We’re back on the North Shore for Aloha Friday and a great deal on a brand new, completely remodeled Princeville condo at Hanalei Bay Resort. Fantastic ocean views and only $199 if you reserve today. This air conditioned one-bedroom, 2 bath condo with kitchen can sleep four. You can also rent the studio with king bed for two at $150 nightly. Whichever you choose you’ll have spectacular views of Bali Hai, tropical sunsets, lush green mountains and the sparkling blue waters of the Pacific Ocean.
Hanalei Bay Resort sits hilltop on 22 tropical acres close to the St. Regis. From your condo you can walk down a paved path to a white sand beach. Or call a shuttle to take you either direction. There are 8 tennis courts and two pools. My favorite has a cascading waterfall, sand bottom and hot tub. Your location at Princeville offers easy access to golf, shopping and your favorite Kauai beaches on the North Shore.
Reserve your Aloha Friday Deal by phone at 800-325-5701. Today’s offer is valid on new reservations at Hanalei Bay Resort Unit 32012 received on January 6.
Additional Details: You’ll have to stay at least five nights and the non-refundable payment is due at time of booking. One change allowed if the same unit is available and the new arrival date is within 30 days of your original arrival date. This offer cannot be combined with any other special or promotion and is not valid between December 19 and January 5. Additional processing and cleaning fees apply per reservation. Not included is the resort check-in fee of $25 and $5 per day resort fee. Rates plus 13.416% state tax.
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Our ever popular Waikomo Stream Villas includes a new one-bedroom condo. We’re pleased to announce Unit 423 as our latest Poipu vacation rental. It has a great second floor location tucked away near the stream and surrounded by tropical gardens. The beach is just 3 blocks away and the new Shops at Kukui`ula are across the street.
USA Today travel writer, Laura Bly, stayed at Waikomo Stream Villas this fall and wrote about it as a “Hawaii beach escape.” The HI-Five promotion she mentioned is still available but selling quickly. This new Kauai condo offers more opportunities to save 50% on six night stays through June 30, 2012.
Unit 423 has room for up to four guests. There’s a king bed in the master suite and full bath. Extra guests have a comfortable queen sleeper sofa in the living room. A fully equipped kitchen will save on dining expenses. You can also shop for fresh produce at the Kauai Farmers Market every Wednesday at Kukui`ula.
With all of our fine amenities that we include you’ll save even more. Waikomo Stream Villas has two pools including one for children. There are also tennis courts and BBQ areas. Parking is free and our on-site front desk offers concierge services and help planning Kauai activities. Inside your condo we’ve included free high speed Internet, upgraded bath products from Malie Organics and our custom blended coffee from Kauai Roastery.
As always, The Parrish Collection Kauai guarantees that you will get the best rate available. We invite you to call and reserve our newest Kauai vacation rental for your next stay.
When was the last time you watched dolphins from your lanai while sipping a cup of our custom blend coffee? This is just one of the many experiences waiting for you at Poipu Makai. The blue Pacific is everywhere you look from inside your remodeled 2-bedroom Poipu vacation rental to the expansive lanai.
Get ready to experience dazzling Kauai sunsets on tropical nights and impressive sunrises every day. It’s a feast for the senses and only $150 nightly if you reserve today.
Poipu Makai has only 15 units so guests enjoy privacy and a relaxing place to vacation. It’s located within easy walking distance of Brennecke Beach. From your quiet end unit on the second floor the views are mesmerizing. You’re also close enough to to hear the sound of the surf from throughout your condo.
Features include a newly remodeled interior, granite counter tops, travertine floors and even a refreshing plunge pool. Both bedrooms have queen beds and there are two baths. The master overlooks the ocean and has lanai access. We also offer the services of our guest concierge and in-room amenities like Malie Organic bath products.
Reserve our last Aloha Friday Deal of the year by calling us today at 800-325-5701. This offer is valid on new reservations for unit E2 at Poipu Makai received on December 30.
Additional Details: You’ll have to stay at least five nights and the non-refundable payment is due at time of booking. One change allowed if the same unit is available and the new arrival date is within 30 days of your original arrival date. This offer cannot be combined with any other special or promotion and is not valid between December 19 and January 5. Additional processing and cleaning fees apply per reservation. Rates plus 13.416% state tax.
As we end 2011, we wish each of you a Happy New Year. We’ll be celebrating at Poipu Beach with fireworks and music. Hau`oli Makahiki Hou!
Our enchanting island is one of the last places on earth to see the year end. If you’re on Kauai for New Year’s Eve get ready for a dazzling firework display in the tropical night sky. Our Kauai vacation rental guests can join the revelry at Poipu Beach Park.
Fireworks in Hawaii have become a tradition to ring in a prosperous New Year with a loud bang heard across the Pacific. Parrish Kauai is pleased to be one of the lead sponsors for this annual celebration with the Poipu Beach Resort Association and other local businesses.
The big event starts with four hours of live music by Revival, Sashamon, Papa`a Bay Boys and Alyson’s Anthem starting at 5pm. After a magical Kauai sunset the crowds will gather for the firework show at 9:15pm. Food is available for purchase or plan a memorable night of Kauai dining at South Shore restaurants like Red Salt and Tortilla Republic. Our guest concierge can check seating times for you. Another option is to search on Open Table for choices remaining on this popular evening.
If you decide to buy fireworks to have your own show, please protect our island and ocean by removing any firework debris when you’re through. Fireworks are popular in local neighborhoods too and the sky at midnight can be a mixture of noise, smoke and color seen around the island.
Wherever you celebrate New Year’s Eve you can keep Aloha in your heart and wish everyone Hau`oli Makahiki Hou. “Makahiki” means year in Hawaiian and refers to an ancient four month celebration of resting and feasting. I think that’s what everyone will be doing on New Year’s Day!
“Hau `oli Makahiki Hou” to you from all of us at The Parrish Collection Kauai.
Tortilla Republic recently opened near our Poipu vacation rentals in the Shops at Kukui`ula. I’ve become a big fan of its cool vibe and sophisticated flavors served up with a fresh island twist. Being that Tortilla Republic has become one of the trendiest spots for Kauai dining, it was the perfect choice for our recent holiday party.
The two levels of the stylish restaurant have open walls allowing the tropical trade winds to blow in, perfecting the relaxing setting. Starting our evening was a spectacular Kauai sunset which created a wonderful warm glow throughout the restaurant. The ground floor has a bar and more casual menu choices. The upstairs also has a cool bar as well and a more fine dining atmosphere including the formal Guadalajara styled room where we settled in for our Holiday Party.
The “Hydration” margaritas were popular with everyone. They are not overly sweet and have a more natural taste since they use coconut water and house-made lime sweet syrup. There are 50 varieties of tequila for aficionados. If you’d like something different ask for my personal creation with Grey Goose vodka. “Hydration” choices include the Skinny made with grapefruit juice, Cucumber Lavender using house-made lavender syrup and Thai margarita made with muddled kaffir lime leaves.
Table-side guacamole service is unique and one of the best you’ll find. Pedro mixed and prepared before us chilies, herbs and spices all tailored to our taste along with some fun commentary. There were big chunks of local avocado in the guacamole and it can be made with fresh crab meat if you chose. Three chili salsas were left for us to try and warm house made chips.
Menu standouts included crunchy Jicama tacos and well conceived lamb enchiladas. Chicken flautas were excellent too as were local fish Ahi tacos. Each healthy menu item was made with the best local ingredients. This is the best contemporary chic-Mexican food you’ll find here in the Pacific.
Churros and chocolate flan with a hint of chili ended a memorable evening. After a gift exchange we topped off the night with a plate of Mexican Wedding cookies and a walk around the fabulous Shops at Kukui`ula featuring art galleries, boutiques and clothing stores.
Details: Tortilla Republic’s Margarita Bar is open 11am to 9pm, Monday-Thursday and closes at 10pm on Friday and Saturday. Their Grill serves nightly from 5:30pm to 9pm, Monday-Thursday and until 10pm on Friday and Saturday. Closed on Sunday. For reservations check with our guest concierge or call 808-742-8884.
We invite you to share your best Kauai dining experiences with us. If you have had the pleasure of dining at Tortilla Republic, be sure to comment.
Not only is Maha`ulepu a great place for Kauai hiking, it’s also a heritage site revealing 5 million years of timeless Kauai history. This living museum and research area is the habitat for many notable plants and diverse wildlife including Hawaiian Monk Seals. It’s just a short walk or drive from many of our Poipu vacation rentals.
Watch endangered Humpback Whales. Visibility from the dunes at Maha`ulepu makes a perfect site for viewing. Humpbacks migrate back to the islands from Alaska from November through March. The warm, shallow waters around the Hawaiian Islands are one of the world’s premiere habitats for them and the only place in the U.S. where Humpbacks reproduce.
Honu or Green Sea Turtle can be seen along the Mahaulepu coastline surfacing for air. Named after its green-colored fat tissue which comes from the limu (algae) in their diet, the life span for the Honu is around 80 years. They can grow up to four feet in length and weigh up to 400 pounds.
Kolea or Pacific Golden Plover is a charming Kauai indigenous bird frequently seen at Maha`ulepu Beach. They are also found on front lawns, ballparks, parking lots and beaches. At night, they mostly roost on rooftops. Kolea are found on Kauai year-round except during the summer when they migrate for a two-day, 3,000 mile trip to Alaska. The amazing Kolea can fly for long periods at 50-60 miles per hour and will often live over 20 years. For those here on Kauai for prolonged visits will be treated with the Kolea’s striking change in plumage.
Hawaiian Monk Seal (Ilioholoikauaua) is everyone’s favorite sighting. Fewer than 1,500 Monk Seals exist today but fortunately it’s fairly common to see them basking in the sun at Maha`ulepu Beach. They rest on Kauai beaches after foraging for food in the ocean. Hawaii state law prohibits disturbing a Hawaiian Monk Seal or approaching them within 100 feet.
Look for Hinahina Kahakai Pua, an indigenous, succulent-like plant. It grows on rocky, sandy coastal island areas except for the islands of Lanai and Kaho`olawe. The fragrant flowers of the Hinahina range from white to a pale purple with a yellow center. It is used medicinally to treat weaknesses in the body, dry throat and asthma and various lung troubles.
Kiawe tree was planted as part of a reforestation program at the Makauwahi Sinkhole. This deciduous tree can grow up to 60 feet tall. The entire population of kiawe trees in Hawaii came from a single tree planted in Honolulu. Kiawe is used for fuel and charcoal and gives a flavor similar to mesquite when burned.
Maha`ulepu is a rich source of rare and impressive animal and plant life on Kauai. Because of everything which can be seen, learned and felt here, Maha`ulepu must be preserved. Today it continues to be a favorite discovery spot for locals and visitors alike.
Where to Start Your Hike: You can either drive to Maha`ulepu Beach, it’s at the end of the dirt road past the Grand Hyatt, or walk from Shipwreck Beach along the coastline to Maha`ulepu.
Anne looks forward to hearing your tips and questions in the comment section.
Poipu Makai has only 15 units so guests enjoy privacy and a relaxing place to vacation. It’s located within easy walking distance of Brennecke Beach. From your quiet end unit on the second floor the views are mesmerizing. You’re also close enough to to hear the sound of the surf from throughout your condo.
Not only is Maha`ulepu a great place for 
Kolea or Pacific Golden Plover is a charming Kauai indigenous bird frequently seen at Maha`ulepu Beach. They are also found on front lawns, ballparks, parking lots and beaches. At night, they mostly roost on rooftops. Kolea are found on Kauai year-round except during the summer when they migrate for a two-day, 3,000 mile trip to Alaska. The amazing Kolea can fly for long periods at 50-60 miles per hour and will often live over 20 years. For those here on Kauai for prolonged visits will be treated with the Kolea’s striking change in plumage.
