While sun, sand and surf are the draw for visitors to Hawaii, there’s no better way than learning a craft, to connect with the locals. As families get hands-on with hallowed Hawaiian arts, they’re rewarded with a deep understanding for host culture and stories. The takeaway is so much more than a fresh flower lei or woven bracelet. It’s a bonding experience.
The nonprofit Children of the Land Polynesian cultural center encourages travelers to take part in complimentary classes in the town of Kapaa.
located on the Island’s east side. The unique local workshops are led by Kauai natives who instill gatherings with the spirit of aloha. Programs include lessons in Tahitian drumming and dance., Hawaiian language, weaving, fire spinning and traditional medicinal. Families can even take part in making coconut oil.
Kalaekilohana Inn and Retreat on Hawaii’s southern coast provides oportunites to try lauhala(pandanus) weaving and feather lei-making.
Kona offers families to get “intimate” with activities that filled the daily lives of Kona’s coffee pioneers in the 1920’s- 1940’s. All ages can try coffee roasting, medicinal herb gardening, calligraphy, Japanese pickling, lauhala weaving, mochi pounding and tofu making. Visitors can chat with costimed interpreters abd walk through decades-old orchards of coffee and macadamia nut trees.
Outlets of Maui is more than a collection of discounted brand-name retailers. It’s also a hub of free cultural activities with multigenerational appeal. On Monday afternoons, you can see demonstrations of old and new coconut-husking techniques and ukulele lessons take place on Tuesday mornings. Wednesday afternoons offer weaving and island heritage.
Hula tutorials take place on Friday afternoons.
A multi level mall in the heart of Waikiki presents free activities six days per week. Learn to hula, take a class in lomilomi massage, lei-making, Hawaiian quilting, ukulele and lauhala weaving.
There’s something for all generations on the Islands of Hawaii. Discover the fun today with a Hawaii Tour Package with guided tours.
