Lūʻau history is steeped in ʻaloha. It is a feast, a celebration, and a connection to the bountiful beauty of Hawaiʻi Hawaii has a rich culture and history whose vibrancy continues to amaze every person lucky enough to study or visit the Islands. One prevalent...
How the International Date Line got all crazy in Polynesia In December of 2011, Samoa and the neighboring island of Tokelau moved the position of the International Date Line, effectively erasing December 31, 2011 from existence. Their purpose was to align the...
Paifala is a terrific recipe for the holidays or everyday, for that matter. It is one of my favorite Polynesian desserts, and luckily, it’s fairly easy, once you figure out how to form beautifully rounded handpies. These handheld pies are a favorite in Samoa,...
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...
The Best Lūʻau on Oʻahu is at the Polynesian Cultural Center In this vast world of differences there are some things that can unite strangers from all walks of life. Marvelous music, delightful dancing, and fabulous food, to name a few. All of which are waiting for...
Looking for the “Do’s and Don’ts” for your upcoming Hawai’i vacation? This article will help you become familiar with local laws and guidelines designed to protect the environment and preserve our natural resources. What not to bring: ...
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