Forenede StaterHawaiiHawaii CountyKailua-KonaKamakahonu Beach19°38’26” N 155°59’54” W
12. september 2016, Forenede Stater ⋅ 🌙 27 °C
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 neverLæs mere
Forenede StaterHawaiiHawaii CountyMokaokuWaiākea Peninsula19°43’45” N 155°3’55” W
12. september 2016, Forenede Stater ⋅ ☀️ 29 °C
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, andLæs mere
Forenede StaterHawaiiHawaii CountyMokaokuWaiākea Peninsula19°43’46” N 155°3’55” W
14. september 2016, Forenede Stater ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
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,Læs mere
Forenede StaterHawaiiHawaii CountyWaiākeaWaiākea Stream19°42’51” N 155°4’31” W
15. september 2016, Forenede Stater ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
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 gassesLæs mere
Margaret Gooch 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
Forenede StaterHawaiiHonolulu CountyWaikīkīPuaali‘ili‘i21°16’37” N 157°49’39” W
16. september 2016, Forenede Stater ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
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 onLæs mere
Forenede StaterHawaiiHonolulu CountyWaikīkīPuaali‘ili‘i21°16’37” N 157°49’39” W
17. september 2016, Forenede Stater ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
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 resortLæs mere
North Pacific Ocean 21°9’49” N 157°29’38” W
17. september 2016, North Pacific Ocean ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
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, thenLæs mere
North Pacific Ocean 21°9’49” N 157°29’38” W
18. september 2016, North Pacific Ocean ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
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 forLæs mere
North Pacific Ocean 21°9’49” N 157°29’38” W 18. september 2016, North Pacific Ocean ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
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 itLæs mere
AustralienState of QueenslandTownsvilleNelly Bay19°9’20” S 146°50’47” E 21. september 2016, Australien ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
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 nextLæs mere
Margaret Gooch Thanks Gail, it's been wonderful and thanks for sharing the journey. But as you know, there's no place like home!!
Gail Woodward What a fantastic experience Margaret! Something that will stay with you for a lifetime no doubt 👍😄