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Things to Do  

Downtown Kapa'a

Downtown Kapa'a, Kapaa

 malianrob Says:  Downtown Kapa'a had alot of little restaurants and shops. Its about two or three blocks long and you can find tons of places to eat here. Its very convenient if you are staying around here. 

Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concerts

Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concerts, Kapaa

 lopaka_53 Says:  while in Hanalei, go to the community center in Hanalei, to hear a Hawaiian Slack key Concert. Sandy & Doug McMaster are the m/c-preformers of the concert. Great fun and oh so nice to listen to. I have several of their CD's and we play then while we go to sleep. 

Here fishy fishy fishy...

Here fishy fishy fishy..., Kapaa

 Avryle Says:  Go hook some dinner. Watch as your friends barf up breakfast over the side of the boat. Barf up your breakfast over the side of the boat. Brain a big fishy with a baseball bat.I called several places to price them out, Hawaiian Style Fishing had the best deal. $95 per person... 

The Oh-so-secret-falls off the...

The Oh-so-secret-falls off the..., Kapaa

 Avryle Says:  The Oh-so-secret-falls off the Wailua RiverPaddle your a** up the Wailus River and hike to the falls through the forest. The pool is about 7' deep in the middle and pretty chilly. 

Ya wanna find a way to make...

Ya wanna find a way to make..., Kapaa

 Avryle Says:  Ya wanna find a way to make your whole body feel like it was beat repeatedly with a large stick? Go kayaking! Three out of five people had fun. Our super-guide, Terry, tossed some kayaks in the river, said, 'Hop in...uhhh, do you guys know how to swim?...uhhh, okay.' and we... 

Hotels  

ResortQuest Islander on the Beach

 2 Reviews and 725 Opinions  The Islander is an unpretentious, comfortable resort hotel with a little funky edge but certainly... 

Aston Kauai Beach at Makaiwa

 1 Review and 387 Opinions  I arrived to my hotel room very late friday night. I walked into my room extremely tired and just... 

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Restaurants  

Wahoo Seafood Bar & Grill: Seafood and More

Wahoo Seafood Bar & Grill: Seafood and More, Kapaa

 kellinwood Says:  We had a great dinner experience here. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the food was great. Laurie ordered a seafood sampler from the daily specials which consisted of three different fish prepared three different ways, and I got the baby back ribs. The amount of... 

cocoNUTS Island Style Bar and Grill: Best Tuna in Kauai

cocoNUTS Island Style Bar and Grill: Best Tuna in Kauai, Kapaa

 brewjohnson Says:  Coconuts is the type of place you drive by and think... boy that place looks cheesy and touristy. Oversized tiki statues and torches don't quite fit in a parking lot on the side of the highway next to a strip mall. Even the way the name was written on the sign... cocoNUTS... 

duane's ono burger.: one of the best burger on the island

duane's ono burger.: one of the best burger on the island, Kapaa

 lopaka_53 Says:  bubba's is an icon of kauai, but duane's has it going on. spot on duane. nokaio sloppy hamburger while you watch the ferrel katz and chicken chase each other around the outdoor seating area. 

Eggberts: Banana Pancakes are Worth the Visit

Eggberts: Banana Pancakes are Worth the Visit, Kapaa

 Kalemakapii Says:  Eggberts was advertised as one of the best, if not THE best breakfast places to go in the Kapaa area. Service was quick and friendly... wanted to order blueberry pancakes, thinking that the batter was chock full of blueberries... nope, they only had blueberry syrup? Same for... 

Lemongrass: You've Got to be Kidding

Lemongrass: You've Got to be Kidding, Kapaa

 TommyTab Says:  Based upon a recomendation of some people we met, we had dinner at the Lemongrass Restaurant. One of us had a "Surf and Turf" selection. The lobster was good, but when my friend bit into the steak, she immediately spit it out. I smelled it, and I think I have only... 

Eggbert's: Eggbert's

Eggbert's: Eggbert's, Kapaa

 SFHulaGIrl Says:  Casual indoor or outdoor dining; apparently, THE breakfast spot in town. Go for the banana pancakes or eggs Florentine. I couldn't pass up trying their Loco Moco (two scoops of rice, a hamburger patty, and an egg all smothered with brown gravy)! 

Tropical Burgers & More: Tropical Burgers & More

Tropical Burgers & More: Tropical Burgers & More, Kapaa

 SFHulaGIrl Says:  A casual place serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Burgers are huge and tasty! Kokee Blue Cheese Burger 

Bubba'a Burgers: They'll relish your buns.

Bubba'a Burgers: They'll relish your buns., Kapaa

 Avryle Says:  Definitely NOT Bubba's Burgers (should this go under travel warning?)Some guy I sat next to on the flight over kept raving about how wonderful Bubba's was. 'Dude, you gotta go there.' After eating here, I've come to two conclusions- 1. The guy eats his own fecal matter and... 

Nightlife  

Tress Lounge: Live Music - cool crowd - draft beer and good food

Tress Lounge: Live Music - cool crowd - draft beer and good food, Kapaa

 rwjstoehr Says:  Good live music every night, nice atmosphere, interesting people, excellent pupus (snacks, tapas). Great place to hang out after an exciting day. 

Transportation  

Taxis From the Airport

Taxis From the Airport, Kapaa

 SFHulaGIrl Says:  There is NO taxi line at the Lihue airport. Once you reach the baggage claim, you must call for a taxi from the white telephone (don't worry, it's a free call). A taxi will arrive in the designated area within 5-10 minutes. The approximate one-way taxi fare to Kapaa, in the... 

Regular inter-island flights...

Regular inter-island flights..., Kapaa

 MikeyUK Says:  Regular inter-island flights from Honolulu. The airport is something to see - a wonderful welcome - traditional Hawaiian musicCar hire is essential if you want to see the best of the island 

Shopping  

Kapaa Craft Fair: Arts & Crafts

Kapaa Craft Fair: Arts & Crafts, Kapaa

 Etoile2B Says:  Kapaa Craft Fair, from what we could tell, is a permanent fixture in the town of Kapaa. It’s easy to spot on the side of the highway in the middle of town. There is ample parking available if you want to stop and check out the various craft stalls. Most of the stalls hawk... 

Kauai Pearls: Tahitian Pearls

Kauai Pearls: Tahitian Pearls, Kapaa

 SFHulaGIrl Says:  This shop in the Coconut Marketplace has a fine selection of Tahitian pearls; earrings, rings, bracelets, pins, pendants. If there's a sale going on, you can purchase a black pearl pendant for as little as $99! 

What to Pack  

Not much needed, just "go with the flow"...

Not much needed, just "go with the flow"..., Kapaa

 designerlorraine Says:   Hiking shoes that can go into the water ... there's lots of beautiful spots to enjoy, but you'll want to wear some shoes that you can slosh around in ... there's some beautiful rivers you will walk through to get to a hiking trail or the perfect beach spot. A digital... 

Favorites  

Take a slow drive north as far...

Take a slow drive north as far..., Kapaa

 MikeyUK Says:  Take a slow drive north as far as you can go. The road at times seems only a few feet away from the sea - its not a long drive and relatively quiet. Just pull off at the many beaches along the road The mountain backdrops to the beaches have to be seen to be believed. Take a... 

The Place

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The People

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 Island Native of KAUAI - Aloha! I'm a native of Kauai and would love to be of assistance to those wanting to know the inside scoop about things to do and see throughout the island. 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  Hi!!First time travelling to Kauai and looking for a great place to eat when i get there. I'm a Chef from Australia and would love... 

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A: I haven't been for a few years but, the restaurant at The Priceville Hotel had some great food. It may be similar to any high end restaurant in Australia though. My... 

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Top Kapaa Writers

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Kapaa

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 Don't go to Hawaii if you're expecting a great deal and excellent prices. Everything is priced to stick it to the tourist- hotels, excursions, shopping, souveniers... Bend over, grab your ankles, grit... 

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MikeyUK's Kauai'

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 I found paradise - OK, so I haven't travelled the world, but it will take a lot to beat Kaua'i 

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Kauai

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Kapaa. I'd love to share with you the 5 tips I've written, the 2 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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Kapaa - A Good Island Base

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 On both of my two visits to Kauai I stayed in Kapa'a. It's a good midway point on the main highway from Hanalei to Waimea, making it convenient for reaching all points on the island. The town of... 

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Kapaa..not too bad

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 If my timeshare wasnt here I probably wouldnt have thought to stay here based on the info I got from the travel books. I am glad I did though. The condo is right on the beach. It wasnt fancy or... 

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