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Having been known as one of the most famous tourist paradises in the world, Hawaii is likened to a pearl on the Pacific Ocean because of its picturesque beauty as well as its cultural diversity. Let's learn more about the unique features of Hawaiian culture with Olalani!

1. Common greetings

- Aloha!

It must be the case that you have already heard the typical Hawaiian greeting: Aloha! The origin of this greeting is undisclosed, but it always gives tourists a feeling of warmest welcome when the Hawaiians always show up with bright smiles on their faces.

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- Mahalo!

To appreciate those who have supported and helped you during the trip, tourists should often use “Mahalo!” to express gratitude to them. Surely you will receive friendly smiles from the lovely Hawaiians.

Photo: Mahalo Digital

- Shaka

Shaka is a typical indigenous hand symbol expressing greetings to the opposite person. Use your hand with the index, middle, and ring fingers closing while the thumb and little finger are still open. Instead of having to use words in special situations, a hand gesture can also ensure communication with each other. When you receive a gesture like that from the people of Hawaii, do the same as a greeting in response to their friendliness.

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- A kiss on the cheek

For many people, performing a kiss on the cheek to greet acquaintances is a common cultural feature in European countries. However, this kiss is limited to relationships that the two have known each other before. Meanwhile, in Hawaii, people can greet others by kissing on the cheek even though this is the first time they met. Similar to when you leave a party or event, a kiss on the cheek is considered a polite goodbye.

Photo: Make A Wish Hawaii

2. Aloha outfits

A type of costume we often see is a shirt with patterns from typical flowers and plants of this archipelago. While men prefer gentle neutral colors such as brown, green, and blue. Women choose more colorful ones such as red, orange, and yellow, along with a special long skirt for the typical dances of the people.

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3. Traditional Hula dance

The Hula dance is the soul of the Hawaiian people as this tradition has been continued from the first Aboriginal people living on the island when in ancient times such writing materials did not exist. For Hawaiians, Hula is not just an ordinary dance but it indicates the lifestyle when gestures, dances, and leg movements are an unfolding story. Hula is the connection between today's people and their ancestors and will continue to be passed down through the generations to maintain the island's remarkable culture.

Photo: Maui Magazine

Hawaiian culture still has many interesting qualities waiting for you to discover, follow Olalani to learn more about this in the next update! Or you can come to Olalani Resort & Condotel to experience the Hawaiian heaven right in the heart of Da Nang!

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