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Protecting your Ohana and Ours
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Ke’e Beach & Haena Parking Permits
Entrance to Haena State Park (which includes the Kalalau Trail, Hanakapiai Falls, Kee Beach) requires advance paid reservations for the park and its parking lot.
Seeds of Perseverance
She’s been working non-stop since before sun-up on her 55-acre family taro farm. There’s rarely a break and never a day off in the life of a taro farmer, especially one as entrepreneurial driven as Lyndsey.
What’s new on Kauai: On & On Day Spa
Located on Kauai’s north shore in the quaint little beach town of Hanalei, ON & ON Day Spa and Skin Care Treatments is the hip new spot everyone it talking about!
Whale Season on Kauai!
From December to May, you are likely to catch a glimpse of a majestic kohola, or humpback whale, off Kauai’s shorelines.
Kauai Snorkeling & Scuba Diving
Snorkeling sites along the famed Na Pali Coast provide views of rugged seacliffs, and the snorkeling sites are teeming with fish. Popular snorkeling sites along Kauai’s lush north shore include Ke’e Beach as well as Makua (Tunnels Beach), with a protecting outside reef forming a lagoon where many fish can be seen.
Kauai Culinary Market At The Shops At Kukuiula
Every Wednesday the Kauai Culinary Market in Poipu is hosted at The Shops at Kukuiula from 3:30 to 6 pm. Live island music fills the air as you wander the beautifully landscaped grounds while supporting farmers and small businesses. Offering a variety of fresh, locally grown produce, pies, jams,...
Getting to Kauai…
Getting to Kauai isn’t as challenging as one may think… Kauai’s main airport is Lihue Airport (LIH) in southeastern Lihue.
National Geographic Travel- Kauai is #1!
Kauai has been recently named #1 for ‘Best Trips 2017’ by National Geographic Travel! Gotta check out the incredible article… the garden isle continues to make us so proud!
Mahalo Means Thank You…
And I am so grateful to be living on Kauai. I hope I never take the beauty of this island for granted: rainbows, waterfalls, and the ever-changing ocean and mountain views. If you are lucky enough to be on Kauai this Thanksgiving (and would rather be on the beach than indoors cooking), consider a...
Best Shave Ice in Hanalei
Wishing Well Shave Ice is our ‘go to’ when we are on Kauai’ North Shore. Not only do they have hand’s down the best organic (and real sugar kine) shave ice on the island they have incredible Acai bowls, cold-pressed coffees, and a bunch of other treats that will leave you coming back form more…. and more… AND MORE!
Ancient Hawaiian Village
If you’ve been to Poipu recently, you’ve probably noticed the restoration project underway near Poipu Beach Park. The Kāneiolouma Complex in Poʻipū, Kauaʻi, is an important part of the Hawaiian cultural renaissance.
Magical Hanalei Bay
West of Princeville, on Kauai’s North shore, is peaceful Hanalei Town. Graced with timeless beauty, this lovely small town is home to everything from historic places to contemporary art galleries. Hanalei is an unforgettable stop on your visit to Kauai…
Hula of Hawaii
Hula is a uniquely Hawaiian dance accompanied by chant or song that preserves and perpetuates the stories, traditions and culture of Hawaii…
Hurricane Preparedness
June 1 through November 30 is considered hurricane season in the Hawaiian Islands. And while we may have frequent ‘watch’ reports….
Eco-Friendly Adventures in Hawaii
Living sustainably and taking care of the environment have always been important principles of the Hawaiian culture.
Top 5 Hawaii ‘Must-Have’ Foods
There’s no better way to experience the Hawaiian Islands like a local than through the universal language of food. Many agree that Hawaii is a food lover’s dream and with local comfort food coming in many shapes, sizes, (and tastes), it’s easy to dig in and leave oh-so satisfied…
Luau Time
Visiting Kauai… gotta go to a Luau! I have lived on the island all my life and still reward myself and family with the treat of going to a Luau.
Where Do the Locals Eat on Kauai?
If you're staying in a Kauai vacation rental, that probably includes at least one trip to Costco in Lihue to stock up, right? So here's a tip: stop by Mark's Place in Puhi before or after. Mark's is where we get plate lunches (with a gourmet twist), fresh salads, desserts and all kinds of good...
Princeville Vacation Rentals
Looking for a view to stir your soul? "We were quite literally shaken by the breathtaking view overlooking the ocean," reports one former Pali Ke Kua guest. We couldn't agree more: the views at these one and two bedroom bluff-top Princeville condos keep guests coming back year after year. The best...