Happy #thinkingoutloud Thursday! No idea what I’m going on about? Click here!
1. I’ve been missing your friendly faces! It’s been kind of strange not blogging on the regular, but I have to admit that it’s been really nice to disconnect and take the time off as well. I was hoping to get a post up before today, but the only place I have a wifi connection is in our hotel room, which I basically only come to when I need to sleep pass out. This is actually probably only the second time I’ve turned on my computer since I’ve been here, but I’ve been trying to post to Instagram daily, so there’s that 😉
2. Instead, I’ve been spending most of my time here…
It’s funny. I’ve always said I’m not much of a beaches and oceans kind of girl, but give me some big waves to play in and I’ll be all over that like white on rice. I’m no good at laying out by the pool or on the beach since I get too bored/hot and want to call it quits after about 15 minutes, but things like bodysurfing and snorkelling I can do all day. So.much.fun. And less chance to burn to a crisp.
3. Speaking of burning to a crisp… I didn’t manage to avoid it completely, but I did manage to do it bizarrely. Things have evened out a bit now, but in the beginning, I was getting burned in patches… where I’d have a small patch of sunburn and the skin all around it would be unaffected and white. Weirdest thing ever. And I’m pretty sure it wasn’t from uneven application of sunscreen…
At least I’ll be going home a few shades darker than when I came, though…
(our first day here was pretty cold and windy)
4. Oh, and in case you’re wondering, I didn’t end up packing my blender like I said I might. The place we’re staying at has a fully equipped kitchen, and there’s a blender in there, but I haven’t even used that because holy.snap is the fruit here expensive! You would think it wouldn’t be since a lot of it is grown locally, but even the little fruit stands on the side of the road charge an arm and a leg. We picked up a bunch of apple bananas the other day, and they were 50 cents a piece… for a teeny, tiny banana that basically fits in the palm of your hand.
5. But that’s okay because the [free] views more than make up for it…
We’ll talk deets later 🙂
6. I think my favourite times have got to be the sunsets, though. You can literally watch the sun sink down into the ocean, and the change in light is almost instantaneous. It’s gorgeous and peaceful and wonderful, but I would love it even more if I had a chance to see a green flash. 4 more sunsets to go!
7. I’ve seen a lot of whales, though. We’ll actually be going out on a whale watching boat later today, but Maui is apparently really popular with the whales at this time of the year, and you can see tonnes of them from right on the beach. It’s pretty incredible, especially when you catch a full breach… which I never seem to have my camera out for. Lots of backs, flippers, and tails though!
8. There’s also a pretty impressive population of wild chickens. Nowhere near the amount that were on Kauai, but they’re still pretty plentiful. We actually have a resident chicken that lives in the bushes outside of the place we’re staying at. I named her “Frank.”
9. Hammocks are complicated things… That’s all I’m saying about that. And road maps never fold back to their original shape. Oh! And selfie sticks are everywhere.
10. Alrighty, friendly faces, that’s it for me today! Off to see the whales and [hopefully] some turtles when we go snorkelling later. Hope you’re all doing amazing, and I’ll talk to you again soon!
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Oh Amanda the views are so pretty and I love the sunrises and sunsets as well. I had never heard of the green flash, learned something new today! You would think the fruit would be a lot cheaper too…weird. Naming the chicken Frank cracked me up! See I have chickens and I’d feel right at home seeing “Frank” every day! Ha!!!
Wow Hawaii is GORGEOUS. Sunrises and sunsets get me every time. They make the early morning runs and the walks home after work worth it. Enjoy your last couple of days there!
Oh wow, that is so awesome that you are seeing whales!!! I’m glad you’re having a good time 🙂
You’re making me miss Maui so much! I assume you went to big beach. The waves there are insane!
I loved the whale watching in Maui. I never went on a tour but you see so many of them right from shore I didn’t feel I had to.
That’s it. I am PACKING my bags and leaving the cold state of Iowa. haha. I wish. Your images are stunning and I love “Frank” ! I am glad you’re unwinding and having such a wonderful time there. Be careful about the uneven sunscreen applications and ouch on the price of bananas! Yikes!
Hi Amanda! I’m so glad you’re having a good time. But really, how could you not? The patchy sunburn? So annoying! Take great pictures of the whales! I’ve always wanted to go to Hawaii. Hoping to get there one day! Happy Thinking Out Loud! 🙂
Beautiful photos! So jealous — I’m not too much of a beach person either, but since we still have snow on the ground in New England…that sunshine is gorgeous!
Oh wow Maui is stunning!!! I used to love mountains and what not – but I love me so waves these days – it all started with a visit to Charleston SC a few years ago! Cannot wait to hear about your whale watching trip – I love whales – they are so incredibly majestic (at least that’s my opinion)! Hoping you enjoy the rest of your stay!
xx
That looks amazing!! It really couldn’t be any prettier!!
ahhhh these pix are gorgeous. love those big waves! i’m totally an oceans/beach girl and swear i was born on the wrong coast — my little soul belongs in Cali or Hawaii! enjoy the rest of your trip.
I am allll kinds of jealous. I’ve always wanted to go to Hawaii!
What a paradise you are in girl! Ugh…your photos are breathtaking! I hope you are having an enjoyable trip and not falling out of too many hammocks! 😉
Hawaii was my all time favorite vacation spot! Enjoy!
Oh wow! I wish I was back on Maui now! Can’t wait to read your recap. I recognized most of your pictures already.
Thanks for taking time out of your vaca for the linkup!
Oh it’s just gorgeous! I have always wanted to go to Hawaii. I’ve heard the water is really cold. Is that true? Cold or not – it’s pretty!!
loooovin all these gorgeous photos!!!!
I can’t get enough of those pictures! SO beautiful. Hope you enjoy the rest of your trip 🙂
Oh my gosh it looks so gorgeous!!! Enjoy the rest of your vacation!!
This makes me wish I was somewhere warm enough to enjoy the beach!! Also, I went whale watching when I went to Vancouver when I was 12-ish and it was amazing – I’m sure it’ll be incredibly in Hawaii!
enjoy sweet friend! did you know we used to live there? So maybe we all move back and enjoy the surf, ok? stay put!
Pictures are amazing! Glad to hear you enjoy the beach time and didn’t get burned too much. I wouldn’t want to leave!
Absolutely breath-taking!!!! Looks like you are having an amazing time:) I’m glad you are taking the time to truly unplug and enjoy it all – but I have enjoyed the pics on Instagram!! Have fun snorkeling!
Looks lovely! I’m heading off to the beach this weekend and am looking forward to getting away…
Those pics are amazing girl! And I’m glad to hear you have only switched on the computer twice, means you are having lots and lots of fun! Soak in some sun for me! X
The sunsets were my favorite part of Hawaii too! Looks like you are having an amazing time! I love laying out at the beach or by the pool and somehow manage to not get bored:) Enjoy the rest of your trip!
Some gorgeous photos! Looks like you are having a blast!
I think Frank is a good name for a chicken. Perfectly fitting; I can totally see it.
Also, I miss your face too. Come back relaxed and evenly tan please. 😉
Oh my gooses, how GORGEOUS! WHALES! I mean, wow!
Gorgeous! Looks like a great trip!
What a terrible piece of real estate that you’ve found! I’be been watching (ish) Hawaii Five O on Netflix and it has me craving a return to the islands. There is just nothing like that place
OMG those beaches- looks heavenly…I don’t blame you if you decide to “miss” your flight home–> I would do the same ;)! Glad you are having a wonderful vacay, Amanda!
sunsets at the beach are my favorite!!
Haaaa I’ve gotten burnt in patches many times, but it’s always from my uneven application of sunscreen. Glad you’re having a good time despite the expensive nanners.
It sounds like you are having a great time over there. I am always jealous of the vacations you take. I could use a warm weather vacation right now. 😉
Love the pictures and happy you didn’t get burned! A little blotchy tan would be good right now for me I think! I miss he beach so much.
I totally know the view in #2  and it actually made me miss Maui. Thanks for triggering memories 🙂
Enjoy your 4 more nights of glorious sunsets.
Bananas. BANANAS. How dare they be so expensive.
Your selfie reminds me that I need to do something…..
So glad you are having fun! I totally miss you and can’t wait to catch up!
Wow, just stunning pictures, and I’m loving keeping up with the pics on Instagram too. Seems like you are having a well deserved amazing time there. Good for you! 😀