Posts Tagged ‘Kauai’
Ahoy! Find Treasures at Shipwreck Beach Kauai
Have you ever heard of Shipwreck Beach on Kauai? While not much of a wreckage remains, there’s still a lot to love about this Hawaii beach. Shipwreck Beach Kauai Decades ago, an old, wooden ship crashed in waters offshore of Poipu on the South side of Kauai. It may not have been as exciting as…
Read MoreA Sunset Visit to Hanalei Pier
Hanalei Bay Pier has become a popular and iconic Kauai hangout over the years. Teens cannonball into the waters below, fishermen cast out lures, and tourists chill under its pavilion. It’s a favorite spot of mine whenever I’m on the island – I come to slow down and cool off with a mid-day plunge into…
Read MoreThe Best Botanical Gardens in Kauai
Want to see the best botanical gardens Kauai offers? This lush island is home to some of the most beautiful plant life in the world. If you want to see it in all its glory, a botanical garden tour will give you a front-row seat to the many flowers, trees, and fruits that make Hawaii…
Read MoreFinding Tranquility at Kauai Hindu Monastery
Calm and grounded tranquility spiral up my body and mind once I step foot on the tropical soil of the Kauai Hindu Monastery. The monastery, on 376 lush acres near the Wailua River, contains botanical gardens, waterways, and ponds. Sitting at the foot of the extinct volcano, Mount Waialeale, the spiritual sanctuary invites visitors to…
Read MoreHow to See Blow Holes in Hawaii
Blow Holes – a natural phenomenon. In Hawaii, you may hear one before you see it. As waves splash against a rocky coastline, water spurts up through a natural crevice to spray mist into the air. When the wave conditions are really good, it looks like a geyser, but it’s actually a blow hole. How…
Read MoreHow to See Fern Grotto Kauai
Fern Grotto is one of Kauai’s most popular attractions. Accessible only by boat, this secluded, encaved area is a treasured part of the island’s past and a beautiful sight to see. What is Fern Grotto? Fern Grotto is a secluded open cave near the Wailua River on Kauai. As the name suggests, it’s a lush…
Read MoreA Day of Adventure at Poipu Beach
Want to see one of America’s Best Beaches? Poipu Beach on Kauai is often ranked as a top destination, and for good reason. But will you love visiting it? Read on to learn about this scenic locale and how to have a great beach day at Poipu. The Best Things About Poipu Beach Poipu Beach…
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