Must see spots in Oahu for an upcoming trip
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Re: Must see spots in Oahu for an upcoming trip
Hi everyone just got back from trip and it was great. I really enjoyed locating various magnum pi sites with the assistance of the rubber chicken's guide. The highlight of my trip was the "magnum experience" helicopter ride and spending a day swimming and relaxing at Robin's Nest tidal pool. I have another trip planned next year and hope to spot some more locations. I have attached some photos:
PIPELINE BAR
PIPELINE BAR
KAPENA FALLS
The Treasure of Kalaniopu'u
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LOW SURF HOTEL Father Paddy
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ITALIAN ICE
LEMON BRAWL
NAVAL INTELLIGENCE
PIPELINE BAR
PIPELINE BAR
KAPENA FALLS
The Treasure of Kalaniopu'u
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LOW SURF HOTEL Father Paddy
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ITALIAN ICE
LEMON BRAWL
NAVAL INTELLIGENCE
Re: Must see spots in Oahu for an upcoming trip
Great pics!
Looks like you had a fantastic visit and recorded it all to share....thank you for ALL of it!
What a great experience to be able to share with your family, looks like your son is having the time of his life too.
Very grateful to all who get to go and share the experience with the rest of us through your pictures and stories.
Thanks for sharing!
Looks like you had a fantastic visit and recorded it all to share....thank you for ALL of it!
What a great experience to be able to share with your family, looks like your son is having the time of his life too.
Very grateful to all who get to go and share the experience with the rest of us through your pictures and stories.
Thanks for sharing!
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This is delightful. Thanks so much for sharing, dude.
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Hi Walken1974,
Thanks for sharing your great pics!
I have to say that the shot of you and your son in the chopper while wearing the Island Hopper t-shirt is one of the best shots any MPI fan could ask for! I hope you are framing that one!! Where did Paradise take you on your tour?
Now you need to get a shot of you and your son in a 308 while wearing the Birds of Paradise shirt.
Thanks for sharing your great pics!
I have to say that the shot of you and your son in the chopper while wearing the Island Hopper t-shirt is one of the best shots any MPI fan could ask for! I hope you are framing that one!! Where did Paradise take you on your tour?
Now you need to get a shot of you and your son in a 308 while wearing the Birds of Paradise shirt.
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Those are fantastic pics... Talk about the ultimate magnum vacation!
Great great work!
Great great work!
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Paradise took us on an island circle tour (including flying over Robin's Nest and Maki Research Pier). We also landed at Honolulu airport so that we could take off and fly over Waikiki low and slow. The pilot Josh (nice guy) is a magnum pi fan and he told me about flying with Roger Mosely during the opening promotion and how he could still fly pretty good even though he hadn't flown in over 20 years. The whole staff at Paradise Helicopters could not have been any friendlier and I definitely would recommend doing this magnum pi fan or not. (expensive but well worth it) It was great to swim and hangout at Robin's Nest Tidal Pools however it was kind of sad seeing the poor condition of the estate. (I fear whoever buys it is going to tear it down) On a positive note it appeared some kind of construction work was occurring on the main house so maybe the estate won't be torn down. I know I have hardly posted on this site however I am a big fan and my trip was really enhanced by the info on this website so thanks again to all.
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Hi w1974,
You may not have posted often but if there was a BAFTA, EMMY or OSCAR for best Red Socks vacation post and best MPI family in a supporting role ............ you guys would get my vote !
You may not have posted often but if there was a BAFTA, EMMY or OSCAR for best Red Socks vacation post and best MPI family in a supporting role ............ you guys would get my vote !
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Awesome Walken, awesome!
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Just heard some sad news about a young female hiker who just fell to her death on this trail. Kenji, are you familiar with the "puka" section of the trail? Was it a treacherous part? http://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/story/2883 ... -tom-trailKENJI wrote: I hiked this trail a few weeks back and REALLY enjoyed the views from the launch area looking down on Pahonu.
No hang gliders, but a few people were up in kites sailing in the wind so that was an added bonus.
The views of Rabbit Island and the Makai Pier were excellent! Neat to see a puka up there which made for a few good pics.I also drove up to the gate just to check it out and the gate was locked with signs stating no hiking, trespassing etc..
I'm glad I hiked it and didn't take this short cut -well worth it!!!
Take LOTS of water, sunscreen and a camera. I would say it's a bit of a Billy Goat trail which makes it even more fun AND there were a few goats up there to support this description. Along the way I noticed a cactus or two and a few starfish plants which were interesting to see as well.
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Hi Fat Jack,Fat Jack wrote:Just heard some sad news about a young female hiker who just fell to her death on this trail. Kenji, are you familiar with the "puka" section of the trail? Was it a treacherous part? http://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/story/2883 ... -tom-trailKENJI wrote: I hiked this trail a few weeks back and REALLY enjoyed the views from the launch area looking down on Pahonu.
No hang gliders, but a few people were up in kites sailing in the wind so that was an added bonus.
The views of Rabbit Island and the Makai Pier were excellent! Neat to see a puka up there which made for a few good pics.I also drove up to the gate just to check it out and the gate was locked with signs stating no hiking, trespassing etc..
I'm glad I hiked it and didn't take this short cut -well worth it!!!
Take LOTS of water, sunscreen and a camera. I would say it's a bit of a Billy Goat trail which makes it even more fun AND there were a few goats up there to support this description. Along the way I noticed a cactus or two and a few starfish plants which were interesting to see as well.
I know the Puka section well. It is an excellent spot to take pics (refer to the pics in your link with the puka (hole) in the rock with the ocean view) and safe enough, so long as you use common sense and stay on the mountain side of the hole. I saw one guy climb inside the puka which is fine, BUT he then decided to go onto the ocean side of the hole which is REALLY dangerous, and a borderline death wish/reckless move!!! It is pretty close to a sheer drop on that side with a very tiny ledge for someone to sit on and cling with a death grip to get that great pic. One slip and you are done!!! Two others climbed on top of the puka and that is not as dangerous, but there is risk involved. If you are not paying attention and slip or stumble on the rock, you will take a header. There were a few other spots on that section where you are pretty close to the edge while you are climbing the rock where one could fall, but if you take your time and watch your footing it's safe enough. It's a shame that someone lost their life that day. It will be interesting to hear more about what happened in the days to come.
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Hi Fat Jack,
Take a look at this condensed hiking clip that Sam sent me to get a better idea of the hike......it doesn't show the Puka, but you can see how one could slip and fall very easily when getting too close to the edge. It's a great hike, just take your time!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8x-9dtO-Lvg
Take a look at this condensed hiking clip that Sam sent me to get a better idea of the hike......it doesn't show the Puka, but you can see how one could slip and fall very easily when getting too close to the edge. It's a great hike, just take your time!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8x-9dtO-Lvg
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A belated thanks for the video Kenji & Sam. (Sorry, been offline for a while.) After watching it, I think I'll pass on that hike!
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Too funny!Fat Jack wrote:A belated thanks for the video Kenji & Sam. (Sorry, been offline for a while.) After watching it, I think I'll pass on that hike!
There is a short cut up there, but it is a private paved road.
The view is really worth a look though!