Our Wedding in Kauai

The oldest of the main islands of the Hawaiian chain, Kauai is known as the "Garden Island" for the lush foliage that covers its time-worn volcanic mountains. It is the island that Hollywood seeks when the script calls for paradise, and it has hosted a long list of movies, including South Pacific, Jurassic Park, and Blue Hawaii.

Kauai can boast of a wide range of natural wonders, from the breathtaking Waimea Canyon, a.k.a. the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific," to the sheer cliffs of the Na Pali coast. Perhaps the greatest testament to its splendor is that Kauai is where the native Hawaiians go to enjoy the scenery!

Climate in Kauai

If you want to make an islander laugh, ask them for the day's forecast - it rarely changes from day-to-day. The highs are typically in the low 80's and the lows in the mid 60's. On the North Shore, you can expect a short, daily shower that keeps the mountains green, fills the waterfalls, and leaves the sky full of rainbows. The South Shore is drier and is the place to go for an uninterrupted, sunny day on the beach.

What to do on Kauai

Snorkeling, Snuba, Scuba diving
Beaches
Camping and hiking
Surfing
Windsurfing
Water-skiing
Kayaking
Fishing and hunting
Ocean tours
River cruises (Wailua River is the only navigable river in all of Hawaii)
Zip line tours
Golf
Tennis
Horseback riding
Bicycling
Land tours
Helicopter tours

Check out TripAdvisor or About.com for more information about what to do on Kauai!

Also, please let us know if you are interested in joining us for an overnight hiking/camping trip up the breathtaking Na Pali Coast along the Kalalau Trail!! We need to obtain camping permits in advance. For those who aren't into camping, a shorter version of the hike can be done in a day.