Introducing Kaua'i
Lush, rural Kaua'i is the Pacific Ocean’s magnificent jade temple. On Hawaii’s oldest major island, nature’s fingers have had time to dig deep – carving the unbelievable fluted cliffs of the Na Pali Coast and the tremendous ragged gash of Waimea Canyon. A mecca for hikers and kayakers, Kauaʻi is beloved by outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes, and it has been the darling of honeymooners ever since Elvis tied the knot here in Blue Hawaii. Forget coddling resorts, decadent shopping or bustling nightlife. Come to Kauaʻi for its heavenly art gallery – the one you find outdoors. The price for these works? Just a pair of boots and a little sweat.
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Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
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RE: Best two islands in Hawaii for first-timers
by markharf 02 June 2012
Tilos, did you walk at all on the Kalalau trail? That's one of the world's premier hikes. Add me to the "Oahu for a few days, then…
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RE: Best two islands in Hawaii for first-timers
by tilos 01 June 2012
Although the hiking was good, I really disliked Kauai. The good hiking was mostly on the W. part of the island (minus a few hikes on the…
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RE: Best two islands in Hawaii for first-timers
by Kahua 01 June 2012
Oahu and Kauai. Kauai has good hiking and superb views. Spend more time on the North shore, in the Hanalei area if you can do it, than…
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Our Top Picks For Kaua'i
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1 Hanalei Bay
Perfect crescent of sand and sea, winter surf mecca
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2 Kalalau Trail
Rugged trek along sheer Na Pali cliffs
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3 Limahuli Garden
Scenic display of native flora, backdrop of Makana mountain (aka Bali Hai)
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4 Alaka'i Swamp
Misty, muddy habitat for endangered species, accessible by boardwalk trail
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5 Hanapepe
Old-West town and artist colony, lively Friday ‘Art Night’
Our favourite Kaua'i Blogs (beta)
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The Vagobond Files : Undiscovered Countries
Blog: Vagobond.com - 29 September 2010
Travel is about the undiscovered countries of the mind as well as the hidden nations of the soul. The Vagobond Files reveals some of the secret places I have discovered in my journeys.
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Free HAPA Show at Stern Grove
Blog: Broke-Ass Stuart's Goddamn Website - 22 June 2010
“Hapa” is a Hawaiian word that means half Hawaiian, half white, but it has been adopted by most Asian-American cultures to just mean “half white, half Asian.” I happen to look super hapa, which was extremely helpful while growing up on Kauai. No one messed with me on “Kill Haole (white person)” Day.
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Hawaii Week: Kauai with Kids
Blog: Ciao Bambino! - 8 March 2010
Kauai, known as the Garden Isle, is draped with lush tropical rainforests and cascading waterfalls, all surrounded by sapphire seas. But don’t just stand back and look! Dive in and enjoy what the island has to offer: hiking, swimming, and kayaking is plentiful for active families. There’s a lot of history here, too. You’ll find Hawaiian cultural presentations at various venues around the island, giving you and your ohana (family) the chance to try their hand at dancing the hula or weaving lauhala.
