Confirmation Kit

Working Forum for Multi-Site Early Childhood Organizations
Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Lihue, Hawaii, USA
October 22 - 24, 2008

About Hawaii

Customs Regulations
Like most countries, the United States has requirements and restrictions on certain goods such as firearms, animals and animal products, plants, and plant products, fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as certain food and drug products. For additional information, visit www.cbp.gov.

Currency
The United States dollar is the official currency of the United States.

Language
The United States is the home of approximately 336 languages (spoken or signed) of which 176 are indigenous to the area. Fifty-two languages formerly spoken in the US territory are now extinct (Grimes, 2000).

The United States does not have an official language; nevertheless, English is the language used for legislation, regulations, executive orders, treaties, federal court rulings, and all other official pronouncements. In some states, English, Hawaiian, and Spanish are official. In 2000, the census bureau printed the standard census questionnaires in six languages: English, Spanish, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Tagalog.

Electricity
The plug for power cords as well as wall plugs for personal appliances such as computers and hair dryers is 110-120V, 60Hz.

Health Insurance
Health insurance plans often do not cover all or any services you might receive outside your country of residence, so you are encouraged to purchase traveler's health insurance before leaving home.

About Lodging and Transportation

Accommodations
The luxurious Kauai Marriott Resort & Beach Club has been selected at the host hotel for the 2008 Working Forum for Multi-Site Organizations. This spectacular property combines the warmest island hospitality with the most idyllic destination.

Situated on 800 acres fronting Kalapaki Bay, regarded as Kauai's loveliest and most swimmable sandy beach, the Kauai Marriott Resort offers a wide variety of recreational activities, a superior beach experience, and a pair of championship golf courses at the adjacent Kauai Lagoons Golf Club. Guests will enjoy one of the largest pools in Hawaii and spacious guestrooms, most of which offer spectacular views, regardless of room category. With five open-air restaurants on property, the Marriot also offers one of the most unique oceanfront dining options on Kauai.

Transportation to the Kauai Marriott from the airport and return is complimentary, so renting a car is not necessary unless you wish to explore the island of Kauai on your own.

About the Working Forum

Working Forum Language
The Working Forum will be conducted in English. In your conversations and contributions to sessions, keep in mind that English is not the first language for many delegates. Try to speak clearly with a minimum of jargon.

Working Forum Attire
Recommended attire for the Working Forum is business casual.

Special Needs
Should you have special dietary requirements or any other special needs, we will be most happy to make arrangements, if you notify us well in advance. Please send an e-mail to info@WorldForumFoundation.org.

Substitution Policy
If you cannot attend and wish to send a substitute, call (800) 221-2864 or send a fax to (425) 867-5217, or e-mail to info@WorldForumFoundation.org.

Program Changes/Cancellation
The World Forum Foundation reserves the right to make changes in programs and speakers, and to cancel programs if enrollment criteria are not met or when conditions beyond its control prevail. If the Working Forum is not held for any reason, the liability of the World Forum Foundation is limited to registration fees only.

Cancellation Policy
If you cancel in writing more than one month prior to the Working Forum, a 10 percent service fee will be charged. Delegates who do not attend, or who cancel less than one month prior to the Working Forum, are responsible for the entire registration fee.

Photo Release Policy
By virtue of your attendance, you agree to usage of your likeness in still and video photography without compensation or notification.

Additional Information/Questions
If you have questions or need more information, call (800) 221-2864 or send an e-mail to info@WorldForumFoundation.org.

We'll see you in Hawaii!