After cheering the rest of the finishers off at the Ironman finish line, we headed to have a well earned rest at the sea terrace in our hotel. As night came, so did the turtles! The sunset over the bay, with 6 huge Continue Reading
The big day. As much as I say this is just training for Michiel, not to take it too seriously, it was a big deal. It was the true testament to the fact he was back. Back ironmanning, back to full fitness. It meant Continue Reading
Tapering. In basic terms means to slow down before a big race. It is a whole mind boggling world, and so many people aren’t sure how to, or what to do in their own personal tapering days. With Michiel, I know Continue Reading
In the outskirts of Honolulu city centre, located on a highway, was the small aptly named, Peace Cafe. Coming up on Happy Cow as one of the only vegan places on the island, we were impressed by the reviews. On Continue Reading
As a young boy I was such a fan of the adventures of 3 guys travelling the world having amazing adventures, the Dutch Bob Evers books series, written in the fifties. One of the books was set in Honolulu, it seemed Continue Reading
We passed this little restaurant on the way to Waipoa and on the way back, decided to pay them a visit for lunch. It was advertised as vegetarian, but everything on the menu was vegan, bar two things that used Continue Reading
Rest day for Michiel, so a nice relaxing drive around the north of the big island. We got a hazy day, but we still saw so much beauty! This place is incredible. The landscape is scattered by lava rock, and you can’t Continue Reading
Hawaii bound! First stop Kona – the home of the Ironman! Luckily, the bike made it all the way from Europe without a problem too, phew! We didn’t argue with this guy when he offered to carry the bike for Continue Reading
In the heart of trendy Venice, on Rose Avenue, lies the trendy & modern, Cafe Gratitude. On entry, we were greeted with a positive quote by the guy who took us to our table, and we took a moment to look around. Continue Reading
OFF WE GO! A trip of a lifetime, once again! SO exciting, nerve wracking and such a big step all at once for Michiel. We know he is in good shape, and I am so happy to have seen him take such giant steps in his Continue Reading
