Tuk tuk in Cambodia.
Goodnight.

i’ve been flying standby for the past 4 years so just waiting around to see if i can get on a flight is stressful at times. luckily a very kind man game me his miles last year and this was the golden chance to finally use it. my first time flying on Korean Airlines and my first time in a while to have an assigned seat. no stress this time.

i didn’t realize how far Korea was. 11 hours! i watched 3 movies, read a book, and ate, ate, and ate.

i’d have to say the food is top quality! this is just the salad.

followed by the main course bibimbap. better than many restaurants in hawaii.

this was cool. hot sauce in a tube.

and of course, some cheese and fruits for dessert followed by hagen daz ice cream. i’d have to rate the service, food, and seat 5 stars!

as i was landing, the pilot came on the intercom and said the weather was minus 3 degrees. what? so i opened my window and seen snow everywhere! cool! it’s been a long time since i seen snow so i was super happy!

Korean Airlines in Korea? i had to step into the lounge and check it out. have a 2.5 hour layover before heading to cambodia. going to eat everything, drink everything, take a shower, and get ready for my next flight.

it’s kind of like my vacation so i should enjoy it. kampai!
see you in cambodia later tonight! my brother is going to pick me up from the airport. we spend a night in the city, then head to the orphanage tomorrow. to tell you the truth, i’m a bit nervous. but at the same time, i’m excited to finally meet the kids that changed my brothers life forever.

i switched on the cam today to check Waimea Bay. OMG! i was shocked to see a boat and jet ski in the channel. this is illegal in hawaii. no jet ski or no boats are allowed near surfers or swimmers. and the last big swell i surfing pipeline, there were 4 jet skis in the channel and it was very dangerous. heard the DNLR has been getting a lot of complaints and are going to start giving tickets. i hope so before somebody gets hurt.

i went to drop off the kids iphone today and his father gave me some beers and cokes. i told him no need but he insisted. thanks Ben!

i’ve been giving fish to the homeless who live on beaches around hawaii ever since i started diving. they are always very thankful. today, one of the homeless guys walked up to me and said “hey kirby, here’s some poi.” what? i said no need. he said “just take it, it’s to say thank you for always bringing fish to us.” i was speechless! i accepted it, i was super happy, and i ate it last night. poi is very expensive in hawaii and the guy gave it to me from his heart. that’s the aloha of this beautiful island.

Cambodia was always a place i wanted to visit for years. i haven’t been there before but was always fascinated with the amazing temples. then once my brother moved there last year, it jumped to the top of my list. i leave today and will arrive there tomorrow. i’m looking forward to exploring an amazing country, hang out with my brother, and visit all of the kids at the orphanage he’s teaching at. can’t wait. see you soon bro!