Did you know that sailing across the ocean in a voyaging canoe isn’t just something Moana did in a Disney animated feature? And that some of Maui’s Wayfinding teachings are inspired by real-life Polynesian navigational techniques? It’s true. All of it. Welcome to true stories of Hōkūleʻa – Hawaii’s voyaging canoe – as told… Continue reading Talk Story with Women of Hokuleʻa – Real-Life Moanas Share Their Adventures
Feel the cool sea breeze brush across your face. Smell the salty mist as waves lap against your canoe. Squint into the mesmerizing glare as a thousand blazing suns reflect off the water. See the possibilities beyond the horizon, where the sky meets the sea. Be as one with the ocean, and the myriad of… Continue reading How Far We’ll Go – Wayfinding Like Moana on Hawaii’s Hokuleʻa
Moana has been such an inspirational force for so many people around the world. The film has touched not only Polynesians, but people from every walk of life. So, what inspired Disney filmmakers to send a teenager on a wayfinding quest in a voyaging canoe? In their research for Moana, Ron Clements, John Musker and… Continue reading Step Aboard Hokuleʻa: How this Real-Life Voyaging Canoe Inspired Moana
As we start out a new year, we reflect on the one we just wrapped up. How were your holidays? If you're like us, Disney usually plays a large role in your holiday traditions. Are you tired of the cold and the snow? Have you ever considered a Hawaiian Christmas? It's never to early to… Continue reading There’s No Place Like Aulani for the Holidays
As if I needed another reason to love the Big Island of Hawaii… I just learned about HawaiiCon. The Big Island is not just full of palm trees, beaches, and resorts. It is home to Kilauea, one of the longest-erupting volcanoes in the world. And, it is one of the few places on earth where… Continue reading 10 Amazing Reasons to Go to HawaiiCon
How many of you love Pirates of the Caribbean? Was your first memory of Pirates from Disneyland? Or perhaps Disney World? For younger generations, their first Disney pirate may have been Captain Jack Sparrow from the blockbuster films. Well, if ye come seekin’ adventure, keep a weather eye open. There be pirates in these waters… Continue reading Yo Ho! Celebrating Over 50 Years of Disney Pirates at D23 Expo
Moana is the first Polynesian Princess to join the Disney ohana. Director and Producer team Ron Clements and John Musker (Little Mermaid, Aladdin, The Princess and the Frog) were joined by screenwriter Jared Bush (Zootopia), co-head of Animation Amy Smeed (Tangled, Frozen, Big Hero 6), and producer Osnat Shurer (Pixar shorts) on the “Moana: Art… Continue reading Moana Sails Into San Diego Comic-Con, and Into Our Hearts (Part 2)
Moana is the first Polynesian Princess to join the Disney ohana. Director and Producer team Ron Clements and John Musker (Little Mermaid, Aladdin, The Princess and the Frog) were joined by screenwriter Jared Bush (Zootopia), co-head of Animation Amy Smeed (Tangled, Frozen, Big Hero 6), and producer Osnat Shurer (Pixar shorts) on the “Moana:… Continue reading Moana Sails Into San Diego Comic Con, and Into Our Hearts (Part 1)
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