Day Seven:
Kua Bay was easier to, but we still could not drive all the way in. It helped to have a four-wheel drive vehicle though. We all really liked this remote beach and may have been our favorite one. There is much construction going on nearby and that means a resort will come soon. To find this one, look on the map just north of the Kailua Kona Airport.
The sands were white, the water turquoise and all of this really contrasted with the dark lava that defined this bay.
Rebeca contemplates the next wave. "Is it too big?"
If you look carefully, you might see a whale.
Wish we had a telephoto lens. Another Humpback!
After a few hours at the beach, we left to go rest up. Tonight is our Luau at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott. Below is the pit where the kalua pig is buried. He is almost done!
Libations are in order as we await the unearthing.
The pit is called an imu.
The kalua pig is just about exposed. It was covered with ti leaf and earth.
Hot stones are removed from the pig cavity. (This is also done in the pachamanca of Peru.)
It is now time to eat as the sun sets.
Polynesian entertainment caps off a great evening. Thank you Mary & Jay!
Men actually started the hula dance.
Versatile use of coconuts!
It was time to take our beautiful girls home. Too much fun!
Click day 8 on the left frame.