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December 27, 2018

Mele Kalikimaka

by safarisogood

It seems odd to wake and realize it is Christmas Day. There is another rainbow – a vibrant full semi-circle that sits on the horizon of the ocean. A breathtaking site. I think of my kids and grandkids and hope they are having a good Christmas.

I make breakfast this day, for a change—biscuits (canned, but still good), sausage gravy, sausage, scrambled eggs, and fresh papaya. It was quite good, if I do say so myself.

We go Snorkeling one last time at Kaanapali Beach/Black Rock. Saw lots of different fish and a couple young turtles.  Mary and Peter try paddle boarding. It was crazy crowded.

That evening we drive the short distance to Dukes Restaurant, which is on the beach. We indulge by sharing another piece of Hula Pie per couple. The damn things are huge, but we have absolutely no problem cleaning our respective plates.

A rainbow a day. This one is coming right out of the ocean.

You can see the whole thing (my I-Pad didn’t quite capture each end and I was afraid to go get my camera because rainbows come and go so quickly).

It’s a gecko on the wall next to our table! Not an unusual site anywhere that is open to outside.

Dinner at Duke’s on the Beach – we can see the ocean from our table.

Our last morning – a Mauimosa for breakfast.

OMG – candied bacon! Because plain bacon is just not fattening enough.

At the airport. I forgot to show you my new suitcase. Got this from my son and daughter-in-law for Christmas. LOVE it!

Christmas in Hawaii was wonderful, but I did miss the family.  Mary and Peter are good travel companions.  They are easygoing and such a sweet couple – will definitely travel with them again if they are willing to put up with us!

Until our next adventure — Aloha A Hui Hou Kakou!

December 27, 2018

The Feast at Lele

by safarisogood

We eat breakfast again at Slappy Cakes and it does not disappoint. Midday, Mary decides she wants to go shopping, so we head to the Outlets. Mary finds a lovely wrap for her bathing suit and I snag a cute T-shirt from Kate Spade at 60% off.

Christmas Eve we head to Lahaina for the best Luau on Maui – The Feast at Lele. Unlike most Luaus, this one is a sit down service Luau, not a buffet. There are 4 entree courses, each accompanied by the dance which represents the region from which the inhabitants of the islands come; including Hawaiin, Tahitian, Samoan, and New Zealand.

We watched the sun set as we enjoyed drinks at our table on the sand. The beautiful dance of Hawaii actually chokes me up as it is so moving and the Hawaiin women dancing so incredibly beautiful.

Welcome drinks! Let the party begin!

Michael with a sunset backdrop.

We received real flower leis when we arrived.

Michael and Peter at our table. You can see the stage to Peter’s right.

Nothing like a Hawaiian sunset.

Colors

One of 4 entrees – shrimp w/ papaya, seafood stew, chicken w/teriyaki sauce and mango.

Old people doing the Shaka (hang loose) sign is kind of funny, right?