One of my favorite towns in Hawaiʻi is tucked on Kauaʻi’s south shore, just west of Kōloa. When I walk through the charming town of Hanapēpē, it feels like time has stood still, which is just one of the reasons I love returning. It might come as a surprise that Hanapēpē is nicknamed Kauaʻi’s Biggest […]
For visitors to Kauaʻi, it’s easy enough to tour the entire island in a week. We recommend spending some time on each side of the island and hitting the highlights during a weeklong stay, however, if you only have a few days on the island’s fantastic western district, here are a few things to do
Most people travel to Kauaʻi to escape from bustling city life, to unwind and relax on one of the island’s many quiet beaches. Kids and relaxation don’t always go hand-in-hand. But the Garden Isle actually offers a lot to do for vacationing families, from kid-friendly hikes and beaches to epic playgrounds that will occupy your
Kauaʻi, also known as the Garden Isle, is a favorite among visitors and locals alike. Considered by some as the oldest of the main Hawaiian Islands—other sources cite Ni‘ihau, by a couple of hundred thousand years—Kauaʻi is chock-full of culture, activities and ʻono (delicious) restaurants. It’s a great place for visitors to travel to, especially
Stray away from the ordinary in Hawaiʻi to discover artsy towns not only filled with galleries, but also funky boutiques, record stores and under-the-radar eateries. From a former plantation neighborhood on the small island of Lānaʻi to the mecca of street art in the heart of Honolulu, you’ll feel the magnetic draw of these colorful
Kauaʻi is for those who truly want to get away. Lush mountains, cascading waterfalls, remote beaches — the island offers the Hawaiʻi vacation of your dreams. Hike through tropical rainforests or along breathtaking pali (cliffs). Kayak through verdant valleys to hidden waterfalls. Walk along more than 50 miles of beaches. If you want get away,
Summer is in full swing. Here in Hawaiʻi, this means more daylight, south shore swells and an abundance of mangoes. It also means kids are out of school. If you’re looking to occupy your keiki at home or while on vacation, exciting family-friendly activities are scattered throughout the Islands that will thrill your little ones
The road less traveled is often the most exciting. And co-hosts Catherine Toth Fox and Grace Maeda definitely took alternative routes during their recent expedition to Kauaʻi. For those planning a trip to the Garden Isle, Cat and Grace build a 36-hour itinerary that will take you from Hanapēpē and Kōloa on Kauaʻi’s southern coasts,
While a car will take you to the far corners of any island, sometimes the best way to discover an area is by foot. From historic surf towns and colorful art districts to former plantation neighborhoods, Hawaiʻi is home to many great walkable regions. And you’ll quickly notice an afternoon can easily slip away when
Friday Art Nights used to be when sleepy Hanapēpē Town woke up, drawing hundreds of people to art galleries, eateries and shops – many located in historic buildings—the street filled with musicians, artists, and craft and food vendors. That changed in March 2020 when the state shut down, in-person Art Nights paused, and businesses shortened
If you miss the turn, you’ll miss the entire town of Hanapēpē. And, trust us, you wouldn’t want to. Hard to believe but this quaint town just west of Kōloa was one of Kaua‘i’s busiest communities from World War I to the early 1950s. Today, Hanapēpē—affectionately known as Kaua‘i’s Biggest Little Town—hasn’t changed much, with
It’s that time of the week again, where you can listen to HAWAII Magazine editor Catherine Toth Fox and associate editor Kevin Allen talk about everything Hawaii. This time, the crew is dishing on its recent trip to Kauai—and how to properly pronounce Hawaii. The first stop made by your weekly hosts is at Po’s
