Tiki Tours and Attractions Around Hawaii

Tiki Tours and Attractions Around Hawaii

By James R Shaw

Located over 2,000 miles away from the nearest landfall, The Eight Islands comprising the state of Hawaii are the most remote island chain in the world. Hawaii consists of eight major islands, and over 100 minor islands, which are strung across the Pacific Ocean.

The eight major islands are Oahu, Maui, Hawaii, Kauai, Molokai, Lanai, Kahoolawe and Niihau. Tiki tours and attractions are available across the islands of Hawaii.

Here are some of the Tiki attractions you should check out when you are in Hawaii:

Consider a visit to the La Marianas. The modestly priced Las Marianas is a very popular Tiki bar. You can join the many tourists that enjoy a refreshing tropical cocktail while surrounded by all things Tiki. It's located near the airport on Sand Island Access Road, and is a secret spot where the Oahu locals meet. Large glass float lamps set the mood, along with fishing nets, the carvings and all of the delightful vintage Hawaiian coconut and pineapple kitsch. La Mariana is a true museum of Hawaiian art, souvenirs and the South Seas. They are located on Kalihi.

On Oahu's North Shore, The Polynesian Cultural Center has an impressive collection of the giant wooden Tiki figures.

Maui's Tiki Bar, Located on Kaanapali Parkway in Lahaina, is a popular destination. They serve up specialty tropical cocktails and fresh fruit smoothies along with Hawaiian entertainment in the Tiki Courtyard. Maui has many Tiki Tours, although you won't see as many as on the Big Island and on Oahu.

You Should Also Check Out Tiki's Grill & Bar, recommended by Frommer's Travel Guide. Tiki's Grill & Bar is located at 2570 Kalakaua Ave in the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel on Waikiki, on the second floor of the hotel. The best time to visit and grab a table where you can see the view is just before sunset.

For a piece of Tiki memorabilia, visit the Mai Tai Bar. The Mai Tai Bar serves their drinks in Tiki 3 faced buckets!

During the month of May, Maui's Signature Cultural Heritage Event at Kamehameha Iki Park features live carving events of canoes and Tiki Statues.

About Tiki:

Tiki culture is originally Polynesian. In Hawaiian folklore, Tiki statues play a large role. Carved Tiki statues or pendants are sold as good luck charms. Tiki carvings and sculptures make for unique decorations, while small Tiki pendants are marketed as good luck charms.

Tikis symbolize Hawaii in many ways just as much as beaches and lava lamps. Wherever you go, you can't avoid seeing Tiki figures and collectibles. The piercing eyes and the menacing grin enchant both natives and tourists of Hawaii.

While vacationing in Hawaii, make sure you enjoy the various Tiki events. You can also check with your hotel front desk and any of the friendly locals, who will be glad to help you out - or pick up the local Hawaiian newspapers and see what's going on in the wide world of Tiki culture.

Royal Tiki specializes in genuine Hawaiian-made Tiki masks, Statues and Signs.

Our Tiki Statues will accent a tiki bar nicely!

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