You don’t want to leave anything up to chance when you visit Hawaii. When planning such a big trip, one of the most important things to consider is whether to get a rental car. If you decide on one, one of the best ways to book a rental car in Hawaii is through Discount Hawaii …
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When you close your eyes and think of Kauai, what do you imagine? If your mind’s eye sees white sandy beaches kissed by blue waters, breathtaking views as you hike through the rainforest, fresh fruit stands dotted along the single-lane roads, and coconut trees swaying high up against the ever-present rainbows in the sky, you …
When you visit Hawaii, you need to be mindful of the sun and protect yourself to avoid a serious sunburn. Choosing a good sunscreen will go a long way to keep you and your family safe, but you need to be careful which sunscreen you choose. Hawaii is surrounded on all sides by ecosystems that …
The December 26, 2019 Safari Aviation Inc. Kauai helicopter tour crash that killed seven people was caused by Safari’s lack of safety management processes to identify problematic meteorological conditions, reports the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) in a report released on May 11th, 2022. The report also cited an atypical weather pattern, a delayed implementation …
Update May 2022: The proposal has been defeated and the Kauai Chickens are saved! Kauai Chickens are an endearing part of the Kauai experience. The chickens are often the first item returning visitors to Kauai look for when they arrive at the airport. There’s even a store dedicated to the Kauai Chickens, with shirts, hats …
Kauai’s car rental shortage crisis has subsided going into Fall 2021 with demand and prices returning to near normal. A recent check at the Lihue Airport saw plenty of vehicles available in rental parking lots, and no angry crowds. The peak summer season saw tourists scrambling for rental cars after the COVID pandemic prompted car …
Signs and utility poles across Kauai are covered in stickers advertising brands, beliefs and events. The placing of stickers on signs is considered vandalism and violators can be subject to fines and other penalties. However, the practice is ongoing. Some consider the stickers to be a part of the island’s surf culture vibe. Others see …
18 years after his first attempt, Roy Kranz and son successfully hike to the Blue Hole (Weeping Wall) on Kauai. On the return, they almost got stranded on the wrong side of the river when it swelled up to the point of being unsafe to cross. After waiting for a few hours, they were finally …