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The Hawaiian Islands and Their Nicknames, Explained
If you’ve ever thought to yourself, Why is Maui called the Valley Isle, then you’ve come to the right place.
Mar 10, 2021
While each Hawaiian island is as beautiful and postcard-perfect as the next, each has its own distinct personality and its own nickname, too. But, if you’re unfamiliar with each island’s individual history and peculiarities, it might be a mystery as to why Lānaʻi, for example, is called The Pineapple Island. So let’s dig in!
Oʻahu (The Gathering Place)
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The island of Oʻahu got its nickname The Gathering Place for an assortment of reasons. First and foremost, Oʻahu has the highest population count in the state and is home to approximately 72% of the state’s residents, vastly outnumbering any other Neighbor Island. Secondly, visitors love to “gather” here on Oʻahu, as the island and its visitor-friendly districts like Waikīkī and Kailua have becom