Area Info

OVERVIEW:

Kauai, known as the “Garden Isle”, is the most lush and the oldest of the Hawaiian Islands. It is also the most rugged and mountainous. The dramatic interior of Kauai is uninhabited, and its landscape of pristine forests, plunging waterfalls, rainbows and verdant valleys have been the back-drop for many Hollywood films. The island encompasses roughly 550 square miles and because it is the most northerly of the main Hawaiian Islands, it is a few degrees cooler than its neighbors. It has 43 white sand beaches and more beaches per mile of coastline than any other Hawaiian island.

This green and romantic isle is a most popular destination for active visitors; Kauai has all of the natural elements including an abundance of rainforests, sea cliffs, mysterious peaks, and emerald valleys. Because of its natural beauty, Kauai has played a feature role in more than 40 Hollywood productions including South Pacific, Jurassic Park, and Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Kauai is not heavily developed, and its resort areas are concentrated in only a few locations around the island. Two of the most popular destinations are Po’ipu on the South Shore and Princeville on the lush North Shore. There is an ordinance on Kauai that no building structure can be higher than a coconut tree, or the equivalent of four stories. Local laws prevent the island from looking like Miami’s South Beach or Oahu’s Waikiki.

ISLAND ACTIVITIES

Kauai has most everything you’d want for a glorious vacation. Or for the lucky few, a place to call home!, Incredible beaches, the Na Pali Coastline, world class golf courses, luxury hotels and condominiums, five star dinning, and lots more amazing activities.

BEACHES

Kauai vacationers are frequently amazed when they come to Kauai for their first visit. Because Kauai is the oldest of the major Hawaiian Islands, it has more sandy beaches per mile than any of the other major islands. The 43, mostly un-crowded, white sand beaches are wonderful for snorkeling, swimming and surfing. In the winter months, the surf is highest on the North Shore, therefore with the exception of reef protected beaches like Anini State Park, enjoy surfing on the North Shore and swimming/snorkeling on the South Shore. The opposite is true during the summer months. Remember to always respect the power of the ocean! As a safety precaution, always check swimming conditions prior to your water activities.

GOLF

www.princeville.com
Kauai is a natural setting for golf and is home to four of Hawaii’s top-ranked courses. The Prince Course on the North Shore, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., is consistently ranked in Hawaii’s top five and has been rated the second most difficult. On the east side, we have two championship Jack Nicklaus designed Kauai Lagoons Golf Courses, and on the South Shore, the Poipu Bay Golf Course which has been home to the PGA Grand Slam of Golf.

Location Princeville Hawaii
Call 808.826.5000

HIKING

More than half of Kauai’s area is forestland. Many of its most beautiful regions are inaccessible by automobile. Kauai’s North Shore is home to some of the most spectacular scenery on our planet! The famous Kalalau Trail offers an incredible hike through the Na Pali Coast region where the sea cliffs rise 4,000 feet above the ocean. Hikers are treated to breathtaking views of the coast, tropical rain forests and beaches as they navigate the trails paralleling the ocean. Not far from the Na Pali Sea Cliffs, is the Kalalau Lookout, located at 4,000′ elevation at the northern tip of Waimea Canyon. Ironically though, as the Na Pali region is impassible by vehicles, one must drive almost completely around the island the other direction to enjoy the Kalalau Lookout’s awesome views.

DINING

Kauai offers dining in restaurants ranging from casual beachside to five-star elegance. From Scotty’s Beachside Barbeque in Kapa’a to the stunning views (and food) at the Princeville Hotel’s Café Hanalei and La Cascata restaurants. Kauai has it all. Hope to see you here!

SHOPPING

Kauai offers almost anything you could want; from quaint shops and artist studios, to Macy’s, Home Depot, Walmart and Costco. If you wish to indulge in more authentic Hawaiian arts and cultural practices than the standard shopping center fare, there’s the Kauai Heritage Center of Hawaiian Culture and the Arts.