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