Everyone who doesn't live in the Pacific Northwest thinks Seattle is just constant gray skies, endless drizzle, and people huddled indoors drinking espresso. But locals know a massive secret: Early summer in Seattle is an absolute paradise. If you are planning a trip to the area, timing is everything. While...
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$9,000 Shipping Quotes, a Broken Fuel Gauge, and 2 Days with the Coast Guard: How We Survived the Alenuihaha Channel
How We Survived the Alenuihaha Channel Every boat owner in Hawaii eventually faces the same massive headache: inter-island transit. When I needed to get my 28-foot Grady White Sailfish from Honolulu to Hilo, I figured I’d look into standard shipping. But when the quotes started rolling in, my jaw hit...
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209 Nautical Miles: The High-Seas Adventure (And Costly Lesson) I Will Never Forget
The High-Seas Adventure (And Costly Lesson) I Will Never Forget When you own a commercial boat, the ocean isn't just a playground; it’s a masterclass in survival, preparation, and respect. I’ve had my share of adventures, but there is one voyage that stands above the rest. It was a 209-nautical-mile...
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In my humble opinion – Micronesian Leaders Should Make Every Effort to Bring Hawaiian Airlines to the Islands
For decades, air travel has been the lifeline connecting Micronesia’s scattered islands to the rest of the world. Yet, despite the region’s strategic location and cultural ties across the Pacific, air service remains limited, expensive, and unreliable. It’s time for Micronesian leaders to take bold action and actively pursue Hawaiian Airlines...
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2016 Workation Trip to Guam
The 2016 workation trip to Guam was a memorable journey that blended family, culture, and purpose. Traveling with our oldest son and granddaughter, the adventure began with a stopover in Honolulu before continuing on to Guam, where we arrived on the evening of June 1st. The excitement of returning to...