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13 Best Beaches in North Shore Oahu
The beaches along the North Shore of Oahu are what dreams are made of. Sand, waves, tropical trees swaying in the breeze and a magical mix of colorful sea life and majestic turtles. What you may not know, however, is how distinctly unique each beach is. Want to learn to surf? Castles might be your best spot. Want to see world class surfing? Then it’s Bonzai Pipeline all the way, baby! Read more to find the perfect beach for your vacation.
Polynesian Cultural Center showcases Cook Islanders
The Polynesian Cultural Center will showcase a group of 17 performers and cultural leaders from the Cook Islands for a six-week run from July 17-August 24, 2017.
PCC manager William Mahoni, who has been coordinating the group’s appearance at the Center, said, “We have had a few small groups and special visitors from the Cook Islands over the years, but this will be the first time we will have a group stay for six weeks. We’re excited.”
PCC Samoan Fire Knives vs. Batons
A former majorette, Sue Ann Long and Polynesian Cultural Center Samoan cultural ambassador Kap Te’o-Tafiti compare twirling batons and spinning fire knives.
Special artisans at PCC’s Te Manahua 2017 festival
The Polynesian Cultural Center’s Aotearoa Village has invited an amazing slate of special artisans from New Zealand to our biannual Te Manahua Festival. The event will be held
in the PCC’s Aotearoa Village from July 13-15, 2017.
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New Zealand Fish n’ Chips
According to Teara, The Encyclopedia of New Zealand, "...the staple takeaway meal in New Zealand, fish and chips, has been popular for decades. The fish is usually elephant fish, blue warehou, red cod, or shark species. They are sold generically as ‘fish’ on the...
How Four Oahu Natives Went on to Change the World
How Four Small-Town Oahu Natives Went on to Change the World By Joe Kukura The quiet, little town of Laie sits on the northern shores of Oahu, far from the hustle and bustle of Honolulu. With only about a dozen roads, Laie has traditionally been a classic example of...
Explore Authentic Polynesian Food in Hawaii
Take a Bite From the Past: Explore Authentic Polynesian Food in Hawaii By Whitney Butler There are few food scenes as prolific and fascinating as that of the Polynesian islands. The term “melting pot” aptly describes Hawaii’s culinary history, with a rich legacy of...
Polynesian Football Hall of Fame
Polynesian Football Hall of Fame Opens in Oahu By Joe Kukura The world is discovering what Polynesians already...
Guests enjoy July 4th at Hukilau Marketplace
Guests filled the Polynesian Cultural Center’s new Hukilau Marketplace on July 4th to add a bit of extra island fun to this quintessential U.S. holiday. Features included a hot dog eating contest, a watermelon eating contest, barbecue cook-off contest, a side-walk...
What’s Happening in Laie in July?
Polynesian Cultural Center and Laie Community News Polynesian Football Hall of Fame announces new category The Polynesian Football Hall of Fame, which has partnered with the Polynesian Cultural Center in showcasing the organization’s permanent exhibit gallery near...
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