Tahitian Black Pearls

I don’t know if many of you out there are into Tahitian black pearls.  But I am.  Not for me, of course.  I don’t wear them, though I know of men that do wear them.  I love buying them for my wife, mothers, sisters, daughters and daughter-in-laws.  My wife actually...
Watermelon ‘Otai Recipe

Watermelon ‘Otai Recipe

‘Otai (pronounced OH – tie) is a refreshing summer drink that doubles as the perfect end to a summer barbecue or any summer gathering. It has its roots in Polynesia where Tongans, Samoans, Hawaiians and Fijians, to name a few, would enjoy this yummy...

Living in Lāʻie Hawaii: Where Old Hawaii Lives On

‘Old Hawaii’ Lives Again in Lāʻie  By Joe Kukura The most up-and-coming town in Hawaii is not even a town. It’s a little sweet spot called Lāʻie (pronounced “lah-ee-yay”), a culturally rich coastal community in the North Shore of Oahu. Oahu is that...

Planning a Trip to Hawaii on a Budget

Tips for Doing Hawaii on a Budget  By Joe Kukura Hawaii is rich with exotic culture and beauty, and you don’t need to be rich to enjoy it all. For all of the talk of Hawaii as an expensive place to visit, the reality is that any smart vacationer can find affordable...

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...