Lifestyle

Oct. 4, 2013

kauai’s Best Beaches – East Side

Kauai's East Shore beaches are some of the most easily accessible beaches on the island. The condominiums, vacation rentals, hotels and residents in Kapaa, Wailua and Waipouli make these beaches very popular. These beaches tend to be a little bit windy and sometimes rough since they are subject to onshore …

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Sept. 25, 2013

Kauai’s Best Beaches – North Shore

Some of the most beautiful beaches in Hawaii can be found on Kauai's North Shore. During the winter months (November to April), swells and currents on the North Shore can increase, so be careful and heed warning signs when doing water activities. It is suggested that for your safety you …

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Sept. 19, 2013

Hiking Kauai's Kalalau Trail

If you are visiting or live on Kauai and are a hiking or outdoor enthusiast, hiking the Kalalau Trail is suggested. The trail begins in Haena at Ke'e Beach (the end of the road on the North side of the island), and is a world-renowned trail offering some of Kauai’s …

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Sept. 9, 2013

First Saturday of the Month at Old Town Kapaa

The small quaint beach front town of Old Kapaa goes all out the first Saturday of every month for it's Art Walk. The main street is lined with vendors selling Kauai made arts and crafts. Come enjoy some of Kauai's best musicians and bands who come out and play live …

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Sept. 5, 2013

Reside Kauai Contributes to Habitat for Humanity

kauai habitat for humanity

Kauai Habitat for Humanity
is a local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International.

In August, Reside Kauai contributed $1,000 toward Habitat for Humanity's latest project, a home in Ele‘ele Iluna subdivision. The donation will go toward crititcal needs such as building materials, construction supervision and contractors such …

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Aug. 21, 2013

Reside Kauai Adopt-A-Highway

What is Adopt-A-Highway?

Adopt-A-Highway is a public service program for volunteers to pick up litter along Hawaii's State highways. It's a way for environmentally conscious citizens to make a contribution to a cleaner State. In addition to a cleaner roadside, participants help to prevent pollutants from entering our storm …

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Aug. 13, 2013

Kauai Sand Castle Contest on Hanalei Bay

This past weekend the 2013 Hawaii Sand Festival and Contest was held in Hanalei Bay. Artists brought shovels, pails, tools, molds, and sprayers to construct their sand creations. Sand was moved, sculpted and engraved to create everything from castles, smoking volcanoes to mermaids and magic dragons. There were many levels …

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Sept. 19, 2012

Bringing a Pet to Hawaii?

When I moved to Hawaii in the 90’s the quarantine period for a dog was 6 months, which seemed like a lifetime for the owner and the pet. A friend of mine who moved here then with his dog shipped the pet ahead of time and paid an angel …

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Aug. 25, 2012

Hanalei Bridge 100 Year Anniversary

The Hawaii State and County dignitaries as well as local activists gathered recently to celebrate the 100 year Anniversary of the historic Hanalei bridge. This was a touching ceremony with many stories shared about the efforts and dedication of a few North Shore women who persisted in opposing …

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Aug. 21, 2012

Big Island Motorcycle Trip

We just got back from the Big Island where we rode motorcycles around the whole island with a group of 20 friends over the course of four days covering about 700 miles. It is big, diverse and beautiful we experienced everything from a clear sunny day up at Volcano …

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