Original vintage travel advertisement for the Matson Line, featuring a classic
mid-century image of a smiling woman surfing at Waikiki, wearing a traditional lei. The caption reads “Light hearts make buoyant riding over the surf at Waikiki”—a quintessential piece of Golden Age travel advertising and Hawaiiana. This is an authentic period print, not a reproduction. Matson Line ads are highly collectible for their romantic imagery, strong color, and association with luxury Pacific travel to Hawaii, New Zealand, and Australia. Details:• Company: Matson Line• Subject: Waikiki surfing / Hawaii travel• Era: Mid-20th century (pre-statehood Hawaiiana period)• Medium: Original magazine advertisement• Orientation: Vertical• Print only (no frame) Condition:Very good vintage condition. Light edge wear and age toning consistent with an original period advertisement. Colors remain vibrant and the image displays beautifully. Stored in a protective sleeve. Please review photos for exact condition. Notes:This is an original magazine advertisement, not signed and not a modern reprint. Ideal for framing, tiki bar décor, surf culture collections, or vintage travel displays.
mid-century image of a smiling woman surfing at Waikiki, wearing a traditional lei. The caption reads “Light hearts make buoyant riding over the surf at Waikiki”—a quintessential piece of Golden Age travel advertising and Hawaiiana. This is an authentic period print, not a reproduction. Matson Line ads are highly collectible for their romantic imagery, strong color, and association with luxury Pacific travel to Hawaii, New Zealand, and Australia. Details:• Company: Matson Line• Subject: Waikiki surfing / Hawaii travel• Era: Mid-20th century (pre-statehood Hawaiiana period)• Medium: Original magazine advertisement• Orientation: Vertical• Print only (no frame) Condition:Very good vintage condition. Light edge wear and age toning consistent with an original period advertisement. Colors remain vibrant and the image displays beautifully. Stored in a protective sleeve. Please review photos for exact condition. Notes:This is an original magazine advertisement, not signed and not a modern reprint. Ideal for framing, tiki bar décor, surf culture collections, or vintage travel displays.