Where to Eat on the Big Island of Hawaii
Deciding where to eat on the Big Island of Hawaii can be a daunting task. There are many, many wonderful options. Our list is not designed to provide a definitive ranking, but is rather more driven by the geography of our particular trip. Furthermore, to aid you in locating our choices, we have prepared for [...]
Top 5 Reasons to Choose Dollar Rent A Car on the Big Island of Hawaii
When we visited the Big Island of Hawaii, Dollar Rent a Car was kind enough to provide us a Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo for the week that we were wearing our Roaming Boomer hats. Thank you Dollar Rent A Car! Here are the top five reasons we think that you should make Dollar Rent A [...]
We Visit Hawaii’s Volcano National Park
During our trip to Hawaii, unfortunately, we had only one day available to us to visit Volcano National Park. Just so you know, I think only one day alotted to this National Park is verging on criminal behavior. But alas, such was our journey. We arose for early breakfast at The Palms Cliff House, and [...]
The Palms Cliff House Inn on the Big Island of Hawaii
The Palms Cliff House Inn is perched high on a cliff overlooking the ocean, on the tropical east side of the Big Island of Hawaii, just north of Hilo. When we were considering our lodging options, on the Big Island of Hawaii, we set out to experience a variety of alternatives. We have learned from [...]
Brown’s Beach House Restaurant at The Fairmont Orchid
If I were asked to close my eyes, and imagine the perfect setting for a romantic dinner with my bride of 24 years, then the Brown’s Beach House Restaurant, set inside The Fairmont Orchid Resort, on the Big Island of Hawaii, would exactly fit the picture in my mind. Before I get to the amazing [...]
Dolphins Playing From our Deck
This is a view of Spinner Dolphins from our deck this morning.
Coming Up: Hawaii’s Volcano National Park
We are just back from a day in Hawaii’s Volcano National Park. Stay tuned for our recounting of the experience.
The Fairmont Orchid on the Big Island of Hawaii
The Fairmont Orchid is a magical place of romance, beautiful turquoise waters, endless activities, or simply an incredible place to relax and let your spirit calm. From the moment we drove up to the front door, we could instantly tell that we were in for a memorable experience which all began with huge smiles, and [...]
Big Island Hawaii’s Mauna Kea Visitor Information Center
When you visit the Big Island of Hawaii, one of your must do stops should be the Mauna Kea Visitor Information Center. Mauna Kea is the largest mountain on the planet at a staggering 32,000 feet! What makes this mountain unusual is that only 13,800 feet of it is above sea-level. Because Mauna Kea is [...]
We Arrive at the Fairmont Orchid on the Big Island of Hawaii
Today we relax and enjoy the beautiful Fairmont Orchid Hotel on the beautiful Kohala Coast.
