808's and heartbreaks
American apparel top, Volcom bottom, Jcrew hat, Le Sportsac Bag
Kua Bay has to be the most beautiful beach I've ever been to in Hawaii---- and that says a lot. The weather was overcast the majority of my stay but the ocean here was incredible. Probably the most serene and calming beach atmosphere- felt like I was in heaven-- hazy, soft waters, a perfect kind of turquoise. Super mellow. Humid. White powder sand, no signs to get to it. Locals. Hawaii has always been healing which is why it's my go-to spot when I want to retreat. Haven't been here in so long and don't want the gap to be so wide till I come back again. Felt so good to be in paradise. Pressed play to this playlist and all my worries just melted away.
Hawaii 11/11 soundtrack
lukewarm
This was such a relaxing, low key weekend. I ran every morning, read each day, consumed one alcoholic beverage the whole time and have never felt more connected with my body. Out of all the outfits waiting to be worn out-- this was the only one that really made it. Was good to wear no makeup-- if anything just blush and eyeliner, didn't curl or apply product in my hair--truth I only washed it once-- gross, I know. I even brought my eye glasses along, laid on the beach till the very last minute that I had to leave to the airport- with sand and tanning lotion still on. I just wanted to rest everything and that went all according to plan.
hawaiian foodie
Loco Moco, Potato Salad, & Malasada
This was my post-meal after ziplining and my classic meal I eat every time I'm in Hawaii (except the malasada-- wasn't fond of the filling). This was also the only time I ate outside of Waikoloa since everything is so spread out. But here are other foods I enjoyed during my trip that was walking distance from my resort.
My morning Spinach, Mushroom, Tomato and Onion omelette with a side of toast & OJ
Mahi Mahi & Sweet Potato Fries
Grilled Chicken Pesto Sandwich & Salad
Tasty Edamame, Dragonfly Roll, Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Ahi Tuna Poke
Hawaiian Host Macadamia Chocolates
Island Gourmet Markets (ABC Store)
Probably should've nosh'd these instead of blasting it all on here.. It looks so much better that way too. Next time. Oh.. and I will never say no to these! Nikki + chocolates = a match made in heaven :)