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January 8, 2021

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Happy New Year from your PII ʻohana!

Happy New Year from your PII ʻohana!

nahele. (Hawaiian) n. forest

There is something ✨magical✨about the nahele of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and there is no better way to explore than with your ʻohana (family)!

vaki / ma'o mauri. (Tahitian) n. blacktip reef sha

vaki / ma'o mauri. (Tahitian) n. blacktip reef shark

Came across these gems while scrolling through our archives. Looking forward to future adventures together!

mālama. (Hawaiian) v. to care for; to protect C

mālama. (Hawaiian) v. to care for; to protect
Community Spotlight: Karen Lockwood, General Manager of PII

Why Pacific Islands Institute? ”After many years in retail and later in tourism with a local attraction company, it was time for me to put my effort and energy into the family business. I have been with PII for over fifteen years now. Authentic, sustainable tourism is core to PII's philosophy and is personally fulfilling. I enjoy working with a dedicated team to create impactful travel programming in our destinations.” Why “mālama”? “It is integral to my values and those of PII's... To take care of our team, our community, our clients and our partners. Finding ways to share and benefit all involved.”

lei. (Hawaiian) n. [everyone knows what this word

lei. (Hawaiian) n. [everyone knows what this word means!] 🎵”May Day is Lei Day in Hawaiʻi” 🎵 For many, lei have come to represent Hawaiʻi and the spirit of aloha, but did you know that there are many different types of lei? Lei are made using a variety of different techniques and materials. Not all lei are made with flowers! Swipe right for a photo of one of our groups twisting ti leaves into lei!

baravi. (Fijian) n. coast; shore; beach. To ensur

baravi. (Fijian) n. coast; shore; beach.
To ensure our programs are as relevant, genuine, and high quality as possible, we regularly visit our pacific island neighbors. This beautiful photo of a Fijian baravi was taken by Leslie during her inspection trip to Fiji in 2018. 🌅

mahalo. (Hawaiian) nvt. thanks, gratitude; to than

mahalo. (Hawaiian) nvt. thanks, gratitude; to thank; thank you. •
Community Spotlight: June Matsumoto, VP Sales, Pacific Islands Institute •
Why Pacific Islands Institute? “I love that PII is a mission driven company that has not changed its focus on community benefit and responsible tourism since it was founded 30 years ago. Our programs help highlight the work of amazing work of people and organizations helping to make the world a better place.” •
Why “mahalo”? “It's not just a word, but a value that reminds us to appreciate and be grateful for all that we receive, and are able to contribute.” •
What is your favorite PII memory? “My favorite memory is of my trip to American Samoa with the National Park Conservation Association (@npcapics) in 2018.” (pictured above)

haumana. (Hawaiian) n. student “Experience, trav

haumana. (Hawaiian) n. student “Experience, travel – these are as education in themselves”- Euripides.
At PII, we recognize the value in using travel as a vehicle for furthering education. Mahalo nui @USCAPASS and @USCCampusActivities for allowing us to help facilitate your students’ learning for the last decade through service trips in Hawaii and Tahiti.

First photo 📸: @amandacheromiahphotography

ānuenue. (Hawaiian) n. rainbow Happy National Fi

ānuenue. (Hawaiian) n. rainbow
Happy National Find A Rainbow Day!

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