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The History of Hawaii

Hawaii has a long history before it became a U.S. state in 1959. In fact, the island chain was first settled about two centuries ago by Polynesians traveling by canoe from either Tahiti or from the Marquesas Islands. These early settlers brought pigs, dogs, chickens,...

Hawaiian Flowers

It is no wonder why many people vacation in the tropical paradise of Hawaii, known for its extraordinary beauty. Hawaii is home to dozens of exotic plants and animals, including many species of fragrant tropical flowers that have become an immediately recognizable...

A Truly Hawaiian Luau

When visiting Hawaii, don’t miss the chance to attend a luau, where you’ll find a delicious and exotic feast and breathtaking entertainment. Today’s luau menus are quite varied, from traditional luau cuisine to a range of foods from sushi to macaroni salad. While many...

Contemporary Luau Vs. Traditional Luau

Most vacationers in Hawaii visit at least one luau during their stay. Though today there are many commercial luaus throughout the island, this traditional Hawaiian feast actually dates back hundreds of years. In the islands, men and women were once required to eat...

Five Little-Known Hawaiian Foods

When you talk Hawaiian food with just about anyone, you’ll mostly be speaking of pigs or fish. There’s an off chance that a person who has been to Hawaii will have partaken of some poi or other traditional dish, but for the most part not a lot of people have...