Things To Do On Kauai, Hawaii

Frequently, guests who come to Kauai want to know where they can find the Hawaiian green sea turtle which has the Hawaiian name of "Honu." Whether viewing from a cliff, snorkeling at certain beaches, or walking on the sand, there is a good chance you will come across one at some point during your stay on the Garden Island.

Ready for a unique, sunrise yoga experience while overlooking one of the most picturesque views in the world? Tulasi Adeva offers this chance to practice in Paradise twice a week on the north shore of Kauai, Hawaii. This outdoor yoga event starts at the Makai Golf Course Pro Shop.

It was almost a year prior to my brother-in-law's retirement celebration and he was already calling me about going on a sport fishing trip with his three adult sons (my nephews). I suggested he might want to wait until a couple of months before their scheduled arrival to start contacting companies on the island.

One of my June guests who stayed at my vacation rental, Honu Point, was quick to tell me about how much fun they had taking ukulele lessons at Hanalei Strings. The whole family participated, along with a friend who happened

So, it is your last day on Kauai. You have had a fabulous time swimming, snorkeling, hiking and exploring Paradise. But check-out time is 10:00 and you have a red-eye flight. What to do all day without needing a shower before boarding the plane?

Looking for an unusual way to spend the afternoon while tasting some of the best that Kauai has to offer? Try taking a food tour with Tasting Kauai. I knew little about this company until Stephanie Michel (photo above), a fabulous concierge that I recommend to my Honu Point guests, raved about the experience she had while taking each of the five food tours around the island.

North Shore residents are extremely proud of their Princeville Library, built 19 years ago. This fully stocked, air-conditioned source for books is perfect for borrowing adult and children's books while on vacation. A large magazine section and DVD rentals are an added bonus. Computer access and wifi make this an important resource for visitors and locals alike.

I had heard that Captain Andy's Na Pali Coast Sunset Dinner Sail is a great way to celebrate any occasion. So Tom and I decided to give it a go for our wedding anniversary.

Last week I ran across an article by Jefferson Graham in the USA Today newspaper called, "Photo Tour: Kauai, Hawaii's Magical Garden Island." Apparently Mr. Graham has a blog where he shares photo tips from all over the world. Sounds to me like a pretty good excuse to travel!

Now is the time - you are on vacation after all - to learn how to salsa dance on Kauai. Salsa Night, under Anaina Hou's beautifully renovated covered patio, will lift your spirits and get your body moving.

Lots of visitors who come to Kauai want to hike to a waterfall and I have just the one for you. In fact, on this hike you get two falls for the price of one hike and it is free. Ho'opi'i Falls is on the Kapa'a Stream.

Anini Beach, on the north shore of Kauai, is one of my favorite beaches. It is a long stretch of coastline protected from the breaking waves by a shallow lagoon, perfect for snorkeling. Choose from the boat launch and wind surfing beach where there are public bathrooms and picnic tables

Classes are available at the Princeville at Hanalei Community Center and you're welcome to take part while on vacation. Yoga and pilates classes are available several times a week. Tai Chi is offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays or challenge your ability to learn choreography at the line dance class on Wednesday.

Need a yoga fix on Kauai? Meet Anna Myers (far right in photo). She has been a fitness professional for 35 years. Several years ago she introduced Yoganna, her form of yoga, to the north shore of Kauai. It is a safe, fun, Hawaiian yoga program for all body types.

Kauai, Hawaii is such a magical place that often times visitors want to take home a beautiful painting as a reminder of their time in Paradise. Saim Caglayan has been plein air painting the landscapes of Kauai for years. I have personally known Saim for 15 of those years and am proud to call him my friend.

Who's ready to walk the Kalalau Trail along the spectacular NaPali Coast? This trail hugs the northwest coast of Kauai for 11 miles ending at the idyllic Kalalau Valley. With pointed pali (mountains) cascading down to the ocean, it is some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.

Do you want to go hiking on Kauai but feel like you need a guide? Hike Kauai With Me may just be the company you're looking for. Eric Rohlffs started the company ten years ago and has now hired a few capable, trusted guides to continue his vision of taking guests to out of the way places on the Garden Island.

I'm admittedly not a dog person, but I know many of you are, so if you are missing your pooch while on vacation why not take a Kauai Humane Society dog on a field trip! That's right, you will make one, or possibly two, canines extremely happy.

If you are looking for what to do in Kauai and you are a hiker, try the Okolehao Trail which is on the mountain behind Hanalei, just down the hill from Princeville. Let me warn you, however, this hike is

A trip to Kauai is not complete without an evening spent at a luau. Many guests ask me which one of many I would recommend and I always fall back on the one to which I take my friends and family - Smith's Garden Luau.

When you are looking for what to do in Kauai that is unique and fabulously fun, try tubing at Kauai Backcountry Adventures. Another entrepreneurial Carswell sister started this business in 2003 and continues to run it as one of the most unusual experiences on the island.

If you are wondering what to do when it is a little too rainy on the north shore, why not take a 30 minute drive from Honu Point where you may walk or bike ride the Kapa'a Coastal Path. We do provide four bikes at our home but you most likely won't have a vehicle that can carry them.

Summer is approaching and Na Pali Catamaran offers a sea tour down the Na Pali Coast from Hanalei Bay. Most boat tours leave out of Port Allen on the west side of the island (90 minute drive away), but a few have a license to leave right out of Hanalei Bay (5 minute drive away).

Join us for Pickleball In Paradise! Pickleball is a very popular racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two to four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a wiffle ball, over a net.

Before or after your beach time on Kauai, grab a racket and head over to play tennis at Hanalei Bay Resort. There are eight beautifully maintained courts tucked in among some lovely landscaping. Be warned, however, that you may not play as well as you usually do because of the drop-dead gorgeous views of Hanalei Bay and Bali Hai from the top four courts.

Princeville Ranch offers lots of adventures on the north shore of Kauai and off-roading is just one of them. Located between Princeville Resort and the Kalihiwai River, you won't have to go far to have a lot of fun. I've written two blogs featuring Princeville Ranch's horseback riding and zip line adventures.

Looking for a Friday night happy hour for tourists and locals alike? Try Pau Hana (work complete) Fridays at Anaina Hou in Kilauea, Kauai. Anaina Hou is a community park area which includes the unique, botanical Mini Golf one can see from the highway between Kilauea and Princeville.

There is a new fire show happening behind the Kilauea Mini Golf at Anaina Hou Community Park! This weekly Polynesian ahi lele "fire dancing" show is just a short drive (6 - 10 min) from Honu Point Vacation Rental in Princeville.