Hawai'i: Start Here

For this episode’s full show notes, download the free CERCA app, available for iOS.  Get maps, photos, and info on the places mentioned.  Plus, ad-free listening, bonus content, and early access to other episodes in this guide.--- Most people think that when they landed the ancient Hawaiians found a lush tropical paradise.  Nope! Truth is the Hawaiian islands were just barren volcanic rock at first. But those ancient Hawaiians came prepared with the plants and crops that would kick things off, and over the centuries Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, and Filipino immigrants helped turn Hawaiian cuisine into a multicultural extravaganza.  And we’re here to help you taste it all!~This Cerca Guide was written by Stephanie Namahoe Launiu and voiced by Mari Saso.Visit CercaTravel.com for more news on where Cerca is going and to sign up for special access to new features. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For this episode’s full show notes, download the free CERCA app, available for iOS.  Get maps, photos, and info on the places mentioned.  Plus, ad-free listening, bonus content, and early access to other episodes in this guide.--- Whatever you came to Hawai’i for - the white sand beaches, the sunshine, the lauas, the surfing, the waterfalls - you’ll find it.  But you’ll also find so much more, because Hawai’i is more than just the image you likely have in your head.  It’s not just one place. It’s many places and people and it will stay in your heart forever. In this guide we're going to show you this jaw-droppingly beautiful place in a way you've never seen or heard before… and it all starts here. ~This Cerca Guide was written by Stephanie Namahoe Launiu and voiced by Mari Saso.Visit CercaTravel.com for more news on where Cerca is going and to sign up for special access to new features. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to Cerca! We’re putting the world's best travel guide on your phone. Download the free Cerca App now.Hawai‘i is the unparalleled beauty of Mother Nature in all her glory. Hawai‘i is its history. Hawai‘i is its food. Hawai‘i is all of these things and more. In this Cerca Guide, Stephanie Namahoe Launiu and Mari Sao will show you the beauty, introduce you to the people, and teach you the history of these incredible Pacific islands through its food, culture, music, parties, and landscapes. E komo mai!And there's even more in the Cerca app - bonus content, maps, and info on the points of interest mentioned in our episodes.  Listen, become inspired and plan all without worrying about having to hit pause and take notes - because the info you need is waiting for you in the Cerca App.  Whether you're planning a trip to Hawai’i in the near future, are already there, or just want to learn about a place we love, you're in the right place. This is what we do.~This Cerca Guide was written by Stephanie Namahoe Launiu and voiced by Mari Sao.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.