The Polynesian Cultural Center is a cultural center in the small town of Laie, towards the north shore of the island of Oahu, Hawaii. Traditional Fijian temple What is the Polynesian Cultural Center? Right after we put the pig to rest in the imu, we walked around the Polynesian Cultural Center for a Taste of Polynesia. I got to try some of the popular snacks and foods from some of the major Polynesian islands, and I’m about to share everything we ate with you in this blog post. When we were in Hawaii, my wife Ying and I were invited to the Polynesian Cultural Center to explore the different Polynesian villages, and to experience Polynesian food. Nothing goes with culture better than food. When I hear that song it unearths pure emotion and the real substance of what our region is about and even though it is short it certainly packs a punch when it comes to raw passion and the Pacific pride.įinally, we don’t have many legends in our part of the world but after dominating the airways with his unique and original style of music George Fiji Veikoso is certainly up there with the best.By Mark Wiens 17 Comments Eating at the Polynesian Cultural Center One of my all time favourite songs is, of course, the famous tune called “Lomai Naleca”. He has been performing for a many years now, but still endures the crowd to come and enjoy his wonderful live performances when he has a scheduled stop organised. I certainly found him to be every bit the gentleman and he was even kind enough to write me a very touching message which I am most appreciative of.Īrtists are known to come and go in the music industry, but Veikoso certainly has staying power when it comes to having a faithful following in the region. I have been a fan of his music for some time now and recently I have been in contact with him.
The Hawaii connection is due to the fact that George Fiji Veikoso is now based on the Island of Hawaii because he has business and family commitments there, but makes regular trips to and from Fiji routinely. One of his all time and most popular songs is, of course, “Lia” which is known by almost everybody in the Pacific and can be heard being sung by young and old wherever there is a guitar handy.Ī few of the songs from his album called “Gratitude” were picked up by Television Executives due to the Polynesian content of the music and played on the hit show in Hawaii called “Bay Watch Hawaii” and also on MTV’s “Real World Hawaii. These albums have bought him the fame and adulation that he deserves due to his unique Island style. Veikoso has produced and released many albums during his time illustrious career such as “Evolution” and “Born and Raised” to name a few. Those few readers who may not be familiar with George Fiji Veikoso’s music, it is almost a certainty that you would have heard his music in a shop or on a bus in fact almost anywhere Fiji Wide. His interesting style and unique music has made it hard for people in the industry to categorise this artist into a single genre of music as he makes melodies that are appreciated across a wide spectrum of society from the older and more composed to the young and the reckless, he has a sound and song for you. In fact his song writing, music and singing voice have given him international fame. He is a pioneer in the Fiji and Pacific music field and is so much more than just a singer. With his melodious voice and wonderful blend of music which includes a fusion of Classic Reggae, Hip Hop, Rhythm and Blues and jazz, this is what has set this singing sensation apart from the rest.
Also whenever somebody hears about him, they will instantly recall the word “Fiji” and always remember where he is from. He was born and raised here in the Fiji Islands, referred to as George Fiji Veikoso as he has taken the name of his beloved birthplace as his middle name and wants to honour the Island nation. George Fiji Veikoso is one of the region’s most popular and best selling artists.
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