Kauai Trip Report
 

Aloha!<BR><BR>My husband & I just returned from our first trip to Kauai. We had a fantastic time - due in no small part to advice I read on this forum & in "The Ultimate Guide to Kauai". While the whole island and trip was wonderful, some parts definitely stood out:<BR><BR> - Staying at Plantation Retreat (www.plantationretreat.com). If you're looking for a luxury resort or hotel accomodations, stop reading right now. However, if you're looking for something off the beaten path, secluded, somewhat rustic and totally unique, check out the website above. I can't say enough good things about our stay here. (Feel free to email me with specific questions & I'd be more than happy to give details.)<BR><BR> - Taking a helicopter ride. There is a reason why everyone says to do this! They aren't kidding - it's a great experience. We went with Jack Harter, and while I have nothing to compare it to (first time in a helicopter), it was worth every penny. Even hubby who was a little worried about it was raving about the experience.<BR><BR> - Hiking. Although we aren't "hikers", we thoroughly enjoyed the few we went on. If you just go to Kauai and sit on the beach you are missing a big chunk of the island. The red dirt ruined a few pairs of socks and sneakers, but you can't complain once you see the views!<BR><BR> - The food. We ate in restauraunts across all price ranges & only came across one meal we didn't really enjoy. Our favorites were Coconuts and The Beach House. <BR><BR>I know there are plenty of people out that have a lot more experience with this island, but if you have any questions, I'd be more than happy to add my two cents!

Alohaaaaa minny,<BR>Why anyone would go to Kauai is beyond me! ;^D<BR>Sounds like a great trip! 297 more days until we go back and get the lobster ravs at Coconuts or watch a gorgeous sunset at The Beach House!<BR><BR>We flew Jack Harter 2x and enjoyed both experiences. We got the original Jack the first trip over way back when.<BR>He really loved and respected that island and it showed thru his tours.<BR><BR>I will be checking out the web for your hotel. Sounds interesting.<BR><BR>Mahalo,<BR>Kal

Aloha Kal!<BR><BR>You know, I got a lot of information from all of your posts for our trips, so thanks! Before we went there, I was kind of wondering "why does Kal keep going back? Aren't there other places he & Mrs. Kal would want to go?" I fully understand now! I don't know if we'll get there again anytime soon, but I look forward to when we can get there again.

Minny,<BR>Hahahahaha...Yep...We will keep on going back until we get it right!<BR><BR>And, yes...we do go to other places.<BR>So far this year we only have Chicago (Cubs baseball) and New Orleans (Saints football) on the schedule and we are also putting away "Europe 2003" money as we type!<BR><BR>Life is tooooo short to stay home!<BR>Not that life is sooo short, it's that death is sooo long!<BR><BR>This Dec/Jan trip we are seriously considering a 3-4 day stay on the west side of Kauai. Hey! We're trying something different.<BR>Kal

Uh-oh Kal that sounds kind of risky. 2 or 3 days away from the best mai tais may feel longer than it is. Good news, closer to Polihale Beach.

...and the Waimea Brewing Co!<BR>Nui nachos no ka oi!

Hi Minnywall!<BR>You mentioned on another thread that you stayed in Moloaa Bay for three nights (and that it was remote). Can you tell me which place (URL?). I looked at Plantation Retreat, and while it looks fabulous, I still want to be on the beach...Like you, don't need luxury, just beauty and clean quarters. and the killer view of course!<BR>Thanks!<BR>Joan

Hi Joan -<BR><BR>Here's the link for the place we stayed at Moloaa Bay: http://rfreedom.com/paradise/paradise.htm#rates<BR><BR>We stayed at Plantation Retreat for 5 nights and the above place for 3 nights. It was great to see both sides of the island - jungle & beach. If you want more information about our stay after you check out the link, let me know!