Did you end your year on a high note?
I came close with a fantastic vacation to Maui. Once I stepped off the plane, I entered a magical place filled with bright blue skies, a lush rainforest, and clear, crashing waves along the shore. Almost every place we went, it was quiet and serene as if we were pioneers discovering this island.
We could stop by the roadside and trickle down to the shoreline or we can hike a few miles up and get a bird’s eye view of the landscape. We drove around and experienced a few micro-climates from the arid pastures near Kula to the breezy western shores of Kaanapani and the humid rainforest of Hana. Compared to the SF urban jungle and its suburban sprawl, Maui felt…open, wild, and free.
There are some things in life you just can’t buy.
The sky on the road to Hana
A waterfall and pool at Pua’a Ka’a State Park
Snorkeling at Black Rock
Enjoying the sun at Sugar Beach/Charley Young Beach
Watching the waves at Wai‘anapanapa State Park
Have a Happy New Year everyone!
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Happy New Year! What a great way to end 2011. Thank you for sharing your trip with us.
Ahhh so jealous of swimming with the turtles (my favorite animal)! Have a wonderful New Years!
Beautiful pictures! Looks like you are having an awesome time!!
Your photos are so beautiful! I hope I get the chance to visit Maui one day. The scenery looks so relaxing. I hope you have a Happy New Year!
What a dreamy trip! Now you have me all excited for my trip to Mexico.