In April, we took a long weekend trip to Lanai with my mom and Tom. Josh and I left early in the morning on Friday so we could go visit the Lanai Cat Sanctuary, which we missed on our first trip. We picked up our jeep and went to Blue Ginger Cafe in Lanai City for breakfast. After that, we drove back towards the airport to go visit the kitties! We spent three hours (and I could have spent more) feeding them treats, playing with them, and giving them attention. The facility and staff were wonderful and I love their mission. We also sponsored a cat for a year (her name is Ava and she’s pictured below). She’s 11 and SO sweet! Can’t wait to go back!

They had tons of fun hiding places.

Ava! We sponsored her in place.

Just eating my sunglasses.

Naha escaped while we were leaving and wanted to come with us.

How to grow a cat.

They didn’t really want to be friends with us.

The welcome committee.

After we pulled ourselves away from the kitties, we checked in to Hotel Lanai and changed to go pick up Linda and Tom from the airport. After picking them up, we walked around Lanai City for a bit before heading to dinner at One Forty at The Four Seasons at Manele Bay. The dinner setting was beautiful and the food was delicious!

View from dinner!

Salmon poke

Bread and dipping items

Baked Mahi Mahi – Fondant Potatoes, Sicilian Olives, Golden Raisins, Marinated Artichokes, Citrus Aioli

Mushroom Crusted Monchong – Onion Fennel Soubise, Sea Asparagus, Ginger Beurre Blanc

Catalan Shrimp – Meyer Lemon, Tarragon, Lime, Saffron White Wine Broth, Grilled Garlic Bread

Kiawe Smoked Chocolate Mousse – Hazelnut Crunch, Macadamia and Local Honey Ice Cream