Lahaina Winter

Early today was the only good moment for photographing Lahaina during this visit. This top photo was made from Golden Princess just before breakfast. By the time we were prepared to leave the ship, winter had set in. The driving wind and snow made it impossible to make more pictures of our day.

Seriously - this was just an attempt to "get even" with everyone back home for the comments coming via email. Everyone onboard has a new story to tell:

"There's 6-inches of snow in Henderson, Nevada."
"Would you believe there's snow on the Hollywood sign?"
"Seattle is having lightning and thunder during a heavy snowfall!"

Our Lahaina day was picture perfect, actually. The best part, as usual, was finding a place to sit and people-watch in the shade of the World's largest banyan tree. We were in town for only a couple hours, deciding to return to the ship before the warmth and humidity took their toll on us.

In our minds, today completes Part Two of a 3-stage cruise. First is the leisurely trip to the islands from the West Coast. Next is the visit to several islands and, starting tomorrow, Part Three is the restful return.