Young Skål Club

About Young Skål

Young Skål is the student chapter affiliated with Skål International Hawaiʻi and part of Skål International, a global professional association of travel and tourism industry leaders dedicated to promoting friendship, networking, and the responsible development of tourism worldwide.

Through Young Skål, students have the opportunity to connect with both local and international industry professionals. Members engage directly with Skål International Hawaiʻi through monthly meetings and events, while also gaining exposure to Skål's global network of over 20,000 members across more than 80 countries.

Young Skål offers a variety of professional development opportunities, including site inspections, guest speaker events, networking dinners with industry leaders, and access to global webinars hosted by Skål International. These experiences help students build meaningful industry connections and prepare for careers in hospitality and tourism.

Membership Requirements

  • Must be a student at an accredited educational institution that grants a degree, diploma, or certificate upon completion
  • Young professionals training or working in the hospitality or tourism industry may also apply
  • Must agree to and uphold the objectives and regulations of the Young Skål program
  • Must successfully complete the Skål International application process

Membership Fee

$55 per calendar year, paid directly to Skål International Hawaiʻi.

How to Join

Students interested in joining can begin by completing the membership interest form — our team will follow up with additional information and guide you through the application process.

Young Skål Interest Form

Ready to apply? You may submit your application directly through Skål International.

Application timeline: There is no formal deadline. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Event & Engagement Opportunities

  • Annual Skål International Hawaiʻi Golf Tournament (typically held in September)
  • Monthly Skål International Hawaiʻi membership meetings
  • Annual Scholarship Dinner (typically held in October)
  • Site inspections of hotels and tourism-related businesses
  • Airport and transportation tours
  • Community service initiatives
  • Networking opportunities with industry professionals

Although the registered organization has members who are university students, the registered organization is independent of the university and does not represent the views of the university. The registered organization is responsible for its own contracts, acts, or omissions.

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Connect with Young Skål

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