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Uniquely Polynesia: The International Date Line

Uniquely Polynesia: The International Date Line

by Nina S. Jones, Blogger | Dec 27, 2022 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji, Hawai'i, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga

How the International Date Line got all crazy in Polynesia In December of 2011, Samoa and the neighboring island of Tokelau moved the position of the International Date Line, effectively erasing December 31, 2011 from existence. Their purpose was to align the...
Christmas Traditions of Polynesia

Christmas Traditions of Polynesia

by Quinney Suaava, PCC Blogger | Dec 10, 2022 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji, Hawai'i, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga

There are many traditional holidays specific to the culture and history of Polynesia. However, because Christmas is among the most celebrated holidays on the earth, this holiday is also celebrated by many Polynesian families. As we know, Christmas was introduced by...
Cultural Exhibits at the Polynesian Cultural Center: A Tour of the 6 Island Villages

Cultural Exhibits at the Polynesian Cultural Center: A Tour of the 6 Island Villages

by Quinney Suaava | Oct 18, 2022 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji, Hawai'i, Hawai’i Travel Tips, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, Villages

Curious about the cultural exhibits at the Polynesian Cultural Center?    Did you know that each island village has a number of exhibitions on how they constructed their homes and the significance of various objects in their culture?  Our six island villages of...
Coconut Bread recipe from the Tahitian Village at the Polynesian Cultural Center!

Coconut Bread recipe from the Tahitian Village at the Polynesian Cultural Center!

by Nina S. Jones | Oct 4, 2022 | Eat Polynesia!, Recipes, Side Dishes, Tahiti

A cooking exhibit highlighting traditional Tahitian Coconut Bread has been demonstrated in the Tahiti Village at the Polynesian Cultural Center for decades. The ingredients and presentation are simple, the taste is simply amazing. We’ve shared the recipe with our...
Preserving Polynesian Cultures in a Commercial World

Preserving Polynesian Cultures in a Commercial World

by Connor Hansen | Mar 10, 2022 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji, Ha: Breath of Life, Hawai'i, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, Villages

Honoring the cultures of Polynesia  The Polynesian Culture Center is impressive. A quick Google search will prove that the Center is well-noticed, deeply popular, and top-rated – and it is no secret why the Center provides an unforgettable family-friendly experience...
Tahiti: The legend of the Tiare flower

Tahiti: The legend of the Tiare flower

by Nina Jones | May 2, 2020 | Cultures of Polynesia, Kid Friendly, Tahiti

Let me tell you about the magnificent tiare flower. The ma’ohi, more commonly known as Tiare Tahiti, is the favorite flower of the Creation Gods. According to Tahitian legend, the tiare flower was created by Atea, the Oceanic God of Creation with assistance from Tane,...
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