Tag Archives: Maui

Makawao is Definitely a Wow

Posted on May 14, 2012 by pearlsandprose

One of my favorite towns on Maui was Makawao. According to about.com, one of the most popular rodeos in Hawaii occurs there on July fourth. “Paniolos” were the first cowboys in the United States. Long before there were cowboys in … Continue reading →

Posted in photography | Tagged boutiques, hand towels, Hawaii, linens, Makawao, Maui, picture frame, sneakers, tray, Upcountry | 12 Comments

Flying Over Maui

Posted on May 9, 2012 by pearlsandprose

I bought an iPad the week before going to Hawaii, but didn’t use the camera on it until we flew from Maui to Kauai. These were taken through a small, spotty airplane window, but the iPad camera produced some pretty … Continue reading →

Posted in photography | Tagged airplane window, iPad camera, Maui, propeller | 12 Comments

Tropical Bouquet

Posted on May 4, 2012 by pearlsandprose

Between our Maui condo and the parking lot was this beautiful collection of bougainvillea. I’ve seen one or two colors amassed before, but not this many. . . . You can see more of the purple in this instagram version: … Continue reading →

Posted in photography | Tagged Hawaii, Instagram, Maui, multicolored bougainvillea | 6 Comments

Chillin’ in Lahaina

Posted on May 2, 2012 by pearlsandprose

The town of Lahaina, Maui, was once the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii and a major whaling center. Now it’s a mix of great shops and restaurants where you can have lunch and look at this view of the … Continue reading →

Posted in photography | Tagged aloha sign, beach cruiser, Hawaii, hibiscus, Lahaina, Lanai, male figurehead, Maui, saxophonist on the beach, wood carver | 16 Comments

Back on the Road to Hana

Posted on April 30, 2012 by pearlsandprose

OK, we’re on the road to Hana again. More views of the lush vegetation and incredibly blue Pacific. . . . I don’t know the name of this plant, but they were all over: After driving and sightseeing for two … Continue reading →

Posted in photography | Tagged banana tree, bananas, Hawaii, Maui, Pacific Ocean, red jeep, Road to Hana, road to Hana tile, tropical flower | 11 Comments

The Long and Winding Road to Hana

Posted on April 27, 2012 by pearlsandprose

On the island of Maui, there’s a route called the Road to Hana and it’s fairly well known. I had read that it was pretty challenging, so asked a few friends about it. One replied,”The road to Hana? Oh, it’s … Continue reading →

Posted in photography | Tagged African Tulip tree, Hawaii, Maui, old bridge, Pacific Ocean, palm frond baskets, Road to Hana, views | 24 Comments

Back from Hawaii

Posted on April 25, 2012 by pearlsandprose

Hi everyone. . .I’m back, but a little jet lagged and sorting through hundreds of photos. The trip to Hawaii was fantastic, and I look forward to sharing some of the images with you on Friday. In the meantime, here’s … Continue reading →

Posted in photography | Tagged Hawaii, Maui, pink hibiscus | 12 Comments

A break from the sleet, slush and snow….

Posted on January 27, 2011 by pearlsandprose

Since the weather is alternating between sleet, snow and rain this morning, I thought I’d take a virtual trip back to Hawaii. Some very dear friends took me on a cruise there four years ago and it was heaven. I … Continue reading →

Posted in photography, Travel | Tagged "Lost", Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., Hawaii, Kauai, Kona, La Haina, Maui, Na Pali coast, plumeria, tropical plantation | 10 Comments