Hawaii to Maui

We got up very early and packed the suitcases and left the accommodation. We then drove an hour and a half over the mountain pass in the rain and dark to Hilo airport. We filled up with petrol and then dropped off the rental car before checking in for our flight.

We found some coffee and then boarded our flight to Maui. The flight was very quick and we landed in Kahului and picked up a new rental car.

First we drove north to a cafe in Lahaina where I had a delicious brunch. We then braved the Christmas Eve crowds in the supermarket.

After stocking up we drove south and pulled in at an ocean view point. Here we saw lots of humpback whales leaping out of the water and watched them for a while. We then drove to our accommodation and checked in and got settled.

We had dinner in the room.Read more