TravelTalk - Big Island September 2014 - Photos!

Big Island is one of my favorite if not, my favorite island of Hawaii.

This trip was super quick in comparison to my other trips to the Big Island, coupled with two mutes who had the nerve to use the term "socially inept" to talk shit about someone, while their inability to carry a conversation or even initiate one... anyways I shouldn't waste more words on people I will never acknowledge in my life.

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Big Island for me is like what I think people imagine Hawaii to be... If you're thinking of crowded beaches, hotels, resorts and shopping then you should probably stick to Oahu - Waikiki to be specific.

The short time on the Big Island was pretty much hanging out with one of my favorite people +selena summer maxwell, eating, talking, laughing, getting massages, swimming, snorkeling, laughing, eating, eating - did I mention, eating?   

It was also nice to see the group again.  It's quite funny really, I kinda wish I had a group picture.  This is my 2nd time heading to the Big Island where Summer participates in Ladies night - and of course, I am invited - the only one of the opposite sex who has been able to attend (as far as I know).  It was great to catch up, talk story, laugh about new things, eat healthy food.

Well, who knows... one of these days I'll be back - funny thing is it might be sooner than later... 

If you go to the Big Island - they have so many massage schools over there! Go get one or two!  $25 for an hour is a steal!  Kinda want another one now.  

Special thanks to +OnePlus for having a super awesome camera and allowing me to capture memories without bringing my DSLR.

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Mahalo for reading. Until next time.

Quick blurb...

I can't believe it has been forever since I've written a blog.

Actually, I kind of can, when I have too much time on my hands, prioritizing things really isn't all that important.  haha.  Well, I'll be writing a couple of blogs in the next three house about random stuff that pops into my head and past events.

Today is another beautiful day in Hawaii.  Since I've written last time, I've gone to the Big Island, Las Vegas and Los Angeles.  Hung out with friends and even had the chance to make new ones.

So... here comes the blogs...

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Mahalo for reading. Until next time.

2013 - A look back

Wow, another year is coming to a close.  I'm starting to sound like a broken record, but I'm very fortunate.

***Trying this again, my first time writing this was deleted***

Check out my previous End of Year Blogs

CLICK HERE for last year's (2012) A look back...

CLICK HERE for 2011's A look back...

This year has been really amazing.  I am nearly finished with my Master's Degree - starting my thesis this January 2014.  I've also been quite fortunate to travel around this year, both to new places and to familiar places.  This year I've visited Spain (Madrid, Palma Mallorca, Bilbao, Asturias, Valencia), Portugal, United States (Florida, Nevada, California, Hawaii: Oahu, Big Island, Maui), France and Netherlands. Also visited a few new countries this year: Croatia, Hungary and Poland - Not counting this holiday trip in December and January.

I am also simplifying my life.  My following accounts have been deleted: Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, Tumblr.  Sticking to Twitter, and Google+.  I've also deleted my Spanish blog and several other accounts and emails.  I will soon be blogging in Spanish as well via this blog.   

This year, my most popular blogs involved technology.  As most people are becoming more connected and with different technologies emerging (Windows RT, Windows 8, Windows Phone 8, Chromebook, Chromecast, Nokia 41 MP camera!) people are just naturally curious about the new technologies and though there are plenty of technology blogs out there, I actually respond to every single comment I receive!  

2013 - Most viewed blogs

2nd Runner Up - TechTalk - Nokia Lumia 920 - Spinning Gears FIX!

1st Runner Up - Windows Phone 8 - 8.0.10512.142 - 8007000E - Google Contact Sync Problems

MOST VIEWED - TechTalk - How to spot a FAKE Samsung Galaxy Note 3

2013 - Top 3 favorite pictures

It was quite difficult to just pick three pictures considering the amount of adventures I had this year.  I wanted to pick three that were full of joy and emotion and one which was just pretty cool.  Enjoy.

Me - Playa de los cathedrales

Michelle and I - Parasailing

Andrea and I

2013 - My Top 3 most viewed YouTube videos

This year, my most viewed YouTube videos involved male dancers, Surface RT, and Café con leche with Max.  Enjoy!

2nd Runner Up - TravelTalk - Na Kane - Male Revue Show - The Men of Paradise


1st Runner Up - TechTalk - Microsoft Surface RT - App List


MOST VIEWED - Café con leche with Max - Introduction

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Mahalo for reading. Until next time.

TravelTalk - Big Island - Day 5 (Final Day)

 Wow.

 

What an amazing trip this has been.  I hope you have enjoyed the videos and photos I have shared of this trip... and if you have, just know that these videos and experiences are even better in person. 

 

So come and visit!

 

My last day here on the Big Island has been awesome.  It pretty much involves the things I love doing the most: snorkeling, eating, relaxing, talking, laughing, eating, eating, eating.

 

I am not even sure how to continue writing... I guess I'll start with the daily events.

 

After breakfast consisting of tea, coffee, blogging, rice, eggs and bacon (yum), we headed out to the other side of the island for some snorkeling.

 

I'll post some underwater shots and videos soon!

 

After snorkeling, lunch, drive, pot luck dinner, hot tub, conversation, moon, stars, laugh, talk.

 

Ha ha, I do wish I was a bit more eloquent with words as there is definitely more to share.  The peaceful familiarity and friendliness of the Big Island has a big space in my heart - but like most places it is the people that has made this experience the great experience that it is.

 

Some people say, I am lucky to travel the world. 

Actually, I am very lucky to have made friends around the world. 

 

Special thanks to Coco and Summer.

 

NEXT STOP: MAUI

 

PS. I probably will not have reception or WiFi the entire weekend.

 

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Mahalo for reading.

Until next time.

 

 

 

 

TravelTalk - Big Island - Day 3 and 4

Wow.  Day 3 and 4 really past by quickly.

 

On day 3 - we had a pamper day.  I mean, traveling is quite exhausting, so we just had to partake in a 1.5 hour massage and a pedicure (my first in ages... haha).  Besides relaxing, shopping at Costco, eating ice cream, cake, talking story, sharing laughs - is always part of the equation.

 

Day 4 was a bit more adventurous, which included a drive around the Big Island (thanks Julie), snacks along the way, lots of puppies, Thai Food and two main attractions: South Point (The Edge of the World) and Green Sand Beach.  I'm really glad I started incorporating videos because these pictures do not do any of these sights justice.

 

So make sure you watch the videos - I have them in 1080P (HD) as well and don't forget to click "Like" and SUBSCRIBE!

 

What is surprising about South Point is that no matter how many times I have jumped over the cliff - it really doesn't get any easier!  haha, maybe I'm getting a lot older - this site is a must see if you're heading to the Big Island, its one of favorite things to do on the island.

 

If you're a bit adventurous, take the 2.5 mile hike to green sand beach - you can also drive there, but you will need a 4 x 4 (like most awesome places on the big island).  I swear the walk seemed longer, but hey, no pain, no gain, right?!  Plus there are so many awesome sights along the way that you will just bypass if you were just sitting in a pick up truck.

 

Well, I hope you enjoy these videos and pics - going to enjoy my last day here on the Big Island!

 

I was asked earlier about my photos - all pics taken with HTC One X+ - without any modification, photoshopping, etc. haha, that takes too much time.

 

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Mahalo for reading.

Until next time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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TravelTalk - Big Island - Day 2

2nd day on the big island (1st full day) was super fun.

I'm staying on the big island on the west side in a town called Paauilo.  Small country town in the mountains and I love it.

Ill be able to post some videos tonight.

Besides driving around the northern part of the island which I love... We stopped for snacks along the way. Malasadas, cookies, and a Costco lunch... Haha

Then we went snorkeling.  My favorite to do in the water. There were so many fishes and next time I won't forget to bring the waterproof camera.

Well, enjoy the pics..

Until next time.

TravelTalk - Big Island - Day 1

If you could only see what I see.

If you could hear what I hear.

If you could smell what I smell.

You'd tell me, leave the bathroom already. Hahaha.

The big island is my favorite island. I'm staying on the Hilo side, about an hour north.

I didn't get to take too many pictures, because we were just hanging out, talking story.

Seriously though, I'm up in the mountains and the horizon always manages to offer something amazing with a new hue I've never seen before.  (Which of course cameras no can capture... Haha).

Sorry so short, gotta get eggs from the chicken coup and start the day...

TravelTalk - Honolulu, Hawaii - Day 4

What happened today?!

Well besides breakfast, a quick hike, snack lunch, and some pool time with friends...actually sounds like a great way to pass a Saturday.

Next stops: heading to big island and Maui, I probably will not have cell phone reception and probably will not be blogging during this time frame.

Probably.

Well I have to rest, I have a 0945 flight and a race before that!!

See ya!