When we first arrived, we were concerned that it would be a bit like Disney's Epcot, with fake decor and stereotypical copies of the islands of Polynesia. Although the waterfalls and some of the displays are obviously not natural, we were pleasantly surprized by the authenticity of each pavilion. Most of the guides are young university students who come from the islands they represent, here in Hawaii to study but also work at the cultural center to share their cultures. And although the shows are scripted, and yes sometimes maybe a bit Disney-esque, they are really quite fun and informative. Once we took the time to visit each of the pavilions, and talked to the young ambassadors, we were absolutely delighted to learn and discover so much about these amazing cultures. These young men and women represent a country and culture they love, and they seem happy to share it with us and answer all our questions. It is these young students that made our visit so wonderful, so if you can, take the time to talk to them. Now our biggest problem, is finding a way to visit each one of the countries we discovered… well done you!