The luau last night here at the Sheraton was our last planned activity for this trip, and it was just as entertaining as it was last year. The MC was different this year, as was some of the dances, too. We were expecting to see Cindy’s favorite, the “mosquito” dance, but it wasn’t part of the show this time. The fire knife dancer had a different part, too, although it seemed a lot sorter of a performance this year.
Still, all told, it was a lovely evening. We had gotten down to check-in a little earlier this year and ended up with a much closer table. The sunset, as always, was absolutely stunning as you would expect, and I believe I got a few good shots that are post worthy (when I get to it). A good time was had by all.
As for today, Thursday, it is our last full day here on Maui. We started out with lunch by going to the Aloha Mixed Plate beachside grill just behind the cannery. They were a little shorthanded staff-wise, but the food was excellent and it was a nice atmosphere. That was, of course, on our way back towards Lahaina and Front Street. We were going to play a little shopping game, but that didn’t pan out. The cruise ship was in the harbor so things were a little more crowded than usual. I’m not sure where, but I thought I read somewhere that whenever the cruise ship is in port, some merchants tend to raise their prices a little bit (or a lot), so we didn’t stay too long.
Also, the thought of leaving these islands yet again started to hit Cindy a little bit, but a stop at Ha’agan Dazs did the trick.
Right now, we’re just sitting out on the lanai, watching the sea turtles avoid the snorkelers and watching the sun come out behind the clouds for really the first time today. We’re just taking it easy and thinking about what to do for dinner, either something familiar or brand new. Then we get to do our dry run on packing everything and trying to fit in everything we bought this trip. Always the saddest part of our trips here.
Mahalo for now.
