Detailed Vacation Plans for Various Destinations
Hawaii
13 Days in Paradise ~ Hawaii Itinerary
Hawaii Trip ~ Day One – The Adventure Begins
Lava Rock Beaches on the Big Island
Flying High ~ An Aerial View of Kilauea
If turtles (or surfing) are your thing, the best place to visit is Ho’okipa Beach on the North Shore of Maui, a bit past the main strip in Paia. On the final day of our visit, Maui sent us off with the delightful experience of seeing over 200 Green Sea Turtles (Honu) basking on the sandy beach at Ho’okipa.
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Kepaniwai Park is a free public park which pays tribute to the different cultures that have influenced the island’s history. It is located down the street from Iao Valley State Monument Park.
The park is nestled in the verdant mountainous area of central Maui.
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Filled with towering peaks, verdant mountainsides and valleys, and a rambling stream, Iao Valley State Monument Park is a beautiful place to visit. Be prepared for rain, as the park is the second wettest place on the Hawaiian Islands.
Although the park is 6.2 acres,
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The Olivene Tide Pools are located 4 miles past the Nakalele Blowhole on Maui’s north side. They have received much hype in recent years, but are they worth the time to visit? I may be in the minority, but my opinion is no.
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Watching the sun dip down behind the vast expanse of the ocean from high atop the cliffs in San Diego is a delightful experience. The Sunset Cliffs in San Diego offer the best views.
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park is about 20 minutes from the airport.
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The most important thing to know when planning a visit to the Point Loma tide pools is when it is low tide! The only time to completely explore the tide pool areas are from mid-September through mid-April. During the rest of the year, low tide occurs when the park is closed.
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Seaport Village and the Embarcadero in San Diego offer something for everyone. You will find shopping, restaurants, museums, boat tours and stunning views of the Big Bay.
After spending the past three days in 100+ degree heat, I decided that I’d like to spend the morning shopping in air-conditioned stores.
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The Botanical Building in Balboa Park was built in 1915 for the Panama-California Exposition. It is open from 10am – 4pm daily, closed on Thursdays and holidays. As an additional bonus, besides being surrounded by beauty, it won’t cost you a dime. Entrance into the Botanical Building is always free.
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If you are looking for a delightful, serene location to spend a few hours while visiting San Diego head over to the Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park. The 7 acre garden is filled with meandering walking paths, ponds, waterfalls, and beautiful landscaping. There are many benches spread throughout the garden offering places to rest and enjoy the relaxing environment.
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Balboa Park in San Diego boasts 13 separate gardens. They are all free to walk through, with the exception of the Japanese Friendship Garden. The gardens are spread throughout the park and you could easily spend the majority of a day walking through them. I will be highlighting the Desert Garden,
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