Unexpected delights ... makes up the memory of a trip ...
Today was one day when I did a lot of driving, probably about 4 hrs. And now, I am nursing a headache. Mind you, it was one of those winding roads which potholes and everything. Plus the fact that I was driving a Jeep Wrangler instead of my Benz, the ride was one bumpy ride.
But, the sight was one to behold on the island of Oahu.
The sights are glorious.
With winding roads along the coasts, mountain ranges on the left, and plunging cliffs on the right complemented with powerful surfs. Like a movie where the unexpected scenes often surprises you, the views are extra sweet.
Throw in the evening sun, the entire sight takes on a gold-ish glow. Even the clouds look illuminated.
Funny why people are often resistant towards renting a vehicle while on holiday, thinking that it is dangerous. Having a vehicle not only provides mobility as and when you need it. But often, the best part of the holiday is one which comes unexpected and not acted out according to the guidebooks.
Take for the above example of the glorious sunset views off the eastern Oahu. That was not in the guidebooks. But it makes one sweet bit of vacation.
Another example of enjoying something not stated in those guidebooks?
Are you aware that along the rural areas away from the bustling Waikiki, there are some stalls selling fresh shrimps and prawns along the roads. The freshness of the produces? OH MY GOD.... 吃了，才知道什么叫“鲜甜”。They taste better than the deep-fried nonsense you find in restuarants or whatever seafood spreads in hotels. The unexpected delight of finding good food along the road makes it all the more memorable.
Ahhh...and shopping just makes me happy. All the more when you know you are getting a pretty niffty deal outta of the shopping experience. Yupz, I am talking factory outlets... haha...unexpected find...tonnes of money spent on clothes... ;o)
You know, just take off ... with plenty of water, a map and a load of good temper and common-sense... delights will show up along the way as long as you know how to recognise them.
I am so going to soak up in a bath later on. Woo-hoo... and maybe bum by the beach again with a book tomorrow!
Hmm, sounds good ...
But, the sight was one to behold on the island of Oahu.
The sights are glorious.
With winding roads along the coasts, mountain ranges on the left, and plunging cliffs on the right complemented with powerful surfs. Like a movie where the unexpected scenes often surprises you, the views are extra sweet.
Throw in the evening sun, the entire sight takes on a gold-ish glow. Even the clouds look illuminated.
Funny why people are often resistant towards renting a vehicle while on holiday, thinking that it is dangerous. Having a vehicle not only provides mobility as and when you need it. But often, the best part of the holiday is one which comes unexpected and not acted out according to the guidebooks.
Take for the above example of the glorious sunset views off the eastern Oahu. That was not in the guidebooks. But it makes one sweet bit of vacation.
Another example of enjoying something not stated in those guidebooks?
Are you aware that along the rural areas away from the bustling Waikiki, there are some stalls selling fresh shrimps and prawns along the roads. The freshness of the produces? OH MY GOD.... 吃了，才知道什么叫“鲜甜”。They taste better than the deep-fried nonsense you find in restuarants or whatever seafood spreads in hotels. The unexpected delight of finding good food along the road makes it all the more memorable.
Ahhh...and shopping just makes me happy. All the more when you know you are getting a pretty niffty deal outta of the shopping experience. Yupz, I am talking factory outlets... haha...unexpected find...tonnes of money spent on clothes... ;o)
You know, just take off ... with plenty of water, a map and a load of good temper and common-sense... delights will show up along the way as long as you know how to recognise them.
I am so going to soak up in a bath later on. Woo-hoo... and maybe bum by the beach again with a book tomorrow!
Hmm, sounds good ...
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