Good tour of the Kilauea Caldera. This is the volcano that erupted in the spring of 2018. The Caldera is the crater in the middle of the volcano. The caldera was small and a couple of hundred feet wide before the eruption. It is now several miles wide and over 1,600 feet deep. Lucky for […]
Trans Pacific
Blog from Trans Pacific trip
Day 8 – Honolulu
Beautiful day in Honolulu. Last night we left Maui in the dark. The captain had to back out and turn around in strong winds and then get through the narrow harbour entrance. The tug below helped see the right side of the entrance and was available for assistance if required. Went into town to do […]
Day 7 – Rain Forest Hike in Maui
Docked in Kahului at 7:30 am. Great hike/tour in rain forest in the rain. Forded several rivers during the hike as water was risingwith the rain. Tug boat was available to help push us into the dock. Leave tonight at 8pm for Honolulu arrival Sunday morning
Day 6 – 235 miles to Kahului
Last day before Hawaii. Started with coffee on our balcony. Have slowed to 12 knots so we arrive tomorrow morning. Beautiful warm sunny day has gotten everyone out by the pool.
Day 4 – 1/2 Way to Hawaii
Another day at sea. Wind and some waves from E, but also some swell from NW due to a storm up north. Amazing how far waves can travel. Moved our clocks ahead 1 hour last night. Cloudy and low 70’s so routine is breakfast, some walking, a snooze, a swim/whirlpool and the lunch. Lunch today […]
