Lihue-Central Kauai The first town that one sees upon stepping off the plane is Lihue. While it isn't nearly as industrial as Honolulu, or even Kahului, it holds the County Seat and is home of the island's main airport. It also boasts the Kaua'i Museum and the only still-active sugar mill. Upon heading inland, one quickly notices civilization disappearing-replaced by jungle, waterfalls and finally near impenetrable mountains. But most people don't head inland from Lihue; instead they go in the opposite direction, toward the ocean.
There isn't far to go. The coast is just a few moments' drive away. From there, it's easy... more local info
The essence of Hanalei, a taro patch Historic Kilauea Lighthouse Sandy Secrets Beach Kalihiwai Bay: Surfing and river fun Cool, calm natural pool at Ke`e Beach A glorious day at Ha`ena Beach Lovely Lumaha`i Beach SeaLodge Beach, a hidden sanctuary Queen's Bath Dreamy Na Pali Coast All photos by Jade Eckardt ... Read More
Snorkeling is a true escape from our world, if only a temporary one. Time spent underwater with fish is silent, peaceful, and can alleviate stresses we may feel on land. Kaua`i is home to several epic places to snorkel that are suitable for a variety of experience levels. Hawaii is home to a huge number of tropical fish, dolphins, whales, eels, sea urchins, and the occasional shark too. Luckily for avid snorkels and ocean people, Kaua`i is home to... Read More
As the oldest of the Hawaiian Islands, Kaua`i has been nature’s canvas and through millions of years of geological transformation, the Garden Island has been painted with more rivers than any other island. Home to one of the wettest spots on earth, the top of Mount Waialeale, it’s no surprise that there’s an abundance of always flowing rivers from the center of the island down through beaches. While there may be nothing more refreshing than a dip in... Read More
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Lumahai Beach
- Lumaha'i Beach is the type of perfect tropical beach common on travel agency walls. Pristine soft white sand blends with deep blue water...
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- Beaches
- Hanalei
- Nile Expert Tip: Lumahai is one of the most gorgeous beaches on the North Shore, but also one of the most dangerous,...
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Ke'e Beach
- Snorkeling, sand, and sun awaits at the end of the road. Located at the north end of the Na Pali Coast, Ke'e Beach is home to a unique natural...
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- Beaches
- Hanalei
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Wailua Falls
- Local myth says that the ali'i, or Hawaiian royalty, would come to Wailua Falls to display their physical fitness by diving from the cliff into...
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- Lihue
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