21 Things to Do Around Kauai, Hawaii | Two residents share their favorite things to do on Kauai

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Mahalo for joining us around Kaua'i! For details on things to do on Kaua'i, check out our epic itinerary with fully planned excursion days: thehawaiivacationguide.com/Kauai/

[@ExoticVacation]

To anybody who's reading this, I pray that whatever is hurting you or whatever you are constantly stressing about gets better. May the dark thoughts, the overthinking, and the doubt exit your mind. May clarity replace confusion. May peace and calmness fill your life.

[@mikev.2945]

My wife and I have been to Kauai 11 times in the last 14 years and will be going back again next year. This video is extremely informative. As someone that has been pretty much everywhere on the island, a few things to add: One, if you want lots of sunny days on your vacation, stay on the south side of the island. The north shore is quite beautiful, but you will absolutely get rained on more. Two, eat lots of local food! Village Snack Shop and bakery in Hanalei has awesome lunch and excellent pie! In Lihue, the best mac nut pancakes in the world and outstanding oxtail soup is in the diner at the Tip Top Motel. In Kapaa, we love Pono Market. In Koloa, the Koloa Fish Market and the walk up window at the Sueoka grocery store are both great. Three, make use of the excellent farmers markets that happen pretty much daily somewhere on the island - particularly if you are staying in a house or condo that has a kitchen. The expensive sugar loaf pineapples are worth it. Trust me. We also stock up a bit at Costco in Lihue on the way from the airport to our condo. Four, some of the best hikes anywhere in the world are on this island. There are a lot of websites like alltrails that have plenty of info on them. One of my favorites is the Awa'awapuhi Trail. Five, consider making a donation at the humane society. They do amazing and tough work on the island. You can also take a dog out for the day - donation required - which is a lot of fun for both you and the dog! Six, the coffee plantation is a nice place to visit for an afternoon. They also have ice cream for sale. Seven, looks like the Hanapepe Art Night is back in business. This is a fun time along the main street in town (the hanging bridge is in this video) and a chance to see some local art and the stores. The bookstore is particularly great! That's all I can think of now, let me know if you have any questions. Kauai is beautiful and the people who live there are lovely and welcoming!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks so much for the tips and for sharing! a lot of gold in that comment

[@jessicam522]

Thank you for all your tips! Have you ever been there during December or January?

[@mikev.2945]

@@jessicam522 January, yes. December no, but I've been a few times in late November. Our favorite time to visit is late May, FWIW. Sept is also nice after kids are back in school so the condo complex where we like to stay is quieter. Basically, we never go in Summer. :) Temp-wise, there's not really too much difference any time of year during the day, though it can be a LITTLE bit cooler at night/early mornings. Also, Winter is when you will have the possibility of more storms in the Pacific, so windward side beaches can see higher waves, stronger undercurrents, etc. Let me know if I can answer any other questions!

[@Christine-xs2of]

Wow thank you so much for the incredible informations. We are going to Kauai in November and choose two hotels so far: sheraton and grand hyatt. Which one you think is in better location for snorkeling and close to main towns? Thank you

[@mikev.2945]

@@Christine-xs2of Both are close to Koloa Town proper. The Sheraton is at a better beach for snorkeling for sure. That's the beach where we stay at the condos next door. The Hyatt is the better property itself, but the beach can be a little sketchy for swimming every day. If you stay at the Sheraton, get a room in one of the buildings on the south side of the road that the property straddles. You'll enjoy it either way. I highly recommend getting hold of Captain Tara for a day snorkeling trip. They will take you right to some other great spots including time swimming with turtles. The Snorkeling at Lawa'i Beach is good, too. That's over by the Beach House restaurant - which is nice for a sunset dinner, BTW. Boss Frogs over on Poipu Rd is where we get our snorkel gear for the week. You can walk from the Sheraton to two small outdoor shopping malls with dining and stuff. Poipu Village Shopping (right across Poipu Rd) and Kukui'ula just a little way to the north west where the first traffic circle is. The Longs there comes in handy. Eating House 1849 is really good for dinner, IMO. There are great food trucks every day in Koloa Town for lunch. And shockingly, the pizza joint there is pretty solid.

[@andreabradley5837]

I was in Kauai for the first time back in May. Did a Blue Dolphin half day cruise, it was one of the best days of my life. Cannot recommend it highly enough. The crew were amazing!

[@smparkin9290]

Thanks for the recommendation. Where did you go on this half day cruise? Mahalo!

[@digmccallister2654]

If you love Kauai, tell your friends to go to Maui

[@LALakers4life34]

😂

[@ChrisClark_808]

I do, and I do!🤙🏼

[@What_is_a_handle320]

Exactly 😂

[@ravvent6787]

As a Maui residents you did good. Don't come to Maui

[@Brent-t7v]

😂😂

[@7o2.lettyy]

I just went to Kauai about a month ago and we basically did all of these things! I love the island its so beautiful. Thank you for sharing what you did in Kauai! Mahalo from the USA!

[@Brozlyn-roseKaui]

My last name is Kaui - would love to visit Kauai sometime. I've been told my ancestors come from Hawaii

[@creativecheersoffashionlau7364]

Hi ! Thanks for this! I am mobility scooter bounded and have severe motion sickness so unfortunatelly going on hikes and boats is not possible for me, But now we have more options to try and do next time we are on Kauai. I think it is the most beautiful one of the islands but for me also the most difficult one to do fun things. Thanks again !! ❤

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Mahalo for watching! Glad to hear this video is helpful for your trip planning. Agreed, a lot of beaches are not ADA accessible around the islands. It makes planning tough. Kauai beaches are better than most as the older island doesn't have the coves like Maui or Big Island.

[@josephfahey7477]

Just returned from Kawai. Stayed in Kapa’a Followed your videos and recommendations. We had an excellent time in this Garden of Eden. Will say #1 Helicopter Tour of the NapaliCoast #2 Wailua River Kayak Tour to secret falls #3 Princeville and Hanalei Beach (best)and Lighthouse #4 Sugarloaf Pineapple Farm tour 5) Old Town Kapa’a shopping. Java Kai gets the Best coffee/blended drinks (and tasty food) on the island. Did some minor hikes but had several small kiddies in our party of 12.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for sharing and great to hear your trip highlights! Well done on that Kauai trip, especially with a party of 12.

[@denisetakahashi4022]

I was born on Kauai and I'm here on Kauai right now you should go to Lydgate Beach Park there's a park there's a beach with two pools surrounded by rocks there's a baby one and a bigger one there's fish there but there's no fishing and right next to that there's another Beach with rocks that you can fish off of it's to the left of where you turn in

[@LindaCasey]

Delicious, thank you .. the (only) last time I was in Kaua'i was int 1980. Was in love with that island then and am still in love with it now (my sister's there at this moment) .. I pray that Maui recovers soon .. mahalo from The Netherlands.🌹

[@cjcab3158]

Was in Kauai for 5 days this past October. Absolutely loved it but not enough time to do much! Definitely going back for another week!

[@Ro0m309]

I am heading to Kauai next January! I want to thank the both of you for this video and Maui tour guide you guys made. I based all my Maui activities from your video!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a great trip to Kauai! I’m glad the info has helped. We appreciate the feedback!

[@chelsrowe88]

Me too! See you there? Maybe lol. Have an awesome trip! I went to Maui last year, thinking of Island hopping this time around!

[@jenmcclendon4645]

Thank you for your content! We just got home and watched your videos repeatedly to plan our trip. We had the best time.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Aloha Jen, that is great to hear! thanks for watching and glad the trip went well!!

[@bobtuckey2409]

Kauai is my favourite island so it was wonderful to see so many of my favourite places. Mahalo.

[@valerieunger211]

Lived in Kalalau Valley back in the early 70’s when no one wore clothes except for protection from cool temps at night and mosquitoes! We backpacked in and out and cleaned up all our garbage. It was the experience of a lifetime! Truly magical! I also loved Polihale state park which you failed to mention. Always sunny!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for sharing. That is amazing you got to live in Kalalau Valley. I only got the experience to camp there one night.

[@cathyburnside]

Wow .. is there any way you can get to the valley now.. I’m travelling there from Australia as I clearly remember a life there in the valley and among the canyons in the lemurian period

[@dreamsnotthings]

Loved Kauai! Absolutely fantastic. We got some spectacular footage and more importantly created amazing memories!

[@rleonardo2953]

Their itineary are SO WORTH IT! Magical!

[@bridgetschauer2746]

Thx for showing good places I can't wait for my vacation

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a great trip to Hawaii Bridget! Thanks for watching.

[@livelife1899]

Just returned from Kaua’i and loved it! Your information is well-organized. Great call out on the visual map and one road to get around the island. We stayed in Princeville and were not aware that it’d take 3+ hours to get to Waimea. Had we known, I would’ve definitely suggested staying in north shore for half of my trip and south shore for the remaining half!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for watching! We love staying in Princeville but yes, it makes Waimea a full day trip. South Shore and the Royal Coconut Coast are more convenient for most itineraries.

[@nelsonvo1046]

Thanks so much for the information. We'll be going to Kauai for our 1st time at the end of this month. Your infor of 21 places on the island of Kauai are giving us a lot of infor. Thanks 🙏 again.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

See our Kauai playslist for more resources to help plan your trip. Or our free Kauai Guide: thehawaiivacationguide.com/kauai-travel-guide/

[@3brandonross]

Thanks for the nice video, I hope to go there one day, Lord willing.

[@jilllandefeld3829]

Thank you for this! It was quite useful and most important it focused on Kauai- so many of these end up being ego trips for the guides!!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks so much! We also don’t care to see back flips off a waterfall. 😂

[@pennypershing5118]

Even though I live here, this was fun to watch. Your son is adorable. Love his enthusiasm!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks so much, that means a lot.

[@SeanKaleponi]

Mahalo for this awesome and informative video! My wife and I will be going to Kauai for the first time next week. This has been very helpful.!🤙

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Glad it was helpful! Have a wonderful trip next week!

[@chrisaddison4691]

Great video guy’s , nice work as always 👍 Keep up the good work lots of good info in this video thanks for keeping us informed 👍❤️😎🇨🇦

[@MrRockydee07]

We purchased a Roy Gonzalez Tobora painting on Kauai we wanted something to remember our stay it's called solitude of the night also the helicopter tour was fantastic, great video.

[@ericchiu165]

Beautiful view of Kauai Hawaii.

[@extremelylargeslug4438]

My wife and I are very nervous about making the move to Hawaii but we’re thinking we need to take control of our lives and take the advice from your “worth project”! Thank you for the videos

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

haha, I'm glad you found those! Don't hold your breath for season 2!

[@yotapete]

Your guides are very helpful learned so much and what to do, Mahalo!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Mahalo for watching! glad to have helped

[@dannjrad2109]

#19 12:52 the bridge collapsed in a landslide last I heard when I was there for the holidays visiting my family. One place I'd highly recommend trying out is Pineapple in Paradise. It's a food truck on the island that changes it's spot depending of the day of the week, but it serves some of the best frozen whip I've ever had. I'd urge you to order a Pineapple in Paradise cone, it's like Taiyaki Ice cream, but in my opinion, much better.

[@Seek_Him]

What part of the island is this pineapple whip truck. I'm going next month & love them!

[@poodleseigien]

Very realistic video! It looks like this in my experience.

[@billmartin3198]

Excited for our family trip to Kauai next week! Thanks for all your guys’ efforts puting all this info together!! Erika, your teeth are amazing!!! Lol

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

haha, thanks for watching. Enjoy your family trip!

[@ayojex]

Great video! Currently here in Wailua by Coconut Marketplace. Beach is walking distance. Clear waters and calm waves. Lydgate was the best one especially for snorkeling. Will be heading to Hanalei tonite to catch the sunset. Hopefully traffic is not bad. Clouds and winds are setting but will try anyway. Great food. Very fresh. And people are just down to earth. Aloha and mahalo!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

I hope Hanalei weather was good for you! We love that town and were just there. Enjoy the rest of your trip and thanks for the comment!

[@philmiller4961]

NICE, I MISS THE GARDEN ISLE, SO MUCH. ALOHA TO ALL, HAPPY NEW YEAR.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Same to you!

[@Trophywifey22]

Thank you for coming up with this very informative list of places to visit in Kauai for us. This is so helpful....you guys are the best and you have such a beautiful family !

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks so much Inco! Glad to have helped and enjoy your visit to Kauai!

[@vinouthavong1388]

I have never been to Kauai and may have to visit within a day or 2 while I am here for anothere 2 weeks in Maui. Thanks for showing sharing this.

[@zennoodle]

Welcome back Paul Ru.... I mean Jordan. What a great video guide! Feels very similar to Maui but I bet it has its own vibe!

[@guadalupeknippen528]

Fantastic video!!!! Reminded me of my trip there. One of the most beautiful places on earth 😍🌍

[@jamesalanstephensmith7930]

Very thorough! Can’t wait!

[@christopherhallphoto]

you guys are awesome! Thanks for the tips

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a great trip!

[@jimkirk572]

Thank you so much for this!

[@KC1RT-RickT67]

I have to confess… I saw this video and just ❤️’d all the spots we saw. We were there in March ‘20 when things were getting weird. Not trying to drag down your video - just want you to know that we loved what we were able to do in Kauai, and look forward to our (my term) “Covid Revenge Tour”…. I remember being on Poipu Beach and telling my wife that Ka’anapali beach is “only” 240 miles in that direction (as I pointed)… Love your videos…. If you ever run into Mika from “Peace of Maui”… He has friends here in Maine! 😉❤️

[@nathangarner1574]

Just returned in early April from Maui,Lanai, Honolulu. I watched your video and it was loaded with tips. Did the Road to Hana, Honolulu tour at the Ranch where Jumanji was filmed. Thank you for all the information. Heading to Kauai in November.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

You had an epic trip. Enjoy the trip planning for Kaua'i!

[@alexisjaramillo33]

I love your videos. This one was informative but not personable like what we are used to. I like watching you guys there and explaining it instead of just reading the text and listening to music.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for the feedback, we like to mix it up with our videos.

[@lglubbock7593]

i thought it was awesome

[@TheDragon160]

Great video. Thank you

[@SicilianTrail10K2Ultra]

i just visited your website for the first time and wow. i so much appreciate the effort you put into for all these pages on the website. i wanted to look at the big island of hawai'i travel guide and ya'll have covered every bit of information and give great tips. thank you

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks so much! We are about to update our Island Travel Guide pages so even more info will be shared!

[@MyWooddog]

you guys are so awesome and you videos are great

[@Wimplo86]

Lived on Maui most of my life and I haven’t been to Kauai. Now I want to!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Direct flights on Hawaiian are back again! Thanks for watching from Maui!

[@Kimbuucha]

I’m heading to Kauai for the first time in 2 days and I very much appreciate this guide! Hope to see some of these spots you recommended. Thank you both 💓

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

have a great trip!

[@jamesjackson5788]

The Secret Falls hike is another great spot to check out. Can rent a kayak up the Wailua River and is a pretty easy hike to the falls. Enjoyed the video, and don’t think there’s any spot on the island not worth checking out!

[@MDeviate]

We found the Secret Falls hike to be pretty slippery and may be difficult for less active people. Also, the canoe trip there is easy, but the trip back can be much more difficult (against the current), especially if you have been hiking/sliding on the Secret Falls trail.

[@marciooda1]

Very good video, my ODA family was one of the pioneers in the pineapple plantation in Kawaii, between 1870 to 1930, good times I'm happy to know that this culture still continues !!!! success #odacorpjapan #mizuya #odafamily #kawaii #mana

[@savagedan5655]

Going there in 2 days cant wait

[@toomie8084]

Awesome video! not sure if it still happens but, in Hanapepe Town there used to be an "Art Night" with food trucks, street performers, and open shops in the evening. Also, Be aware of turtles and seals on the beaches. They are cool to look at but, do not get too close. People have been bitten by unwittingly getting too close to a seal and her pup.

[@davidfischer8474]

Thank you guys so much for all your videos and work sharing information that was VITAL to me and my girls trip, you two are life savers!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Erica and I are glad you had a great trip with your family! thanks for coming back to let us know!

[@heatherulm8587]

My favorite island of Hawaii!

[@MeMyselfAndEye650]

Family friendly with children under 10 years old ? Or more for adults

[@rustyisrael8885]

We went on a tubbing trip down a sugarcane plantation old irrigation tubes. So much fun! Can't wait to return to Kauai soon!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

The Mountain Tubing Adventure is awesome! glad you could do it. We partnered with them if others are interested, learn more here: thehawaiivacationguide.com/mountain-tubing-tour-on-kauai/

[@josephfahey7477]

4 weeks away to a visit to paradise

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

have a wonderful trip!

[@mmksd81]

You guys are great! awesome vibe, we have a boy about yours age and will be there in late October. we will for sure use this as a reference. Peace!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for subscribing! Have fun with your family on Kauai!

[@debigates3033]

Great job!! I can't wait to come back to Kauai!!!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for watching! Come back soon

[@jenniferrohlff7003]

Your video is amazing. ❤️🙏🌺

[@stevenfortney2752]

Omg! This island is the best in the United States.

[@Edith864]

We original booked flights to Maui and Oahu. But due to the wildfires we cancelled our flights to Maui. Now, we have to decide if we want to do Kauai for 4 or 5 full days and Oahu for 4 or 5. We are indecisive about one day more on Kauai or Oahu. :) any help is appreciated. Guys, your channel is just awesome. Definitely the best one out there. :D Thank you!

[@Edith864]

Our flights are going to be the second week of Sept. (don't know if that makes a difference). ;)

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

See what you want to do on each island to see where you need more time. See our website for free guides in the menu.

[@rachmeilim]

I wish I seen this sooner! Just got back😔

[@garywayneodellrealestatete9384]

great job

[@keawarren]

Perfect timing! Finalizing my April trip right now.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

have a great trip in April!

[@kjarneson655]

Great video...cute family, great info 👍

[@colleensmith3374]

Wow! This is timely...thank you so much. Headed there for Christmas!!! We love Maui & are jealous you all live there:) Excited to try Kauai... Best from CO!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for watching from CO! Have a wonderful Christmas vacation out here!

[@jenniferrohlff7003]

Thanks!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks so much!

[@EX7Sonic]

This is awesome. Recently booked flights to Kauai for December. Will be my first time in Hawaii and I'm going by myself so this helps a lot.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

have a great trip! enjoy the solo trip

[@EX7Sonic]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Thanks!

[@EE-ie9gm]

How was it?

[@EX7Sonic]

@@EE-ie9gm Going in a week.

[@EX7Sonic]

@@EE-ie9gm Just got back. Was amazing. Thunderstormed for a bit while I was camping out but otherwise, had great weather the whole time. Already planning my next trip there.

[@HIM146]

My partner and I are headed to the big island for a 4 months starting January and your videos have provided much education and entertainment. Thanks for your sharing your content! Followed!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Mahalo for subscribing! That helps us make more videos. Have a great trip in January!

[@julieroos9035]

love it!!!!

[@adventureescape1929]

Thanks guys!!

[@priyankasingh_usa9527]

Kauai we are coming❤

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a great trip!

[@LMays-cu2hp]

Looking nice..

[@abiramisouvami6440]

Hey guys! I am looking to take my dog to Kauai for the first time and I see that you guys have taken yours! Looking for some advice on how to take care of him in Kauai. Awesome Video btw!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for watching! It can be a 6 month process to get your dog to Hawaii and avoid quarantine for them. See our article below. We were living in Hawaii at the time so we could travel freely between the islands. thehawaiivacationguide.com/can-you-bring-your-dog-to-hawaii/

[@Ezoseafoods]

Great video

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks!

[@claudiaonh9867]

Great video! I’m keeping this video as my Kauai guide. Would I be able to do these in one day? We’re going on a day trip in February

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for watching! You can't do it all in one day. three to five is more realistic. see our itineraries on how to structure your day

[@MzOldsoul]

Wowwww 🤩 Omgoshhh can’t wait 😛👑👑☀️

[@hrsyracusestage2011]

We are going with my parent in May 2022 to Kauai and then Oahu later. Do you have any recommendations for things to do for someone with limited mobility/handicap accessible? We are obviously going to do a lot of beach activity and I love that you posted what beaches are easier for children. I'm hoping some of these places we don't have to hike to or at least have a small like less than a mile hike to get to so my dad can still enjoy seeing some of these places.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

We have a list of family friendly beaches here that would help, they don't have a hike to enter. thehawaiivacationguide.com/kid-friendly-beaches-kauai/ Hanalei Lookout, Kilauea lighthouse, the waterfalls we showed, and even all the lookouts in Waimea Canyon are handicap accessible. Enjoy getting around Koloa Town and Hanalei Town as that should be relatively smooth. See our Kauai itinerary for more ideas!

[@bondgirl30]

Have you taken the newer, larger (w a restroom!) raft trips to the Napoli coast w Captain J?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

We have not but we’ll take a look!

[@barbaraepplen3087]

Great video!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Mahalo!

[@ThePatsev]

Can you go to the beach seen from the Kalalau Lookout? Thank you for the great video :) It will help me.

[@lejaro612]

We just got home two weeks ago and we hiked on Kalalau trail to Hanakāpī'ai Beach. Most beautiful place I've ever been.

[@barbaralavoie2642]

I'm going! And I'm bringing my cat! 💖✝️🙏

[@mhherr]

Can't believe you did not include National Tropical Botanical Garden . . . 1/4 mile before Spouting Horn . . . and site of the "Jurassic Park" tree.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for sharing! We share that in our south shore Kauai itinerary

[@Seek_Him]

I noticed it was 200.? Is it worth that much money?

[@brianblack6190]

I spent a month there and I loved it I made a lot of good people I have some really good friends there brother Dan and brother Peter I learned a lot mentally and physically it is so beautiful it's hard to believe some really radical things happen there the us over took it over I like to see it all ran back by the native people may the good Lord take a life into him and give him their Islands back it's such a beautiful but the serenity in the water the animals and makes you feel so healthy I love it I can't say no more I went to the surfing competition it was great

[@ruleof5]

Great video! Who did your editing?

[@Jurko717]

Amazing video guys , like always :) I am watching all your videos now because I am planning a vacation in September. Can I ask you how many days it took you to visit all the places you mention in the video? :)

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

That’s a tough one. We did it over many days and two trips but one can do it faster, like 6 days. Our Kauai itinerary is structured to fit these in and more efficiently.

[@smparkin9290]

Katka, I will be going to Kauai this September. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Mahalo!

[@TheMBROO]

Can you recommend a good locally owned napali coast sunset boat tour?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

We like this one and they are locally operated and owned: thehawaiivacationguide.com/activities/napali-coast-sunset-and-dinner-cruise/

[@laurenmaier8742]

I really want to go to Ke’e beach this trip in Sept 23. Do we need to make reservations to go there for an afternoon? Is there parking? Any hike involved to get there? Thx very much for your reply.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Reservations are required and they include parking and entrance fees. Parking lot to the beach is about 200 yards or so, a flat walk.

[@jenrooha]

We are planning a trip there the s year!! Can you tell me what we will need to take our pup with us? Shes a dauschund. Thank you!!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

we have a video and article on that, see here: thehawaiivacationguide.com/can-you-bring-your-dog-to-hawaii/

[@melissawilliams5108]

I just purchased your vacation guide for Kauai and am working my way through it. I was wondering, is there a reason why you didn't recommend staying in Kapa'a? I stayed in Poipu at the Grand Hyatt before, and it was wonderful. My family is going for 8 nights, and I'm trying to decide if we should split our time between two locations or just rent one place. This time we are traveling with three kids (14,12,11), and I want to stay in a vacation rental for most--if not all--of our trip. I'm just trying to figure out the best logistical and most cost-effective solution.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Kapa'a has some good value hotels. Erica will be adding them and some vacation rentals to our where to stay section shortly. It is a central location in Kapa'a, especially with bad traffic this year along Kuhio Hwy. You can stay there to do the North Shore but we just find it easier to stay in the North Shore to do stuff up there. It is a good idea to split your time if you want to see more of another part of the island.

[@lindsayhengehold5341]

So want to visit Kauai

[@crimsontidegal6332]

Looking for a calm clear beach to go to from cruise port? Will be there in October for a day and there are only a couple of excursions being offered through Carnival. Any recommendations?

[@alpinewinds3740]

God I wish I was there.

[@SH-up5ww]

Great video! We are planning our first trip to Maui June 2022. Do you have any suggestions regarding purchasing travel insurance? I would love to get your advice! Thank you!!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Read the fine print. We have researched it but hard to give guidance. Many don't allow cancellations for changing covid restrictions.

[@livelife1899]

Will you make a video of other Hawaiian islands that are less frequented? (Moloka’i, Ni’ihau, etc)

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for asking, here is a video on Lana'i: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2nbl32se9argtk We don't recommend visiting Molokai at this time and Ni'ihau is private and doesn't allow visitors.

[@natureluvr4evr206]

We are headed to HI for the first time the end of January and we CAN'T WAIT! Praying COVID doesn't cause us to have to cancel our plans. We will spend the first few days on Kaua'i and then hop over to O'ahu for the last few days. We have thoroughly enjoyed your extremely helpful videos! Thank you for all the time and effort you've put into them. One question. Thanks to your videos, we've learned that winter seas are much rougher than summer seas. What are my chances of getting to learn to snorkel on either island and what spots might offer the best hope of calm enough water? Thank you to you or anyone else in advance.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for watching and the comment! Check out our article on the best places to snorkel by month in Hawaii: thehawaiivacationguide.com/best-snorkeling-in-hawaii-by-month/ You can also do a snorkeling tour for tips to snorkel and to snorkel safely as they have lifeguards in the water on snorkel tours.

[@paglaum22]

We'll be in Kaui on May, did u fly the dog with you? Thanks for the vid.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

We live in Hawaii so dogs can island hop. bringing a dog to Hawaii is a process. we have a video on it!

[@daffodildumplinplaytime]

which part of kauai would you recommend getting married? it would only be my 3 kids attending, also is the water warm?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

the water temp ranges from 75 to 80, so yes it is warm. Poipu would give you the best chance of good weather for your wedding.

[@daffodildumplinplaytime]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide thank you!✨✨✨

[@Seek_Him]

Did you get married there? I'm going next month & want to get married, just a very simple wedding. Can you recommend a place?

[@MichaelVisconti-s5i]

where is the best place to purchase snorkeling equipment in Kauai? we are flying in to LIHUA. STAYING AT Plantation Hale.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Kapaa Beach Shop is a local shop and there is a Snorkel Bob's near you too.