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Maha`ulepu – South Shore Kauai Hidden Treasure

As the last accessible, undeveloped coastline on the south shore of Kauai, Maha`ulepu still remains a quiet and unique refuge. Kauai residents and their families c […]

Kalo Loí – Hawaiian Taro Fields of Hanalei Kauai

The Hawaiian taro fields (kalo lo’i) of Hanalei are one the main sources of cultivation for Hawaii’s favorite starch, the taro (kalo) root. This respected plant ca […]

Bird Watching On Kauai

The island of Kauai is home to a wide variety of endemic (natural to a specific place), indigenous (native to a particular region including Kauai), migratory, and […]

Kokee State Park – A Kauai Treasure

Just an hour from Poipu on the South Shore of Kauai is museum, a lodge serving delicious Koke’e chili and cornbread, and rustic cabins for rent. The park is just n […]

Where are the Coconuts at this Poipu Resort?

That is a question that The Parrish Collection office at Nihi Kai Villas is asked daily. If you have ever been around a coconut tree when a coconut falls off the t […]

Outrigger Paddling 101

Outrigger canoe paddling began in the Pacific Rim region about 30,000 years ago, with canoes playing an integral role in the ultimate survival and transmigration o […]

Kauai Beaches

A rainbow over the golden sands and blue waters of Poipu Beach, ranked the #3 beach in America by Dr. Beach

Poipu Beach Ranked #3 Best in America by Dr. Beach for 2025

Waipouli Beach Has Two Locations in Kapaa

Fuji Beach in Kapaa is Keiki Friendly

Kapaa Beach Park

Kapaa Beach Offers Family Fun At Eastside Kauai Beaches

Naue Beach

Naue is a Hidden Find Among Kauai Beaches

Rock Quarry Beach

Rock Quarry Stands Out Among Secluded Kilauea Kauai Beaches

Kauai Adventures

North Shore Beaches