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Leeners
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Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Ahh, in less than three weeks (18 days to be exact  ) DH and I fly out to Hawaii  
Anyway, we're going to Big Island and Kauai. I've got quite a list going for each but figured it couldn't hurt to post and ask if anyone has any must see's or must do's for either island.
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metsgirlie
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
No suggestions since I've never been but I wanted to say Have Fun! I am super jealous!!!
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LulaBell
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Big Island - Volcanoes National Park
Kuaui - We did a helicopter tour which was awesome! Not sure if you're into that though?
Hope you have a great time!
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| Posted 3/14/07 5:17 PM |
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Leeners
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Posted by MrsMadness
Kuaui - We did a helicopter tour which was awesome! Not sure if you're into that though?
We WERE until a freaking helicopter had to go and crash in Kauai a few days ago  I know the likelihood of it happening again right away isn't great but since that crash happened in March, which is THE worst month of the year for my family for some ungodly reason (heck, you know  ) and it's so close to when we're going, I'm being a big fat baby and told Brett no way 
And those volcanoes are one of the reasons I want to go to Hawaii at all I'll def be there! TY
ETS: Hey! I just realized we swapped honeymoons for our 2nd anniversaries You're going on the Med. cruise soon right? Too funny!
Edited AGAIN to say: Hey! That's my wedding 
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LulaBell
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
I know, and actually the man was from Valley Stream (son went to school with Keryn), what a horrible story. Chris said he will NEVER go on a helicopter again.
And yes, we are switching and I can't wait! You will adore Hawaii. Can you believe it's been 2 years?
I probably should have FM'd this lol!
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june262004
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
We went to Kaui. I would totally be freaked out about going on the helicopter. I freaking out on the way there but once we got up in the air it was AMAZING! One of the best things we did. I know what just happened is scary but seriously you should go  You will NOT regret it!
We also went snorkeling! We drove up Waimae (spelling).
Where are you staying?
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bikramaddict
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Kauai is AMAZING!!!!!!!!! I'm so jealous!!!! There's a saimen noodle shop that the locals go to -- can't remember the name, but it's not far from the Hyatt. It's a total dive but SO good!!!!
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dandj
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Definitely take some kind of tour of the Napali coast (in Kauai)...we did it by helicopter, but I know they've been having some trouble with that lately. They also have boat tours and DH did one that took you into caves and onto beaches only accessible by boat.
Otherwise, Kauai is very relaxing. There is hiking if you are into that...
You'll love it there!!
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Leeners
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Posted by MrsMadness
I know, and actually the man was from Valley Stream (son went to school with Keryn), what a horrible story. Chris said he will NEVER go on a helicopter again.
And yes, we are switching and I can't wait! You will adore Hawaii. Can you believe it's been 2 years?
I probably should have FM'd this lol!
I was thinking the same thing about FM!
That's horrible, I had no idea that they were from VS
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Leeners
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Thank you all for your suggestions!
I think since we nixed the helicopter tour we're going to do a catamaran tour for Na'pali Coast.
Thank you for the suggestion of the noodle shop - we're totally looking for local food places, esp Asian food.
17 days now
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Chica
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Posted by Leeners
Thank you all for your suggestions!
I think since we nixed the helicopter tour we're going to do a catamaran tour for Na'pali Coast.
Thank you for the suggestion of the noodle shop - we're totally looking for local food places, esp Asian food.
17 days now
I would actually suggest taking the Zodiac boat tour of the Na'apali Coast (you're less likely to get seasick and you can go in and out of sea caves). We went with Cap't Andy's company. Great time!
Also on Kauai, make sure to:
- visit Hanalei Bay and take a surf lesson;
- eat one special meal at Roy's (in Poipu) - order the chocolate souffle
On the Big Island, go the the four Seasons hotel one day for brunch and get a couples massage while you're there. So worth it!
Have a wonderful trip!
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spooks
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Kuaui is just beautiful and relaxing - we rented bikes for a nice day out.
The Beach House restaurant is pretty good and right on the beach - you can eat there and watch the sunset.
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tiki03
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Princeville Resort in Kauai has the best brunch with an amazing view. You have to get there early if you want to sit outside.
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jewels
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
don't miss the napali coast in kauai. we did it by boat. it was a sunset snorkling dinner cruise. not a great spot for snorkling - kinda rough and merky. but amazing views and the sunset was wonderful. definitely recommend it. lemme see if i can find a pic.
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jodi714
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Definitely go to dinner at the Beachouse in Kauai...great food and beautiful view. We made reservations before we left so that we could be guaranteed a good table with a view of the sunset!
I am soooooooooooooooooo jealous! Have an amazing trip!
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Posted by sjm71505
Definitely go to dinner at the Beachouse in Kauai...great food and beautiful view. We made reservations before we left so that we could be guaranteed a good table with a view of the sunset!
I am soooooooooooooooooo jealous! Have an amazing trip!
I second the Beach House. Its on Poipu Rd in Poipu if I remember correctly. You will see the most incredible views from there. Food is very good too!
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SuzyQ
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Posted by tiki03
Princeville Resort in Kauai has the best brunch with an amazing view. You have to get there early if you want to sit outside.
We stayed at the Princeville - brunch was excellent. Also make your reservation for Beach House ahead (as others have said) We tried when we got there and couldn't get anything.
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NoStressMom
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Posted by tiki03
Princeville Resort in Kauai has the best brunch with an amazing view. You have to get there early if you want to sit outside.
That is were we stayed for our honeymoon!! It was beautiful! Go there for the Lua they have the best!!
Also don't even do the helicopter tour waste of money and the one that crashed is the one that my husband and I did! Not only that when we were there for our honeymoon the day before we were going up another one crashed and died!! We were so scared!!! save the money and go and do something else!!
Yes beach house down by Poipu Beach
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MrsPowers
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
We are leaving in 15 days for Oahu, The Big Island and Maui (our delayed honeymoon)!
Sounds like we will be there at the same time!
Have fun!
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jewels
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
The Beach House is amazing but definitely make reservations. Sunset is great to watch from there and it's fun to watch the surfers right there on the beach.
I'd also recommend Wailua Falls (they're the ones seen in the intro to Fantasy Island). Here's another pic. This is making me very nostalgic and envious :) I want to go back. Image Attachment(s):
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mrswask
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Totally can't remember the name of the restaurant, but there is a Japanese restaurant along the main north/south road from Poipu Beach that it to DIE for! The guys who worked at our hotel told us about it - the sushi was amazing and it was cheap! I know it's in Lihue and it's on the right side of the road driving north - sorry
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peabody
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
Posted by MrsSupermarket
Posted by sjm71505
Definitely go to dinner at the Beachouse in Kauai...great food and beautiful view. We made reservations before we left so that we could be guaranteed a good table with a view of the sunset!
I am soooooooooooooooooo jealous! Have an amazing trip!
I second the Beach House. Its on Poipu Rd in Poipu if I remember correctly. You will see the most incredible views from there. Food is very good too!
I third this!!! I am so jealous!!!
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AlohaMa
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
You can do a zodiac tour of the Napali Coast in Kauai - it's a spectacular experience being on the water and seeing the unbelieveable landscape. Have a fantastic time!
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julz33
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
I copied and pasted this from another thread:
I Looooooved Kauai!
We rented a car... we stayed near Poipu beach. We spent one day driving to the Na Pali coast (and stopping at everything that looked cool on the way, caves, beaches, etc.), then we went hiking there and went to the beach/snorkeling there. Another day we drove the oppositte direcrtion and went to weimea canyon and then found the secluded Private beaches near the other side of the Na Pali coast & barking sands beach. We also did the helicopter tour and a Kayak/Rainforest tour which was awesome! We kayaked down a river and went for a hike in the rainforest, we saw the waterfalls from Indiana Jones and did a rope swing/jump, and we saw the fields from Jurassic Park. But we got tons (I mean like 60 each) mosquito bites.
There are some pics on the orig. thread
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burberrygirl
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Re: Leaving for Big Island and Kauai in Two Weeks - Anyone have Must See's / Do's??
have fun.
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