Hawaiian Culture

Wherever your holidays are spent, celebrating the season with delicious dishes is always part of the plan! Why not surprise the family and bring a little island vibe to the table this year? Gift your...

Whether traveling for business, pleasure, or just looking for your next vacation destination, there are some major benefits of extending your getaway to something more! With recent legislation passed in Oahu, zoning laws prohibit entire-home...

Learn about the history and modernization of poke, how to prepare the traditional Hawaiian dish, and key things to know when ordering poke!

Mangos are widely grown as dooryard tree in almost every area of Hawaii. The fruits are mostly eaten fresh, but are easily made into ice cream, sorbets, juices and other delicacies. Try fresh mango, as well as other seasonal local fruits, on your Hawaiian getaway!

Coconut water is popping up everywhere in a variety of commercial beverages. But the original (and a favorite at local Hawaiian farmers' markets) is a fresh green coconut trimmed, opened with a machete, and inserted with a straw to draw out the fresh sweet liquid!

Hawaiian cooking includes a diverse blend of cuisine and culture. Try out some of these Island-style recipes at home, including ahi poke salad, huli huli pineapple chicken, sesame-crusted mahi, ono butter mochi and more!

Dive into the history Pidgin English — considered Hawaii's local language — and how it became recognized as an official language. Then, learn some words and phrases to fit in during your Hawaiian vacation!

Did you know that giving a lei signifies a special occasion or welcoming, but anyone can wear a lei at any time? Learn the history of leis in Hawai'i and why our custom of "aloha" is so important!

When most people think of Hawai‘i, riding a colorful surfboard on a turquoise wave comes to mind. From the rugged and large board carved out of the native Koa wood to the current day polyurethane...

Hawaiʻi, visions of a flawless climate, scenic beaches, dramatic surf, amazing food and the culture. Oh, and the language! Hawaiʻi is the only state to have two official languages, Hawaiian and English. Of course you...