Author: Richard Proszowski

A Day at Iceland’s Blue Lagoon

A Day at Iceland’s Blue Lagoon

Posted by | Aug 16, 2022 | , , |

we chose to book The Retreat Spa at the Blue Lagoon rather than a general admission ticket. The Retreat Spa reservation allowed access to all areas of the Blue Lagoon included in the general admission, plus several other amenities including the ability to have a quiet lunch at the Spa Restaurant. For us, given that this was our first full day after an overnight flight and desiring to truly make this a rejuvenating experience ahead of touring Iceland and Norway for two weeks, the more extravagant choice of the Retreat Spa was well worth it.

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Whale and Dolphin Watch Charter at the Four Seasons Ko Olina

Whale and Dolphin Watch Charter at the Four Seasons Ko Olina

Posted by | Jan 20, 2022 | , , |

We had the good fortune to charter “The Entertainer”, which is a Sea Ray SLX 400 available to guests staying at the Four Seasons Ko Olina. Skippered by two talented and knowledgable team mates, the trip was fantastic and exceeded all expectations for our foray into dolphin and whale watching. It helped that the seas were very calm on the day we went out, and that is was very much the right season for whale watching.

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Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina

Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina

Posted by | Jan 18, 2022 | , |

The Ko Olina area is a development about 30 minutes from Honolulu airport and houses several resorts, including the Four Seasons, Disney’s Aulani and Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club. It is built around three man-made lagoons that provide for easy ocean access and swimming, in an area where surf usually makes ocean access a challenge.

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Bellevue Botanical Garden D’Lights

Bellevue Botanical Garden D’Lights

Posted by | Jan 3, 2022 | , |

An annual festive exhibit worth a visit is the Bellevue Botanical Garden D’Lights. Held outside, pretty much rain or shine, the lighted exhibit covers a portion of the botanical gardens and showcase creative constructions of gardens, animals, landscapes and some whimsical elements as well. A walkable loop with some mild inclines and declines can be covered in less than an hour and will leave everyone in a holiday mood.

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Morso Bistro in Gig Harbor

Morso Bistro in Gig Harbor

Posted by | Dec 6, 2021 | , |

The menu has evolved over time to more of a grazing or tapas type format, and the selections are such that it is easy to create a full meal with good variety and excellent quality. The breads and risottos are wonderful, as are seasonal dishes based on fresh ingredients. This is also another location that combines a good wine shop with its offering and helps deliver both local Washington products in addition to enough variety globally to meet most needs.

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