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Waikiki is perhaps the most famous beach in the Hawaiian islands. Each year, thousands of tourists from all over the world flock to this stretch of beautiful white sand and clear blue waters. Most people plan to spend at least a couple of days sitting at the beach when planning...
Tiki Signs are more than just wooden boards that announce the name of a Tiki bar, surf shop or some other establishment, they are real works of art that depict various Polynesian flora, fauna and other symbols. Tiki Signs convey the Polynesian lifestyle and provide an authentic Polynesian feel to...
Polynesian music is a fun and vibrant musical style originating from the Polynesian islands of the South Pacific. The sounds of this ancient culture have begun to find their way into modern music, reflected by the tiki craze of the 1950s and 1960s and even in today's pop culture. Even...
So youve become a Tiki fan after your visit to the local Tiki bar. Now you want your own place to have that Tiki feel exotic and unique ambiance that conveys warmth and excitement. You want to be surrounded by authentic-looking Tiki artifacts: statues, totem poles, masks, mugs and everything...
The Polynesian country of Tahiti is famous for its food. While in Tahiti, the best way to experience its culture is through its food. Because Tahiti was isolated from outside influences until only two to three hundred years ago, its cuisine is some of the most unique in the world,...
If you want to plan a tropical vacation off the beaten path, consider Fiji. There are over 300 separate islands in this chain in the Southwest Pacific, though only about 100 are inhabited, leaving plenty of room for exploration during your stay. Most of Fijis population lives on the islands...
Hawaii is officially known as the Aloha State, and undoubtedly travelers to the islands will soon learn the meaning of aloha. This is perhaps the most famous word in the Hawaiian language, although its meaning is not well understood by many visitors. Aloha has many different meanings in the culture...
Hawaii is famous for it beautiful and exotic flowers, most of all orchids. Orchids are used for dressing up a drink, decorating a tropical-themed room, or even making a lei. Orchid designs are often found on Hawaiian shirts and other souvenirs of Hawaii. In native Hawaiian culture, orchids are a...
Hei-Tiki are traditional figural necklaces worn by the Maori people of New Zealand. There are many theories regarding the history or legend of these pendants, which are often regarded as good luck charms or symbols of fertility. In New Zealand, the hei-tiki figures are typically carved from green stone, such...
Tahiti is a beautiful island in French Polynesia, located in the southern Pacific Ocean. With a year-round population of 180,000, Tahiti is one of the world's top vacation destinations. Most residents live along the coastline; the interior of the island is almost completely uninhabited, with many areas accessible only by...
