Before You Go to a Hawaiian Luau, Know This About Hula | Miss Aloha Hula Jaedyn Pavao

What is hula really communicating beyond the movements you see on stage?For many, hula is something they experience at a luau, but there is a deeper story, tradition, and cultural practice behind every movement, song, and detail.👉 Hit play now to hear from Miss Aloha Hula Jaedyn Janae Puahaulani Pavao and discover how to experience hula with a deeper understanding on your next Hawaii trip. If you’ve ever wondered what the meaning behind hula is and how to respectfully experience Hawaiian culture, this episode is for you.I sit down with Jaedyn Janae Puahaulani Pavao, the 2025 Miss Aloha Hula, to talk about the stories, traditions, and aloha behind one of Hawaii’s most meaningful cultural practices.In this episode of Hawaii’s Best, we explore the deeper meaning of hula so you can appreciate the stories being shared the next time you experience it in Hawaii.👉In this episode, you will:Discover why hula is more than a dance and how every movement, song, and detail has meaning.Learn what visitors often miss when watching hula and how to better understand the story being shared.Understand how to experience Hawaiian culture with an open heart and respect when visiting Hawaii. _Scroll up ⬆️ and hit play now to better understand hula and carry a deeper appreciation for Hawaiian culture home with you.🤙 About today's guest:Connect with Jaedyn on InstagramWatch Jaedyn's 2025 Miss Aloha Hula performance_🎧 Related episodes:How to Engage with Hawaiian Culture Responsibly w/ Kamaka DiasThe Ban and Revitalization of the Hawaiian Language with Kahanuola Solatorio_💻 Related blog posts:A Guide to Understanding Luaus in Hawaii17 Unique Kauai Cultural Activities_🤓 Chapters:1:04 Meet Miss Aloha Hula2:00 Reading the Story in Motion4:43 Hula as Second Language05:55 Merrie Monarch Explained06:27 Purposeful Preparation8:35 Who Can Dance Hula10:49 Respectful Hula on Kauai11:20 Tourist vs Visitor13:26 What Aloha Means14:23 Advice for First Timers16:04 Kauai Local Food Picks18:26 Final Takeaways_🌴 Plan Your Hawaii Trip With BryanAbout Your Host: Bryan Murphy is the founder of Hawaii’s Best Travel & a Hawaii Destination Expert through the Hawaii Tourism Authority, since 2020. An HVCB member since 2019, he helps first-time & repeat visitors plan respectful Hawaii vacations w/ clear, practical advice & cultural insight.Connect on InstagramHawaii Planning Facebook GroupFree Hawaii travel tips & guides at hawaiisbesttravel.com🤝 To sponsor the show visit hawaiisbesttravel.com/partnerHawaii travel podcast helps you plan a trip to Hawaii with clarity. Discover practical travel tips, island itineraries, & local insight to help you explore Oahu, Maui, Kauai, the Big Island.Edge of the Ocean (w/ permission)Ukulele and Chill (w/ permission)Talk Story (w/ permission)