by Jonathan Salvador | May 18, 2026 | News
The Polynesian Voyaging Society (PVS) has announced that weather permitting, Hōkūleʻa, along with sister canoe Hikianalia, will return to Japan for the first time in 20 years. The tentative dates for the visit will be from April to September 2027. PVS is currently...
by Jonathan Salvador | Apr 27, 2026 | News
(Taipei, Taiwan) — A delegation from the Polynesian Voyaging Society (PVS) and Kamehameha Schools (KS) recently concluded a 10-day cultural exchange and planning visit across Taiwan, advancing relationships, educational partnerships, and logistical preparations for...
by Jonathan Salvador | Mar 16, 2026 | Media Update, News
This year, the Polynesian Voyaging Society (PVS) commemorates a defining moment in Hawaiʻi’s history: the 50th Anniversary of the maiden voyage of the Polynesian voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa, which sailed from Hawaiʻi to Tahiti in 1976 using traditional, non-instrument...
by Jonathan Salvador | Jan 27, 2026 | News
A Tribute to Pwo Navigator Milton “Shorty” BertelmannFrom the Polynesian Voyaging Society The Polynesian Voyaging Society honors the life, leadership, and enduring legacy of Pwo Navigator Milton “Shorty” Bertelmann, a foundational leader of Hōkūleʻa and a quiet pillar...
by Jonathan Salvador | Jan 26, 2026 | Crew Reflection
Aloha Kākou, Today was an important work day and connection point in the voyaging story. The drydock that was pretty quiet as today is the first day of the three day weekend here in Aotearoa but we had a few visitors who braved the rain to see friends on the crew and...