Authentic Hawaiian Lūʻau: A Cultural Feast Experience
When you attend a Hawaiian lūʻau, you do more than enjoy a meal, you immerse yourself in a celebration of history, tradition, and aloha. Every dish, performance, and interaction reflect the cultural richness of the Hawaiian Islands. As you savor each bite, you...
Kalo (Taro): The Root of Hawaiian Culture
The air smells of earthiness: the scent of green growing things mingles with the mustiness of a loʻi, the wetland ecosystem in which many varieties of kalo grow. A mahiʻai kalo (kalo farmer) and his haumāna (student) patiently tend the plants, treading the bog-like...
Your Guide to a Multi-Day Adventure at the Polynesian Cultural Center
When you buy tickets to the Polynesian Cultural Center, you may notice an offer that is extended. With the purchase of any Islands of Polynesia or full-day package, you can continue to enjoy the villages for up to three consecutive business days after your initial...
Voyaging this May: Iosepa 2025
Voyaging this May, the Iosepa tells a story of generational power, respect, and reverence. This magnificent 57-foot double-hulled canoe is ready to set sail. Months of preparation brought us to this day. The melody of the mele (song / chant sung at the beginning of...
The Polynesian Cultural Center Is: One ‘Ohana, Sharing Aloha
“One ʻohana, sharing aloha.” When you come to the Polynesian Cultural Center, you will hear this phrase many times. Some might consider it a slogan designed to be catchy and fun, but it goes far deeper than that. It is the principle upon which the Polynesian Cultural...
International Food Trucks on the North Shore
A Culinary Adventure Awaits at the Hukilau Marketplace– Part II Situated next to the breathtaking scenery of the North Shore, the Hukilau Marketplace not only offers an array of food trucks but a variety of cultural and recreational activities that make it a must-do...
Packing for Paradise: Hawaiian Island Vacation Fundamentals
To Pack or Not to Pack? The last thing anyone wants is to have a dream vacation in the islands marred by the memory of sore feet, sunburn, or other injuries. Knowing a bit about the environment you will be visiting and planning your wardrobe and accessories...
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