No Hawaiian has done as much repatriation work as Edward Halealoha Ayau, who has been bringing back Native Hawaiian human remains for more than 30 years, battling foreign and domestic institutions, including Bishop Museum, along the way. But his fiercest opposition has been from other Native Hawaiians.
As the sun begins to peak over Haleakalā, silence breaks on Maui’s west side with chants to the sun. Dozens of people, including kumu (teachers), Known as a grand celebration of Hawaiian arts and culture, the 30th annual festival returns in-person from April 15-16.
Maui, Oahu or Lanai: Which Hawaiian island is the best for your next vacation?
A guide to the Hawaiian islands
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The idyllic islands of Hawaii are a year-round paradise and the lingering days of summer are one of the busiest times to visit. While all of the islands are equally beautiful, they each have a unique charm that appeals to different travelers depending on the type of vacation you’re looking to have.
For starters, if you’re planning on renting a car to drive around the islands, it would be wise to book your car first as inventory is extremely limited and tends to book weeks and even months in advance.
KAPALUA Clifford Nae‘ole, community advocate and Hawaiian cultural advisor for The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, was recently recognized with a Historic Preserva