The Hawaiian Imu: A Timeless Tradition of Cooking and Community
Come Thanksgiving morning on the Windward side of Oahu you’re sure to pick up the unmistakable smokey scent of imu in the air as families and communities come together to unearth their holiday cooking done Hawaiian style. The spirit of a communal shared feast blends perfectly with the communal aspects necessary to build and cook […]
Oahu Cultural Visit: A Guide to Cultural Experiences on the Island
Experience the Aloha Spirit on Oahu
An Insiders Guide to Camping on Oahu
A few things to know so you can be well-prepared for your Oahu campout The avid outdoorsman loves to explore the beauty of Hawaii year-round, spending weekends camping in the outdoors near their favorite beaches. Yet, camping on Oahu is a different experience than the woodsy locations we frequented in the remote forests of my […]
Hiking Makiki Valley Loop Trail: A Full Family Perspective
Practically every day in Hawaii is good for being outdoors with endless places of beauty to explore. Overwhelmed by modern life’s addiction to screens and technology we made a commitment as parents to get our family out into nature every chance possible. We realized that the variety of ages and opinions in our family could […]
Local Flora: Exploring Hawaiʻi through Nature
Hawaiian culture has based itself off of the surrounding nature – integrating it into its food, crafts, and even religion. Prior to western colonization, kānaka maoli (native Hawaiians) thrived off the ʻāina for generations, constantly maintaining a colorful and healthy environment. One of the largest aspects of such are the extensive native plants in Hawaii […]
The Lei: A Symbol of Aloha
A Cultural Tradition Signifying Welcome, Aloha, and Celebration Lei are an iconic part of Hawaiian culture. They are largely recognizable adornments that have made waves across the seas – but what are the origins the iconic symbol, and what does they really represent? The History of the Lei Lei were created by Polynesian voyagers that […]
6 Reasons Why You Might Choose NOT to Visit Oahu
For those considering where to spend their hard-earned money on a vacation in paradise you may want to consider taking your money elsewhere. A destination dreamed about by the world-over for decades, Oahu may not be the paradise you’re expecting. Here’s a few reasons why you might choose to NOT visit Oahu. 2. High cost […]
Ancient Hawaiian Fishponds: A Unique & Sustainable Way to Farm Fish
Ancient Hawaiians were masters of aquaculture, and they built a vast network of fishponds throughout the Hawaiian Islands. These fishponds, called loko i’a, were used to raise fish for food and trade. In fact, there were once over 500 fishponds spread throughout the islands providing communities with aqua-cultured seafood. They were also an important part […]
Discover Hawai’i’s History Through Sculpture
Cheryl Soon releases her new book documenting the stories of Oahu’s sculptures Reflections in Stone & Bronze: Exploring Hawai’i’s History & Culture Through Sculpture Statues, these silent sentinels actually have much more to share than may meet the eye at a glance. If we stop to consider the people they depict and why they […]
What is Kalo? The Sacred Hawaiian Root Vegetable
A Brief History on Kalo, Also Known as Taro One of the earliest and most well-known plants utilized by the early Hawaiians was kalo, often referred to as taro. It originated in India between 500 and 100 B.C and ultimately made its way to Hawaii, where it became a staple of native diets. Due to […]
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