Rounding the corner into the Living Reef at the Maui Ocean Center is like stepping into a psychedelic fishbowl. The walls, fitted with more than 40 aquariums, are alive with tropical fish flashing like prisms of dazzling light through living coral reefs. In this surround, humans tend to lower their voices and gawk.

Luau entertainment often features the daring feats of fire-knife dancing.

Tahitian dance is distinguished by quick hip motion and rapid drum beats.

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