Hawaiian Luau Food

Nov 7, 2026

Hawaiian Luau Food FROM SWEET BREAD TO KALUA PIG The heart-pounding music, the mesmerizing dances, and the fragrant leis—luaus offer heaps of enchantment. But amidst all the beauty the best ones offer—from Hawaiian chanting to Samoan fire dancing—one can forget the...

5 Best Maui Luaus

Oct 1, 2026

What Is A Luau? At its core, a lūʻau is a celebration- born from a traditional Hawaiian meal held to mark a significant life event or achievement. However, unlike luaus today, these gatherings were once segregated by class and gender. That changed in 1819 when King...

Luau History

May 1, 2026

LUAU HISTORY ORIGINS • TRADITIONS• CELEBRATION While modern Hawaiian luaus are held daily throughout the islands as a way to bring both visitors and residents together in a celebratory feast under the stars, featuring common entertainment like live music, hula...

Merrie Monarch on Maui

Jun 13, 2024

Behind the Curtain: A Journey Through Hula at Fairmont Kea Lani As a Maui resident deeply connected to the art of hula and the spirit of Merrie Monarch, I had high expectations for the Fairmont Kea Lani’s event, “Behind the Curtain: A Journey Through...

Hawaiian Canoe Crops

Jan 1, 2024

HAWAIIAN CANOE CROPS What Polynesian Settlers Brought To Hawaii Hawaiian Canoe Crops This Hawaiian Canoe Crops collection features many useful plants that the Polynesian settlers brought to Hawaiʻi in their voyaging canoes when they migrated here approximately 2,000...

Old Lahaina Luau Fire Updates

Oct 26, 2023

OLD LAHAINA LUAU Fire Updates Old Lahaina Luau – Fire Updates Old Lahaina Luau officially reopened in March 2024. Old Lahaina Luau holds a special place in the hearts of many. Not only is this luau heralded as Maui’s most authentic, but it’s also one of the island’s...