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How do you honor Hawaiian culture?

Learn about lei etiquette It was traditionally used by Native Hawaiians, especially chiefs, to show their rank. Today, the lei is used for many things. You can give someone a lei during celebrations like birthdays and graduations to symbolise friendship or as a gift to welcome someone.



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Always ask questions and permission. The best way to respect the Hawaiian culture is to ask! If you're not sure about anything, such as where to go or what to wear, you can never go wrong by asking a local.

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Remove your shoes. Whether you're at your hotel or someone's home, the first thing you should do before entering is take off your shoes. It's an important Hawaiian custom that shows respect for the home owner and helps keep the home clean. Some homes may have indoor slippers or you can just go barefoot.

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Relaxation and natural beauty are the top draws Known for its active volcanoes, wildlife refuges, and tall active peaks, it's little wonder that 88% of our respondents cite natural beauty as a reason for visiting Hawaii. Relaxing by the beach is the second most popular reason for visiting.

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Here are a few.
  1. Get To Know the Native Hawaiian Culture. Cultural practitioner Greg Solatorio throw net fishing on Moloka?i. ...
  2. Respect the Lei. Lei is sacred in Hawai?i. ...
  3. Use Hawaiian Place Names. ...
  4. Don't Stack Rocks. ...
  5. Not Every Local Person is Hawaiian. ...
  6. Volunteer or Give Back. ...
  7. Buy and Eat Local. ...
  8. Make as Little Impact as Possible.


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