Have you ever wondered where Hawaii residents go on staycation or to celebrate a special occasion? We’ve discovered that many residents are attracted to the Four Seasons Lanai Lodge at Koele. On our recent visit to Lanai, we shared the shuttle with a couple from Kauai. They were coming to the Four Seasons Lodge at Koele to celebrate their anniversary. ... Read More »

Want an off the beaten path adventure in Hawaii? Then you’ll enjoy renting a Jeep on Lanai.  In the following video, Andy provides excellent clips and narration of this fun adventure. (Email subscribers: use this link to access the Lanai 4-wheel driving video.) For more advice for getting off the beaten path on Lanai, check out my article Adventure Time: ... Read More »

We thoroughly enjoyed horseback riding with Lanai Western Adventures. The guided tour ($110 for 90 minutes) led us on the Paniolo Trail through groves of fragrant Christmas Berry (Brazilian Peppertree) , a forest of Ironwood Trees and to a fantastic view of the nearby islands of Molokai and Maui. Along the way, we enjoyed the sounds of the birds and ... Read More »

I love the themed gardens at Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay. They all have wonderful water features surrounded by exotic tropical plants. The gardens are nestled in between the guest room buildings, so every time you walk out your door, it’s like stepping into a peaceful botanical garden. For this recent visit to Lanai, I was able to ... Read More »

“When can I get back to Lanai?” That was the thought I caught myself thinking very early into our recent visit to Lanai. I don’t know when we’ll be able to return, but I can’t wait. What is it about Lanai that’s so attractive? I’ve been reflecting on that very question. I’ll attempt to explain Lanai’s allure. Refreshingly Simple Visiting ... Read More »

Rows of pineapple plants greet you as you walk to the Lanai Culture & Heritage Center. I can’t think of a more appropriate greeting considering that Lanai was once the home to the largest pineapple plantation in the world. With pineapple also being the symbol of hospitality, those rows of pineapples became even more meaningful as we were very warmly ... Read More »

Today, Andy and I indulged in a couples massage, oceanside in a private hale at The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay. It was a symphony for the senses! Before the experience escaped my memory, I wanted to write it all down. After enjoying some sauna and steam room time in the main spa, we were led ... Read More »

  It may seem that I’ve been cat napping the past couple of days, but actually, that’s far from the case!  I’ve been super active since landing on Lana’i Tuesday night.  If you’d like to see what I’ve been up to, I’ve been sharing lots of photos and updates on facebook and twitter. You can check real time updates here: ... Read More »

I’m excited to share with you that I’ve been selected as one of seven New Media Artists in Residence to share the story and experiences of visiting Lanai. I’m honored to have been chosen to participate in this innovative program sponsored by the Lanai Visitors Bureau. It’s no secret that I love Lanai. I really look forward to revisiting some ... Read More »