Kauai

Island · Kauai County

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Black Pot Beach

Beach · Kauai County

Black Pot Beach offers stunning ocean views, sandy shores perfect for family swimming, and great spots for gentle surf and kayaking, all in a picturesque setting.

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Nā Pali Coast State Wilderness Park

State park · Kauai County

The Na Pali Coast dazzles with its towering emerald cliffs, enchanting waterfalls, and lush tropical scenery, perfect for hiking and breathtaking boat tours.

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Hanakapiai Falls

Waterfall · Kauai County

Hike through stunning views and challenging terrain to discover a breathtaking 91-meter waterfall, perfect for a refreshing swim after your adventure.

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Hanalei Bay

Bay · Kauai County

The north shore's largest bay featuring a long, scenic beach with dramatic views of the mountains.

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Wailua Falls

Waterfall · Kauai County

Wailua Falls is a stunning double waterfall boasting beautiful rainbows, easily viewed from a nearby parking lot amidst lush, wild scenery.

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Waimea Canyon State Park

State park · Kauai County

Waimea Canyon, dubbed the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific," is a breathtaking mountain-top marvel offering sweeping views, lush greenery, and winding roads that make for an unforgettable journey.

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The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas

Hotel · Kauai County

Polished villas in an upscale cliff-top resort with multiple pools, relaxed dining & a spa. On a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this upscale resort is 1.8 miles from the Queen's Bath tide pool and 4 miles from Hanalei Bay. Plush, island-style studios and 1- to 2-bedroom villas come with balconies, kitchenettes and whirlpool tubs. All offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, DVD players and Bose sound systems. Some include dining areas. There's a relaxed restaurant, a poolside bar and a grocery store. Other amenities include 4 outdoor pools (1 multi-level; 1 for kids; 2 plunge) and 3 hot tubs, plus a gym, exercise classes and jogging routes. A spa offers treatments in-villa or at an outdoor pavilion. Parking is available for a fee.

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Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay

Hotel · Kauai County

Stylish beachfront hotel offering a restaurant & 2 pools, plus loaner bikes & a gym. Adjacent to Lydgate Beach Park on the Pacific Ocean, this chic beachfront resort is 3 miles from Fern Grotto and 8 miles from Wailua Falls. The stylish rooms with warm wood furnishings have free Wi-Fi and flat-screens, as well as minifridges, microwaves and Keurig coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add ocean views. Some come with terraces. Suites and cottages add separate living areas with pull-out sofas. Limited room service is provided. There’s a casual restaurant with ocean views, plus a bar and a 24-hour market. Other amenities include 2 outdoor pools and a hot tub, along with a gym and loaner bikes. Parking is complimentary. Breakfast is extra.

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McBryde & Allerton Garden, National Tropical Botanical Garden

Botanical garden · Kauai County

Explore the stunning McBryde and Allerton Gardens, where guided tours unveil vibrant blooms, lush landscapes, and fascinating stories amid tropical beauty.

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Ha'ena State Park

State park · Kauai County

Explore this stunning 230-acre park on Kauai with breathtaking views, beach access, and epic hiking trails along the picturesque Na Pali coast.

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