Article: The History of Aloha Friday
Back in 1946, when the Honolulu Chamber of Commerce first considered the wearing of aloha shirts during the summer months, the business community was still of a missionary mindset: Never mind how hot it is, a proper businessman wears a suit and tie. But the City and County of Honolulu, and later the territorial government, began to allow employees to wear sport shirts from June through October yearly. Aloha shirts were allowed only during Aloha Week each fall. In the early ‘6
The Tragic Story of Princess Ka’iulani, “The Island Rose” of Hawaii by Peter T Young
Born Victoria Ka’iulani on October 16, 1875, the Crown Princess and heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Hawaii was known throughout the world for her intelligence and determination to preserve the Hawaiian monarchy. Named after Queen Victoria and her maternal aunt Anna Ka’iulani who died young, Princess Ka’iulani’s life, spirit, and legacy are a testament to her love of the Hawaiian people in their hour of need. Ka ‘iu lani means “the highest point of heaven” or “the royal s
Article: Piʻilani (“Stairway to Heaven”) Unified West Maui by Peter T. Young
Painting by Loren Adams In northwest Maui, the district the ancients called Kaʻānapali, there are six hono bays (uniting of the bays,) which are legendary: from South to North, Honokowai (bay drawing fresh water), Honokeana (cave bay), Honokahua (sites bay,) Honolua (two bays), Honokohau (bay drawing dew) and Hononana (animated bay). This area was likely settled between 600-1100 AD. By about the 15th century, all of Nā Hono were under the realm of Pi’ilani, the ruling chief
Video: HERE IT IS! The Deeper Meaning of Aloha
We know it's a greeting, we see the word everywhere. But what does it really mean?
The Winners Of Our Spring Photo Contest!
The Maui Salt and Sage Magazine's "The Faces of Maui" Photo Contest Mahalo Nui Loa to all Shooters for your submissions. We are truly grateful for your interest. Go to Photo Contest Winners by clicking this link.
Surf Video: Kimo's Mala Wharf 42nd Annual Longboard Contest
Congratulations to all that participated in this year’s 42nd Kimo’s Longboard Contest in memory of Rob Thibaut 1st - Kalei Kauhane 2nd - Johnny Pitzer 3rd - Kawika Kinimaka 4th - Eric Casco 5th - Zane Schweitzer 6th - Landon McLaughlin BIG MAHALO!!! (Can’t do it without YOU) Handsome Bugga - Rodney Kilborn. Doug Pitzer- Pitzer Built Ola Shaw- We Are More Under the tent: Patty Souza Jennifer Starr Tule Souza Janet Waters Penny Guth Judges: Fred Petersen Nathan Moody Alan Shubi
Article: Ocean Dojo, What is Zen?
Painting by Heather Galler What is Zen? It’s both something we are—our true nature expressing itself moment by moment—and something we do—a disciplined practice through which we can realize the joy of being. It is not a belief system to which one converts. There is no dogma or doctrine. Zen is the direct experience of what we might call ultimate reality, or the absolute, yet it is not separate from the ordinary, the relative. This direct experience is our birthright. The prac
No Offense but Why Maui? Is it a Status symbol? Passports? English Speaking?
There are literally thousands of island to travel to inThe Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Micronesia and or any other tropical place. Why Maui when you can experience a place that has no United States influence, no traffic, and no congestion. Places where you can luxuriate on beaches, blend with the local culture, go native, connect with a form of Aloha. 1 – Palawan, Philippines Credit to Dahon Flickr Palawan is a stunning archipelago that has been ranked as the most beaut
Ocean Dojo - The Zen of Surfing
The Zen of Surf Surfing means paddling out into the ocean, often at dawn, often alone, and sitting there on your board waiting for waves. You look at the horizon and watch. Minutes go by while fish, seals, dolphins, and sharks swim underneath your legs. You breathe in, you breathe out. It is not surprising that there is a connection between surfing and meditation. Except for those exceptional days, when wave after wave rolls in, you have nothing to do except float there in th
New Clothing Collection! "Ocean Dojo"
The Zen of Surf Surfing means paddling out into the ocean, often at dawn, often alone, and sitting there on your board waiting for waves. You look at the horizon and watch. Minutes go by while fish, seals, dolphins, and sharks swim underneath your legs. You breathe in, you breathe out. It is not surprising that there is a connection between surfing and meditation. Except for those exceptional days, when wave after wave rolls in, you have nothing to do except float there in th
