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Lots of pebble markers all over the Ruby beach...

2009-09-30T12:42:29Z

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Lots of pebble markers all over the Ruby beach...

The spectacular bluffs on the pebbled Ruby beach

2009-09-28T23:01:58Z

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The spectacular bluffs on the pebbled Ruby beach

And balances on one of the numerous driftwoods on the beach

2009-09-28T10:31:23Z

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And balances on one of the numerous driftwoods on the beach

Karishma marks her name for glory

2009-09-28T10:31:23Z

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Karishma marks her name for glory

A razor clam shell, opens up its heart

2009-09-28T10:31:23Z

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A razor clam shell, opens up its heart

Driftwood on the beach

2009-09-30T09:33:51Z

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Driftwood on the beach

A razor clam shell, opens up its heart

2009-09-28T10:31:23Z

Chandi
A razor clam shell, opens up its heart

Karishma enjoys her cuppa coffee and the beach views

2009-09-28T10:31:23Z

Chandi
Karishma enjoys her cuppa coffee and the beach views

A "radioactive green" plant we chanced upon as we walked on kalaloch beach

2009-09-28T10:31:23Z

Chandi
A "radioactive green" plant we chanced upon as we walked on kalaloch beach

The spectacular bluffs on the pebbled Ruby beach

2009-09-28T10:31:23Z

Chandi
The spectacular bluffs on the pebbled Ruby beach

Ruby beach reflects off Karishma's goggles

2009-09-28T10:31:23Z

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Ruby beach reflects off Karishma's goggles

King of all he surveys: A bald eagle perched high

2009-09-28T23:02:58Z

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King of all he surveys: A bald eagle perched high

An attempt at abstracts: the numerous pebbles on the Ruby Beach

2009-09-28T10:31:23Z

Chandi
An attempt at abstracts: the numerous pebbles on the Ruby Beach

A drift wood at the end of trail to Ruby Beach

2009-09-28T23:02:58Z

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A drift wood at the end of trail to Ruby Beach

Karishma floats on a bodyboard in the beach at our resort - 'Mauna Lani' Bay. A bay well protected from the ocean by a reef, it afforded amazing snorkeling!

2009-07-17T07:51:18Z

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Karishma floats on a bodyboard in the beach at our resort - 'Mauna Lani' Bay. A bay well protected from the ocean by a reef, it afforded amazing snorkeling!

The luxury of staying at our own resort - we had covered cabanas with fresh towels right on the beach, and the drinks kept coming. It was relaxing to say the least.

2009-07-17T02:47:42Z

Chandi
The luxury of staying at our own resort - we had covered cabanas with fresh towels right on the beach, and the drinks kept coming. It was relaxing to say the least.

A violent landscape - rough and clinkery - miles on end.

2009-07-17T09:47:22Z

Chandi
A violent landscape - rough and clinkery - miles on end.

Smooth and ropy - like thick cake batter.

2009-07-17T09:48:37Z

Chandi
Smooth and ropy - like thick cake batter.

As various minerals ooze out of lava, they get oxidized exhibiting different colors.

2009-07-17T09:46:02Z

Chandi
As various minerals ooze out of lava, they get oxidized exhibiting different colors.

The cracks in a lava shelf expose some minerals for oxidation and coloring.

2009-07-17T09:46:55Z

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The cracks in a lava shelf expose some minerals for oxidation and coloring.

The Makole'a Black Sand beach. Reached here after a fairly bad 4wd offroading through lava fields.

2009-07-17T08:01:22Z

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The Makole'a Black Sand beach. Reached here after a fairly bad 4wd offroading through lava fields.

The bone jarring way back from Makole'a Black Sand Beach.

2009-07-17T09:56:44Z

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The bone jarring way back from Makole'a Black Sand Beach.

Our first sight of the Green Beach. It was windy - and that's an understatement. A look at the carved up cove on the right side of the picture should tell you how mighty the wind gets here ...

2009-07-17T08:59:29Z

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Our first sight of the Green Beach. It was windy - and that's an understatement. A look at the carved up cove on the right side of the picture should tell you how mighty the wind gets here ...

Distinct color seperations eh!

2009-07-17T08:58:08Z

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Distinct color seperations eh!

The middle part of the 4WD track to the Green Beach is the easiest - as it goes through some fine mustard colored hard soil.

2009-07-19T02:29:07Z

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The middle part of the 4WD track to the Green Beach is the easiest - as it goes through some fine mustard colored hard soil.

Karishma was a teeeny bit too excited to pose with our waiter :)

2009-07-18T10:04:52Z

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Karishma was a teeeny bit too excited to pose with our waiter :)

The same dancers repeated for various themes.

2009-07-18T10:04:01Z

Chandi
The same dancers repeated for various themes.

Quintessential fire dance...

2009-07-18T10:04:21Z

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Quintessential fire dance...

The same dancers repeated for various themes.

2009-07-18T10:03:52Z

Chandi
The same dancers repeated for various themes.

Before I forget - there happened to be some male dancers too - but enough about them..

2009-07-19T02:33:59Z

Chandi
Before I forget - there happened to be some male dancers too - but enough about them..

I was sooo waiting for the hula dancers to show up :)

2009-07-18T10:02:32Z

Chandi
I was sooo waiting for the hula dancers to show up :)

Some dances were closer to us on a tiny stage.

2009-07-18T10:01:58Z

Chandi
Some dances were closer to us on a tiny stage.

I was sooo waiting for the hula dancers to show up :)

2009-07-18T10:01:58Z

Chandi
I was sooo waiting for the hula dancers to show up :)

A rather anotomically correct totem on the grounds.

2009-07-18T10:01:58Z

Chandi
A rather anotomically correct totem on the grounds.

The stage. Before anything began, ofcourse.

2009-07-18T10:01:58Z

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The stage. Before anything began, ofcourse.

The road from North Kohala through Waimea.

2009-07-17T09:43:36Z

Chandi
The road from North Kohala through Waimea.

Waimea - a more beautiful version of Northern California's sleepy agricultural towns. This is my attempt at mimicking the Windows Background :)

2009-07-17T09:43:12Z

Chandi
Waimea - a more beautiful version of Northern California's sleepy agricultural towns. This is my attempt at mimicking the Windows Background :)

Pololu Valley in North Kohala. The hike down is steep, but well worth the fabulous views.

2009-07-17T09:41:02Z

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Pololu Valley in North Kohala. The hike down is steep, but well worth the fabulous views.

Mirror, Mirror, Mirror on the wall... Who's the fairest of them all?

2009-08-11T09:31:45Z

Chandi
Mirror, Mirror, Mirror on the wall... Who's the fairest of them all?

My foot!

2009-07-17T00:12:11Z

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My foot!

Texture. Palm and Sand contrast each other.

2009-07-17T09:55:38Z

Chandi
Texture. Palm and Sand contrast each other.

Hapuna Beach Close your eyes and dream of a perfect beach - this one's pretty much it. Had so much fun, that I didn't get to take out the camera inspite of our multiple trips here.

2009-07-17T00:12:11Z

Chandi
Hapuna Beach Close your eyes and dream of a perfect beach - this one's pretty much it. Had so much fun, that I didn't get to take out the camera inspite of our multiple trips here.

Karishma does 'the twirl'.

2009-07-18T10:35:24Z

Chandi
Karishma does 'the twirl'.

The water is sandy where the waves break. But a little further in, it gets crystal clear

2009-07-18T09:13:05Z

Chandi
The water is sandy where the waves break. But a little further in, it gets crystal clear

Karishma slammed at 'Mauna Kea' beach

2009-07-17T00:12:11Z

Chandi
Karishma slammed at 'Mauna Kea' beach

Karishma enjoys the clear waters of 'Mauna Kea' beach

2009-07-17T00:12:11Z

Chandi
Karishma enjoys the clear waters of 'Mauna Kea' beach

Karishma enjoys the clear waters of 'Mauna Kea' beach

2009-07-17T00:12:11Z

Chandi
Karishma enjoys the clear waters of 'Mauna Kea' beach

Ocean View From our balcony at 'Mauna Lani Bay Resort' 180 degree Panorama

2009-07-17T00:12:11Z

Chandi
Ocean View From our balcony at 'Mauna Lani Bay Resort' 180 degree Panorama

On our way back from Waipi'o valley, the GPS routed us through some delightful 'unnamed' roads :)

2009-07-17T09:38:59Z

Chandi
On our way back from Waipi'o valley, the GPS routed us through some delightful 'unnamed' roads :)

Waipi'o valley is a wonderland - with unimaginably steep walls on all sides, waterfalls etching the perimeter, fields of taro and a luscious mile-long black sand beach.

2009-07-17T09:38:22Z

Chandi
Waipi'o valley is a wonderland - with unimaginably steep walls on all sides, waterfalls etching the perimeter, fields of taro and a luscious mile-long black sand beach.

Our first sight of the green waters - off Laupahoehoe State Park along the Hamakua coast. The coast here is filled with lush green as in Hilo.

2009-07-17T09:35:37Z

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Our first sight of the green waters - off Laupahoehoe State Park along the Hamakua coast. The coast here is filled with lush green as in Hilo.

Our first sight of the green waters - off Laupahoehoe State Park along the Hamakua coast.

2009-07-17T09:34:51Z

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Our first sight of the green waters - off Laupahoehoe State Park along the Hamakua coast.

The lush Palm Jungle right next to the ocean - a quintessential Hilo sighting.

2009-07-17T09:30:57Z

Chandi
The lush Palm Jungle right next to the ocean - a quintessential Hilo sighting.

A rusted bell outside the botanical garden.

2009-07-17T09:30:16Z

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A rusted bell outside the botanical garden.

Lily lake.

2009-07-17T09:28:35Z

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Lily lake.

Lily lake.

2009-07-17T09:28:21Z

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Lily lake.

A Macaw at the Botanical Garden.

2009-07-17T09:26:11Z

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A Macaw at the Botanical Garden.

The beautiful Palm Canopy near Onomea Falls.

2009-07-17T09:24:38Z

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The beautiful Palm Canopy near Onomea Falls.

Onomea Falls.

2009-07-17T09:21:01Z

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Onomea Falls.

Walking down into the Botanical Garden in Hilo, we passed through this Bamboo Avenue.

2009-07-17T09:15:54Z

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Walking down into the Botanical Garden in Hilo, we passed through this Bamboo Avenue.

Karishma at the Volcano House. The Halema'uma'u crater in the background continues spewing copious amounts of sulphur dioxide.

2009-07-18T10:33:03Z

Chandi
Karishma at the Volcano House. The Halema'uma'u crater in the background continues spewing copious amounts of sulphur dioxide.

Aloha Crater Lodge - the amazing B&B place we stayed at, set in a lush rainforest setting, just a mile outside the Volcano National Park.

2009-07-17T09:55:54Z

Chandi
Aloha Crater Lodge - the amazing B&B place we stayed at, set in a lush rainforest setting, just a mile outside the Volcano National Park.

Lava fireworks - Watching the world get made - a spellbinding and humbling sight - the Earth's most primordial show. Quite a crowd gathered at night to be awed by the spectacle of new land ...

2009-07-18T09:07:24Z

Chandi
Lava fireworks - Watching the world get made - a spellbinding and humbling sight - the Earth's most primordial show. Quite a crowd gathered at night to be awed by the spectacle of new land ...

Lava fireworks - Watching the world get made - a spellbinding and humbling sight - the Earth's most primordial show.

2009-07-17T07:24:43Z

Chandi
Lava fireworks - Watching the world get made - a spellbinding and humbling sight - the Earth's most primordial show.

In Kalapana - fading light at the end of the day. The volume of the steam and sulphur plume as lava plunged into the ocean is unbelievable. It seemed like a fool's errand, walking towards ...

2009-07-17T07:20:36Z

Chandi
In Kalapana - fading light at the end of the day. The volume of the steam and sulphur plume as lava plunged into the ocean is unbelievable. It seemed like a fool's errand, walking towards ...

Rainbow Falls. Early in the morning they're supposed to give off a rainbow through the mist. Unfortunately, we hit it late afternoon.

2009-07-17T09:15:12Z

Chandi
Rainbow Falls. Early in the morning they're supposed to give off a rainbow through the mist. Unfortunately, we hit it late afternoon.

Pauahi Crater - only 250 ft. - tiny in comparison.

2009-07-17T07:18:18Z

Chandi
Pauahi Crater - only 250 ft. - tiny in comparison.

As various minerals ooze out of lava, they get oxidized exhibiting different colors.

2009-07-17T09:46:15Z

Chandi
As various minerals ooze out of lava, they get oxidized exhibiting different colors.

You don't say!

2009-07-17T07:14:49Z

Chandi
You don't say!

End of the 'Chain of Craers' Road. Clearly Lava has no respect for public property. The red shirt near the top left of the picture give a scale for the height of the overflow.

2009-07-17T07:14:39Z

Chandi
End of the 'Chain of Craers' Road. Clearly Lava has no respect for public property. The red shirt near the top left of the picture give a scale for the height of the overflow.

Lava Patterns along the jagged coastline at the end of the 'Chain of Craters' Road.

2009-07-17T09:55:54Z

Chandi
Lava Patterns along the jagged coastline at the end of the 'Chain of Craters' Road.

Smooth and ropy - like thick cake batter.

2009-07-17T09:48:46Z

Chandi
Smooth and ropy - like thick cake batter.

The Holei Sea Arch, at the end of 'Chain of Craters' Road. The size is to be seen to be believed. It's an otherworldly experience, hearing the ocean's deep rumbling sounds as it continually ...

2009-07-21T06:15:23Z

Chandi
The Holei Sea Arch, at the end of 'Chain of Craters' Road. The size is to be seen to be believed. It's an otherworldly experience, hearing the ocean's deep rumbling sounds as it continually ...

The Holei Sea Arch, at the end of 'Chain of Craters' Road. The size is to be seen to be believed. It's an otherworldly experience, hearing the ocean's deep rumbling sounds as it continually ...

2009-07-17T07:13:43Z

A tile floor in a bathroom you say?

2009-07-17T09:47:54Z

Chandi
A tile floor in a bathroom you say?

We ventured beyond the lighted part of Thurston Lava tube and would've continued further than we did if it weren't so damp. As it was, the camera was dripping wet and had to be thoroughly cl ...

2009-07-18T10:31:57Z

Chandi
We ventured beyond the lighted part of Thurston Lava tube and would've continued further than we did if it weren't so damp. As it was, the camera was dripping wet and had to be thoroughly cl ...

First half of the Thurston Lava Tube is cleaned up and lighted to make it easy to visit. It's cold, damp and continually dripping from above.

2009-07-17T07:10:22Z

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First half of the Thurston Lava Tube is cleaned up and lighted to make it easy to visit. It's cold, damp and continually dripping from above.

Entry into the Thurston Lava Tube.

2009-07-17T07:09:10Z

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Entry into the Thurston Lava Tube.

A fly rubs its legs in anticipation - in the rainforest at the end of the Kileau Iki trail.

2009-07-17T09:55:54Z

Chandi
A fly rubs its legs in anticipation - in the rainforest at the end of the Kileau Iki trail.

The tropical forest is dominated by ferns of all kinds.

2009-07-17T07:08:04Z

Chandi
The tropical forest is dominated by ferns of all kinds.

The tropical forest is dominated by ferns of all kinds.

2009-07-17T07:07:56Z

Chandi
The tropical forest is dominated by ferns of all kinds.

Lehua blossoms in the rainforest at the end of the Kileau Iki trail.

2009-07-17T09:55:54Z

Chandi
Lehua blossoms in the rainforest at the end of the Kileau Iki trail.

The Kilauea Iki trail ends back up in the cool and lush tropical forest.

2009-07-17T07:07:39Z

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The Kilauea Iki trail ends back up in the cool and lush tropical forest.

Some scale this! Approximately 400 ft descent through the rain forest to reach the crater floor. And there's the Kilauea caldera in the background.

2009-07-17T07:06:50Z

Chandi
Some scale this! Approximately 400 ft descent through the rain forest to reach the crater floor. And there's the Kilauea caldera in the background.

A lonely 'Ohi'a plant. It is said that picking a lehua blossom off an 'ohi'a tree will produce rain.

2009-07-17T07:05:35Z

Chandi
A lonely 'Ohi'a plant. It is said that picking a lehua blossom off an 'ohi'a tree will produce rain.

Paint my world..

2009-07-18T10:19:16Z

Chandi
Paint my world..

A creative trail marker - entirely in keeping with the surroundings :)

2009-07-17T07:04:07Z

Chandi
A creative trail marker - entirely in keeping with the surroundings :)

Porous in parts, crunchy as you walk on it.

2009-07-17T09:48:19Z

Chandi
Porous in parts, crunchy as you walk on it.

Sizes here are incomprehensible. To imagine that the entire crater was filled upto 400ft depth of lava is mind boggling. As the lave lake cooled and cracked, the sheets of lava buckled and w ...

2009-07-17T07:03:38Z

Chandi
Sizes here are incomprehensible. To imagine that the entire crater was filled upto 400ft depth of lava is mind boggling. As the lave lake cooled and cracked, the sheets of lava buckled and w ...

Karishma in one of the many cracks in a lava bench inside Kilauea Iki crater.

2009-07-18T10:19:04Z

Chandi
Karishma in one of the many cracks in a lava bench inside Kilauea Iki crater.

Sizes here are incomprehensible. To imagine that the entire crater was filled upto 400ft depth of lava is mind boggling. As the lave lake cooled and cracked, the sheets of lava buckled and w ...

2009-07-17T07:03:16Z

The southern flank of the crater. The violent landscape is very arresting. It feels more like Mars than Earth.

2009-07-17T07:13:02Z

Chandi
The southern flank of the crater. The violent landscape is very arresting. It feels more like Mars than Earth.

Karishma rests on a lava ledge in Kilauea Iki crater.

2009-07-18T10:18:34Z

Chandi
Karishma rests on a lava ledge in Kilauea Iki crater.

All around the crater, you see signs of life taking over the utter violence and devastation of the lava filled crater. This 'Ohi'a plant is trying to find a suitable spot to plant down its ...

2009-07-17T06:58:58Z

Chandi
All around the crater, you see signs of life taking over the utter violence and devastation of the lava filled crater. This 'Ohi'a plant is trying to find a suitable spot to plant down its ...

The transition from the rainforest to the crater floor is very abrupt.

2009-07-17T06:56:31Z

Chandi
The transition from the rainforest to the crater floor is very abrupt.

The trail starts in a lush tropical rain forest, before going down into the crater floor.

2009-07-17T06:55:49Z

Chandi
The trail starts in a lush tropical rain forest, before going down into the crater floor.

At the start of the Kilauea Iki trail, overlooking the Kilauea Iki crater. In the distance, you can see the sulphur fumes from the Halema'uma'u.

2009-07-17T06:50:48Z

Chandi
At the start of the Kilauea Iki trail, overlooking the Kilauea Iki crater. In the distance, you can see the sulphur fumes from the Halema'uma'u.

Our view outside the room from Aloha Crater Lodge. Amazing B&B place set in a lush rainforest setting, just a mile outside the Volcano National Park.

2009-07-17T09:55:54Z

Chandi
Our view outside the room from Aloha Crater Lodge. Amazing B&B place set in a lush rainforest setting, just a mile outside the Volcano National Park.

The stars pay their homage to the Halema'uma'u Crater glowing at night because of the boiling lava lake under it.

2009-07-17T06:46:32Z

Chandi
The stars pay their homage to the Halema'uma'u Crater glowing at night because of the boiling lava lake under it.

Day.6 - Fourth sunset at the Verandah Lounge in Kona.

2009-07-18T10:10:01Z

Chandi
Day.6 - Fourth sunset at the Verandah Lounge in Kona.