Culture & History

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What is an imu ceremony at a luau?

As you're trying to choose a luau, you'll probably come across the term imu ceremony.  You may be wondering what…

December 28, 2023
  • Culture & History

Hawaiian Music Q&A with Mountain Apple Records Executive Leah Bernstein

Today, I have a real treat to share with you. I've recently had the honor of a Q&A session with…

March 21, 2011
  • Culture & History

The Shaka Sign

When you visit Hawaii, I hope you'll get a shaka directed towards you.  Why?  This hand signal is a kind…

March 11, 2009
  • Culture & History
  • Oahu
  • Oahu See & Do

Oahu’s Largest Heiau (Hawaiian Temple) Puu O Mahuka

Oahu's largest heiau,a Hawaiian religious temple, is Puu O Mahuka. You'll find this temple perched on a hill overlooking Waimea…

July 29, 2013
  • Culture & History
  • Volcano

Pahoehoe and A’a Lava

There are two distinct types of hardened lava you'll likely see in Hawaii - pahoehoe and a'a.  These are Hawaiian…

December 6, 2022
  • Culture & History
  • Tips & Tricks

Hawaiian Music Radio – Listen Free Online

Here's a post for your listening pleasure. :-) I've been listening to Mountain Apple Radio online. It's completely free and…

April 13, 2011
  • Big Island
  • Culture & History
  • Oahu

June 11th is King Kamehameha Day in Hawaii

June 11th is King Kamehameha Day in Hawaii. Who was this honored Hawaiian king? His biggest claim to fame was…

May 27, 2014
  • Culture & History

What Inspires the Aloha (Hawaiian) Shirt Designs?

Here's a really neat, two-minute video featuring Hilo's Sig Zane. He's a well known Aloha (Hawaiian print) shirt designer. In…

March 11, 2009
  • Culture & History

Excellent Lei Day Video from Beach Walks

I love this Lei Day video from Beach Walks.  Mahalo to Rox and Shane for taking us to Oahu on…

March 11, 2009
  • Culture & History
  • Oahu

A Celebration of Spam – 6th Annual Waikiki Spam Jam

If you find yourself in Waikiki on Saturday, May 3rd, head over to Kalakaua Avenue and you'll find a fun…

March 11, 2009