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Choosing the Right Shoes for Hawaiian Adventures and Activities
Blogger Sloane Tipton shares that wearing the proper Oahu footwear for the beach, Polynesian Cultural Center, hiking, shopping, etc., is an essential part of your trip to the Islands. Be prepared by wearing the right shoes for your perfect Hawaiian vacation.
Mahalo Ve: One Love, One Gratitude: Meaning, Origins & Cultural Spirit
Mahalo-ve is the ability to surround oneself in gratitude is truly a distinguished quality.
7 Things to Know About Traffic on O‘ahu, Hawaii
Guest blogger Micharl Muir, a student at BYU-Hawaii, gives 7 great tips to help our visitors to navigate Oahu traffic like a pro.
Jeri Galea’i: Dancing with Fire
Introducing the inspiring story of JERI, a 3-part documentary which tells the inspiring story of family, dedication and natural talent in the form of a young woman competing in the 2019 World Fireknife Championship. This docuseries will be presented on two days during this year’s We Are Samoa festivities. Learn more here!
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Atchara – Pickled Green Papaya
Enjoy this spicy Green Papaya Salad from our neighbors in the Philippines that is becoming popular throughout the islands. This recipe was shared by Kezia Mendoza. Many thanks. It's been fun learning how to make this dish - I love it so much, I keep a bottle in my...
The Turtle and the Shark: A Samoan Legend
Samoan legend tells of a blind woman and her daughter who were seeking food and refuge and their transformation into a turtle and a shark.
Maui creates the Islands of Hawaii – a Hawaiian legend
A quick legend on how Maui made the Hawaiian islands
Red Prawns Legend of Vatulele: Myth, Meaning & Fijian Symbolism
Enjoy this Fijian legend, “The Red Prawns of Vatulele” from the Polynesian Cultural Center
The Polynesian Cultural Center leads the way in uncertain times
During this unplanned break, the Polynesian Cultural Center is not sitting back and letting opportunities pass us by. While following the very important social distancing standards established by the Centers of Disease Control (CDC), we are addressing projects that have had to be placed on hold in the past. We are preparing for bigger and better services to you, our ohana.
Iraia Bailey: Language is the essence of culture
“Language is the window that gives you a peek into the world [your ancestors] lived in.”
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