The North Shore of Kauai extends from Moloaa to Napali, and along its coastline are miles of beaches, great snorkeling, striking cliffs and lush countryside. The first town with plenty to see and do as you make your way north … Continued
Kauai Drives
Sightseeing Kauai’s Westside: A Must When Visiting the Garden Isle
Part of the Garden Isle’s appeal is its quaint rural towns coupled with their unique gorgeous vistas. One small town seems to slip into another—each with its own island flavor and lovely tropical scenery. Yet nothing is quite as charming … Continued
Menehune Fishpond on Kaua‘i – Built by Ancient People
The Menehune Fishpond on Kaua‘i, perched above Nāwiliwili Harbor by Līhu‘e, is an authentic Hawaiian fishpond—once a vital food resource to native Hawaiians. The historic fishpond, also known as Alekoko, consists of an approximate 900-foot long lava rock wall that … Continued
Hanalei’s Waioli District Mission – More than just a pretty face
HANALEI is more than just a pretty face. It’s also history—fascinating stories of old—best told through a stroll around the Waioli Mission District. The district, where Kauai’s first missionaries came in 1834, includes the striking Waioli Huiia Church and the … Continued
In a Land Called Hanalei – Hanalei Bay is one of nature’s finest creations in the Hawaiian Islands.
Crescent-shaped Hanalei Bay is one of nature’s finest creations in the Hawaiian Islands. At times, the bay is a serene sheet of glassy water, highlighted by a stunning range of tropical mountains that are often laced with 1,000-foot waterfalls in … Continued
Kauai Island – Star of the Show
Hollywood loves Hawaii. And it really loves Kauai. Ever since 1934, when Universal Pictures came here to film White Heat, Hollywood has been carrying on a love affair with the Garden Isle. With its lush, spectacular scenery—including Waimea, “the Grand … Continued
Kauai Highlights – Poipu, Waimea Canyon & Kilauea Lighthouse
The oldest of all the Hawaiian Islands, Kauai is mostly uninhabited land of untouched forests, great canyons, secluded beaches and ancient caves. It’s known as the Garden Isle, largely due to the large tracts of virgin land and lush foliage. … Continued
Seven Wonders of Kauai
Kauai, known locally as the “Garden Isle,” is lush and green with diverse, natural wonders, ranging from a miniature Grand Canyon in Waimea to the crashing waves of Napali Coast. 1 – NAPALI COAST (the cliffs): Majestic sea cliffs rise … Continued