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Christmas Traditions of Polynesia

by Quinney Suaava, PCC Blogger | Dec 10, 2022 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji, Hawai'i, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga

There are many traditional holidays specific to the culture and history of Polynesia. However, because Christmas is among the most celebrated holidays on the earth, this holiday is also celebrated by many Polynesian families. As we know, Christmas was introduced by...

Cultural Exhibits at the Polynesian Cultural Center: A Tour of the 6 Island Villages

by Quinney Suaava | Oct 18, 2022 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji, Hawai'i, Hawai’i Travel Tips, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, Villages

Curious about the cultural exhibits at the Polynesian Cultural Center? Did you know that each island village has a number of exhibitions on how they constructed their homes and the significance of various objects in their culture? Our six island villages of...

Preserving Polynesian Cultures in a Commercial World

by Connor Hansen | Mar 10, 2022 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji, Ha: Breath of Life, Hawai'i, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, Villages

Honoring the cultures of Polynesia The Polynesian Culture Center is impressive. A quick Google search will prove that the Center is well-noticed, deeply popular, and top-rated – and it is no secret why the Center provides an unforgettable family-friendly experience...

Fiji-Indian Chicken Curry Roti Wrap

by Nina Jones | Jun 2, 2021 | Eat Polynesia!, Fiji, Main Dishes, Recipes

“Fijian Indian culture and traditions have evolved from the early days of [laboring] in the British-backed sugar industry. This includes the Indian cuisine, which has developed into a deliciously unique blend of traditional spices, fresh local ingredients and a...

The Red Prawns of Vatulele – a Fijian legend

by Nina Jones | Apr 7, 2020 | Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji

The following legend has numerous versions. We took ours from the former Island Manager of the Fiji Village at the Polynesian Cultural Center, Inoke Suguturaga. There is an ancient story about the beautiful daughter of a chief. Her name, Yalewan-ni-Cagi-Bula, means...

Powerful Polynesian symbolism you can see at the Polynesian Cultural Center

by Mikaele | Apr 17, 2019 | Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji, Hawai'i, Samoa, Tonga

Polynesians use symbols to represent ideas, emotions, states of mind, phrases, movements, memories, loved ones and much more. The symbols can be embodied in words, names, carvings, lei, designs, dance, music, and so on. Hawaiians say many such representations have...

Christmas Traditions of Polynesia

Cultural Exhibits at the Polynesian Cultural Center: A Tour of the 6 Island Villages

Preserving Polynesian Cultures in a Commercial World

Fiji-Indian Chicken Curry Roti Wrap

The Red Prawns of Vatulele – a Fijian legend

Powerful Polynesian symbolism you can see at the Polynesian Cultural Center

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