A Cultural Expeditions Primer
A true cultural adventure is for those who want to see, taste, and experience new worlds. It is for travelers who want to stray from well-worn tourist venues and learn first-hand about native customs, folk art, architecture, music, religions, and rituals.
So how do you tell which trips reveal the true heart and soul of a region and which simply lead you to a staged representation of native life or culture? And, how do you immerse yourself in a new culture without becoming a blundering intruder? (more...)
Modernist holiday all Ilikai of Waikiki
The Ilikai is located where the beach of Waikiki meets the Ali Wai Yacht Harbor, in front of the green mountains of Kooalau. The view is spectacular from all sides and the panoramic restaurant at the thirtieth floor is the perfect observation point for watching the sunset in Oahu. The rooms, like the rest of the building, retain the original design of the building, 1964.Hawaii: Interesting Honolulu
Honolulu is not only the tropical paradise seen in many American television, with wide beaches, palm trees and beaten by the wind mild climate. Since it is the only U.S. city located in the Tropics, the only one that hosts a royal palace and can boast a balanced combination of Western influences, Asian and Polynesian, [...]
The traditional Hawaiian culture
The traditional Hawaiian culture and customs of various ethnic groups and immigrants on the islands are an integral part of the social fabric. Hawaii is not just a meeting point between East and West, but a place where cultures converge in a way which is all developed. The revival of traditional Hawaiian culture has led [...]
The greatest navigators in the world
Legend joined both the geological and historical reality. The trip to Tahiti, one that did the Polynesian settlers – the second wave of settlers, more specifically, the first part is half a millennium earlier, from the fifth century of our era, the Marquesas Islands.
The discoveries of archaeologists, linguists and geneticists gradually draw the portrait of [...]
Life and fun night to Honolulu
HONOLULU, the capital of Hawaii, is one of the cities in the world more full of local and nightclubs, so certainly will not leave disappointed lovers of nightlife.
Anna Bannanas – Moiliili 2440 S Beretania St, 96826 – tel: 808 946 5190
Disco near ‘University.
Music: rock / pop / live music
Doris Duke Theater – Sheridan Park
Cinema
Hank’s Cafe [...]
Wedding in Hawaii
Wedding under the palms, a dream that must not remain unfulfilled. Marry in paradise on the islands of Kauai and Maui is a special program of EEST Travel for a wonderful marriage and wonderful honeymoon. Our German, local agency oversees the wedding couples both in the official gear needed before the wedding, as well [...]
Hawaii Restaurants
The Hawaiian Islands are home to some of the best restaurants in the Pacific serving culinary delights from a wide variety of cuisines. We have reservation agreements with restaurants which in our view provide a dining experience that ranges from very good to outstanding.
Amongst many things Hawaii is known for its pineapples, which in many [...]
HAWAII HEALING GARDEN FESTIVAL
Place: 82-6188 Mamalahoa Hwy, Captain Cook, HI 96704, 808-638-0888
Date: 11/1/2008 through 11/6/2008
A statewide celebration of multi-cultural medicinal and nutritional plants of Hawaii. Polynesian, Hawaiian, Ayurvedic, Chinese, Filipino, cultural practitioners and ethno-botanists, will share their knowledge of Hawaii’s rich botanical treasures. Featuring lectures, tours, workshops, adult and children’s programs, a Healing Arts Fair and cultural entertainment.The [...]
Hawaiian culture
Hawaii is a tropical paradise that is more than just unpolluted beaches, breathtaking sunsets, high waterfalls and reefs populated by colorful fish. Anyone who’s been here knows that Hawaii is different, unique, special and unforgettable. What separates these islands from the rest of the world? A culture full of fascinating customs, music (music), legends (legends), [...]