As the women built a thrumming rhythm from their drums and began to chant while others danced, the Hula Halau ‘O Nalua and ‘Ote’a ‘Api School of Polynesian Dance seemed to teleport from the interior ...

Modern luaus are celebrations with food and entertainment, but they originated from the 1819 abolishment of the kapu system. Many commercial luaus feature Pan-Pacific performances, while authentic ...

API Forward to be Featured as Community Partner of the Night PORTLAND, Ore. (Jan 5, 2026) – Join the Portland Trail Blazers as they celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage and face off ...

Looking for a kid-friendly luau on Kauai? Keep scrolling to read our Smith’s Tropical Paradise luau review! This Smith’s Tropical Paradise luau on Kauai review was written by Hawaii travel expert ...

MAUI and HAWAII ISLAND, Hawaii — As the sun dipped below the horizon, the hula dancers took to the pa hula (hula mound) against the rhythmic pounding of the ipu (gourd) and pahu (drum). Dancing with ...