian Show and Dinner which is sure to be one of the highlights of the week.     

Fri, July 3 Morning Practice - King's Jubilee at the Hilton Hawaiian Village

Today will be yours to again experience all Honolulu has to offer. See your ESI tour guide for a list of activities to enjoy…Friday Evening - The King's Jubilee...As a guest at the Hilton Hawaiian Village you will enjoy authentic Hawaiian entertainment and a beachfront fireworks show. The color and pageantry of Hawaii's monarchy are brought to life in this regal tribute to King David Kalakaua, featuring the music, song and dance of the Polynesian Islands and the exciting Samoan Fire Knife Dance.  The grand finale of this evening is a stunning beachfront fireworks display that lights up Waikiki Beach. 

Sat, July 4 Day at Leisure - Optional Activities

Your team will have the day to relax before Sunday's competition.  This afternoon you will want to enjoy all of the many activities that Hawaii has to offer. Each year several teams "tackle" the climb to the top of Diamond Head Crater. The view from the top of this extinct volcano is breathtaking!!!  This evening you and your team may want to eat at the Hard Rock Cafe or the Planet Hollywood or maybe one of Waikiki's best local restaurants - "Dukes" named in honor of Hawaii's legendary surfer, Duke Kahanamoku.

Sun, July 5 King Kamehameha Pigskin Classic - Game Day

Today is the day you’ve been waiting for…your team will compete in the "2009 King Kamehameha Pigskin Classic." After the games are complete you and your teammates will want to enjoy your last night in Hawaii at one of the islands fine restaurants.

Mon, July 6 Day at Leisure - Depart for Home
You and your team will have this morning and afternoon free to get in one last swim or maybe take the surfing lesson you've put off all week. We depart for the airport and our flight home late this afternoon.
Tue, July 7 Return to Your Home City
You arrive home this morning after an enjoyable experience with new friends and teammates for life.

 
GAME DAY INFORMATION
Each player is responsible for bringing his own football equipment (pads, helmet, pants, mouthpiece and any other equipment needed to participate in a full contact football game.
You will be provided with an official "ESI Pigskin Classic" game jersey.
Games will be played according to NCAA rules unless otherwise noted.
Trainers will be provided. You must bring your own tape.
Teams will play a basic 4-3-4 defense.
Other game modifications may be made for safety reasons by our College Coaches Advisory Board.