Boating...

I found this guy online. He's got a boat that he will rent out for the day for $400. It only holds 6 people at a time but he'll take us in and out. He's also got another boat that we can have and comandeer ourselves and he'll cut us a deal. He includes snacks and water and all the gear and lifejackets, etc. He said he can take us deep sea fishing, swimming with the dolphins, private beaches, waterfalls, and whale watching.

Here are some pictures from his website.

(...and Kandee, if you decide to come, you might be able to have the captian!)

Where we are staying...

Here are some pictures of the Villa I want to rent. It's in Kona. Close to beaches and town. We just need to put a deposit down soon so we can guarantee this place.

New Additions!

Looks like Sean has decided to join us as well. Yeah Sean!

Location, Location, Location

I choose the Big Island for many reasons, but mostly because it has such diverse scenery that we can do so much.

At Volcanoes National Park, we can drive or hike through lava rock covered terrain and see some active Volcanoes.

Waipi'o Valley is called the Valley of the Kings. It has black sand beaches and cliffs with some of the most amazing waterfalls on the island.

I have a feeling driving through this area will be like driving the Pacific Coast Highway in California.... but even more amazing!

Hilo is on the opposite side of the island from where we'll be staying. They say it's about a 2 hour drive. Hilo appears to be the rainforest-y side of the island.

And Finally... Kona. This is where we'll be staying. Kona is sort of the Cancun of the big island. It's a resort area, but is still less of a resort area than the other islands.

I've been hearing that the snorkeling is amazing!

Guest List

Here are the people that I know are interested in coming.

Patty & Tony

Brent & Laura

Steve & Lori

Mark & Carri

Mandy & Jeremy

HAWAII - BIG ISLAND

I have decided to create a blog for everyone who is considering coming to Hawaii with us in January to celebrate my college graduation. I plan on keeping you posted on all of the details including activities and prices, etc. So please keep checking back as with school starting next week I might not be able to call everyone about everything.

I'm hoping to get everyone's definite about coming by the middle of June, which includes booking flights and putting the deposit on the place. I know it's still a long time away, but if we want the best deals we can get, this is the best time to book.

On another note, I just want to tell you all how wonderful it feels that you guys have decided to share this celebration with me. I know it's Hawaii and who wouldn't want to go, but just knowing that you guys are doing this to support me and my dream of graduating college makes it so much more special to me. Thank you and I'm SO EXCITED I CAN'T STAND IT!!!

Brooke