History

Pele is said to have carried this Hiʻiaka in the crook of her arm as they traveled from Borabora to Hawaiʻi, and hence her name: Hiʻiaka-i-ka-poli-o-Pele (Hiʻiaka in the bosom of Pele). But, this name has a deeper significance, as does their birth order and relationship. Hiʻiaka is the deity associated with regeneration of the land after Pele’s lava flows. … Read More

Amid the modernity of today’s world, there are still places where the natural world prevails. Volcano, where the Volcano Village Lodge is located, is one such special place. This area takes its name from Kīlauea Volcano, which is located on the slopes of yet another massive volcano, Mauna Loa. … Read More