Waimea Canyon Lookout
December 11, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 22 °C
The Waimea Canyon is the Asia Pacific Version of the Grand Canyon and there are definitely some similarities.
Awa‘awapuhi Hike
December 11, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 22 °C
No trip without a nice hike. The way to the lookout was 5.3km downwards which is a little tough cause you have to go all the way up in the end. But to be honest, the views are absolutely worth it!
One of the wettest spots on Earth
December 11, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C
Well we can not always be by lucky with everything. Two lookouts we visited after the Awa’awapuhi hike to maybe see the sunset from were quite foggy but nevertheless that’s also magic.
Hanalei
December 12, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
Went surfing today while Michelle was doing the Kalalau Trail which I did end of October. Waves were rough and definitely not ideal for a short board but most importantly I had fun being in the water.Read more
Kalalea Juice Hale
December 12, 2019 in the United States ⋅ 🌧 24 °C
Second time on the island, so I can’t leave without having eaten another nice smoothie bowl.
Christmas decorations
December 12, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 22 °C
After we fueled up our car and went towards the airport we found a neighborhood with nicely decorated houses. We spent 10 minutes just driving around there and admiring the decorations.
Kapiolani Park sunrise
December 14, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C
Today was Michelle’s last day and I decided to see the sunrise for one last time and combine it with a short morning run. Fun fact: I wanted to make it more like a morning walk but after the sun wasRead more
Welcome to LA
December 15, 2019 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 11 °C
After an incredible time on Oahu my journey comes to an end. However, I have a short stopover in LA, to acclimate.
Santa Monica
December 16, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 16 °C
Today I rented a small car and drove to Santa Monica. Drove 22km and it took me a miraculous 1 hour 45 minutes to get there. But worth it anyways.
Venice Beach Sunset
December 16, 2019 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 17 °C
I realized the sun here sets even an hour before it does in Hawaii so I had to be quick to capture its beauty at Venice Beach. I just couldn’t get enough but I got so freezing once the sun had setRead more
Universal Studios
December 17, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C
Felt like a child again and I honestly got sooo excited when I saw Hogsmeade and the rest of the Harry Potter world.
I also did the Studio Tour and drove through some movie sets. I even saw parts ofRead more
Universal Studio
December 17, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
Just some more impressions.
Greystone Mansion
December 18, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
Cool Mansion in Beverly Hills were for example scenes for Gillmore Girls were shot. From one of the many outside balconies you also have a nice view over LA. I can just imagine why so many people wantRead more
Beverly Hills/ Rodeo Drive
December 18, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
No visit to Beverly Hills without a quick stop at Rodeo Drive. Although all the shops are way above my budget it’s always nice to have a look.
Hollwood/ Walk of Fame
December 18, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
Very touristy but what else to expect. Still nice though to walk around trying to spot your favorite actors.
