https://peertube.dngr.us/videos/watch/8967df61-0195-4be2-9e55-67473414657a Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCddem5RlB3bQe99wyY49g0g/join Support us on Patreon, visit https://www.patreon.com/PeriscopeFilm Visit our website www.PeriscopeFilm.com View our Amazon store here: https://amzn.to/3XQHsVD The Pan American Airlines promotional film series New Horizons, produced during the late 1960s or early 1970s, advertised the various destinations serviced by the U.S. commercial airlines. In New Horizons: Hawaii, Pan Am highlights the numerous attractions found in the United States’ newest state. This film offers a vibrant overview of Hawaii, the 50th state of the United States, highlighting its unique blend of ancient Polynesian culture and modern American life. Located over 2,000 miles from the mainland, Hawaii is portrayed as a tropical paradise where tradition and progress coexist. The film explores traditional Hawaiian villages near Honolulu, showcases the islands' lush landscapes, and celebrates natural beauty with endless flowers, beaches, and ocean waves. Attractions like Sea Life Park combine education and entertainment, while bustling areas like Ala Moana reflect Hawaii’s economic vitality. Visitors are drawn in by the islands' welcoming spirit, with festivities like the luau symbolizing Hawaiian hospitality. With a mix of rich cultural heritage, scenic wonders, and modern amenities, Hawaii stands out as both a Pacific hub and a dream destination. 0:00 — Introduction to Hawaii, the 50th state of the U.S., located over 2,000 miles from mainland cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco, but rich in unique culture and identity. 1:02 — Ancient Polynesian traditions are preserved in Hawaiian villages near Honolulu, highlighting deep respect for elders and cultural continuity. 1:37 — Hawaii’s natural beauty—balmy air, flowers, and summer seas—inspired writers like Mark Twain and symbolizes a paradise filled with natural abundance. 2:03 — While Hawaii evokes simplicity, modern urban development is evident; local architectural style blends with contemporary city skylines. 2:18 — Though Captain Cook explored Hawaii, Polynesians lived there for centuries. Hawaii officially became a U.S. state in 1959. 2:38 — Economic prosperity is visible in modern facilities like Ala Moana, one of the world’s largest shopping centers, serving the island community. 3:01 — Sea Life Park on Oahu features a 300,000-gallon tank, offering entertainment and ocean science education, including dolphin training and research. 3:50 — The park doubles as a maritime museum, blending historical education with family-friendly entertainment like whale shows. 4:20 — Hawaii offers countless leisure opportunities, such as hotel elevators with scenic views, enhancing the island experience. 4:49 — Iconic beaches like Waikiki and those on Maui boast long stretches of white sand, with the Pacific Ocean rolling in continuously. 5:15 — Surfing and sunbathing are accessible and popular pastimes, celebrating the ocean’s rhythm and the laid-back island lifestyle. 5:55 — Hawaii consists of six main islands: Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai, Kauai, and Hawaii itself—once described by Mark Twain as the loveliest islands in any ocean. 6:44 — Hawaii’s dramatic landscape is shaped by volcanic rock and coral reef; Diamond Head serves as a landmark akin to the Statue of Liberty. 7:13 —Boeing 707 deplaning at Honolulu airport. Honolulu is a major Pacific crossroads and a key transpacific hub where diverse island cultures intersect. 7:23 — Tourists often stay longer than planned, drawn by the unique charm and warmth of Hawaiian hospitality. 7:42 — Hawaii extends a message of welcome and friendship, often symbolized through flowers and natural beauty. 8:15 — Visitors are often greeted with a traditional luau—a festive Hawaiian feast with roasted pig, tropical fruits, and live music. Motion picture films don't last forever; many have already been lost or destroyed. For almost two decades, we've worked to collect, scan and preserve the world as it was captured on 35mm, 16mm and 8mm movies -- including home movies, industrial films, and other non-fiction. If you have endangered films you'd like to have scanned, or wish to donate celluloid to Periscope Film so that we can share them with the world, we'd love to hear from you. Contact us via the weblink below. 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