Category Archives: Hawaii

Shipboard Moments and a Cancelled Port

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

This cruise has had an abundance of “at sea” days. Originally we were scheduled to have five days from Los Angeles to Maui, four days in the Hawaiian Islands, and then five days from Kauai back to Ensenada, before finally … Continue reading →

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Memorial at Sea

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Have you ever contemplated having ashes of your loved one scattered at sea? Or wanted to somehow memorialize a parent or spouse? As we have reached a certain age, sadly loosing those near and dear to us is becoming part … Continue reading →

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Hilo, Hawaii ~ aka The Big Island

Posted on December 26, 2025 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

We finally arrived in the islands after five days at sea from Los Angeles. You would think we would be chomping at the bit to go ashore. Strangely, this was not the case. Instead we took advantage of an almost … Continue reading →

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Let’s Talk About Breakfast

Posted on December 17, 2025 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Anyone who knows me, understands my love of food and eating. I’ve never been shy about trying new dishes, in fact I welcome the opportunity to taste something I’ve never had before. That has led me to taste such diverse … Continue reading →

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Where Have We Been Hiding??

Posted on December 15, 2025 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Hello friends, I bet you thought Tim and I fell off the face of the earth 😁. Nope, we have simply been living our best life together, but have not done much traveling recently. Outside of a trip to Colorado … Continue reading →

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18 Magnificent and Unique Waterfalls From Around the World

Posted on June 7, 2021 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Waterfalls come in many different types including plunge, tier, horsetail, block, cascade, punchbowl and fan.  1. Geiranger, Norway Cruising through the fjords in Norway after spending part of the day in Geiranger, we had this waterfall pointed out to us. … Continue reading →

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30 Remarkable Bridges From Around the World

Posted on May 24, 2021 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

What makes a bridge remarkable? Well in some cases, it is simply because it is famous, beautiful or unique. But in other cases it is due to the location, purpose, size or design. All of these bridges we have walked … Continue reading →

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2016 – Another Year Gets Wrapped Up!

Posted on December 30, 2016 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

December 2016 ~ At home in Southern California Whew, I feel like I am sliding into home plate after a ninth inning Grand Slam. Our year was once again filled to the brim with exciting travel and memorable moments. We managed … Continue reading →

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Maui – The road to Hana

Posted on January 22, 2016 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Sunday, January 17th ~ Maui, Hawaii Taking the road to Hana has been on my wish list since the 1970’s when I visited Maui for the first time. I was so excited when booking an all-day tour that would pick … Continue reading →

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Kauai ~ Wiamea Canyon and beyond

Posted on January 19, 2016 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Saturday, January 16, 2016 ~ Kauai, Hawaii Known as the “Garden Isle”, Kauai is the oldest and fourth largest of the Hawaiian Islands. We were heading out on our own today. Once we disembarked in Nawiliwili (near Lihue), we spotted … Continue reading →

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