Most people don’t think about visiting museums when coming to Hawaii. But if you’re a history buff wanting to learn more about the culture and military influence on the islands, then this post is for you. U.S. Army Museum at Ft. DeRussy We’ll start in Waikiki with the U.S. Army Museum located at Fort DeRussy.… [read more]
Chinese New Year Hawaii
It’s February. And that means Chinese New Year. Hawaii celebrates a number of holidays and events throughout the year, and Chinese New Year is no different. You can expect to see entertainment, food, a parade, and plenty of action going on in Chinatown. History & Traditions The Chinese hold a pretty dominant place in Hawaii,… [read more]
History of the Hula
Hula is a Polynesian Dance dating back many many centuries before Hawaii was even known. It was Captain Cook who discovered the islands in 1778. And even then, the natives had been performing the hula centuries before. Ancient Hula The Polynesians pay tribute to Laka, the Goddess of Hula, who gave birth to the dance.… [read more]
Waikiki September Events 2017
Summer is almost over. But that doesn’t mean all the fun events on the island are over. We got some cool stuff happening in September. Following are the highlights of what’s going on. Okinawan Festival Kapiolani Park September 2-3, begins at 9am One of the largest festivals in Hawaii is the Okinawan Festival. It made… [read more]
Malasada Comes to Hawaii
What is a Malasada? If you’re in Hawaii you must try a malasada. It’s one of those favorite treats among the Hawaiians that’s hard to find anywhere else. A malasada is a fried doughnut with no hole. It’s golden brown and flaky on the outside generously covered with sugar. The inside is fluffy and warm.… [read more]
