Kaua'i seduces people from all walks of life. Hawaii's oldest island is a place where everyone - locals and traveling nomads, celebrities and hippies, adventure seekers and lovers of luxe - all coexist peacefully. Yes, there are other destinations with sun, sand, and surf, but none with the unique spirit of aloha found here. It's as rampant as the island's wild chickens.
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Approximately 90 percent of the island's land is uninhabited, thanks to Mount Wai'ale'ale (the world's wettest place) and the vast Waimea Canyon. So visitors can experience undisturbed white-sand beaches, lush jungles, and extraordinary wildlife. But Kaua'i isn't all trails, sand, and vegetation. The island has changed with the times, welcoming and influx of residents and modern-day development, including a limited number of luxury hotels, spas, and golfing greens. Epicurean restaurants are scattered throught the island, and it boasts enough shopping to necessitate extra baggage fees on the flight home. Surfing, zip-lining, hiking, and four-wheel-driving opportunities will exhaust any adventure addict's adrenaline supply. And history buffs can explore the island's rich culture through its ancient archaeological sites, plantation architecture, and various museums.
Kaua'i isn't only a collection of stops and must-see sights, but a romance between visitor and island. Explore the Na Pali Coast, catch your first wave in Hanalei Bay, or watch the sunset over a forbidden island. Get pampered at an oceanside spa, hit par on the greens, or work on an organic farm. Your enchanting experiences of the Garden Isle will change you to your core. The memories of your time on Pele's first-born will stay with you forever.
