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Understanding the International Date Line

Understanding the International Date Line

by Nina S. Jones, Blogger | Dec 27, 2022 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji, Hawai'i, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga

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...
Cultural Exhibits at PCC: Highlights, History & Significance

Cultural Exhibits at PCC: Highlights, History & Significance

by Quinney Suaava | Oct 18, 2022 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji, Hawai'i, Hawai’i Travel Tips, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, Villages

Curious about the cultural exhibits at the Polynesian Cultural Center?    Did you know that each island village has a number of exhibitions on how they constructed their homes and the significance of various objects in their culture?  Our six island villages of...
Ultimate Guide to Visiting the Polynesian Cultural Center

Ultimate Guide to Visiting the Polynesian Cultural Center

by Charlebois Harley | Aug 9, 2022 | Hawai’i Travel Tips

  We are very pleased to share the Ultimate Guide to Visiting the Polynesian Cultural Center. This detailed blog, written by Travel Blogger Harley Charlebois, provides a great overview of the packages available, things to see and activities to participate in...
Mahalo Ve: One Love, One Gratitude: Meaning, Origins & Cultural Spirit

Mahalo Ve: One Love, One Gratitude: Meaning, Origins & Cultural Spirit

by John Paolo Asetre | May 6, 2022 | Cultures of Polynesia

Mahalo is a famous Hawaiian word which means “thank you”, or to express gratitude. This is one of the common greetings, rather like “aloha”, used in everyday life in the Hawaiian culture. People usually say this after a kind gesture or a positive experience such as...
Discover the Top 10 North Shore Adventures in Oahu

Discover the Top 10 North Shore Adventures in Oahu

by Nina Jones | Apr 4, 2022 | Hawai’i Travel Tips, Things to Do

We are excited to present our list of the Top 10 North Shore Adventures on the Island of O‘ahu! Are you ready to go beyond the big city of Honolulu and experience paradise at its’ most beautiful? This guide will lead you through a range of unforgettable...
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