March 20, 2017
The trade winds finally started to blow and clear out the haze that has lingered over the Islands since we arrived providing some spectacular sunsets.

March 18, 2017
On our first couple of trips to Hawaii in the 1970s, Wardair would serve free Mai Tai's on the flight over. Those days are long gone but you can still get a "Royal" Mai Tai at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel.

March 17, 2017
What used to be the largest St Patrick's Day parade outside of New York and Boston, the Honolulu St Patrick's Day parade was only a shadow of its former self. About 20 minutes long with 3 or 4 really good bands and several sports cars was about it. But we can still salute Primo Beer.

March 14, 2017
We have enjoyed really nice weather since we arrived except for the first evening downpour. It hasn't been so on northern Oahu, Maui and the big Island as heavy rains caused flooding in many areas last week. There were lots of activities going on here in Waikiki, a volleyball tournament, hula lessons, and of course, surfing.

March 12, 2017
This past weekend was the Honolulu Festival which promotes understanding, economic cooperation, and ethnic harmony between the people of Hawaii and the Pacific Rim region. A 2 hour long parade (longest parade I have seen without a horse in it) highlighting marching bands, dance groups, queens and princesses from many Pacific countries displayed their customs, all followed with a spectacular fireworks display.

March 10, 2017
The full moon this week provided a brilliant "moonset" off of Waikiki however a heavy mist on the horizon spoiled the effect. This picture was the best I could do. The other picture proves that I am actually here.

March 8, 2017
We have spent our first few days here getting supplies at Costco, Ala Moana, and Wards. Still had time to get in a stroll on the beach. Here are some pictures of the local scenery.

March 6, 2017
Getting settled in, we enjoyed a nice lunch at Duke's, one of our favourites. The lady opposite us on the right had an unusual drink that came with a back scratcher. It's called a "tropical itch". We decided to pass.