Keep it Aloha: How to Engage with Hawaiian Culture Responsibly with Kamaka Dias

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Kamaka Dias, advocate for Hawaiian culture, joins the show! We talk story about his journey from growing up in Hilo to his transformative experiences with the Peace Corps in Madagascar. The conversation delves into the principles of living and traveling with 'Keep it Aloha,' his efforts in supporting local businesses through HawaiiVerse, and the importance of cultural sensitivity and reciprocity.
What we discuss with Kamaka Dias:

• Kamaka Dias' upbringing and education in Hawaii
• His experiences abroad and with the Peace Corps
• Cultural insights and identity shifts
• The Race to 50K to pay off student loans
• Development of HawaiiVerse and its impact
• Principles of "Keep it Aloha"
• Supporting local businesses
• Ethical tourism and cultural sensitivity

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Keep it Aloha Website
• Apple Podcasts
• Instagram
• Spotify
• YouTube

👉 Full show notes and resources can be found here: https://hawaiisbesttravel.com/keep-it-aloha-kamaka-dias/

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Music, Ukulele and Chill, by Coby G (used with permission)
Music, Aloha Friday, by Clay D (used with permission)

Chapter

1. Keep it Aloha: How to Engage with Hawaiian Culture Responsibly with Kamaka Dias (00:00:00)

2. Understanding Ethical Tourism and Giving Back (00:08:32)

3. Defining Aloha and Cultural Respect (00:13:31)

4. Defining Local vs. Hawaiian (00:22:02)

5. Navigating Ethical Tourism in Hawaii (00:28:16)

6. Final Thoughts and Takeaways (00:37:31)