Choosing a ukulele? Here’s what you need to know

Choosing a ukulele? Here’s what you need to know

Ukuleles of various size and pricing are available at the Polynesian Cultural Center. We find many people seeking advice on choosing their ukulele.  For those of you who can’t come personally, our online outlet, The Hawaii Store, also provides many options. To help...
We Are Samoa Festival 2018

We Are Samoa Festival 2018

Pacific Theater sold out Hundreds of students from the Polynesian clubs at five public high schools on Oahu — joined by dozens of students from other high schools — and an amalgam of students from various private high schools participated in the annual We Are Samoa...
The “new” Polynesian Cultural Center

The “new” Polynesian Cultural Center

…or rather, the re-new-ed PCC The Polynesian Cultural Center has been open now for 55 years, and in addition to its age and the routine wear-and-tear from working with many millions of visitors, Hawaii’s beautiful natural environment can also wreak havoc on the...

In a Word: Ohana means family

In a Word: Ohana = Family Valentines Day is upon us, and here in Hawaii, nothing reflects love more than OHANA An integral part of Hawaiian culture is the care and nurturing of family, or ohana. From ancient times to the present Hawaiians embrace the opportunity of...