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Kalo (Taro): The Root of Hawaiian Culture
Understanding what it takes to allow kalo to grow and flourish can help us realize that people need the same conditions.
Your Guide to a Multi-Day Adventure at the Polynesian Cultural Center
Some might wonder why anyone would want to spend three whole days at the Center. Others have realized that to make the most of their family visits, three days might just be long enough.
Voyaging this May: Iosepa 2025
Voyaging this May, the Iosepa tells a story of generational power, respect, and reverence. This magnificent 57-foot double-hulled canoe is ready to set sail. Months of preparation brought us to this day. The melody of the mele (song / chant sung at the beginning of...
The Polynesian Cultural Center Is: One ‘Ohana, Sharing Aloha
To embrace the inclusion that Polynesian people offer, visitors should be willing to show their mutual willingness to respect all aspects of the island environment.
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International Food Trucks on the North Shore
Previously, we shared eight great places to grab a full-blown meal, a snack, or some refreshing cold drinks at Hukilau Marketplace. Now it’s time for the rest!
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
Looking for Things to do in Hawaiʻi?
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...
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.
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