Waikiki is perhaps the most famous beach in the Hawaiian islands. Each year, thousands of tourists from all over the world flock to this stretch of beautiful white sand and clear blue waters. Most people plan to spend at least a couple of days sitting at the beach when planning their Hawaiian vacation. The temperature […]

Tiki Signs are more than just wooden boards that announce the name of a Tiki bar, surf shop or some other establishment, they are real works of art that depict various Polynesian flora, fauna and other symbols. Tiki Signs convey the Polynesian lifestyle and provide an authentic Polynesian feel to any indoor or outdoor living […]

Polynesian music is a fun and vibrant musical style originating from the Polynesian islands of the South Pacific. The sounds of this ancient culture have begun to find their way into modern music, reflected by the tiki craze of the 1950s and 1960s and even in today’s pop culture. Even the Beastie Boys have sampled […]

Lanai is one of the lesser-known Hawaiian islands and a unique tourist getaway. The sixth-largest of the islands, it measures 18 miles across, with just over 140 square miles. Lanai is situated between Molokai to the north and Maui to the east. Historically as well as in the present day, Lanai has been grouped with […]

So you’ve become a Tiki fan after your visit to the local Tiki bar. Now you want your own place to have that Tiki feel – exotic and unique ambiance that conveys warmth and excitement. You want to be surrounded by authentic-looking Tiki artifacts: statues, totem poles, masks, mugs and everything Tiki. So you wonder: […]

The Polynesian country of Tahiti is famous for its food. While in Tahiti, the best way to experience its culture is through its food. Because Tahiti was isolated from outside influences until only two to three hundred years ago, its cuisine is some of the most unique in the world, with distinctly Polynesian characteristics, although […]

If you want to plan a tropical vacation off the beaten path, consider Fiji. There are over 300 separate islands in this chain in the Southwest Pacific, though only about 100 are inhabited, leaving plenty of room for exploration during your stay. Most of Fiji’s population lives on the islands of Vanau Levu and Viti […]

The Marquesas Islands are a group of islands in the southern Pacific Ocean located in French Polynesia. The Marquesas is believed to have been settled by Polynesians more than two thousand years ago, likely from the islands of Tonga and Samoa. The first European contact came in 1595, when a Spanish explorer gave the islands […]

Tiki torches were once traditional lighting on many islands. Today, they are ubiquitous outdoor decorations. The dancing flames will instantly transform your space into an island paradise. For warm summer evenings, adding tiki torches to your yard, garden, or patio will bring a relaxing atmosphere. Outdoor tiki torches can be quite inexpensive, though some have […]

Hawaii is officially known as the “Aloha State,” and undoubtedly travelers to the islands will soon learn the meaning of “aloha.” This is perhaps the most famous word in the Hawaiian language, although its meaning is not well understood by many visitors. Aloha has many different meanings in the culture of Hawaii, including hello, goodbye, […]