In two days I board a plane for a trip that I’ve been talking about (driving people crazy about) for a very long time. My friends and I decided to go to Burning Man 2013 about 16 months ago. After seeing Vegas and NYC last time I went to Burning Man, this time it was an absolute must to go somewhere quiet, relaxing, warm and if possible, naked. A bit of google action later and I’d found a little B&B on the Big Island of Hawaii and I was set. I’d always written Hawaii off as being too touristy and commercial, which I’m sure Waikiki is.
The area I’m going to is near lava flows, waterfalls, Kehena black sand nude beach, hot springs and a whole bunch or relaxed gorgeousness that will serve me well after the crazy chaos that is Burning Man. A guy from one of the other Sydney groups of gay men at Burning Man is going to be at the same B&B for a few days overlap so there will be a familiar face to hang out with as well after a few days of solitude and relaxation. Even though I fly out on Friday evening, it still doesn’t quite all feel real that I’m going. I’ve never travelled overseas with such a big group of friends and the potential for drama is much higher when there are more of you living in such close quarters. The desert is vast and there are 60,000+ people to go talk to if tension runs high. I need this holiday very much and I can not wait!
Hey Brenton,
I really enjoy the blog and have been an avid reader for several years! I’ll be at burning man this year as well…I hope the playa gods provide us with the opportunity to say hello! Best, Drew
Have a great time, Brenton. Be sure not to go totally naked on the Black Sand beach near Puna—- wear a pair of scandals or your feet will scorch. Be sure to upload plenty of photos, especially the naked ones!
Have a great time. There are certain parts of Hawaii that are very touristy. There are also places off the path that are great & much more fun. If you have a good guide & feel like going out of your comfort zone, try finding something off the guide books. There are still a lot of springs & waterfalls inland that you could swim or hangout however in so long as it’s just you and friends or strangers whom don’t mind nudity.
I am sure you will have a fabulous time!
The area you will be going to in Hawaii is one of my favorite, one of the most beautiful of Hawaii and one of the most undisturbed areas.
Have fun. I’m looking forward to hearing about your vacation here in te US.
Have fun. I would just second a few of the comments above. Remember to where shoes on the Puna or any blacksand beach. You can burn your feet badly. Also the current off Puna can be very strong. Please be safe while you’re swimming!
Also – hope to bump into you on the Playa. I’ll be with all the other gays around 8:30 between G & H. Hopefully finally get to meet you at Pink Mammoth!
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Brenton, when will you be in Hawaii? Are you staying at Kalani, isle of You or Big Island B&B? The big island has been home for me since 2002, but right now I am over on the North Shore of Oahu helping a friend. I hope to be back on the Big Island by Sept 8. I would love to say hi, as I have been an avid follower of yours for years now! Welcome home and Aloha!
As a Waikiki resident…well, actually Diamond Head, on the other side of a large park from Waikiki… I’ve heard comments about Waikiki for years, and you are right it is busy, commercial and touristy, but it is also fun. When you decide to visit Oahu, let me know and I’ll be happy to show you parts of our beautiful island that most tourists in Waikiki never see, yes and even a nude beach. Bring you hiking boots, we’ll rent some snorkeling stuff and go hiking and snorkeling at Sharks cove…never seen a shark there though.
May sure you get a Lei Brenton..and visit the Kona coast and where Captain Cook died… the Big Island amd Hawaii will touch your soul.