Kapalua embraces Hawaiian culture and recognizes the importance of sharing Hawaiian traditions with residents and visitors of the resort. Daily cultural and educational programs are offered including hula and lei making lessons, Hawaiian quilt making and much more.

A Sense of Place
Clifford Nae'ole, Kapalua's cultural advisor, offers a glimpse into Hawaii's ancient history through a weekly historical "Sense of Place" encounter. Visitors meet at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua and view a cultural film and tour the Hawaiian Medicinal Garden and Honokahua Preservation site, where nearly 2,000 ancient Hawaiians burials dating between 610 A.D. and 1800 were discovered.

Tuesdays and Fridays, 10am

For more information call The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua at (808) 669-6200

Celebration of the Arts
The annual, award-winning Celebration of the Arts held at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua each Easter Weekend pays tribute to Hawaii's people, arts and culture through demonstrations in hula and chant, workshops in traditional and contemporary Hawaiian art, one-on-one interaction with local artists and a traditional Hawaiian lu'au.

Vacations are a time of discovery and embracing new experiences. We invite you to enjoy the many programs offered in arts and culture while visiting the resort.

For more information call The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua at (808) 669-6200