The Hawaiian Islands are one of the most beautiful places on earth. With its sweeping jade rainforests and shining golden beaches, Hawaii has aptly earned its nickname of Paradise. It was this pristine, unspoiled vision that greeted the first Polynesians as they arrived on Hawaii’s shores over 500 years ago. Although made up of several dozen islands, the Hawaiian Islands are defined by the eight major islands of Oahu, Kauai, Maui, Hawaii, Molokai, Lanai, Niihau and Kahoolawe. While each island rests in relative close proximity of one another, they have their own qualities and characteristics, making each one unique and special.

Kauai is Hawaii’s fourth largest island and is sometimes called the “Garden Island,” which is an entirely accurate description. Occupying 552 square miles, Kauai is circular in shape with lush, mountainous regions in its center and beaches covering almost half its shoreline. The oldest and northernmost island in the Hawaiian chain is draped in emerald valleys, sharp mountain spires and jagged cliffs aged by time and the elements. Kauai’s age makes it one of the most scenic islands in Hawaii and centuries of growth have formed tropical rain forests, forking rivers and cascading waterfalls!

The average daytime temperature in Hawaii is 81 degrees F (29.4 C) and the average low is 70 degrees F. For travel to Hawaii, casual and lightweight clothing is recommended. Comfortable casual wear such as shorts, sandals, walking shoes, flip-flops, bathing suits and cover-ups is the usual daytime attire and appropriate for recreation and sightseeing activities.

E komo mai, explore to your heart’s content. Everyone is welcome.