FAQ

Event FAQ

Common Ground Summit is a highly curated gathering. Our community consists of community leaders, business leaders, impact investors, indigenous leaders, elders, youth activists, chefs, storytellers, farmers, artists, entrepreneurs and thought leader. We can’t wait for you all to meet and see what happens!
These are the 5 pillars of the summit and represent how we will be blocking out our time over the 3 days. Explore is your time to venture out of the conference and enjoy Kaua’i - beaches, waterfalls, surfing, hiking, diving, you name it. Experience represents the entertainment, art, hands on workshops, wellness, parties and unique programming hosted by Common Ground. Engage is the content of the event where we dive into placebased regenerative leadership. Eat is the incredible culinary programming. And Connect is the real reason behind it all, to develop and build lasting relationships that satisfy our human experience and strengthen our ability to show up in the world.
A typical day starts with morning wellness programming, followed breakfast, 2 morning content sessions and lunch. One morning is reserved for a special outing and a unique hands on experience at a local organization. In the afternoon, we typically have 1 more session, followed by Experience workshops, a special Pau Hana, an exquisite Dinner, and night-time celebrations. The detailed schedule will be available roughly 1 month before the event. We will share a daily itinerary to help you plan your days in the weeks ahead.
During events and dining experiences, we encourage all attendees to unplug and be as present as possible. Cellular service is generally strong on Kaua’i (with some holes) and wifi connectivity will be available in select venues on the Common Ground campus. Most accommodations on Kaua’i have high speed internet, but if it’s critical, it’s always advised to double check.
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3 days of all-inclusive delicious island to table food prepared by various outstanding chefs with ingredients sourced from small farms, purveyors, ranchers and fishermen across the island. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks as well as non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages).
Complete Access to Common Ground Summit programming & the Common Ground Kaua’i Campus from 11/10 to 11/13.
Access to all event programming: talks, meetups, music, curated adventures, nightlife, wellness, and culinary experiences.
This event is about community — that includes your families. Your Significant Others “SO” are welcome to join us at Common Ground for all programming and meals. If you are planning to bring your young ones, feel free to contact us for special arrangements.
We also encourage you to bring your high school or college kids for active participation in the summit.
Yes, you will need to register your partner as an “SO” (Significant Other) to access meals and afternoon/evening events and purchase child passes if they are planning to attend any of the on-campus events or activities.
Lodging and transportation are not included in a general event registration (unless specifically noted). Please see the Travel Page if you would like assistance arranging either of these.
Events not hosted at Common Ground, such as recommended “Adventure” pillar adventure activities may require an additional fee.
Due to economics of event production, we will not be able to issue cash refunds if you cancel your registration prior to the event.
Per our cancellation policy and in order to maintain the integrity of our community, tickets are transferable only to a representative from an organization you lead or a mutually agreeable nominee.

Local Airport Code: LIH
For those coming from the East Coast there are direct flights to Honolulu from NYC, Newark, and Boston. From there, it’s just a short Hawaiian Airlines flight to Lihue airport. For those coming from the West Coast, there are direct flights to Lihue from LAX, SFO and other major west coast airports. Remember, to check Southwest, their flights need to be searched directly on their website.
We offer hand selected villas and condos to share with fellow participants. Each room has their own bathroom. We will happily accommodate requests for roommates and otherwise thoughtfully pair you with like minded individuals.
Our partner Hotel 1Hotel Hanalei Bay offers beautiful rooms at a discounted price which you can also find on in the registration section of the website.
If you choose to book your own accommodations, please book your accommodation ASAP as inventory is limited near the venue! We recommend booking as early as possible as accommodations on the North Shore will be booked out.
AirBnB & VRBO - Are great bets for single family homes, condos and resorts on the North Shore. These links will take you directly to Princeville, the nearest town with readily available lodging. It’s an easy scenic drive away from the event. It also hosts a number of beautiful beaches and tourist attractions.
Hawaii Life Rentals is another great resource with beautiful properties. Let them know Common Ground sent you and you are looking for a home near the venue.
You will want to rent a car to get around Kaua’i — fortunately there are a number of car rentals available when you arrive in Lihue.
Turo has great options! If you haven’t used it before, it’s like Airbnb for cars.
LIH Airport is also home to many of the major rental car companies. If you have any trouble securing a car, let us know and we’ll be happy to help you find a reservation.
If you need a private ride to or from the airport, we recommend Holoholo Transport - it’s the local version of Uber. Download the app and schedule your ride in advance.