Hawaiian Style McDonalds

   
With tables inspired by surfboards and signage utilizing Hawaiian words the once familiar fast food chain suddenly becomes a site to see.  Serving spam, eggs, and Portuguese sausage for breakfast, saimin for lunch, and pineapple turnovers for dessert, local McDonalds can serve as a welcome treat.

Yee-haw (Makawao Rodeo)

       

Paniolos, a.k.a. Hawaiian Cowboys, still keep the upcountry culture alive in Makawao town, Maui.  Makawao hosts a yearly rodeo attended by paniolos from all over the Hawaiian islands (the only rodeo in the state).  I was glad to attend my first event, rooting mostly for the tiny Filipina cowgirl dressed in a green t-shirt and jeans.

City of Refugee (Big Island)

  

The cool breeze and tall trees made this island sanctuary a historically nice place of refuge.  Those in battle could come here to rest and restore their weary bodies without fearing danger from enemy tribes. (A tourist must-see on the Big Island for those looking for Hawaiiana images.)

Hawaiian Petroglyphs

I had always wanted to see ancient hawaiian petroglyphs, and was so happy to do so on the Big Island in Kona.    

Whoa-Sign (Big Island)

No stop signs here on this country town corner!  (Parker Ranch, Big Island)