Finally home

Got on the plane at 1.30pm on the 19th September, crossed over the international date line, and arrived in Sydney about 8.30pm on the 20th. Stayed at the Ibis hotel near the airport, and the nextRead more
Got on the plane at 1.30pm on the 19th September, crossed over the international date line, and arrived in Sydney about 8.30pm on the 20th. Stayed at the Ibis hotel near the airport, and the nextRead more
In the afternoon I walked along the beach, having one last swim and stroll through the second most interesting resort in Waikiki. I think it is called the Royal Hawaiian, but in my mind I refer to itRead more
Had another relaxing day, beginning with yoga in front of the resort. After breakfast I went for a walk and discovered a fabulous shop selling antiques and aloha shirts. Of course I got a couple forRead more
Saturday evening was a pleasant surprise! I decided to go for a walk into the main street of Waikiki. First, I watched the sun sink below the horizon dotted with yachts full of sunset revellers, thenRead more
Spent a lazy day exploring the historic Moana Surfrider at Waikiki, constructed in 1916. It was the first resort to be built in Waikiki, and a preferred destination for Hawaiian royalty. The resortRead more
Flew back from Hilo to Honolulu yesterday. The flight took one hour. Then I waited three hours at the airport for the Speedy Shuttle! {sigh!!} ☹️
I got here eventually though, in time to walk onRead more
Well I almost didn't go on the boat trip of a life time as I thought it was over-priced. But how glad I am that I went! Even the crew were awe-struck! As we neared the voluminous smoke and gassesRead more
Yes it was truly amazing and heart stopping! I can't believe how close the boat got, and the captain hauled in a bucket of almost boiling sea water
Had another great day exploring the southern part of Hawaii from Hilo, the largest town on the island. Apparently it rains everyday here and yesterday was no exception. There were flash floods,Read more
Had a great day touring the whole island of Hawaii, located in the county of Hawaii, in the state of Hawaii. Saw lava splashing in the caldera of Kilauea Volcano, walked through a short lava tube, andRead more
Last night I went on a 'bucket list' swim with manta rays - one of the most sensational experiences of a lifetime. I have dived in the presence of the majestic animals years ago, but I have neverRead more
What a fantastic experience Margaret! Something that will stay with you for a lifetime no doubt 👍😄
Welcome back 😄
Thanks Gail, it's been wonderful and thanks for sharing the journey. But as you know, there's no place like home!!
Loved seeing and hearing about your journey x