The “garden isle,” Kauai is your destination, if you looking to have wonderful vacation in beautiful natural setting. Kauai is the northernmost and the oldest of the Hawaiian Islands. Located in the northwest of Oahu, Kauai is the fourth largest of the Hawaiian Islands.
Independent royal domain before the arrival of Capt. James Cook in 1778, Kauai became part of the kingdom of Hawaii in 1810. Today’s Kauai is one of the fantastic tourist destinations of the world. L?hu?e, Hanalei, Po?ip?, Princeville, Waimea, Wailua, Kapa?a, Kapahi, Haena are the important towns and cities of Kauai.
The beautiful isle of Kauai is widely known for its mesmeric scenic beauty; the natural wonders such as Waimea Canyon and the Na Pali Coast are sheer expressions of exquisiteness. The isle is covered with lush greenery and tropical plants, watered regularly by abundant rainfall.
Home to gorgeous sandy beaches, Kauai is a coveted vacation destination for the lovers of nature & beauty. It attracts volumes of tourists from all parts of world. It’s a paradise for the buffs of Hiking, kayaking, camping, helicopter touring, boat touring, beaching, etc.
Kauai’s natural setting has been featured in more than 75 movies and full-length television programs, such as "Jurassic Park I, II, III," "Six Days, Seven Nights," "Dragonfly," "Raiders of the Lost Ark," "Uncommon Valor," "Flight of the Intruder," "Blue Hawaii," "King Kong" and "South Pacific."
Kauai’s captivating emeraldic scenic beauty, pleasant semitropical climate suiting all types of outdoor activities, dulcet cooling fresh breezes and rain showers are brief in the early morning and evening, and beautiful beaches makes it a pleasing destination for honeymoon vacations, and beach vacations. Kauai hides plenty of romantic aromas and unspeakable romances for you in her bosom.
Some of the attractions Kauai include Old Koloa town, The Huleia National Wildlife Refuge, Kilauea Point Lighthouse and Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge, Waimea Canyon and Koke'e State Park, The Wailua River with its double waterfall, the jagged Na Pali Coast, Hanalei Bay and Iraivan temple.
Short drive from Lihue, the elegant and pristine Wailua Falls is a site of thrilling cliff diving. The beautiful Mount Waialeale, near the very center of Kauai is a rainy spot on the island. Waimea Canyon is often called the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific." The canyon at Koke'e State Park is a nice place for camping and hiking.
Lihue Airport (LIH) is the main air gateway to Kauai. Lihue has nonstop service from Los Angles and San Francisco. The small airport is served by inter-island flights by Hawaiian, Aloha, go!, American, United Airlines, and US Airways offering non-stop service from the U.S. West Coast. You must choose a window seat to have best aerial views of the mesmeric isle. Kauai is also accessible via Honolulu International Airport on O'ahu.
There is now also a deep water port at Nawiliwili for cruise ships. You can also enjoy cruises between the islands that start and end in Honolulu, offered by Norwegian Cruise Lines.