Hawaii Dancing the Hula in Hawaii Waikiki Beach Chrome Postcard 1975 For Sale

This postcard was mailed from Honolulu, Hawaii on October 17, 1975, and sent to Spokane, Washington, adding to its historical appeal. The handwritten message offers a personal glimpse into a Hawaiian vacation during the mid-1970s.

Highlights

• Vintage chrome postcard
• Title: Dancing the Hula in Hawaii
• Features traditional hula dancer and Hawaiian musicians
• Depicts the Kodak Hula Show at Waikiki Beach
• Postmarked Honolulu, Hawaii – October 17, 1975
• Mailed to Spokane, Washington
• 7¢ U.S. Benjamin Franklin stamp
• Published by Hawaiian Service, Inc., Honolulu, Hawaii
• Printed by U.S. Crocker Co., San Francisco, California
• Great collectible for Hawaii, Waikiki, travel, and postcard collectors

Message Highlights

The handwritten note describes the writer\'s impressions of Hawaii, mentioning:

• \"Things are so different...\"
• \"It\'s hard to believe this is one of the United States.\"
• Beautiful flowers everywhere.
• Birds singing throughout the day.
• Palm trees instead of chimneys.
• Watching Japanese tourists and hearing English again after becoming accustomed to other languages.

These personal travel observations add character and historical interest to the postcard.

Condition

• Please review the photos carefully for the exact condition.
• The postcard shown is the exact postcard you will receive.
• Written, mailed, and postmarked.
• Light age-related wear consistent with normal postal handling and storage.

Historical Note

The Kodak Hula Show at Waikiki Beach was one of Hawaii\'s most famous free cultural attractions for decades. Sponsored by Eastman Kodak, the performances introduced countless visitors to traditional Hawaiian music and hula, becoming an iconic part of the Waikiki experience throughout the mid-20th century.