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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...
Christmas Comes to the Hukilau Marketplace!
How do you say Merry Christmas in Hawaiian? In Lāʻie, you come to the Hukilau Marketplace and join the party!
Awards to Polynesian Cultural Center
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The Polynesian Cultural Center was awarded USA Today’s Reader’s Choice Award 2024 for 1st Place in “Best Family Attraction in Hawaiʻi.”
Moanikeala Hula Festival 2024
It’s not often Iosepa is moved out of its berth to make way for other things, but on October 5, 2024, that happened. The occasion was the 33rd Annual Moanikeala Hula Festival. Our Hawaiian Village transformed into a full-on performance space, complete with a beautiful...
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Good Food Near Me: Oahu Edition
On Oahu, the definition of “good food” can vary widely. You may be searching for the trendiest, upscale, exclusive dining room, a nice sit-down restaurant for the family, or maybe one of hundreds of food trucks on the island (many of which sell legendarily great food). In narrowing down the choices, weʻre offering eight that we think will hit the spot for a lot of people.
Join the Polynesian Cultural Center Ohana Club for Event Savings
Benefits to residents of the North Shore of Oahu as they become new resident members of the Polynesian Cultural Centerʻs Ohana Club, including discounts and special events.
2024 Luʻau Comparison
A table comparing the luʻaus available on Oʻahu, including their luʻau packages, costs, locations, added amenities, and whether or not there is bus service.
Crowning Traditions: Fijian Hairstyle: A Legacy of Identity Carried through Generations
“Afro” is how the world knows it, but in my island home, this hairstyle is a symbol of our identity that has been passed down through generations. We call the hairdo buiniga.
The Return of “Huki: A Canoe Celebration”
After 4 years of anticipation, the Polynesian Cultural Center launched Huki: A Canoe Celebration once again on August 9, 2024. From the moment the guests arrive at the south lagoon, they are greeted with an immersive pre-show experience that sets the stage for the...
Huki Is Back: Crafting Costumes for the Long-awaited Return
As the saying goes, “It takes a village to raise a child,” and this couldn’t be truer for the making of the Huki costumes. At the heart of this creative journey is Jesse Allred, the seamstress supervisor at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Despite having no formal...
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