Hawaii MayDay: A Celebration of Lei and Aloha

By AlohaBruce | May 1, 2012 |

Have you ever heard of Hawaii Mayday (or May Day)? This is a day celebrating the custom of giving and receiving lei. It occurs each year on May 1 and is honored at schools, parks, and businesses.  Today, we’re sharing all about Hawaii Mayday and how you can celebrate it, whether you’re here in the…

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The Hawaiian Lei — A Custom of Aloha

By Aloha_Admin | Mar 5, 2008 |

One of the great things about visiting Hawaii is that someone will give you a flower lei. They smell nice and are beautiful, but do you know where the tradition comes from? What is the significance of receiving a Hawaiian Lei? Navigating to a new world In the age-old days, when the vastness of the…

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