Koloa Historical Monument In the charming Old Koloa Town of Kauai there is a monument and sculpture to the historic Hawaiian sugar industry. It is here where the Hawaiian sugar industry first got its start. Near this monument, in 1835, William Hooper started the industry by planting 12 acres of sugar cane on land leased …
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The remains of the original Old Sugar Mill of Koloa are located within the town of Koloa, in a field across from the town center. A 30-foot tall stone smoke stack and partial foundations are all that remain. Today, a food truck court operates nearby. In 1965 the Old Sugar Mill was designated a Registered …
There is a fire control observation tower off Makaha Ridge Road on the island of Kauai (in the vicinity of Waimea Canyon). The tower is near the Milolii Vista and the U.S. Navy’s Pacific Missile Range Facility at Makaha Ridge. Though we are not apprised of the official purpose of the tower, we assume the …
The Coconut Marketplace open-air shopping mall in Kapaa, Kauai features a nice array of quality shops, eateries, Hawaiian entertainment and a farmers market. Located in a coconut grove on Highway 56 soon after you enter Kapaa, you might be tempted to drive on by. But the newly renovated marketplace has a lot to offer for …
Kauai is all about surfing, outdoors, nature and tropical goodness, so you may be more than a little surprised when you stumble across the Beachrail Kauai hobby and collectibles store at the Harbor Mall in Lihue. The unexpected shop is packed full of collectibles, toys, trains, plastic model kits, diecast vehicles, science fiction and fantasy items, …
The beautiful Hanalei Bay Overlook (or Hanalei Bay Lookout) is one of the most photographed locations on Kauai’s North Shore. It’s also one of the most stunning scenes in the world, in our opinion. The extraordinary view from the overlook encompasses the entire Hanalei area, including the town, river, bay, mountains and taro fields. For …
Every Tuesday at 2PM, just north of Hanalei town on the main highway, the Waipa Ranch Farmers Market is enjoyed by tourists and locals alike. The market features local vendors offering produce, fresh squeezed juices, cheeses, chocolate-covered bananas, pies, pastas, flowers, jewelry, clothing and much more. Waipa Farmers Market 5-5785A Kuhio Hwy. Hanalei, HI 96714 …
Sunrise at Hanalei Bay is a magical time (though anytime is magical at this beautiful spot). On clear mornings the sun rises over the mountains and casts a golden glow over the bay. Photos