Category Archives: Maui

Moved to the Westin Resort and Spa

It was quite a culture shock to go from a one-bedroom condo to a single hotel room.  But, wow, what a hotel! We are on the 10th floor and here is what we look out at every day.There are five … Continue reading

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Our last few days at Maui Kai

Ten days of listening to the waves 2/7 has been wonderful!  We are in the Maui Kai (see TripAdvisor info here) on the second floor.  We’ve so enjoyed hanging out on the Lanai and I’ve enjoyed cooking with the ocean … Continue reading

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Maui II, Who cares what day it is! Oh, and Haleakala

Yep, vacation mode has set in. I’m officially chillaxin. Adult beverages are to blame! That and some Jimmy Buffett tunes and my attitude has changed with the latitude.  There’s something about the ocean that makes me feel at ease with … Continue reading

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Maui II, Days 7 and 8, Snorkeling and Dolphins!

Snorkeling. When I think about snorkeling, I think “eh,” why? Why would I want to be on the surface looking down?  Why would I want to be shark bait? I’d rather be scuba diving! Well, when the reef is only … Continue reading

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Maui – Day 6 – Para-Sailing

Have you even been Para-Sailing? We went in Key West a few years ago, but had an unfortunate encounter with the dog on the boat just as we were lifting off and that kind of marred our enjoyment a bit … Continue reading

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Maui II, Days 2-5

We’ve had a few days where we did nothing more then relax and enjoy our surroundings.  So nice to have those. We have a little routine going here. We hang out in the morning while W gets her assignments done … Continue reading

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Maui – Things to DO – Hawaiian Shave Ice

When in Maui, getting a shave ice is a treat.  Getting one from Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice in Lahaina is a Must-Do-No-Matter-What kinda thing.  See TripAdviser reviews here. Rated #1 in all of Maui, over all other restaurant types, is … Continue reading

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Maui II, Day 1

Sunday, Day 1 We got in after dark last night and the room was muggy and hot, so we cranked up the air conditioning and headed to bed. I woke up this morning really really really early. At 5am I … Continue reading

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