Absolute gorgeous morning, Kealakekua just north of Captain Cook.
About 10:30 we headed up the road which angles northeast of Kona past Waikoloa. Makalei Golf Club is mauka (up the mountain) from the road. The course climbs on the front nine from 2000 to 3000 feet, and on the back nine descends to the starting point. Probably the most spectacular course, hole in and out, that we've played, even without the immaculate conditioning expected by some tourists. The round included sunshine, heavy rain, fog, and sunshine again. It is famous for its beauty, precipitious terrain, and the many semidomesticated peacocks who live there. And it is a fun road to drive because, even though crowded, it passes from desert lava through woods and on up to rain forest, all the while having a view of the ocean to the west.
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| Granola bar? You have got to be kidding! |
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| The most interesting sand trap ever |
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| Lord of all he surveys |
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| Prince in waiting |
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| 18th tee |
Down the mountain, happy hour at Jackie Rey's in Kona, back to Ka'awa Loa for stimulating conversation on the lanai with new friends, sauvignon blanc, Tropical Dreams Chocolate Macadamia Nut ice cream, and the hot tub.
Tomorrow we must leave after breakfast, and head to the Kohala coast, and Mauna Lani.
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