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The “new” Polynesian Cultural Center

The “new” Polynesian Cultural Center

by Mikaele | Apr 12, 2018 | Huki: A Canoe Celebration, News at the Center

…or rather, the re-new-ed PCC The Polynesian Cultural Center has been open now for 55 years, and in addition to its age and the routine wear-and-tear from working with many millions of visitors, Hawaii’s beautiful natural environment can also wreak havoc on the...
Get ready for the new HUKI canoe celebration at the Polynesian Cultural Center, Summer 2018

Get ready for the new HUKI canoe celebration at the Polynesian Cultural Center, Summer 2018

by Nina Jones | Mar 10, 2018 | Aotearoa, Fiji, Hawai'i, Huki: A Canoe Celebration, News at the Center, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga

Coming this summer to the Polynesian Cultural Center – a grand new canoe celebration sure to both inspire and entertain. Huki: One ‘ohana sharing aloha will tell the story of how this magical corner of the world has become the showcase of our beautiful...

In a Word: Ohana means family

by Nina Jones | Feb 8, 2018 | Cultures of Polynesia, Ha: Breath of Life, Hawai'i

In a Word: Ohana = Family Valentines Day is upon us, and here in Hawaii, nothing reflects love more than OHANA An integral part of Hawaiian culture is the care and nurturing of family, or ohana. From ancient times to the present Hawaiians embrace the opportunity of...

Bure Kalou: Fijian Spirit House: History, Meaning & Cultural Role

by Nina Jones | Dec 27, 2017 | Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji

“Bure Kalou”  A Fijian house of worship, or temple from pre-Christian times This full-scale replica in the Fiji Village at The Polynesian Culture Center on the island of Oahu, Hawaii is the only bure kalou outside of Fiji. Throughout Polynesia, places of...

The Polynesian Cultural Center legacy is all about Ohana (family)

by Mikaele | Nov 21, 2017 | Cultures of Polynesia, Hawai'i

Polynesian Cultural Center ‘ohana [family] Hawaii is famous for its aloha spirit. Many experience the genuine warmth of the local people, to the extent they begin to feel like ‘ohana — family. That definitely happens a lot at the Polynesian Cultural Center. But...
Pani Popo: Samoa’s Irresistible Sticky Coconut Bun Treat

Pani Popo: Samoa’s Irresistible Sticky Coconut Bun Treat

by Guest Blogger | Nov 20, 2017 | Desserts, Eat Polynesia!, Recipes, Samoa

Introducing Pani Popo – a Samoan favorite! Pani Popo, or coconut buns, comes from Samoa and is made from yeast bread and sweetened coconut milk. Many people find it tastes more like glazed donuts, and with basic adjustments, such as substituting grapeseed or...
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