Hawaii (/ həˈwaɪ.i / ⓘ hə-WY-ee; [11] Hawaiian: Hawaiʻi [həˈvɐjʔi, həˈwɐjʔi]) is an island state of the United States, in the Pacific Ocean about 2,000 miles (3,200 km) southwest of the U.S. mainland. One of the two non-contiguous U.S. states (along with Alaska), it is the only state not on the North American mainland, the only state that is an archipelago, the only state south ...

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Hawaiian, any of the aboriginal people of Hawaii, descendants of Polynesians who migrated to Hawaii in two waves: the first from the Marquesas Islands, probably about ad 400; the second from Tahiti in the 9th or 10th century. Numbering about 300,000 at the time of Captain James Cook’s arrival at

Ohana and community Hawaiian Ohana and community is extremely important in Hawaiian culture. The term Ohana refers to your family but also refers to close friends as well. Having an ‘Ohana of family or friends on the island is a very important part of integrating into Hawaii culture and feeling like you do belong even if you are not related to anyone here on the islands. A Kiss on the cheek ...

With six major Hawaiian islands you can visit - Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Hawaii (also known as the Big Island), Lanai, and Molokai — the big question for anyone planning a trip to Hawaii is which one to choose. The well-known attractions of the USA's 50th state — beautiful beaches, top surf spots, stunning natural beauty, and lively luaus (parties) - truly live up to their reputation. To help ...