AM Kona
Do you want to get lei…d? Hawaii not just hula anymore. Head to Kona for Hularama, Arthur Murray’s 2018 Dance Competition. Think mai- tais, sultry nights & sexy dancing. It’s “hot” in more ways than one. It’s “Kona” cool.
How to Pack
Lucky it’s Hawaii – everything is tiny
The suitcase is empty – packing tips…
Use tissue paper to prevent wrinkles
Labeled Compressions bags to save space
Bikinis in baggies to line suitcase – so u don’t lose the top or bottom. (maybe you want to)
Soft sided packing cubes – easy to find rolled t- shirts & lingerie (great day to night outfit)
What to Pack
No coat, so ski boots, no gloves
Nippits – to cover your …
Use bikini top for dance competition
SPF 50+ – sunburn not a good dance look
Swim wear cover ups double as evening attire
Costume jewelry – bikini & bling
Lacey “C” through pants
Flowy long dress to dine in the sand – color it up
“Lay”er workout sweatshirt as night wrap
Aloe vera gel – to cool a hot burn
Dance bag/beach bag – remove dance shoes, fill w/ flip flops – leave room for shopping
Where to Stay
Hilton Waikoloa Village – Play & Stay in style
Need Dance Attire?
Save your hula skirt for the bedroom…
Designs to Shine – Strap into exquisite form/ function Swarovski dance fashion
World Tone Dance Shoes – Best dance shoes in US – practice, competition, specialty shoes
Dress Doctor – Best Chicago Tailor – design, re-construct & style dance attire- the ultimate makes size 2 dress larger!
Where2Dine
Ulu Ocean Grill & Sushi Bar Lounge –Top 100 most romantic alfresco restaurants in America.
Da Poke Shack – Don’t let the outside fool you. Number #1 restaurant on Yelp! Everyone can’t be wrong.
Hugo’s on the Rocks -Tables in the sand, sunsets, music – more dancing
Want2Do
Life’s a “Beach” – don’t move, just don’t forget your SPF
Whale Watching – December thru March, the ultimate Humpback Whale Season
Can’t sit still? Scuba, snorkel, diving, paddle boarding and surfing, horseback riding
Want it hot? Hike or bike to see the awesome volcano
Kona is “Coffee Country” head to one of many farmer’s markets
Arthur Murray tapped Sandy Mandel & Barbara Winchell – Wear2Where for traveling in Style
