Kauai offers a diverse blend of destinations within the island to explore.  From the lush and mystical north shore through the royal coconut coast of East Kauai, and down to the sunny south of Poipu and west to Waimea, there is definitely a Kauai destination for everyone.

	NORTH SHORE The north shore is tranquil and draped in velvety green with waterfalls cascading from heaven into a verdant valley, with the sounds of gentle surf. At the top of Mount Waialeale sits Alakai Swamp.   From this wetland, streams of water flow to the beaches below.  Along its journey, the water engraves deep, lush valleys creating a fertile landscape for the cultivation of various crops on Kauai’s North Shore.  The Hawaiians divided this area into three ahupuaa or land divisions: Koolau, Halelea, and Na Pali. More...
	EAST SIDE The East side of Kauai is often referred to as the Royal Coconut Coast. Appropriately named considering the royal history and the abundance of ancient coconut groves from Wailua to Kapaa.  Back in the 1300s this area was called Kawaihau (the ice water), and it was the location of choice for Hawai‘i’s royalty.  Kawaihau is mainly divided into four areas: Wailua, Kapaa, Waipouli and Kealia.  More...
	SOUTH SHORE & WEST SIDE A tunnel of tall eucalyptus trees marks the gateway to Kauai’s sunny South Shore.  Perfect weather and golden beaches make the south side of Kauai a favorite hang out for both visitors and locals.  Old Koloa Town is home to Hawaii’s first active sugar mill, the birthplace of the Hawaiian sugar industry, which was the state’s strongest economy for more than a century.  Although the mill is not operational now, the charming town thrives with activity from the many restaurants, boutiques and shops that line the wooden sidewalks. More...

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