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Kauai

The Garden Isle

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  • by DT
  • A February 2001 travel journal
  • Last Updated: July 11, 2001
Journal Usefulness Rating 2 out of 5
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This is a description of fun things on Kauai.

The Garden Isle

Overview

I think the weather, Waimea Canyon, and great food were some of the memoable things on Kauai.

Quick Tips:

To save money, many condo. owners rent out their condos themselves. You can check websites and book a room yourself. This could save you hundreds on a weekly trip.

Best Way To Get Around:

You must have a car. I don't even think they have public transportation.

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Kiahuna Plantation

Hotel

Kiahuna Plantation

This was a fantastic place. The Kiahuna has the best of all the Poipu beaches right in front of the condos. The staff was friendly and the garden was beautiful. We had a garden view condo and it was great. The one bedroom condos sleep 4 and the two bedroom condos sleep 6. The pool is shared with the Sheraton. It is also right across the street form the shopping center.
Also, the snorkeling in Poipu is fantastic.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by DT on July 11, 2001

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Kiahuna Plantation
Poipu Kauai, Hawaii

Brennecke's Beach Broiler

Restaurant

Brenneke's

Every guide book will tell you to eat here but my family and I thought it was mediocre and the prices were pretty high. The wait to get a table at peak times could be an hour.
  • Member Rating 1 out of 5 by DT on July 11, 2001

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Brennecke's Beach Broiler
2100 Hoone Road Kauai, Hawaii 96756
(808) 742-7588

Roy's

Restaurant

Roy's Poipu Bar and Grill

This was the best place on the island. The prices are fairly steep, but worth it. The food was rich, so don't be fooled with the smaller than usual Hawaiian portions. I have been to many Roy's around the world and this was my favorite one. Next time I go to Poipu, I will eat here every night and just get something different.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by DT on July 11, 2001

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Roy's
2360 Kiahuna Plantation Drive Poipu, Hawaii 96756
+1 808 742 5000

House of Seafood

Restaurant

House of Seafood

This place is expensive for what you got. Save your money and go to Roy's. They have many local fish, but mainland prices. It was nice, but not for the price paid.
  • Member Rating 2 out of 5 by DT on July 11, 2001

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House of Seafood
1941 Poipu Road Poipu, Hawaii 96756
+1 808 742 6434

Brick Oven Pizza

Restaurant

Brick Oven Pizza

On the way to Waimea Canyon, there is a great lunch or dinner spot. This might be the best pizza I have ever had. If not, it's a close second. This is not a place to miss.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by DT on July 11, 2001

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Brick Oven Pizza
2-2555 Kaumualii Highway Kalaheo, Hawaii 96741
+1 808 332 8561

Poipu Beach

Experience

At Sunset
Poipu Beach is popular because it is the sunniest side of the island. The snorkeling is great and ther are enough good restaurants to keep you busy. The north side of the island seemed a bit rainier. I'll stick to Poipu.

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Waimea Canyon

Experience

Gardens
Not to be missed. It really is the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific". The drive is fantastic, with views on Niipuu " the forbidden island". Once to the top, the views will take your breath away.

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About the Writer

DT
DT
LOS ANGELES, United States

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