Welcome To The Hawaii Luau

By Evelyn Walls


Hawaii is comprised of eight major islands and many smaller islands and atolls. These islands all cater to tourists, yet each island has its own character. You can participate in a Hawaii luau on any of the islands. The collection of islands is known as Hawaii, and the largest island is also called Hawaii. It is by far the largest in size, but not in population.

Hawaii is called the Big Island. This nickname may be to eliminate confusion of the outsiders and to help them distinguish the Hawaii island from the state of the same name. Kona coffee plantations are big on the island and an important source of revenue. The five volcanoes alone would be worth the trip. The surrounding Pacific Ocean is home to vibrant coral reefs and dolphins and whales.

The festivities usually last about three and a half hours. Most luaus held here are presented by a high end hotel located on the Big Island. Each luau follows a different theme, but maintains the traditions of the feast.

At the King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel you will discover the Island Breeze Luau. Guests are greeted by being adorned with a shell lei. They are given some free time to explore the array of arts and crafts presented. The evening would not be complete without a pig cooked in an underground oven called an imu. Retrieving the pig from the imu is a ceremony that shows the ancient way food was and still is prepared. The main attraction for this event is the Royal Court making a grand entrance dressed in traditional royal garb. The excitement mounts as the outrigger canoe approaches. Finally, the buffet is spread out and guests are entertained with a Polynesian revue.

The Fairmont Orchid Hotel proudly presents the Gathering of the Kings Luau. The menu is combination of Hawaiian and Polynesian cuisine. Most of the dishes are fairly exotic, but the menu includes some kid dishes like macaroni and cheese. Guests will be entertained with choreography that combines modern and Polynesian dance. The show also presents hula dancers and a grand finale of the knife and fire dance.

If your interests lie in history, the Haleo Luau presented by the Sheraton Kona Resort should be your choice. It is centered around the island history and tradition. The guests sit under the stars and the hala trees and become completely drawn into the culture and history of Hawaii. The revue tells historical stories, such as depicting the birth of one of the most well known kings, King Kamehameha III. King Kalakaua magical surfing stories are also presented. Many people are not aware that for most of its history Hawaii was a monarchy.

The Royal Kona Luau at the Royal Kona Resort is most like the Island Breeze at the King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel but is described as the best value. The show tells the story of the ancient Polynesian journey traveling thousands of miles by way of the Pacific Ocean to make their home in Kona. The evening ends with a Samoan fire dance.

Each of these luaus is wonderful in its own unique way. You cannot make a bad choice. With fine dining steeped in culture you will learn something about the Hawaiian people. This feast will round out your time in paradise.




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