Princess Kaiulani at Ainahau in Waikiki

By Aloha | Oct 22, 2009 |

With the recent release of the fictional biography Barbarian Princess, controversy surrounding the legacy of Princess Victoria Kaiulani has swirled in Hawaii. Many groups have taken issue with aspects of the film ranging historical inaccuracies about the time surrounding the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy, its depiction of Hawaiian leadership as ineffectual, and even the…

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7 Things to Learn About the Duke Kahanamoku Statue

By AlohaBruce | Jun 4, 2009 |

You can’t visit Waikiki without seeing the Duke Kahanamoku Statue. This festive and welcoming sculpture stands tall at the shores of Waikiki, honoring the famous Hawaiian who rose to fame as a swimmer, a surfer, and the Ambassador of Aloha.  But there’s more to this statue than meets the eye. Here are 7 things you…

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You Won’t Get a Curse If You Bring These Back From Hawaii

By AlohaBruce | May 19, 2009 |

If you’re planning a trip to Hawaii, you should really think about bringing something unique back to remember your trip. In previous posts we’ve discussed what not to bring back as keepsakes such as lava rock or black sand from any of the beaches (strictly forbidden and brings bad luck). So let’s talk about something…

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