Traditional Hawaiian Kālua Pork: 4 Ways to Cook It
“Kalua Pork, or as many Polynesians call it Kalua Pig”, is a delicacy and classic Hawaiian food. Kalua means to cook underground. Therefore, traditional Hawaiian Kalua pig is cooked in an earth oven. Making kalua pork doesn’t require much hands-on...
Choosing the Right Shoes for Hawaiian Adventures and Activities
Are you planning a trip to Hawaii and are unsure of what shoes to wear? One of the biggest mistakes tourists coming to Hawaii make is wearing the wrong types of shoes (that and forgetting to put in the sunscreen). This will lead to sore feet, which will put a damper...
Mahalo Ve: One Love, One Gratitude: Meaning, Origins & Cultural Spirit
Mahalo is a famous Hawaiian word which means “thank you”, or to express gratitude. This is one of the common greetings, rather like “aloha”, used in everyday life in the Hawaiian culture. People usually say this after a kind gesture or a positive experience such as...
7 Things to Know About Traffic on O‘ahu, Hawaii
What do you need to know about O‘ahu traffic? Just the word Hawai’i inspires people’s imagination as a tropical paradise – perfect for adventure and relaxation. But what doesn’t always cross people’s minds is the chill Aloha spirit of the locals who live...
Jeri Galea’i: Dancing with Fire
JERI GALEA’I: An inspiring story of family, dedication and natural talent in the world of Fireknife Dancing QUOTE: “The Galea’i (pronounced Nga’-lay-ah-ee) family is a fireknife dynasty. If you’re born into the Galea’i family you have no choice, you’re going to...Historic Moments in Lāʻie: 5 Key Events & Cultural Significance
The history of Lāʻie, a beautiful town tucked away on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawai’i is known and loved by many. Millions of visitors have come to this special town over the years on their Hawaiian vacation. For generations, Lāʻie has been a place of refuge...
Local Gems: 10 Best Oʻahu Dining Experiences in 2022
Part of any vacation is the food, but food is not just something to eat on the island of Oʻahu. It’s something to EXPERIENCE. Here are some amazing selections that range from the casual to the divine. Relax and enjoy, as we present 10 of the best Oʻahu dining...
The 2022 Empower Your Dreams Competition Winners
How the 2022 “Empower Your Dreams Competition” helped the Polynesian Cultural Center achieve goals One of the outlined goals of the Polynesian Cultural Center is to “contribute to the educational development and growth of all people at Brigham Young University-Hawaii...
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