Weekend on the Big Island
A short 20 minute drive north of the airport is our VRBO home for the weekend, at Residences of Laule'a at Mauna Lani Resort.
Some pics from VRBO.com and paradiseinhawaii.com
And our view...
Welcome mai tai compliments of Chef Kathy, our chef for the weekend.
Pupus before dinner.
Beautiful sunset.
Amazing miso charred snapper.
Morning at Mauna Lani Beach Club.
More food highlights.
Yummy Lamb chops.
Another glorious sunset.
Next morning, birthday breakfast for Mrs. SFO777 with pics from over the years.
This morning we're off to see the dolphins at Waikoloa. Pic courtesy of Hilton Waikoloa.
Heading off to see the dolphins.
So cool.
Birthday dinner tonight is at one of our favorite Big Island restaurants, The Canoe House at Mauni Lani.
Incredible beef and foie gras gyoza.
Fabulous Lobster tempura.
Another gorgeous sunset.
Today's Fresh Local Catch - mahi mahi. Wow.
Yummy Garlic Fried Rice.
The next morning, Hawaiian Sweet Bread French Toast...
... then up to Waimea and fun at Anuenue Playground at Waimea Park.
Then lunch at Merriman's, another old fave.
Mai Tai Monday with lilikoi whip topping.
Delicious Kalua Pork Sandwich.
Late afternoon exploring the neighborhood with the kiddos.
Later that day, make your own kailua pork tacos for our last dinner of the trip.
Courtesy: STAjets.com
Courtesy: STAjets.com
