Things To Do
Anini Beach
A beautiful beach to swim and snorkel at on the North Shore - you almost always see a turtle while snorkeling!
Beach House Restaurant - Kauai
A great place for a delicious meal with a beautiful view of the sunset
Blue Dolphin Charters
If you are open to adventure, a sailing tour of the Napali Coast is an unforgettable experience! The waves can be rough so keep that in mind if you get seasick. Danie and John have both toured with Blue Dolphin before and had a great time. There are many other touring companies - we are only vouching for what we've used before. You won't regret this!
Brennecke's Beach
We swam with turtles here! Sweet little beach with great body surfing
Hanalei
The adorable small town of Hanalei is home to good food, cute shopping, and the beautiful Bay.
Hanalei Bay
Danie and her mom's favorite beach! Located on the north side of the island, Hanalei Bay is a large, soft-sanded beach. Some spots (often closer to the Hanalei Bay Pier) have flat, gentle waves great for families or gentle swimming. Others have seasonal larger waves great for body surfing or playing in the surf.
Hanapepe Town
Sweet little town with a cute downtown that was the inspiration for Lilo and Stitch
The Hanalei Dolphin Restaurant
A divine dinner spot in Hanalei (also for a fun day-time poke bowl take out, sneak around the back to the fish market!)
JoJo's Shave Ice
A must for a first time visit to Kaua'i - there are few locations around the island but the one in Waimea is by far the cutest. Make sure to get the haupia on top!
Kalypso Island Bar & Grill
Great happy hour in Hanalei - good food, good drinks, good vibes, and good fish tacos!
Kapaʻa
Kapa'a is home to a cute downtown, that you will surely drive through going north or south on the island, and beautiful hiking. The town is lined by beaches that have rough waves and incredible views of sunrises!
Kayak Kauai
Great guided kayak + hike to a waterfall tour Danie did this her first trip to Kaua'i with Lisa Grace
Ke‘e Beach
Kē‘ē Beach is located at the base of the Kalalau Trail inside the Hāʻena State Park. Both the beach and the hike are incredible! Permits are needed for access and can be purchased via the link. Permit dates open for purchase 30 days prior at 12am HST (example: 8/30 opens July 31, 8/31 opens Aug 1)
Lava Lava Beach Club
This is always our first stop for a Chi Chi and a Mai Tai! Close to grocery shopping and has a great happy hour
Lihue
The island’s only “city” with the major stores like Costco and many hotel and rental options
Nourish Hanalei
Delicious açaí bowl + beautiful view of Hanalei
Poipu Beach
Beautiful beach where you can swim, snorkel, and often see turtles on the sand!
The Plantation House by Gaylords
We will be here for the wedding! The property is so beautiful, the restaurant is delicious, and they are home to a number of local businesses and tours.
Puka Dog Hawaiian Style Hot Dogs
Fun beach snack/quick lunch across from Poipu Beach and Brennecke’s Beach (Delish veggie dogs too!)
Waimea Canyon State Park
Waimea Canyon houses some of the most incredible views and hiking on the island. Often called the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, Waimea Canyon offers views of the Napali Coast and the red dirt 3,000 ft deep canyon. You can drive up (it's windy!) and hike around, stop of lookout points, and on a clear day see "Forbidden" island of Ni'ihau.