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Hawaiian Word of the Day: January 12th

Huaka’i is Hawaiian for trip, voyage, journey, mission, procession, even a parade. It doesn't have to be a long voyage or flight.

Huaka’i is Hawaiian for trip, voyage, journey, mission, procession, even a parade. It doesn't have to be a long voyage or flight. A trip to Maui is a huaka’i, just as a trip to Japan is a huaka’i. Next time you plan a trip, call it a huaka’i.

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