Congratulations on qualifying for the 2008 Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Kona, Hawaii this October. What a great effort and I am sure you are going to be ‘blown’ away by the race and the island.

Tri Travel has been travelling to the Big Island since 2001 and each year has provided support, logistical solutions, entertainment and valuable advice to over 450 athletes who have toured with the Tri Travel team. For the 2008 tour, Tri Travel has planned an incredible trip and has now finalised the accommodation and are ready to take bookings.

Tri Travel Tour costs:
The below Tri Travel Tour prices include 10 nights accommodation in Kona, Sydney/Honolulu return economy airfares**, Honolulu/ Kona return airfares, airport/accommodation return transfers, a team dinner, a pre-race team breakfast with Mark Allen, a post-race breakfast with guest speakers to re-cap race day, daily training sessions, course orientation, a spectator’s tour, a race day bus for the spectators to go out to the lava fields, a welcome pack with products from Tri Travel, Power Bar and Scody and experienced staff to help make your Kona experience the best ever.
** (taxes not included)

The starting prices for the tour including all of the above are based ex. Sydney:

Kona Pacific (2 Bedroom) $3,420* per person quad share
Kona Pacific (1 Bedroom) $4,120* per person twin share

The Kona Pacific is in a great location on Alii Drive less than a mile from town and the race start. The apartments are fully self-contained of an excellent standard and the 2 bedroom apartments are perfect for two couples sharing, as each bedroom has its own bathroom.

Kona Islander Inn (Studio) $3,640* per person twin share

The Kona Islander has been Tri Travel’s most popular accommodation for many years for the budget-conscious traveller. The studio rooms are close to town and all the action. It is located next to the famous Lava Java coffee shop and offers a pool and BBQ area, as well as a kitchenette.

Kailua Village (1 Bedroom) $3,680* per person twin share
The Kailua Village is located next to the Kona Islander in an ideal position and is a one bedroom apartment with a kitchen. It’s well priced and in a great location and offers excellent value for money.

Royal Kona Resort (Hotel rooms) $3,920* per person twin share
If you prefer to stay in resort-style accommodation with a luxury pool, restaurant, bar area and daily linen change then the Royal Kona Resort is for you. The Royal Kona Resort offers a great location, fantastic views of the ocean including the swim course on race day. Last year a number of athletes stayed there and were very happy with the service and convenience on offer, so Tri Travel has booked a number of rooms to cater for the tour. Several of the tour activities will be held at the function centre of the Royal Kona Resort.

*Conditions apply

Other Accommodation
Tri Travel can also offer, in our range of accommodation, two large houses one mile from the race start, and the Kona Alii (2 bedroom) and the Kona Reef apartments (2 bedroom). Please call Tiffany on 1800 225 022 for a quote or email res@tritravel.com.au

After the race on Monday October 13, 2008, you can return to Honolulu for a few days of rest and relaxation or perhaps even head to one of the other islands such as Maui before your return to Australia on October 15, 2008 (extensions are available subject to availability). Tri Travel can arrange all your after race accommodation, activities and flights.
I encourage you to inquire about the Tri Travel Tour to Hawaii, as you will find our friendly staff, Tiffany and Susan, very helpful and they can tailor the trip to your needs.

Check out the comparison of the tour versus travelling alone - I am sure you will find Tri Travel has everything covered. I look forward to having a Mai Tai with you in Kona – after the race of course!

All the best
Shane Smith