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 | Hiking the Kalalau Trail |   |  |
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 |  on December 7, 2003 |
This is probably the most famous hike in Kauai. The trail goes for 11 miles and leads you to Na Pali Coast; the views along the way are simply beautiful. One needs a permit to go past the first 2 miles (it is assumed that you'll be camping if you go farther). At the end of the trail lies Kalalau Beach and above it the beautiful valley that you can see from the top of Waimea Canyon Drive at the Kalalau Lookout. |
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| Outriggers in Hanalei Bay |  | |
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 |  on February 5, 2004 |
We stayed right on Hanalei Bay, so every late afternoon, we would watch the local outrigger club doing their training. An outrigger is 45 feet long, weighs 400 pounds and is manned (or womanned) by a crew of six. The trick is not to paddle with 6 paddles, but to move in complete synchronization so the six paddles act as one paddle. These crews had it down pat. They were so smooth and beautiful to watch as the sun set over the Pacific. |
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| Fishing for Ono! | | |
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 |  on November 14, 2003 |
We went trolling for Marlin, Tuna, and Ono. We were lucky enough to each catch an Ono! Amy got a big one, about 45 pounds, Susan's was big too at about 30 pounds. WHAT A THRILL!!! Hana pa'a Charters - "4 person shared"... only we were lucky enough to be the only 2 people on the boat... so it was like a personal charter! Our boat was the ONLY boat in the harbor to catch anything that day! |
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| aventure... | | |
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 |  on August 21, 2003 |
kauai is the perfect destination for today'saventure traveler. for leisurely river kayak rides , scuba diding and ocean sailing, to horseback riding, hiking or biking |
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| Sail the Na Pali Coast | | |
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 |  on January 18, 2005 |
After seeing the Na Pali coast by trail a few days earlier, and by helicopter the day before, we still had to see this one of a kind landmark from another angle, the ocean! Sailing aboard a modern 55 foot catamaran (those prone to seasickness, beware!), the trip takes about 5 hours in all. During this time with "Captain Andy's Sailing Adventures" you'll sail about half way up the Na Pali coast while enjoying wine and snacks. The view from here is even more stunning as the cliffs are so steep and high you literally can't see where they end. If the weather is fairly calm, on the way back you'll anchor and spend some time snorkeling. While fun, if you are used to snorkeling in crystal clear, reef strewn waters (such as the Caribbean), this won't be the highlight of your sail. However, the experience of Na Pali alone is worth the trip. Note 1: The cost of this trip is advertised at US$129. However, many of the hotels and other attractions on the island seems to have special offers, so shop around and you might find this trip for as low as US$75. Note 2: This sail could possible be listed under a "tourist-trap" activity, and perhaps it is, but for good reason. Tourist trap or not, the scenery and experience is worth it no matter how you're traveling. Bathing suit for snorkeling (all snorkel gear is provided), and some warm clothes as the sea breezes can get a little chilly. |
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| Sail the Na Pali Coast - a spectacular experience! | | |
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 |  on October 3, 2006 |
If you have the means, time, & opportunity...you MUST sail the Na Pali coast. It is one of the most spectacular experiences I have ever done. We did a morning sailing out of Port Allen on the south coast with Captain Andy's Sailing Adventures. It was approximately 5 1/2 hours long & worth every second. They offer two sailings - one at 7am and one at 1:30pm. I HIGHLY recommend the morning departure...here's why: The waters are calmer & you will likely see pods and pods of bottlenose & spinner dolphins. This, coupled with the splendor of the Na Pali coast will blow you away. There's also giant green sea turtles and flying fish. It is truly an amazing display of nature at its best. There's also food, beer, wine, & a snorkeling stop. This is very much worth the $$$. Don't miss Na Pali if you visit Kaua'i...you'll kick yourself if you don't. CHECK OUT MY TRAVELOGUE ON THE NA PALI COAST FOR GREAT PICS!! Bring sunscreen, towel, digital camera, & underwater cameras. They will all get a good workout. |
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| Somewhere under the Rainbow! | | |
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 |  on February 9, 2003 |
Fishing from the pier near the airport. We caught several Bone Fish here. Talk to the locals, they will teach you how to set up your rig. Bring your rods, they have plenty of cheap fishing tackle in all the grocery stores. |
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| Kia Bear Sport Fishing | | |
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| on February 9, 2003 |
Trolling for anything that bit the hook! We got a Mahi and three small Tuna. It was my first Tuna that I caught! Boat is loaded with the equipment and the mate was very friendly and helpful. |
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| *Bring a golf club or stick... | | |
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 |  on October 5, 2004 |
There are guavas everywhere. Ring a doorbell if there's one and ask the owner if you can have some. Locals are generally very generous. |
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| Golf on a course designed by Jack Nicklaus | | |
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 |  on January 17, 2008 |
If you'd like to golf on a beautiful course designed by pro Jack Nicklaus and opened in 1989, the Mokihana has become popular with locals due to its lower fees. Not as challenging as the Kiele course, the Mokihana also seems to receive less maintenance and has been relegated to the status of the less deserving cousin course. (According to the Ultimate Kauai Guidebook "Personnel can be snotty, too") While the Mokihana offers a pleasant golfing experience, it is not as spectacular as some of the other courses and might disappoint those who have been told to "make sure you golf at the Marriott." The adjacent airport and its accompanying jets can be a bit annoying. If your golfing days are few and precious here, consider playing the Kiele or driving to the north shore. But if you have golfing days to burn, the Mokihana is a pleasant course. Fees are $120, with discounts if you are staying at one of several resorts. (For example, Marriott customers pay $80) Price drops to $69 after 11 a.m. Carts are included in the price. Kama'ainas pay $50. |
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