The complex is only a block off the famous beach area of Waikiki. It is located on the southern end of Waikiki close to the zoo. Depending on the unit you chose, there are views of the mountains, Waikiki Beach and even Diamond Head. There are several booking agencies that deal with the Banyan. Our last two times have been…
“It has never failed to spout!” Having visited Kauai five times, the Spouting Horn has never failed to spout, at least on our visits. Although some days it can go well over fifty feet.Located in Poipu, on the South Shore, it is fairly easy to find. There is no fee and you can stay here as long as you want.The…
Unlike Maui and the Big Island, the road ends at the Na Pali coastline nine miles from Hanalei. A life guard shack at Ke’e Beach will stop you on route 560. People come here to swim and snorkel. But, the major activity is to walk the Kalalau Trail. It goes for 11 miles, but it is rugged. We did…
After leaving the Garden Inn, we went to the north shore area called Princeville. There is a beautiful fountain that greets you, many times never on. We are staying at the Hanalei Bay Resorts. It is a beautiful complex in many ways that overlooks the mountains most often referred to as “Bali Hai.” The Princeville golf course is arguably one…
There is no doubt that Sailors Return is in the right location. Overlooking the marina that faces the St. Lucie River, there are many occasions that you can catch a beautiful sunset. The owners, Bob and Tracy Davis, once operated a popular restaurant in town called, “The Jolly Sailor Pub.” The original Irish flair can still be had on the…
We awoke to a rainy Sunday morning. Unfortunately in Kona, we had sent our rain coats home via the post office. We said our good-bye’s to the Garden Inn owners, Steve and Lis Layne. They are good people and hopefully we will keep in contact. We noticed a number of churches filled with people. Hawaii is religious. Any type…
We are about at the half way point of our sojourn. How quickly fifty days can go by so very fast. Having time to explore, we walked around the historic town of Koloa. This was the center for sugar and the many of the early 20th century buildings still exist as boutique shops. At Pizzetta, a restaurant in Koloa, we…
Touchdown! A group of young men and women were playing touch football in the Nawiliwili Park. There were a number of chickens running around too. My high school football coach, Gary Preisser, would have been impressed with one of the quarterbacks. Kathie said I should go out and join them. I quickly thought twice about it grabbing my hamstring. Football is part…
“Awesome views, good eats” We were given a tip to come here and try the delicious food. A bit pricy, but good. We ate here several times during lunch.The view of the sea and bay are memorable. There are plenty of seats that face outward to a green lawn that turns into a wavy sea. You may even see a…
“Major differences from our first visit in 2007” We were surprised a bus now takes you to the estate on a paved road. In 2007 we were on a “Disney” like tram on a dirt road.We also remember the tour cost $30 dollars in 2007, now the price is $40. We were able to lower that expense by having a…