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Aloha Hawaii Time!

By Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Real Estate Agent with HomeSmart Real Estate AZ Broker BR030809000

October 23, 2020 12:33 PM

Thanks to Jeff Dowler, CRS I've been doing quite a bit of traveling around the world, if only in my mind! He got me to thinking, why don't I get my travel bags packed and take a few trips myself this next few days. Indeed - why not!

Hawaii would be a great place to visit first. The expansive ocean views captivated our senses from the first stop. It was so nice to find a quiet spot and relax for a couple of hours enjoying a picnic with friends. And golfing on one of Hawaii's ocean view courses, well that was called a major distraction! Hard to concentrate on playing golf! And it was so nice to end a few days with a sunset boat ride. Can you feel the breeze and hear the waves?

Come on! Let's get going!

Aloha!

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Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543

Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA

Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Love all those photos, I have never been to Hawaii, but am sure to put it on my bucket list now. Have a couple of trips booked for next year so fingers crossed we will be able to travel safely.

Oct 23, 2020 12:37 PM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Nick you'll love it there....laid back and relaxing and never ending views!

Oct 23, 2020 01:49 PM

Chris Ann Cleland

Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA

Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

I'm confused. Did you actually go? Or is this your virtual vacation we're talking about? Either way, it sounds delightful.

Oct 23, 2020 12:51 PM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Yes Chris Ann Cleland been there and plan to go back asap. It's pretty easy for us to get there, only 5 hours so it's doable without taking a day of travel

Oct 23, 2020 01:50 PM

Jeff Dowler, CRS

eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA

The Southern California Relocation Dude

Mahalo Anna:

I loved your virtual trip to Hawaii, and of course I want to go back even more after seeing these beautiful photos. I'm glad my post was an inspiration...perhaps others will join in to share THEIR virtual travels since we are stuck at home.

There's even a group for travelers in the Rain.

Jeff

Oct 23, 2020 01:09 PM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

You got me thinking......I'll join that group too!

Oct 23, 2020 01:40 PM

Margaret Goss

@Properties - Winnetka, IL

Chicago's North Shore & Winnetka Real Estate

Thank you for the virtual trip - I've never been!

Oct 23, 2020 01:22 PM

Kathleen Daniels, Prob...

San Jose, CA
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

You're welcome Margaret Goss ! I've been seeing Jeff Dowler's photos and enjoyed his....and started mine!

Oct 23, 2020 01:51 PM

Ron and Alexandra Seigel

Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA

Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Last time we were in Hawaii was a few years ago. We had a client in Maui, and one in Honolulu It is a beautiful place, each unique in its own way. I did not take photos that time...A

Oct 23, 2020 01:38 PM

Kathleen Daniels, Prob...

San Jose, CA
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Yes the islands all have their special charms! My fav is still Maui. Gary likes the Big Island.

Oct 23, 2020 01:52 PM

Ron and Alexandra Seigel

Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRS, Broker, Instructor We also prefer the Big Island like Gary...it is beautiful and I like the idea that it also has all 4 climates including snow. A

Oct 23, 2020 04:46 PM

Carol Williams

Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA

Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hey Anna,
What a coincidence you posted this. I just put a "memory" on Facebook about our cruise to Hawaii last year at this time.

Oct 23, 2020 01:44 PM

Kathleen Daniels, Prob...

San Jose, CA
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

I saw that Carol Williams and mentioned that to you on FB!!

Oct 23, 2020 01:52 PM

Ray Henson

eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA

Realtor

Those are some beautiful pictures. They make me want to visit the islands again one of these days soon. Aloha!

Oct 23, 2020 01:44 PM

Kathleen Daniels, Prob...

San Jose, CA
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Aloha Raymond Henson, SRES, GRI glad you like them. I've got tons of photos....but those are some of my favorites.

Oct 23, 2020 01:53 PM

Rocky Dickerson

Realty One Group - Las Vegas, NV

Superior Service!

Hello Anna! Hawaii can be beautiful. My family has a timeshare in Maui every Jabuary. Love it when the humpback whales come there to give birth.

Oct 23, 2020 02:02 PM

Kathleen Daniels, Prob...

San Jose, CA
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ

602-380-4886

Hi Rocky Dickerson how fun for your family! I don't think I've seen the whales. But I have seen a lot of dolphins!! And those really big turtles while snorkeling!

Oct 23, 2020 02:04 PM

Rocky Dickerson

Las Vegas, NV

Rocky Dickerson

Whales are there December through February. Birthing season seems to be early January. The humpbacks do love Maui.

Oct 23, 2020 02:11 PM

Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA

Probate Real Estate Services

Hello Miss Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRS, Broker, Instructor
Now that was a fun mini-vacation to Hawaii. I can hear the waves and feel the breeze. Ah ... so relaxing 😊

Oct 23, 2020 02:26 PM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Me Too Kathleen. In fact I'm hanging on a hammock over looking the ocean being served a lovely chilled glass of wine! Walk on over and join us!

Oct 23, 2020 05:04 PM

Kathy Streib

Cypress, TX

Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Anna- there you go!!! Those pictures should tide you over until you and Gary get to go to Hawaii again!!!

Oct 23, 2020 03:27 PM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

LOl well probably not Kathy but I'll find more, lots more. I thought Jeff's idea was such a fun thing to do. Wish I would have started it months ago. And I actually posted a Friday funny joke. Don't remember last time I did that. Enjoy your weekend! Hi to Larry!

Oct 23, 2020 05:05 PM

Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS

Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA

South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

This is by far the easiest way to travel and by far the safest (I have to admit I wasn't wearing a mask)

Happy Friday evening Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRS, Broker, Instructor

Oct 23, 2020 09:10 PM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Good idea to make the trip as pleasant and enjoyable as possible Paul! Glad you like it! Next trip coming up soon. Keep your bags packed!

Oct 24, 2020 09:52 AM

Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX

Selling Homes Changing Lives

Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRS, Broker, Instructor -

WHAT A TRIP! I LOVED IT FROM THE MOMENT I ARRIVED AT THE FIRST STOP! IT WAS NICE TO SEE THE OCEAN WAVE AT ME -LOL

EVEN WHEN IT STARTED TO GET DARK, IT WAS NICE AND BRIGHT FOR PICTURE TAKING! IT IS ALWAYS BEAUTIFUL IN HAWAII DAY & NIGHT!

WHEN I STOOD ON THAT ROCKY EDGE I DIDN'T EVEN GET MY SHOES WET, NOR DID I SLIP!

WHEN THE TREES BEGAN TO BOW TO ME, I FELT SO SPECIAL!!!

MORE ROCKS AND BLUE OCEAN. I CAN TELL THERE ARE A LOT OF VOLCANIC ROCKS AROUND THERE - BUT THEN AGAIN, THAT'S WHAT I'D EXPECT IN HAWAII! BY THE WAY, NOW, I'M FEELING RATHER CHILLY....

SURF'S UP! I THINK I'LL TRY THE TURQUOISE SURF BOARD! LOOKS LIKE FUN!

LIFE IS GOOD WHEN IT'S AFTER DARK IN BEAUTIFUL HAWAII TOO!!!

Thanks, Anna, I had a great time!

Oct 24, 2020 02:48 AM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRS, Broker, Instructor - Actually, the blue one was reserved, so I took the white convertible. It was FUN!!! I'll meet you down there after my siesta time is over!

Ciao!

Oct 24, 2020 10:21 AM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Wow you took the round trip around the island Patricia - good for you! Hope you used the bright blue convertible with the top down! That is so fun to do! Surfs up right now - see you down there.

Oct 24, 2020 09:53 AM

Myrl Jeffcoat

Sacramento, CA

Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

I've been to Hawaii four times. And, it never disappoints. Interestingly, I was thinking of making a trip there next year, once the pandemic passes. If we travel now, they have a 2 week quarantine in place.

Oct 24, 2020 04:43 AM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

It always feels like being home, doesn't it Myrl! Slide into a gentler rythm and just enjoy the moments to the max! Yes only in our minds right now....but that's fun too!

Oct 24, 2020 09:54 AM

Michael Jacobs

Pasadena, CA

Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Anna - I realize how fortunate I am when I can travel through my memories of the moments that matter. Aloha, indeed and Mahalo.

Oct 24, 2020 05:39 AM