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Ancient Hawaiian Village

· Thursday, October 27th, 2016

Kahua o Kaneiolouma – an Ancient Hawaiian Village

If you’ve been to Poipu recently, you’ve probably noticed the restoration project underway near Poipu Beach Park. The Kāneiolouma Complex in Poʻipū, Kauaʻi, is an important part of the Hawaiian cultural renaissance. Until recently this site remained over grown and a complete mystery. Now the ancient village is being brought back to life!

The 13 acre complex contains numerous habitation, cultivation, sporting, assembly, and religious structures dating to at least the mid-1400’s. Kāneiolouma is wahi pana, a storied place. It is considered sacred to the Hawaiian culture as well as an important historic landmark for the residents of Kauaʻi. Within the complex, an intricate system of walls and terraces trace the architecture of an ancient way of life. Remnants of house sites, fishponds, taro fields, above ground irrigation channels, shrines, altars, and idol sites lie relatively undisturbed near the scene of epic battles and legends in history spanning a millennium. Near its center, the complex contains what may be the only intact Makahiki sporting arena in the state. The site also contains the sacred spring of Waiohai.

We encourage you to learn more about the Kaneiolouma Project or to donate, visit the Kaneiolouma Project website If you are visiting the island, please do take a moment to drive by and visit the viewing platform and new Interpretive Signs located on Poipu Road. At this time the interior of the Heiau remains closed for reconstruction.

Information provided by friends of Kahua o Kaneiolouma

Hawaiian Slack Key & Ukulele Concert

Posted by Shelah Jean Abubo

· Friday, February 23rd, 2018

KAUAI EVENTS: Feb. 27, 2018-
Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar & ukulele concert featuring songs & stories telling its history. Gift Drawing. Family Friendly. Tickets $25 ($20 Ages 13-19 & 50+; $10 Ages 6-12). Audience rating 18+ yrs is 99.3% “Excellent, Highlight of our trip!”.

This concert will ‘Tune your world to Aloha’! Award winning concert artists Doug & Sandy McMaster have 11 CDs to perpetuate the knowledge and experience of the endangered artform of traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele. Guided by the kupuna (elders), they have dedicated their lives to continuing the family tradition of slack key music.

#1 BEST LIVE SHOW – 2017 Hawaii Magazine Readers’ Choice.

2017 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

“Awesome music & talent!” – Kathy

“Soothing to the soul and spirit.” – David & Dianne

“To really feel Hawaii, you must hear slack key. It embodies Aloha!” – Bill

“Touched my heart and filled me with Aloha.” – John

The Princeville community center is easy to find at 4334 Emmalani Drive in Princeville, Kauai. Turning into Princeville community, take the roundabout around and turn right on Emmalani Drive. The center is the first on your right and is located right next to Prince Albert Park. The concert is held in the Aloha Room.

Tickets and information at www.McMasterSlackKey.com/liveshows.html or call (808) 826-1469

Accessible and Family Friendly Facility: This facility is family friendly with nice grassy area, playground, and park for parents to take restless children during the concert and intermission. Birds in the trees around the center contribute to sweet slack key serenade and tradewinds flow through the windows and doors around the center.

Hula of Hawaii

Posted by Jean & Abbott

· Tuesday, September 20th, 2016

What is Hula?

Hula is a uniquely Hawaiian dance accompanied by chant or song that preserves and perpetuates the stories, traditions and culture of Hawaii. Hawaiian legends tell stories of hula beginning on the islands of Molokai and Kauai. Today, this enchanting art form has become a worldwide symbol of Hawaiian culture and the beauty of Hawaii’s people. The popularity of hula has spread to the U.S. mainland, Japan and even Europe.

There are many types and styles of hula. Hula auana (modern hula) is danced to western influenced music and features a more modern and fluid style. This is the most familiar type of hula to visitors. Hula kahiko (ancient hula) is danced to dramatic chants and percussion with more traditional costumes.

Where can I see hula?

You can see authentic hula throughout the islands at seasonal festivals and competitions as well as live performances at hotels and resorts. The Merrie Monarch Festival (March – April) held in Hilo on Hawaii, the Big Island is the world’s premier hula competition, but tickets can be tough to get. Other outstanding hula events are held throughout the year in Hawaii. The Prince Lot Hula Festival (July), as well as the Kauai Mokihana Festival(September) on Kauai also feature authentic hula. Molokai, which is especially proud of its hula traditions, celebrates the hula every May at the Molokai Ka Hula Piko Festival.

A luau is another fun and festive place to watch the hula and learn about Hawaiian and Polynesian culture. Fantastic luau venues can be found throughout the islands like the Aulii luau at the Sheraton Kauai, the Paradise Cove Luau or the Alii Luau at the Polynesian Cultural Center on Oahu, and the Old Lahaina Luau on Maui, to name a few.

Where can I learn hula?

Hula is traditionally taught by a kumu hula (hula teacher) in a hula halau (hula school). Visitors can get a free lesson at places like the Royal Hawaiian Center or the Waikiki Beach Walk on Oahu. If you’re brave enough, some luau shows even let you take the stage to show off your new hula skills.

To learn more about hula, browse the links below:
> Hula of Molokai
> Hula of Kauai
> Hula of Hawaii’s Big Island
> Luau of Oahu
> Luau of Maui
> Stories of Hawaii, The Hula of Kauai

Article provided by Go Hawaii and the Hawaii Tourism Authority

Magical Hanalei Bay

Posted by Shelah Jean Abubo

· Wednesday, October 26th, 2016

West of Princeville, on Kauai’s North shore, is peaceful Hanalei Town. Graced with timeless beauty, this lovely small town is home to everything from historic places to contemporary art galleries. Hanalei is an unforgettable stop on your visit to Kauai.

Visit the Waioli Mission House and step back into Kauai’s history. Browse Hanalei’s art galleries for made in Kauai art and carvings made from rare, native Hawaiian woods. Locals and visitors come to Hanalei for ukulele concerts held at the Hanalei Community Center, a regular Kauai event.

At the foot of Hanalei’s misty green mountains you’ll also discover fields of taro (“kalo” in Hawaiian). These heart-shaped plants grow intensely green in flooded patches and are used to make poi, a Hawaiian staple starch that you can taste at any Kauai luau. You can get a good view of this emerald quilt of land from the Hanalei Valley Lookout. Note that these taro farms are on private property, so only step foot on them during an authorized farm tour.

The historic Hanalei Pier was built in 1892 and has long been a favorite gathering place for local residents who go there to fish, swim and play music on Hanalei Bay. In 1957, the pier became world famous when Oscar Hammerstein II and 20th Century Fox featured the pier in the classic film, “South Pacific.” After a busy day of soaking up Hanalei Town’s history and charm, kick back, relax and watch a luminous sunset over Hanalei Bay.

Information provided by GoHawaii.com

National Geographic Travel- Kauai is #1!

Posted by Jean & Abbott

· Wednesday, November 23rd, 2016

Kauai has been recently named #1 for ‘Best Trips 2017’ by National Geographic Travel! Gotta check out the incredible article… the garden isle continues to make us so proud!

“No-filter Kauai stole the show in the Jurassic movies and more than 60 other feature films. The island’s ubiquitous aerial tours do deliver jaw-dropping views of the towering Na Pali Coast sea cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and other blockbuster locations. But plunging deep into the Garden Island’s wild side requires hitting a trail. Marked hiking paths lead onto the floor of Waimea Canyon, through the shallow bogs of Alakai Swamp, and across unbelievably lush landscapes. One newer route, the five-mile Wai Koa Loop Trail, passes through North America’s largest mahogany forest. For off-the-beaten-path treks, go with a local, says Hike Kaua’i With Me owner Eric Rohlffs. “A guide can take you to less traveled spots while keeping you safe, and educating you on all things Hawaii, such as identifying instead of trampling plants found nowhere else.”

— MARYELLEN KENNEDY DUCKETT

Read the National Geographic Travel article here.

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