Thanks for the link. That big of a list definitely takes some time and dedication to put together. Seems like a nice resource for just about anyone. We have our list of 10 things we do on every trip, and since we go for two weeks at a time, that still leaves enough time to do a few new places to see. My favorite is finding new beaches and places to take photos, while Cindy will go anywhere she can sit in the sun.

As for more of us Hawaii addicts, you should check out Sheila’s website, Go Visit Hawaii. I’ll tell friends it’s like a support group for people like me who go on and on about Hawaii all the time.

Sheila,

Haleakala is certainly on my list for next time. It’s been 3 trips so far, and we’re long overdue. It will be a compromise, so I’ll have to bribe my wife with something she really wants to do.

We usually end up doing more guided tours than driving ourselves, so I’ll be sure to look for one that might stop at Kula Lodge afterwards. I also like to take a lot of photos along the way, which I can’t (legally) do when I’m driving. Especially on the side of a volcano.

I was reading somewhere (of course, now I can’t find the link) that the sunrises at Haleakala are sometimes hit or miss based on the weather that morning. Regardless, I’ve heard it is cold as you described, so since our next trip is in February and we live in Chicago, we should be used to it.

Mahalo to both of you for posting.

If you go see sunrise at Haleakala on the first day you arrive, it’s so much easier. We’re always jet lagged. So, it’s really easy to get up and go the first or second morning we’re there.

It is cold, though, so brings gloves, ski hat, wind breaker, and wear as many layers as you can possible wear. It is well worth the trip!

After you’re done, stop off at the Kula Lodge for breakfast. The view there is tremendous!

It isn’t from the free magazine that they give away. I found some good ideas on it. Hope you get something out of it. Keep posting, I love to read about other Hawaii addicts!