Tag Archives: Hawaii

Maui – The road to Hana

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

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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How many letters in the Hawaiian alphabet?

Having been to Honolulu on several occasions over the years, we were looking to see something other than Waikiki beach, Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor or the Polynesian Cultural Center. Our choice – “Monarchs and Missionaries: Hawaii’s Royal History”. Here is … Continue reading

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What do you do on “AT SEA” days?

Ruby Princess Cruise to Hawaii We got a last minute surprise upgrade to a balcony cabin. I’m not sure the reason, but perhaps because we are at the Platinum level of their frequent cruisers program (Captain’s Circle). This is cruise … Continue reading

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Our travel plans for 2016 (so far)

January ~ Canoga Park and Arrowbear Lakes, California For 2016, we decided to travel on the odd months, and stay in So California on even months. We will see how that works out, but that was my starting point for mapping … Continue reading

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