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Visit the picturesque area around Lihue Hawaii, on the island of Kauai.
When vacationing on the island of Kauai you may even want to consider staying at one of the super nice resorts and hotels in the area. But onto what you can and should see while visiting the Lihua area.
First off of course is Kalapaki Beach with lots of white sandy beaches and an excellent area for sunning and swimming. Nearby you will want to spend time at the Kauai Lagoons, they are freshwater lagoons filled with all kinds of exotic wildlife. These are two have to sees while in the area.
While I have not been there you can visit Grove Farm Homestead Museum, you can see what sugar plantations were like in the "old days".
A trip down the Huleia River is well worth the time, you will see jungle like areas and a lot of wildlife. Very beautiful.
If you are into museums at all there is a really nice one called the Kaua'i Museum, you will find many interesting things there to look at and learn about.
You have to stop by Nawiliwili Harbor and view all the cruise ships that you will find there. It is a beautiful harbor surrounded by some nice resorts. Niumalu Harbor, a small boat harbor is close by as well.
I like to swim at Ninini Beach, I can see the mountains, enjoy the surf, and watch the big ships going into the harbor all at the same time.
One more interesting place I would like to mention is Menehune (Alekoko) Fishpond. Find out about the "little people", the Menehune, while you are there.
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Posted by: Ben
You cannot beat Hulopo'e Beach. It is on Manele Bay on the Hawaiian island of Lanai. When I talk about this beach I don't know where to start to convey how awesome it is. Here goes.
The beach is great for body surfing and swimming and you can often see spinner dolphins from the shore. I really enjoy watching them while I am relaxing on the beach.
There are shallow tidal pools that make it really nice for children, and the beach is clean and well kept which is another plus.
If you so desire you can camp right on the beach, it doesn't cost a lot and it is really a great experience if you have never done it. For those that don't live near the ocean you will go to sleep listening to the waves and it truly is a relaxing nights sleep.
I don't golf, but there is excellent golfing at Lanai, I have heard lots of people talk about the Golf Challenge at Manele.
If you enjoy biking and want to try it while you are in Lanai Hawaii I would recommend Keomuku Beach Road and Mahana Trail.
Now for anyone that likes to hike or even kind of likes it, you can't miss Munro Trail. You will see some of the most awesome scenery Lanai and Hawaii has to offer.
One last thing you really need to consider doing when you are vacationing here is to check out the Hawaiian petroglyphs, the Luahiwa Petroglyphs are worth the time.
I hope you enjoy your next vacation in Hawaii, no one could love it more than I do.
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The North Shore section of Kauai is a wonderful area to see when vacationing in Hawaii. I will try and highlight some of the areas that you may want to see when you come here.
A must is the Na Pali Coast you will see breathtaking views along the Kalalau Trail. See the many caves, cliffs, and lava tubes. You can
raft, hike, camp, and for some up close views you can even take a helicopter ride.
You will want to see the beauty of Hanalei Valley as well, you can see the many taro fields and tour the Waioli Mission House. While you are in the area be sure and walk the beaches of Hanalei Bay and take a trip to both Waikanaloa Wet Cave, Maniniholo Dry Cave, and Waikapalae Wet Cave.
Some other areas of interest would be Lumahai Beach, Makana Peak, and Kee Beach. The snorkeling at Kee Beach is wonderful by the way. This is the beach that you saw in Thorn Birds.
One of the best views in Kauai I believe is the one from Hanalei Valley Lookout where you can see Namolokama Falls. You may also want to stop by Anini Beach and the Kilauea Lighthouse which is surrounded by the Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge.
You will find many wonderful resorts and restaurants in Princeton. You will also find 3 beaches around that area. Pu'u Poa, Kenomene Beach, and Kaweonui Beach. I have enjoyed snorkeling at Kaweonui but there are some high rip tides there so be careful.
I hope you enjoy your visit to Kauai Island, and my listing of favorite places helps you to see all there is to see there.
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I love Hawaii and have spent quite a lot of time there. It is my favorite place to travel to and I do it quite often. For anyone who loves to snorkel or scuba dive you have to take a trip to Niihau, you will find the water unbelievable.
The coast line, waterfalls, and all the sea caves around the Hawaiian island Niihau make this trip worth it even more. I just can't get enough of the scenery when I go there either.
Be sure and watch for Hawaiian Monk seals, if you watch carefully you may be able to spot some of them.
So my recommendation to all vacationers that want to scuba dive or snorkel when they vacation in Hawaii to make sure you take the time to go to Niihau Island. It will be well worth the trip and you will want to go back again and again.
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Starting off you will want to of course watch a beautiful sunset over the ocean. You can get a great view from Kekaha Beach Park but since this beach is open to the ocean you need to be cautious.
If you have small children you may want to consider watching the sunset from Salt Pond Beach. You can even find a nice toddler's bathing pool there as well as many other tidal pools.
Of course Waimea Canyon is a must see as well. Make sure when you drive to view Waimea Canyon you continue on up to Kalalau lookout. This site is a "wow", you won't believe how colorful it is.
Stop by the Kokee Natural History Museum you can pick up some hiking information and maps while you are there too.
Definitely see for yourself Hanapepe Valley, it may look familiar if you have seen Jurassic Park.
Other places of interest relating to culture and history that are worth visiting are Polihale Heiau, Captain Cook's Monument, and the Russian Fort Elizabeth.
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Many people travel right on through coconut coast and miss some great thinks on the island of Kauai.
I totally recommend taking a picnic or hike when you are at the Keehua Forestry Arboretum. You can swim in the many pools, watch lots of fish in the streams, and hike among the many monkeypod, mango, and eucalyptus trees.
There are many roadside shops where you should stop and try some of the native Hawaiian food or wares.
Opaekaa Falls is also something to see, while you are enjoying the majestic falls you will also have a great view of the Wailua River.
You should also watch the mountains carefully and look for the sleeping giant. The people of Kauai tricked the giant and he has been "fast asleep" for many years.
Other things you might find interesting in the area are Poliahu Heiau, the archeological sites located in Wailua River State Park, Holo-holo-ku Heiau, and of course Bell Stone.
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