tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post6157475867637757398..comments2024-03-20T04:01:59.723-07:00Comments on TravelnWrite: Waikiki ~ A Royal Pink Palace CelebrationJackie and Joel Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-27580662121507871422017-02-25T15:01:00.827-08:002017-02-25T15:01:00.827-08:00I love the Royal Hawaiian hotel. I recall fondly ...I love the Royal Hawaiian hotel. I recall fondly when I stayed there, quite a while ago, and was greeted with a lei when I arrived, and then enjoyed their fabulous banana bread right in the sand on the beach along with coffee the next morning. It is definitely time for me to return.Carole Terwilliger Meyershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07421213159579496045noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-37446704647945898422017-02-25T12:58:21.238-08:002017-02-25T12:58:21.238-08:00I love reading about Hawaiian history, I had read ...I love reading about Hawaiian history, I had read about the Royal Hawaiian before, thanks for the refresher. Nathaliehttp://www.acooknotmad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-61666732330011482092017-02-25T06:42:43.975-08:002017-02-25T06:42:43.975-08:00Oh my gosh, his story would make a great blog post...Oh my gosh, his story would make a great blog post! And did you see my note that the Royal Hawaiian is looking for people's memories and history. You really should share some stories and photos with them. Thanks so much for sharing this bit of family history with us~Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-56463823135690423102017-02-25T06:41:19.296-08:002017-02-25T06:41:19.296-08:00Oh Mary you are so right about the differences. A...Oh Mary you are so right about the differences. And we so love the colors of Greece but as you've noted there is something different about the colors of Hawaii and the tropics that we also adore. Luckily we are blessed to be able to experience them both. Thanks for stopping by.Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-71601639814711486892017-02-25T06:39:53.892-08:002017-02-25T06:39:53.892-08:00She is a classy old dame, isn't she? Proving ...She is a classy old dame, isn't she? Proving again that even with age, if you have style, you'll stand out in a crowd!! Thanks for the visit Birgit - just stopped by your blog and it is great! Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-63741474312844645662017-02-25T06:36:52.910-08:002017-02-25T06:36:52.910-08:00Oh you should take the free tour while you are the...Oh you should take the free tour while you are there this summer! Enjoy your trip no matter what you do or where you go.Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-67301950785509737912017-02-25T06:36:10.242-08:002017-02-25T06:36:10.242-08:00We find it so interesting that so many from "...We find it so interesting that so many from "Down Under" come visit Hawaii. Your part of the world is so beautiful and you have such gorgeous beaches that we wonder why any of you would want to come to Hawaii. Thanks much for stopping by.Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-42333275627291236152017-02-25T06:34:42.848-08:002017-02-25T06:34:42.848-08:00Oh we so agree with you about Waikiki - we sadly t...Oh we so agree with you about Waikiki - we sadly try to avoid it these days. Way too crowded with tourists, shoppers and street people. And over the years it has lost its tropical charm to ubiquitous high-end stores that make its streets look like any big city in the US. But on occasion we brace ourselves and go there, just so we can go to the Pink Palace. And no, we are back in the Northwest, so won't be attending the gala. Thanks for sharing your travels, come back soon!Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-57644257551106002932017-02-25T06:31:59.047-08:002017-02-25T06:31:59.047-08:00You know I would be tempted to attend if we were t...You know I would be tempted to attend if we were there. Good cause and one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences but we've been back in the old gray Northwest for a couple weeks now. Thanks for visiting. #TPThursdayJackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-1280289588951300252017-02-25T06:30:46.776-08:002017-02-25T06:30:46.776-08:00No they don't Poppy and I find that so sad. I...No they don't Poppy and I find that so sad. I look at some of the sleek modern structures that will be knocked down in a couple decades to make room for newer structures and it makes me sad that architecture has become a cost-energy efficient endeavor without thought of long-lasting history or beauty.Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-13809434914368603572017-02-23T07:25:41.064-08:002017-02-23T07:25:41.064-08:00My father-in-law was stationed at the Royal Hawaii...My father-in-law was stationed at the Royal Hawaiian during the Second World War and the stories and photos he shared with me spoke of an oasis of peace and R&R far away from the realities of war elsewhere. Thanks for bringing those memories back to the fore!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00032970769390789212noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-1432070942041641492017-02-23T02:27:03.895-08:002017-02-23T02:27:03.895-08:00What a beautiful location Jackie. So different fr...What a beautiful location Jackie. So different from Greece and althougth they are also islands the mood is totally different and more atmospheric with the lush greenery and the deep greys of the sky. The hotel is grand and full of history. Mary K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/17696218067214163344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-27689063410384733232017-02-22T13:45:33.307-08:002017-02-22T13:45:33.307-08:00What a grand old lady she is! I can't believe ...What a grand old lady she is! I can't believe how much the other buildings are overshadowing her now with their size. But, despite all that, she is still standing out as the one who the most style! Birgit | Groove Is In The Hearthttp://www.grooveisintheheart.co.zanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-63086750900808293552017-02-22T10:42:00.686-08:002017-02-22T10:42:00.686-08:00I remember walking through the Royal Hawaiian when...I remember walking through the Royal Hawaiian when I was a kid and admiring how the pink really stood out. On that trip, I was also really happy we were staying at the Sheraton Waikiki because I think that's where The Brady Bunch stayed when they visited Hawaii. We've just decided to head to Oahu this summer, and I'm hoping to get another look at this grand hotel. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07192887614051544662noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-12023358582157077002017-02-22T06:54:35.144-08:002017-02-22T06:54:35.144-08:00Our friends loved Hawaii when they visited, we'...Our friends loved Hawaii when they visited, we're yet to get there yet, so thanks for the visit. So interesting to see the then and now. Happy travels and have a fabulous week doing things on your 'to do list" ! Jill Harrisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08484965955166744702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-50985871129366791982017-02-22T04:29:56.108-08:002017-02-22T04:29:56.108-08:00Just got back from a stay at The Royal Hawaiian. I...Just got back from a stay at The Royal Hawaiian. I think that was my favorite part of my trip to Waikiki beach. (I had never been to Hawaii before, and thus didn't know what to expect. We started in Maui, ventured off to Lanai'i and Molokai, then ended in Oahu visiting both Waikiki and the North Shore. Waikiki was a sharp contrast to all of the other places we visited in Hawaii.) While I'd happily visit the Royal Hawaiian again (they made me feel like royalty even though I was in the cheapest room they had available), I'm not sure Waikiki would top my list of favorite places to visit in Hawaii. Thanks for sharing the history of the hotel. One day I may have to return if only to take the tour. It sounds like a fun and informative experience. Will you be going to the anniversary gala?Mandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00415510811585368037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-34571490234665753542017-02-22T02:00:29.776-08:002017-02-22T02:00:29.776-08:00Hi, Jackie. What a fabulous landmark. Thanks for t...Hi, Jackie. What a fabulous landmark. Thanks for the history lesson. Let's hope it's never used for war time activities again! Are you going to the gala? Thanks for linking up this week. #TPThursdayNanciehttp://www.budgettravelerssandbox.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-34451232766767741922017-02-21T11:20:57.999-08:002017-02-21T11:20:57.999-08:00Those ceilings, beautifully sculpted, so ornately ...Those ceilings, beautifully sculpted, so ornately designed, the columns, the light fixtures...another era! Thank you for introducing me to the Waikiki Royal, a.k.a. the Pink Palace; they just don't make them like this anymore, do they?<br /><br />xo<br />Poppy Poppyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08980323586402386609noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-42279612911945122412017-02-21T07:43:04.434-08:002017-02-21T07:43:04.434-08:00You definitely need to stop by the next time you g...You definitely need to stop by the next time you get to Waikiki - it is a treasure in an otherwise overcrowded with tourist part of the island. Thanks for stopping by!Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-8488046576666733512017-02-21T07:40:39.076-08:002017-02-21T07:40:39.076-08:00Glad you enjoyed the photos. Thanks for the visit~...Glad you enjoyed the photos. Thanks for the visit~Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-21594744705524703232017-02-21T07:40:16.801-08:002017-02-21T07:40:16.801-08:00We share a love of Hawaii then. Thanks much for st...We share a love of Hawaii then. Thanks much for stopping by, hope you'll be back often!Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-30716230977848105902017-02-21T07:39:42.529-08:002017-02-21T07:39:42.529-08:00A classic for sure.A classic for sure.Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-11732067289165598752017-02-21T07:39:26.044-08:002017-02-21T07:39:26.044-08:00Funny you should mention that book as I was thinki...Funny you should mention that book as I was thinking I should re-read it again sometime. It is kind of sad to see it wedged in among high rise buildings these days but it still holds some magic, that's for sure.Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-64453683968766501552017-02-21T07:37:58.477-08:002017-02-21T07:37:58.477-08:00This is definitely one of those places that I thin...This is definitely one of those places that I think 'if those walls could talk. . .' Thanks for stopping by, Jan.Jackie and Joel Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074129927177165084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7011248318265372337.post-44557807364188857442017-02-21T05:37:03.347-08:002017-02-21T05:37:03.347-08:00Oahu is my favorite Hawaiian island. Waikiki Beac...Oahu is my favorite Hawaiian island. Waikiki Beach is a really fun place and the Royal Hawaiian looks wonderful. I'll definitely check it out next time I go!Patti Morrowhttp://luggageandlipstick.comnoreply@blogger.com