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Some people come to Kauai seeking tranquility and peace. Others are looking for adventure. Fortunately, on Kauai you can find plenty of both -the choice is yours. Sail by the verdant Napali Coast. Learn how to make a sweet-smelling plumeria lei. Respectfully hike near an ancient heiau (religious temple). Race down a zipline. Kauai is a tropical playground waiting to be explored.

There’s a great deal to do on Kauai, so you’ll need to fuel up. Try something new, like a Japanese bento box or indulge your taste buds with fresh seafood prepared at a resort restaurant. On Kauai you’ll find plenty of options to please any palate.

It’s no surprise that the greens on the Garden Isle are greener. With 162 holes at nine stunning golf courses, golfing on Kauai will challenge your skills and please your senses. Visit all of Kauai’s courses, including the Princeville at Hanalei’s Prince Course – ranked #1 in the state by Golf Digest.

Kauai is a unique island, and you’ll no doubt want to bring home some souvenirs. Here you’ll find charming boutique shops as well as high-end stores. You’ll also discover stylish apparel, fine jewelry and distinctive art you can only find on Kauai.

On Kauai, the views are spectacular, the service is impeccable and the mood is romantic. Choose from wedding packages that let you customize your ideal event. Have a dream wedding on the sand, in a 19th-century church, or in a blossoming garden. Then, honeymoon or renew your vows on one of the most beautiful places on Earth.

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Quick Guide of Kauai

NORTH KAUAI

Wet and wild, the north side of Kauai is mystical and romantic. You can spot waterfalls along the mountains, and the valleys in between are lush and fertile. North Kauai’s beautiful coastline is known as the Napali Coast.

800px-Lihue-hawaii-aerialLIHUE

Lihue is the island’s county seat, and serves as the central hub for government, business, and transportation. Its central location provides ample opportunity for shopping, sightseeing, and meeting the locals.

  • Discover Kauai’s plantation past in Kilohana .
  • Spend a day swimming and sunbathing at Kalapaki Beach.
  • Drive 5 miles from Lihue to look at Wailua Falls, an 80-foot tiered waterfall.

EAST KAUAI (COCONUT COAST)

Kauai’s east side is dotted with golden sand beaches and flourishing coconut groves, which is how it got its nickname, the “Coconut Coast”. The meandering Wailua River offers scenic views of the area’s rich foliage.

  • Explore old Kapaa Town and delight in the quaint shops and restaurants.
  • Enjoy a picnic at Lydgate Park and watch keiki (children) play in the sun.
  • Take a boat ride to the fern-draped splendor of the Fern Grotto.
  • Walk respectfully around ancient heiau (religious temples) in Wailua or kayak down the Wailua River, one of the only navigable rivers in Hawaii.

SOUTH KAUAI

Numerous crescent-shaped beaches adorn the southern shoreline. Because of its beautiful beaches and sunny skies, many people head this way for swimming, snorkeling, and surfing.

  • See why Poipu Beach was recently voted “America’s Best Beach” by The Travel Channel.
  • Take a historical walking tour on the 10-mile Koloa Heritage Trail.
  • View the legendary Spouting Horn at sunset.

WEST KAUAI

The sunny west side of the island is home to several small towns, including Kekaha and Waimea. The 10-mile long, 3,567 foot deep Waimea Canyon is an unbelievable sight for such an island this size. It shouldn’t be missed.

  • Head to Kekaha Beach Park and enjoy imposing views of Niihau Island.
  • Browse the art galleries of Hanapepe, Kauai’s “Biggest Little Town.”
  • Drive up to the awesome Waimea Canyon, the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific”.

DRIVING TIMES

From Lihue Airport (LIH) to:

Fern Grotto: 15 min
Haena: 1 hr, 15 min
Kapaa: 20 min
Kilauea: 45 min
Poipu/Koloa: 25 min
Princeville: 1 hr
Spouting Horn: 30 min
Wailua Falls: 15 min
Waimea: 45 min
Waimea Canyon: 1 hr, 15 min