Hiking Lanai’s Fisherman’s Trail
I set off from Hulopo’e Beach Park as part of a group to spend the morning hiking Lanai’s Fisherman’s Trail. The hike was lead by Lanai’s park rangers and cultural experts as part of a training...
View ArticleLanai’s Dramatic Coastline
Lanai’s towering sea cliffs make for a dramatic and stunningly beautiful coastline. Filed under: My Lanai Tagged: Hawaii, Lanai, Photography, Travel
View ArticleStaying at the Hotel Lanai
There are three hotels on Lanai. I stayed at both the Four Seasons Resort at Manele Bay and the Koele Lodge before spending two nights at the third one, the Hotel Lanai. And as much as I loved both of...
View ArticleAn Overview of Hotels on Lanai
There are three great hotels on Lanai, with a fourth in the works. Each of the three current properties have very different vibes, so it’s all a matter of preference when selecting the best choice....
View ArticleDoing Lanai’s Dole Stroll
The Dole Stroll is one my favorite activities on Lanai. It’s an ideal way to spend the day learning about the island’s history and culture, doing some shopping, and sampling nearly a dozen restaurants....
View ArticleThe View From Diamond Head
…is worth all of the steps to the top of the state park. Filed under: My Oahu, My Photos Tagged: Hawaii, Hiking, Oahu, Photography, State Park, Travel
View ArticleMy Epic Failure of Snorkeling in Hawaii
For the first time anywhere, I tried snorkeling in Hawaii. And it was a failure of epic proportions. I knew I couldn’t swim, but I thought at least I could manage sticking my head under water. But as...
View ArticleKayaking in Hawaii
It’s always summer on the islands, so let’s go kayaking in Hawaii on Molokai year ’round! Filed under: My Molokai Tagged: Adventure, Hawaii, Molokai, Travel
View ArticleHiking the World’s Tallest Sea Cliffs
Hiking the world’s tallest sea cliffs in Molokai, Hawaii. Filed under: My Molokai, My Photos Tagged: Hawaii, Hiking, Molokai, Photography, Travel
View ArticleMy New Favorite Spot in Hawaii
I have a new favorite place in Hawaii. I know I say that a lot. So sue me. While you’re at it, add another great Hawaiian adventure to your bucket list – visiting the historic Kaunolu Village on...
View ArticleExploring Lanai’s Kanepu’u Preserve
A lot of tourists head to the Kanepu’u Preserve to see Lanai’s Garden of the Gods. The views are stunning. Molokai and Maui are visible across the channel. Whales can also be spotted during the winter...
View ArticleHawaii’s Glowing Volcano
The glowing red and orange of Halema’uma’u Crater in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park at night. Filed under: My Hawaii, My Photos Tagged: Big Island, Hawaii, National Park
View ArticleReading Kon-Tiki in Hawaii
I needed a good book to read during my last trip to Hawaii. Fiction, literature, nothing really felt right. When I’m traveling I want a travelogue, a travel memoir, something with a little adventure,...
View ArticleAn Hawaiian Room With A View
Looking for a room with a view? Then head to Travaasa Hana on Maui. Filed under: Hotel Reviews, My Maui Tagged: Hawaii, Hotels, Maui, Travel
View ArticleTasting the Best Food on Lanai
Lanai can boast some of the best food I’ve enjoyed on any of the Hawaiian Islands. From the hotels – most especially the hotels – to the other island restaurants, the dining options are insanely tasty....
View ArticleCapture the Color 2013 #CTC13
My blogger friend Traveling Ted nominated me for Capture the Color 2013, a sort of chain blogging event. The deal is to post pictures with one of five colors – blue, green, red, white, and yellow – and...
View ArticleAn Hawaii Whale Watching Cruise from Lanai
I am into nature and seeing whales. I went whale-watching, and I was really looking forward to that, but when you see it on TV and you see other programs do it, you’re seeing close-ups of these massive...
View ArticleThe Ghosts of Christmas 2013
Bah, humbug? Not to 2013! No way. Once again, this was a wonderfully fantastic year for me when it comes to travel. There’s always a lot to be thankful for, but I’m feeling particularly fortunate this...
View ArticleA Picture Perfect Day on Oahu
Another blast of winter for Denver this weekend is bringing snow and freezing temps after nearly a whole week of 50s. Yeah, I know, woe is me…others have dealt with harsher conditions this winter and...
View ArticleMy Favorite Earth Day Photos
In celebration of Earth Day – which is today, in case you weren’t sure – I’d like to share some of my favorite photos from around the globe. Since I’ve been fortunate enough to set foot on all seven...
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