Our trip to South Point was filled with wonder and unnecessary stress. The wonder was due to the incredible landscape where we crossed through lava flows, then back into forest, and back again. The stress was the needle on the gas gauge dropping faster than I’d expected.We can chalk the stress up to “different car syndrome” or, if you’d prefer, bad judgment. Either way, we … [Read more...] about South Point or bust!
Big Island
The road to Kona
The road to Kona from Waimea takes in many changes in scenery. Most of the tourists probably make the drive using the Queen K Highway, which is shown on maps as Highway 19. That coastal route has some of the same changes in scenery seen along the Hawaii Belt Road, but also misses some of the beauty of this inland route.From the rolling hills of the upcountry to the lava … [Read more...] about The road to Kona
Big Island Upcountry – stunning scenery and cool nights
On the Big Island, they call this part of the island Upcountry. It’s home to beautiful Rolling Hills, cattle, cowboys, and incredibly friendly people. During our two-day stay in Waimea, which is also known as Kamuela, depending on who you happen to be talking to at the time, we discovered that upcountry also has some excellent restaurants. One in particular, Merriman’s, has a … [Read more...] about Big Island Upcountry – stunning scenery and cool nights
Six tips to avoid disaster after a disaster
What two things are guaranteed to never show up on a bucket list? First, how about becoming the victim of a natural disaster? Nobody wants that. But, if that disaster does strike, the next item guaranteed to be on that list is having someone scam you while you’re trying to recover.One of the side effects of Tropical Storm Iselle was to provide an early reminder that the … [Read more...] about Six tips to avoid disaster after a disaster
Mauna Kea Resort – even the grounds are wow
The Mauna Kea Resort on the Big Island is an example of pure wow. Even the grounds are lush and beautifully manicured. With artwork scattered throughout the grounds, the resort feels more like a “tropical experience” than a place to stay. Not much has changed since the last time we were here, which has been many years. The resort still looks as good today as it did on our … [Read more...] about Mauna Kea Resort – even the grounds are wow