Post #757834 by AlohaStation on Mon, Jan 25, 2016 12:45 PM

So - Many moons ago I was selected as the first destination for Mr. Tiki #1. It was early in his adventure and he wasn't quite sure what to do and where to go. His enthusiasm caused him to spend only one night in SFL before he was off to his next destination. As he and his predecessors voyaged around the world he regretted that he did not spend more time in seeing the sights in South Florida - he returned last week. His enthusiasm swelled when I told him that he would be going to the tiki temple, the Mai Kai. Here's what happened...

My brother was in town so we loaded up and headed over to the Mai Kai for Happy Hour.

We started out with some Mai Tais in the Molikai and enjoyed the free buffet during Happy Hour.

While there we ran into a few of the inhabitants that were lingering in the bar. (Tiki Kiliki -queen of the Hukilau and Evan from CopyCat productions)

And, he was caught flirting with Tatianna, our server.

Apparently he had a few too many half price drinks and started running around the place like he belonged there. Pia (Marketing Director) had to step in, when he started getting frisky with one of the natives.

Later, Kern (General Manager) found him trying to watch the show without a ticket.

After that, I suggested he go out into the garden to get some fresh air. When I made it out there he had already made new friends with some of the natives. They were talking story like they knew each other for years.

Not one to shy away from a challenge, someone dared him to dance in the fires of the Mai Kai.

The fire seemed to sober him up a little. While in the gardens we ran into some rather dignified inhabitants that were cooking up a little something special for the Hukilau. Dave (owner) and WillCarve.

The life of a Tiki Celebrity is tough. As we were heading out, one of Mr. Tikis biggest fans came up and asked for a quick picture. Doreen was thrilled get a pic with him. He told me this kind of thing happens all the time!

Before leaving he had to make a quick pitstop.

He had a great time at the Mai Kai and hopes to return some day. The Mai Kai is a fantastic place that takes you back to the islands. Unfortunately after paying his bill he had to make a quick stop at the ATM before getting an Uber home.

His adventures continue in South Florida. Where will he go? Who will he meet?