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Island Dancing, Tropical Terpsichory
Terpsichore, terpsichory: ORIGIN: Greek, literally ‘delighting in dancing.’ Getting the urge to “trip the light fantastic”? Is Dancing a way of life for you and even on vacation you must find a way to get your “Fred and Ginger”– on? Want to learn a dance step or two while you’re here? A little...
S.W.A.K. (Sealed with a Kiss)
My perfect Valentine's Day? Hmmmm, let's see, with three boys under six... maybe my husband could take the kids so I could have a little "me" time? Just kidding (I think). Seriously, here's my idea of a dream date: Call Jessica Lindman of Kauai Island Cuisine. Order one of Jessica's fabulous...
Kauai Skate Ohana
Jean & Abbott Properties is ALL for positive activities for our Kauai Keiki! I am SO excited to let you know about a wonderful foundation that has sprouted on our island... the Kauai Skate Ohana. Their vision encompasses raising the funds to build quality skateparks for every side of the...
Real Hawaiian Hula on Kauai
We've told you about E Kanikapila Kakou - a chance to hear real Hawaiian music. Now we're going to tell you where to see real Hawaiian dance: Because there's gonna be a whole lotta shakin' going on February 4th at Hula Hoike 2012 when Leilani Rivera and Halau Hula o Leilani perform hula, Tahitian...
Hawaiian Music on Kauai
Want to hear some real Hawaiian music? If you're taking a Kauai vacation this winter, don't miss E Kanikapila Kakou (“let’s play music together”) Monday nights from 6-9 pm at the Kauai Beach Resort. Now in its 29th year, this grassroots program features some of the best musicians in Hawaii. The...
Calling All Elves!
Who wouldn't want to go to Elfland? If you and your family are vacationing on Kauai this month, the Montessori School in Kapaa is holding a special event December 19-23 for children ages 5-12. Because sometimes you just can't spend the whole day at the beach. From 8am–3pm at "Elfland," children...
Christmas Shopping on Kauai
Looking for a super special Christmas gift? I love supporting local Kauai artists by buying original art at Christmas (or anytime). Kauai is a magnet for gifted artists and photographers, and the work produced here is truly amazing. If you're driving out to the north shore, stop in at the new 7...
Hanalei Surf Swap Meet
Ever had the urge to pick up a new language? Well there’s plenty of opportunity here on Kauai. Cultural diversity abound with Japanese, Portuguese, dialects of Chinese, Tagoleg, Hawaiian, ‘Pidgin’ and a fairly new ‘Romance’ language known as “Surf-ese”. On the first Saturday of every month one...
Pot Pie on Kauai: New Bakery Opens in Lihue
Kauai's very popular purveyor of fresh pies - The Right Slice Bakery - now has a retail location in the Puhi Industrial Park in Lihue. They just had their grand opening (sorry, you missed the pie-eating contest), but you can pick up fresh pies daily from 11-6, or enjoy a slice and a cup of coffee...
He’s Here! Our Baby Bundle of Boy
Zack and I are officially outnumbered! Baby #3, seven pound Kona Colt Abubo, arrived on Sept. 15th and WE ARE SO IN LOVE! We named him Kona because Zack and I were married on the Big Island, and it holds a special place in our hearts. And we just found out that in Hawaiian, kona means "calm," so...
Make a Lei on Your Kauai Vacation
Some ancient Hawaiian customs may have disappeared, but not the tradition of lei giving. From airport greetings to weddings and graduations, these fragrant symbols of aloha express love and friendship. Here's a chance to learn one of Hawaii's greatest art forms during your Kauai vacation: On Sept....
Wanna Take an ‘Art Walk’?
Your trip to Kauai is an opening to nature's exquisite art. Cascading skies of blue meet their counterparts in surf and sand, luscious green mountain landscapes are festooned with breathtaking flora and fauna that have aptly nicknamed Kauai; the Garden Isle. Kauai also boasts multinational "human...
Martha Stewart’s Kauai Honeymoon Pick
What more can I say? If Martha likes it, you're gonna love it. One of our favorite Kauai vacation rentals, the Hawaiian Romantic Cottage was a recent pick in Martha Stewart Weddings. A secluded retreat on an ocean bluff with a private path to the beach, this northshore gem at Anini Beach is...
You Say Kipu… I Say Kapu!
Kauai like legends of old, holds the siren song for many travelers with her lush tropical splendor that assault all the senses. Her 'aina' (land), her natural surroundings has many secrets and lessons for us, and along with that splendor and beauty is also a dark side that is an exacting teacher...
The Perfect Kauai Vacation Rental?
When I say, "you won't want to leave," I really mean you won't want to leave this spectacular new Kauai vacation rental on the bluffs above Anini Beach. It's not just the infinity pool, where you can do laps under azure skies while gazing on forever... or the quiet, secluded location (yet close to...
Paddle for the Pali
Registration is open for the second annual SUP/Paddleboard Na Pali Race, August 7 on Kauai. With amazing views of mountains, caves, cliffs and waterfalls, paddlers call this 17-mile race "unforgettable." The race kicks off at the Haena Beach Park and finishes at Polihale State Beach Park on the...
Flash Mob… or Flash Hula?
Visitors to Foodland in Princeville and Bubba’s Burgers in Hanalei have been surprised lately by more than the prices. Yes, folks, the flash mob has come to Kauai: Spearheaded by Julianna of Dance Class Kauai, dozens of dancers have “spontaneously” performed to Michael Franti's "Say Hey, I...
Mini-Golfing on Kauai
Kauai Mini-Golf is what our 5 yr. old lives for... well, maybe not lives for, but gosh, that boy is hooked! After one round of the island-style, 18-hole golf experience he wants to go every weekend, holiday, birthday, you name it! (Needless to say, we have played quite a few rounds.) Not only is...
Kauai Weddings (and Hanalei by Moonlight)
Could there be a more idyllic place to say, "I do" than Hanalei Bay, Kauai? We don't think so, and legions of happy brides agree. Must have something to do with kissing under a rainbow, or a waterfall, or seeing Hanalei by moonlight…? If you are looking for an awesome wedding photographer, Sara...
Taro Trippin’ in Hanalei
Though I’ve seen it a thousand times, the view of Hanalei Valley's emerald green taro fields still takes my breath away. If you're interested in learning more about our agricultural staple - and checking out the last surviving rice mill in Hawaii - take a tour of the Ho’opulapula Rice Mill and...