Hawaii Visitor News

Hawaiian leis are known the world over as the symbol of aloha. The custom of Hawaiians wearing flower garlands was first recorded by a member of Captain Cook’s crew in 1779. Today, wearing Hawaii flower leis is more prevalent than ever, among both locals and visitors.

An Ancient Polynesian Custom
The lei custom was initially introduced to the Hawaiian Islands by early Polynesian voyagers who migrated to, and settled in the islands. Leis were worn by these original Hawaiians to beautify themselves and distinguish themselves from others. The original Hawaiians excelled in the creation of permanent leis constructed of feathers, ivory, beads, and even teeth. Often, these leis were an emblem of the ali’i, or ruling class.

Sharks!!! Don’t Let “Jaws” Scare You

Next time you freak out about a shark attack sensationalized in the media, don’t panic. You’re way more likely to be “scared to death” than to be eaten by a shark. Fact is, heart failure is still the leading cause of death in the U.S. by far — 652,486 deaths in 2004. There were just 2 shark-related deaths in the U.S.that same year, only one in 2005, and none in 2006. So lay off the butter, and dive in!

According to the International Shark Attack File, between 1580 and 2004 there were only 1,969 confirmed shark attacks worldwide. In the U.S. during this period, there were 761 confirmed shark attacks, with 39 deaths. Hawaii accounted for 100 of these attacks during almost 500 years, resulting in 15 deaths. So how does this compare to other types of accidental deaths?

Choose Hawaii for your vacation or honeymoon, and you’ll quickly appreciate why Hawaii tourism is famous throughout the world for its “aloha” spirit of warm hospitality and tropical adventure. Hawaii islands tours offer unique attractions and activities exclusively designed for the comfort and enjoyment of your entire family.

Hawaii Activities
Hawaiian island tours are available for every taste, from romantic dinner cruises aboard luxury liners, traditional luaus, to rugged hiking on special eco-tours, or stays at luxurious five-star resorts. Enjoy world-class golfing at beautiful oceanside courses, sailing the crystalline blue ocean, and of course, all the surfing, sunning, fishing, whale watching, scuba diving and snorkeling you can possibly imagine in the warm, tropical Pacific.