Blog — aiga

Imagine a world where your cousins are like siblings, your aunties are second mothers, and every meal feels like a family reunion. That’s everyday life in Samoa, where Samoan family values are built on the foundation of aiga—a family system that goes far beyond just parents and children. In Samoan culture, aiga isn’t just about blood ties; it’s about a deep sense of responsibility, respect, and togetherness. If you visit a Samoan home, expect to be welcomed like family, fed like royalty, and treated like you belong—because in many ways, you do! The fa'asamoa, or "Samoan way," ensures that family extends...