Christmas in Polynesia: Mele and Iosepa

Mele and Iosepa’s First Christmas: Introductions  Christmas is a special time on the islands. We not only celebrate the joy and magic of the season, we know how to have fun! As a special holiday gift, we have prepared our own Christmas tale. Iosepa is our brave,...

Welcome to Fiji!

    “Bula Vinaka” and welcome to Fiji! This phrase means more than simple hello or greeting, and the speaker proclaims “good health” or “good life” to the hearer. The approximate 330 inhabitable islands of Fiji are spread out over more than a million square...
Traditional Fijian Meke Dance

Traditional Fijian Meke Dance

When I first saw a Fijian dance at the Polynesian Cultural Center, I thought I would fall asleep. But each time I saw their performance, my appreciation grew for their songs, derua, and dances. I also grew to love the Fijian people. They are so giving, friendly, and...

Colorful Canoe Pageant Honors Polynesian Legacy

From its very beginning in 1963, the Polynesian Cultural Center has featured traditional canoes and, soon after opening, launched a canoe pageant that remains an important part of our daily program. The canoes and pageant not only pay tribute to the islanders’ ancient...

Christmas in Polynesia: Mele and Iosepa

  Episode #7  Sending You Our Holiday Greetings!     Episode #6 “SILENT NIGHT” A Tender Moment of Christmas Love and Joy with Mele and Iosepa Marau na Kerisimasi!  (Merry Christmas – Fiji) Episode #5 “Mele Lets Out Her Inner...