We stopped on Saturday to check out Lanikea "Turtle" Beach, just east of Haleiwa on the North Shore. Plentiful food amongst the rocks here attracts large sea turtles, although, in the winter the strong waves along the North Shore discourage them from coming. Hoping to get lucky, we checked it out, but only heard the report of a couple turtles swimming out in the water. We'll try again before we leave.
Turtle watch on Lanikea Beach
I was a little horrified to realize this, but visiting the touristy and gorgeous Dole Plantation felt finally like we were on vacation. Staying at a very small, budget location on the North Shore, with a living room view of the carport, along with loud traffic on Kamehameha Highway just two car-lengths from our doorstep and no shops or stores close by, has taken us some adjustment time. There is a big difference between waking up to the sound of tropical birds with waves crashing in the background and the sound of the neighbors yappy dog, punctuated by motorcycles ripping by. I am not complaining, because I know we are lucky to be here, but was surprised by how wonderful it felt to be in a beautiful, serene place.
Hibiscus in the Botanical Garden at Dole Plantation
Train Ride Throughout the Plantation
We enjoyed the train ride, as well as the maze. The maze, made up in part of hibiscus bushes, is huge and provided an entertaining father/daughter vs mother/son race. We found a peacock and chickens throughout the maze, and although the results were within minutes (they time you when you go in and leave), father & daughter triumphed.
Wrapping things up with a Dole Whip, complete with fresh pineapples on top.
3 comments:
Beautiful! Oo that looks so yummy! We are looking forward to snow in New Mexico! I need to buy a coat before I leave! Ha! Loving all the pictures! <3
~N~
A maze with tons of hibiscus! Awesome!!!
mmm, that Dole whip looks good. Sorry about the road noise at your apartment.
Post a Comment