Hurricane Lane

[clifffaith]

Have you stayed at Kapa'a before? It is a small pleasant Resort. We enjoyed our time there several years ago. It is right on the ocean - non-swimming. If I remember correctly the two bedrooms are on the top floor - no elevators. It is a loft not a true 2 bedroom. We had a 1 bedroom on the 1st floor. Go out on Lanai, turn left, 15 steps to water. Only the 3rd floor rooms have cloth washer/dryers inn the Condo. There is an onsite coin operated laundry. However the front desk will give WMTC Owners coins for the washer/dryers

This will be our first trip to Kapa'a. Non-swimming beach no problem for us -- haven't so much as stuck a toe in the water on the last half dozen trips to Hawaii.

 

[frank808]

We are almost back to normal at Ko Olina. Still cloudy and little windy. But, no rain. The pool and beach are open and the resort is gradually putting everything back together. We feel very lucky and hope things improve for all who were impacted.

Do you want to meet for a chat with a fellow tugger? I am at dave and busters in town right now. Will be back about 630 PM if you want to meet up. I am in kona tower 11013. Thanks

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[krj9999]

At MKO we did receive a later notice about filling the tub with water (right before we checked out on Friday, as they were inspecting the rooms to find out if the balcony furniture had been brought inside). I guess they provide that notice closer to actual expected event.

they dont suggest filling up the bathtub with water? (or do those rooms not have a tub)?

thats pretty much the norm for here in florida when a big storm is headed this way.

 

[taterhed]

Have you stayed at Kapa'a before? It is a small pleasant Resort. We enjoyed our time there several years ago. It is right on the ocean - non-swimming. If I remember correctly the two bedrooms are on the top floor - no elevators. It is a loft not a true 2 bedroom. We had a 1 bedroom on the 1st floor. Go out on Lanai, turn left, 15 steps to water. Only the 3rd floor rooms have cloth washer/dryers inn the Condo. There is an onsite coin operated laundry. However the front desk will give WMTC Owners coins for the washer/dryers

Also, great bike rental/riding on the trails.....and a very good happy hour right around the corner!

 

[taterhed]

Hi, katsgarden - we leave for Kauai early tomorrow morning, heading for Waiohai. I’ll let you know what we find!
While the weather report says it’s going to be rainy for a few days, it seems like Kauai was spared the worst of the storm. The airports are open and we’re hoping that everyone on island has come through without too much trouble.

Perhaps I’ll catch up with you at the bar.

The lava-flow at Waiohai is quite good.....but the drinks at Brennecke's next door (especially the mai tai's) are much better IMO.
Of course, nothing beats your own Mai Tai's--courtesy of Costco and POG--watching the sunset and listening to the band.

Have fun!

 

[katsgarden]

The lava-flow at Waiohai is quite good.....but the drinks at Brennecke's next door (especially the mai tai's) are much better IMO.
Of course, nothing beats your own Mai Tai's--courtesy of Costco and POG--watching the sunset and listening to the band.

Have fun!

Good to know!

 

[Luanne]

Enjoy your visit. Kapaa is one of the more relaxing places to stay.

And don’t forget to watch the Little League World Series tomorrow.

Hawaii for the Championship!

Saw in the paper that Hawaii beat Georgia and will play for the title.

 

[slip]

Unbeaten Hawaii will be playing unbeaten South Korea for the Championship.

http://www.espn.com/llws/story/_/id...-little-league-world-series-championship-game

 

[sdtugger]

Do you want to meet for a chat with a fellow tugger? I am at dave and busters in town right now. Will be back about 630 PM if you want to meet up. I am in kona tower 11013. Thanks

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Frank, I’m sorry that I missed this post last night. We were out to a wonderful dinner at Roys and came back, quickly packed, and crashed for the night. We check out this morning and are grateful that we should have no problems getting home. I hope we can get together another time.

 

[geist1223]

You can buy Koloa Dark Rum and POG at Costco. The Koloa Rum normally costs less at Costco than at the Koloa Distillery just a few blocks away.

 

[taterhed]

You can buy Koloa Dark Rum and POG at Costco. The Koloa Rum normally costs less at Costco than at the Koloa Distillery just a few blocks away.

We did the test last time: Walmart was cheaper on Koloa rum. Not all Koloa....but definitely on the coffee flavor. Costco and Safeway both have the Koloa line at very cheap prices. Not worth the trip over to Walmart.

Oh yeah...the tours (daily) with free tastings at Koloa are a hoot! We usually buy one sampler to take home to the plebes that didn't get to come along....

On the other hand....the POG can be very tricky to find sometimes. Safeway usually has it...unless it's sold out. I use the Koloa Mai Tai mix with a generous pour of POG and add rum to taste. I prefer the dark splashed on top. Others like coconut mixed-in. To each his own.

Either way....plenty good.

Here's a tip: If you can see thru it.....it might have too much rum.

 

[LJT]

Just FYI 2 extra rainy days in paradise = 20 extra pounds! Spent our “bonus” days in bars and restaurants we haven’t tried before. Fun but I’ll be paying for it in more ways than one when we get home!

 

[Kapolei]

Thanks everyone for your thoughts and prayers during this event. Our major population center was spared, our little league team won the World Series, and even the football team notched an impressive win on the road. Quite a weekend.

I got to really give credit to all those behind the scenes that put their hearts and souls into the safety of our residents and visitors. Hawaii is truly a special place to live.

 

[elizk]

The lava-flow at Waiohai is quite good.....but the drinks at Brennecke's next door (especially the mai tai's) are much better IMO.
Of course, nothing beats your own Mai Tai's--courtesy of Costco and POG--watching the sunset and listening to the band.

Have fun!

Rob, you are so right - picked up a bottle of the Koloa Dark today at Costco! Great minds...
Landed in Lihue this morning to wind and rain, it’s pretty soggy but happy to say the storm did no worse.
Rained on and off for most of the day, but had a pleasant walk on the beach and then some cocktails later in the evening - beautiful, breezy night.

Katsgarden, I think you’ll be just fine - keep an eye on tropical storm Miriam, and make some mental rainy day plans just in case.

And get the Koloa Dark.

 

[taterhed]

Glad to hear our beloved Kauai faired well during the storm.
Warm thoughts and quick recovery to Hilo and the fire victims on Maui....

Enjoy your Vaca!

(have one for me)

 

[geist1223]

We have always been able to find gallons of POG at Costco.

 

[taterhed]

We have always been able to find gallons of POG at Costco.

maybe I'm looking in the wrong spot? We always go to Safeway after Costco for the other stuff....and they are frequently sold-out

 

[clifffaith]

Hmmm. We buy something POGish for breakfast (often Dole POM, peach orange mango like I drink at home because the fresh OJ Cliff makes every morning from our trees bothers my stomach). But I always buy Mai Tai mixer. Not completely sure of the name, but something like Mr T's ( I know it when I see the bottle). Have tried other things, but always go back to my old favorite. For what it's worth, freshman year in the dorm at UCLA I was known as the "Mai Tai Queen of the Third Floor"! Unfortunately, as an almost old lady more than one at a time gives me a headache. But now that I can't have so much as a sip of wine without suffering for days, I am glad to be able to enjoy a Mai Tai in Hawaii or an occasional G&T at a restaurant at home.

 

[taterhed]

Forgive us....we did not know we were in the presence of royalty.....M'Lady.

 

[Ralph Sir Edward]

I'll have to try the Koloa dark rum, next time in Hawaii.

(I'm spoiled. 21 yr old solera Panamanian rum. 2 cases in the wine celllar. . . )

 

[taterhed]

I'll have to try the Koloa dark rum, next time in Hawaii.

(I'm spoiled. 21 yr old solera Panamanian rum. 2 cases in the wine celllar. . . )

Yeah, that's more Cognac/Scotch-like than the rum we all know and love.
Good stuff though.

 

[Ralph Sir Edward]

Yeah, that's more Cognac/Scotch-like than the rum we all know and love.
Good stuff though.

But boy, howdy!, does it make a great rum and coke. . . .

(taste like coke, only warmer. If you're not careful, you'll lose your feet. . . . )

 

[artringwald]

I prefer Hana Bay Dark Rum with my POG. It's one of the darkest dark rums and the flavor mixes well with the sweet POG.

 

[taterhed]

I prefer Hana Bay Dark Rum with my POG. It's one of the darkest dark rums and the flavor mixes well with the sweet POG.

Never tried it; it's now on my list. Where to buy?

 

[artringwald]

Never tried it; it's now on my list. Where to buy?

It may not be the best price, but most grocery stores carry it.