Looking for somewhere to spend the night, we came across Earl’s. It is a 1950’s motel. Very nostalgic. Interior of rooms reflect the era with the exception of the large screen TV. I really loved the touch of the handmade quilt on the bed.
It is located near a railroad track and road so if you need quiet for the night, this is not your stop. However, if you want to take a walk back to the 50’s, Earl’s s it.
Room was very clean and friendly staff.
So now I have stood on the corner of Winslow, AZ and I also slept on the corner of Winslow, AZ. For those of you who don’t know, ‘standing on the corner n Winslow, AZ, is a verse from a song, “Take It Easy” by the Eagles.
Hawaii is rich in scenic beauty. The interesting thing about Kona is that it is mostly lava rock. As you drive along the roadside you can see where the lava flowed during the volcanic eruptions.
Kona, Hawaii
We always enjoy finding fabulous waterfalls. Akaka Falls was fabulous. There was the huge falls but while you are making your way toward it you would pass smaller falls hidden in the greenery.
Akaka Falls
Akaka Falls Hawaii
This falls is fabulous. There are several small falls in the same area but the largest one is Akaka Falls.
Akaka Falls, Hawaii
Akaka Falls Hawaii
Walkway to the falls. Although a lengthy walk, the paved path made it easy.
Akaka Falls Hawaii
Lush scenery enveloped us as we walked the lengthy path to the falls.
Akaka Falls, Hawaii
Various colorful flowers grew along the path.
Akaka Falls HawaiiColorful flowers
Akaka Falls Hawaiian flowers on the walk path
Akaka Falls Hawaiian
Akaka Falls, Hawaii
The black sand beach is quite the tourist attraction. The sand is much courser that regular beach sand. This is the area where if you are lucky you can see huge sea turtles. Unfortunately we did not see any.
Kona, Hawaii
Black sand Beach Hawaii
Black sand Beach Hawaii
Seahorse Farm Kona HawaiiI
Seahorse Farm Kona HawaiiI
Seahorses are very fragile so in order to hold them the biologist would carefully wind the tail around your finger.
Seaweed Anyone?? Seahorse Farm Kona Hawaii
Never thought I would try eating seaweed. It was actually quite good but if you didn’t shake a bunch of the sea water off it can be quite salty.
Octopus Farm Kona Hawaii
Octopus Farm Kona Hawaii
Yes, I am playing with an octopus. In order to get their attention, you put your fingers on the surface of the water and move them to get their attention.
Octopus Farm Kona Hawaii
There are many interesting things to do in Hawaii. This is only some of what we saw. We do plan on going back to Hawaii, but to another Island. Really looking forward to that.