February 3, 2010 - Polynesian Cultural Center

Today we took a drive to the opposite shore of the island.  The coastal drive was lovely.
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We stopped to see the Hale O Lono Temple
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and had a lovely parkland walk.  
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While there we saw some wild chickens, including a vividly colored rooster 
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and a red-crested cardinal...not quite as vivid red as those in Mom's home in Illinois.
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In the park was a great banyan tree
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and a small waterfall. 
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We spent most of the day at the Polynesian Cultural Center.  The grounds were beautiful
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Some of the highlights:

The Floating Parade with floats representing all of the Pacific Island nations featured at the center. 
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The Maori Center
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A Fijian Spirit House
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with Fiji people
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Someone climbing a coconut tree.
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Lots of entertainers.
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The Hawaiian Center.
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We went to the evening Luau.
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And saw the evening show.  
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