Thursday, March 25, 2010

Hawaii - Chapter Two

Today was my first full day in Hawaii, and all that I can say is "wow". I covered at least half of Oahu today - no small feat.

After dropping Will off at work today, I headed to "THE breakfast place in Waikīkī" called Jack's. This first adventure of the day was a failure; they are closed until April 2, the day after I leave. I decided to eat a Special K bar from my purse, and it may have been the best breakfast I have ever had. Remember that Hawaii is five hours behind, so while it was 7:00 a.m. here, it was noon at home... I was HUNGRY!

Next began my driving tour of the island. Oahu has three major highways: H1, H2, and (surprise) H3.

This was my view inland on the H1.

And this is toward the water.


This is Diamond Head from afar.


As I worked my way up and down the highways and Kalanianaole Highway, I stopped off at some of the beaches - these photos are a recap.

 
Sandy Beach


Views from Makapu'u Beach


Road View of Mānana (Rabbit) Island and Kāohikaipu Island


  
Waimanalo Beach Park; notice Rabbit Island in Right Photo


View inland from Waimanalo Beach Park

Next stop was Kailua. I really liked this town. I found a great bookshop (bought Death in Venice and a book about a guy sailing the Mediterranean) and looked in antique shops.

 
Lunch at Kalapawai Market in Kailua.

Rachel Ray's favorite sandwich is from here, and I agree with her! I had the Kailua Club: multi-grain bread, avocado spread, pepper turkey, Monterey Jack cheese, lettuce, sprouts, mustard and mayo.

  
This is the Byodo-in Temple, a Buddhist Temple in the Valley of the Temples.


Chinaman's Hat taken from Kualoa Point


As you can tell, I saw a lot. And this last picture was taken at 12:44.. I still have another half of the day to tell you about. It is bed time now.. I'll try to finish the story tomorrow!!

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