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The Merrie Monarch Festival
Whether you’re planning a Hawaii honeymoon or family vacation, one of the most exciting ways to experience Hawaiian culture is to enjoy an authentic hula show. For centuries, Hawaiians have passed down their customs, beliefs and history through beautiful dances, songs and chants—a tradition so important that it filled the absence of a written language.
Today, visitors planning a Hawaii vacation can enjoy both ancient and modern hula performances by attending the annual Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo, Hawaii. This week-long festival is celebrated in honor of King David Kalakaua, who was responsible for bringing back the hula to the Hawaiian people after it was banned by the missionaries for over 70 years. More than a hula celebration, the Merrie Monarch Festival commemorates all of Hawaiian culture with plenty of food, music, crafts, art exhibits, performances, a parade and the grand finale—a three-day hula festival.
If these activities seem like a great way to spend your Hawaii vacation, Panda Online can make it happen. We offer two exciting Hawaii vacation packages which include round trip airfare, car rentals, hotel accommodations, and the opportunity to reserve your space during the Merrie Monarch Festival. The first package includes four days and four nights in a garden view room at the Naniloa Volcanoes Resort, while the second package includes four days and four nights at the Hilo Seaside Hotel. Both Hawaii trip packages are scheduled from April 7 through April 11, 2010. For more details or book your trip, please contact Panda Online today.