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.
Like much of the flora flourishing on the island Kauai's animal and mammal species have arrived via sea and air along with their human counterpart as far back as Captain Cook (possibly even further) and we've come to embrace their presence on the island as one of our...
Aptly named the Garden Isle, Kauai, the oldest of the Hawaiian island chain has taken advantage of it's "ripe old age" and an average 400 plus inches of rain a year pouring down onto Mt. Waialeale, to develop Kauai's flora into one of the most bountiful, lush,...
Much of the joy in visiting Kauai and the islands in general for that matter is to observe and even immerse oneself in the culture; like going to a hula show, experiencing a luau, even hanging out at a popular local grinds spot. Language is another way to experience...
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...
You know them, those little tucked away spots that are your special secrets, those places you think no one else knows about; and you harbor that sense of accomplishment that it was you that found it and you’ll only share it with a cherished few. Kauai is one of those...
The Hawaiian Islands' diverse cultural heritage and history is inevitably entwined with its diverse religious philosophies. Kauai has been considered by many ‘spiritual’ seekers as place of great power and connection to the Infinite and is home to religious and...
When one thinks of Hawaii, certain images come to mind; the swaying palms, hula skirts, warm sun, azure blue water and sandy beaches and blue tropical drinks with little umbrellas. But arguably the signature image that comes to many is the garland of flowers bestowed...
Our lovely Hanalei was featured on OneSquareMile.tv. If you are planning a visit to Kauai's North Shore and its most famous town on the Bay, or if you're missing this place because you already know how special it is, you are going to love this entertaining "slice...
International Forgiveness Day was celebrated in over 80 countries in August – and that got me to thinking about kokua, the Hawaiian word for aid, assist, and cooperate. It also means "extending loving help to others without personal gain." Kokua is why William Porter...
My dad is the most amazing, inspiring & wonderful human being. He is my hero... I think he really shined in my eyes when I had kids! My father's love for my boys (2 and 4) is so natural, pure and with no hesitation. I guess, through my 'mommy eyes', I see...
Kauai, Hawaii is also named the Garden Isle. Mount Wai'ale'ale averages 485 inches of rain per year, which explains why Kauai, Hawai'i is known as "The Garden Isle." However, it is interesting to note that the island also has another, older name: "The Separate...