The clouds began to part way as the aircraft descended closer to Irish soil. I had never seen so many shades of green in my life. It looked as if Mother Earth had tucked Ireland nice and taught underneath a beautiful quilt of the finest green patches. The tires of the plane screeched as the... Continue Reading →
Day 5- Flying Somewhere Over the U.S.
I gave the outside of the airplane a secret pat as I crossed the threshold to get onboard. I found my seat complete and waiting for me with a tiny airplane pillow and shrink wrapped blanket. This little spot would be my bed for the evening. I tucked my backpack and purse under the... Continue Reading →
Day 3-Hamakua Coast, Big Island Farms, Ironman Championships, Waimea Bay
If I had a case of jet lag then it was working in my favor because I was wide awake before the alarm went off which is very unusual for me. I was showered, dressed and sitting at a table before the breakfast rush of people had arrived. Breakfast once again was delicious or seemed... Continue Reading →
Day 2- Part 2 Kailua-Kona
My first complete day on the big island of Hawaii was coming to end. I was very much enjoying the vibe that this island offered. Kailua-Kona seemed to have a laid back small town feel to it that truly made it feel like time slowed down, this vacation was turning out to be just... Continue Reading →
Day 2: Part 1-Waikoloa Village and Hapuna Beach
It was 5 am as I lay in bed wide awake. In reality it was already 8 am in Arizona so that would explain why I felt rested and ready to conquer the day although the thought of getting out of bed at that hour when I din't have to sounded too bizarre. After about... Continue Reading →
Summer Travel: Why You Should Just Go With It
I was torn, should I visit France or Hawaii this summer? Both places were equally important for me to visit. If I decided on Hawaii then I could meet up with Daniel during his month long internship at Big Island Farms in Hawaii. If I visited France then I'd be able to see Paris perform... Continue Reading →
Honolulu As Seen Through My Eyes
Hawaii a volcanic archipelago in the middle of the Pacific Ocean and the 50th state for Americans.  A 7 hour flight from LAX will get you to a place that many call paradise. A Bayan tree absorbing the rays of the setting sun. A Hawaiian suset. A quaint public park with a spectacular view. Hawaiian... Continue Reading →