Educational Activities

Take advantage of the educational activities offered from any of our tours, and discover the history, people, and legends of Hawaii. Learn more about the early settlers from the Marquesas and Tahitian Islands, and how the Polynesians began to take up residence in Hawaii. Culture is embedded throughout the traditions of the Hawaiian luau, and numerous shows at the Polynesian Culture Center, such as Horizons: Where the Sea Meets the Sky, and the Canoe Pageant. Many opportunities await those who wish to learn of Hawaii.

The Hawaiian Luau

There's no better way to celebrate and enjoy a little of Hawaii's culture than by going to an authentic Hawaiian luau. Literally meaning ''Hawaiian feast,'' luaus are full of fun, food, family, and friends. Don't forget about the entertainment - music, hula dancing, and more. You can spend time with family and friends, eat traditional Hawaiian food, and most of all have a relaxing time. A luau is a great way to spend those beautiful Hawaiian nights. Memories are waiting to be made at one of these great Hawaiian celebrations. The most popular Luau vendors include the Polynesian Cultural Center, Paradise Cove, and Germaines Luaus. It doesn't matter which island you are staying on. We have Luaus in Ohau, Maui, Kaui, and the Big Island.

Luau Dining Choices

There are many delicious luau dining choices. Traditional foods include poi, opihi, poke, lomi salmon, kalua pig, and haupia. You can choose from either poi or poke, which is a raw fish salad served as an appetizer. The main course of luau dining is roasted pork, also called kalua pig, with a side dish of lomilomi salmon, a form of raw fish served with fresh tomato and hot red chili peppers. The pork is cooked in an imu, or underground oven, which helps seal the flavor. The dessert of the luau is haupia, which is made from coconut milk in the form of pudding or gelatin.