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History of the Luau

History of the Luau
What Is The History of the Hawaiian Luau? Getting together to feast and celebrate has always been a part of many cultures, but the Polynesians, especially Hawaiians, have evolved these wonderful times into a truly unique cultural experience. The luau dates back thousands and thousands of years ago. Hawaiians called their important feasts an 'aha'aina…
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10 Reasons Everyone Wants To Visit Hawaii

10 Reasons Everyone Wants To Visit Hawaii
Why Everyone Loves Hawaii There's certainly no denying that Hawaii has a special charm. Here are 10 reasons that make is a place everyone wants to visit: 1) Amazing weather year-round. The lowest average temperature is 63F and the highest average is 79F. 2) English is the main language. English is THE language of travel,…
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Makahiki – Hawaiian New Year Festival

Makahiki – Hawaiian New Year Festival
Aloha and Hau'oli Makahiki Hou (Happy New Year)! In the Hawaiian language, the word Makahiki means "year" as well as the change from harvest time to the beginning of the agricultural season. The Makahiki season was the ancient Hawaiian New Year festival, in honor of the god Lono (associated with agriculture, fertility, rainfall, music and peace). It was a holiday…
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The Mai Tai – Know Where It Came From?

The Mai Tai – Know Where It Came From?
The Mai Tai - An Iconic Drink A Mai Tai. What do you think of? Probably a beach vacation, tiki huts, and Hawaiian culture. Everyone knows the name -- the Mai Tai has become an iconic tropical drink. But believe it or not, the alcoholic beverage wasn’t actually invented in Hawaii or even in Tahiti…
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