[patton]

This is absolutely funny.

It is axiomatic in Defense work, you NEVER hold a conference in Hawaii.

Because the Public will freak out.

Idiot county folks.

[Excuse_My_Bellicosity]

Oh yes. I do Defense work and that is a big no-no. In fact, I've had my bosses disapprove travel for people to travel to a place when there is an airshow in town or a big festival (like Fiesta Days in San Antonio). Too much hassle if people find out and start complaining.

And I don't get the $7000 price tag without food included. I don't know if these people are staying at a lavish resort or the conference fee is outrageous or what, but I question that price. My last 5-day cross-country business trip cost $1100 and I stayed at a pretty decent hotel.