Sightseeing

We did a bit of sightseeing today, 

starting with the Waikiki Aquarium,

the second oldest aquarium in the US, 

 Baby Gary-baldies

established in 1904.

 Raccoon Butterflyfish, a first for me

It’s small - we were in and out in an hour -

 River Stingray
but well worth the $5 admission fee. 

 Ocean as backdrop

And they had my favorite weedy sea dragons, 

so I’m ready to visit again. 

Then an excellent lunch overlooking the ocean 

at the Barefoot Beach Cafe on Waikiki Beach,

before driving up to Diamondhead lookout

and the Punchbowl National Cemetery. 

Such a beautiful memorial.

We have reservations tomorrow to see the Iolani Palace

and maybe wander around other historical sites and some shops on Waikiki.

 Poor Giant Clam! 😂

Still haven’t put my toes in the ocean, 

so maybe we’ll do that tomorrow too.

Amazing how fast the days fly when we’re on vacation!