Welcome to Kauai

Did you know that Kauai was the only island in all of Hawaii that King Kamehameha did not conquer? It was given to him, by King Kaumualii. Maybe that is why there is such a warm spirit of “Aloha” that greats you every day on the island of Kauai – the Hawaiian island that everyone dreams of.

Aloha and welcome to the most exotic of all the islands. Kauai is by far my favorite island. The lush tropical north shore is where you will find cloud covered mountains, laced with waterfalls that fade seamlessly into the near perfect white sand beaches that stretch for miles. The beauty of the north shore is a vision that will be etched in your mind for eternity. The sunny south shore boasts a warm arid climate that seldom experiences rain.

Kauai is the oldest of the islands, millions of years older than its sister islands. Legend has it that this was the original home of Pele, the goddess of fire and volcanoes before she moved southward. Local lore will tell you that Kauai is also the homeland of Menehunes, South Sea leprechauns who stood about two feet tall, worked only in darkness and accomplished formidable engineering feats between dusk and dawn.

This is a small, friendly island, not crowded and very easy to navigate. There are many natural wonders here and one of the most awesome is the Waimea Canyon, a 3,657 foot gorge called the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific” by Mark Twain. Not to be missed is the spectacular rugged, beautiful and isolated Na Pali Coast on the northshore which is accessible only by boat or foot. In Poipu you will find the world famous Spouting Horn, a saltwater geyser where water spouts up through the lava rocks to heights of 50 feet. Best seen by helicopter is Mount Waialeale which is documented as the wettest place on earth, a true tropical rainforest.

There is much to do here if you can pull yourself away from the great swimming and snorkeling on the sparkling island beaches. Plan to spend an afternoon touring the National Tropical Botanical Gardens, both in Lawai and in Haena. History fans will enjoy the many island museums and historic homes. Movie buffs will be interested to know that some Kauai locations may look familiar if they have seen Jurassic Park, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Blue Hawaii, Thunderball, The Thorn Birds or South Pacific, just to name a few.

So come here to walk along beaches where the ocean marries the coastline in a heavenly match, watch with childlike awe as dolphins and whales swim in their natural habitat, and observe from a premier vantage point in your helicopter the panoramic beauty of Kauai's remarkable vistas. Vacations to Kauai are lifetime experiences that you will want to share.

We will be happy to help you plan your trip to paradise. We can find the perfect accommodations for your family or honeymoon trip as we have access to many privately owned beach front and close to the beach houses, cottages and condos for that once in a lifetime vacation experience. If you would prefer resort life we work with wholesalers to offer you the best resorts at value prices. Needless to say, of course we will arrange your air and car reservations as well.

Aloha. We extend to you a warm welcome and invite you to discover your own
Kauai. See you on my favorite island!

Vicki Sanders, Hawaii destination specialist