Must see/do things in Hawaii

[Clawhammer]

Have fun, safe travels! Take a lot of pictures!

[two utes]

Have fun, safe travels! Take a lot of pictures!

Will do! Thanks Eric

[CliffsDiscus]

I just got back from Hawaii, check the pineapple gummy bears sold at ABC stores also check out Big Island Candy store.

Cliff

[two utes]

I've just returned from my trip to Kona, and Honalulu, and had an absolute ball!
We accomplished what we set out to do,and that was to catch my wife her very first marlin. We tagged and released an approx' 150lb Pacific Blue Marlin on the boat we chartered called Fire Hatt. My wife was very excited and overwhelmed by the experience, and now knows why l love marlin fishing so much.

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We stayed at the Hyatt in Kona, and had a lovely view from our balcony where we spent some time drinking our favorite beverages. The sandy beach was only a very short walk infront of the hotel, and we got to swim with sea turtles on a few occasions. My wife loved the new experience.

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With our fishing charter out of the way we decided to do a 2hr helicopter joy ride around the island with 'Blue Hawaiin Helicopters'

Flying over volcano creators and seeing lava flow was a real treat, but the view of the Waimanu Valley with all its flowing waterfalls was truly spectacular.

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[two utes]

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As it was suggested on here Honolulu was truly a buzz with lots of tourists, high rises and shopping centers, but we took advantage of the shopping at the premium outlets and ventured out to see some of the sights.I really liked snorkeling at Hanamua Bay Nature Reserve, and the hike up to Diamond Head.
We once again secured a view from our hotel room, and enjoyed watch the surfers through out the day no matter how early or late it was in the day.

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I could not leave Honolulu without paying a visit to my favorite eatery.....the buffalo wings are to die for

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[two utes]

Looking forward to going back to Kona, and visiting some of the other islands for sure.

ALOHA!!

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[two utes]

I just got back from Hawaii, check the pineapple gummy bears sold at ABC stores also check out Big Island Candy store.

Cliff

Those ABC stores where everywhere...we shopped there everyday, and is also where we purchased our beverages

[true2uroots]

I never thought I would see another ABC store in America, but saw one at Las Vegas strip lol. Great photos!

[Phillydubs]

Amazing pics!!! Has me day dreaming to my time there! Cool shots!!!

Nice to see how a discus champ vacations

!!!!!

[Disgirl]

Thanks for posting all those great pics Joe! I bet you both had a hard time leaving paradise huh? I wish we could go again.
Barb

[Clawhammer]

Wow! Hawaii just moved up a couple spots on my list!