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Kauai's lush valleys, dramatic Na Pali cliffs, and pristine beaches make it Hawaii's most naturally stunning island. Adventure and serenity in equal measure.

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Art Walk at Kukui'ula Lights Up Poipu This Weekend

Art Walk at Kukui'ula Lights Up Poipu This Weekend The south shore's finest evening event returns this Saturday. The Art Walk at Shops at Kukui'ula...

Apr 10, 2026 · Cora Blackwell
entertainment

Katchafire and Anuhea Headline Kauai's Spring Music Lineup

Katchafire and Anuhea Headline Kauai's Spring Music Lineup Kauai doesn't host many arena shows — there's no arena. What it has instead is an intima...

Apr 10, 2026 · Cora Blackwell

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neighborhoods

Hanapepe on Friday Night

Hanapepe on Friday Night Four blocks of wooden-front buildings painted in colors that would get you reported to an HOA on the mainland — red, turqu...

Apr 13, 2026 · Cora Blackwell
tips

Off the Radar: Kauai Spots Only Locals Know

Every city has its well-known attractions, but the real magic of Kauai lies in the places and experiences that don't make it into the guidebooks. A...

Apr 13, 2026 · Cora Blackwell
outdoors

The First Two Miles of the Kalalau Trail

The First Two Miles of the Kalalau Trail The full Kalalau is 11 miles along the Na Pali Coast, requires a permit and a real plan. But the first two...

Apr 13, 2026 · Cora Blackwell
culture

Fort Elizabeth and the Strangest Chapter in Hawaiian History

Fort Elizabeth and the Strangest Chapter in Hawaiian History On Kauai's southwest coast where the Waimea River meets the Pacific, there's a star-sh...

Apr 12, 2026 · Cora Blackwell
events

Upcoming Events in Kauai

Here are the top events and happenings in Kauai, Hawaii for the upcoming season. From annual festivals to sports, concerts, and cultural celebratio...

Apr 12, 2026 · Cora Blackwell
nightlife

Tahiti Nui: Slack Key and Strong Mai Tais

Tahiti Nui: Slack Key and Strong Mai Tais Tahiti Nui on Kuhio Highway in Hanalei. Kauai's most famous bar — not because it's fancy (it emphatically...

Apr 12, 2026 · Cora Blackwell
daytrip

Waimea Canyon: The Grand Canyon of the Pacific

Waimea Canyon: The Grand Canyon of the Pacific A nickname Mark Twain probably didn't give it but everyone credits him anyway. A 14-mile gash in Kau...

Apr 11, 2026 · Cora Blackwell
dining

Kauai Dining Guide: Where the Locals Eat

Kauai, Hawaii has a dining scene that reflects the soul of the city. From beloved institutions to exciting new arrivals, here are six restaurants y...

Apr 11, 2026 · Cora Blackwell
history

Sugar Built Kauai and Sugar Left Kauai

Sugar Built Kauai and Sugar Left Kauai For over a century sugar was Kauai — the industry that shaped the landscape, imported the labor, built the t...

Apr 11, 2026 · Cora Blackwell
tips

Top 10 Things To Do in Kauai

Whether you're visiting Kauai, Hawaii for the first time or looking for something new to do this weekend, here are our picks for the ten best exper...

Apr 10, 2026 · Cora Blackwell
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Welcome to kauai.chat

Welcome to kauai.chat — your go-to local guide for everything happening in Kauai, Hawaii! Whether you're a lifelong resident, a recent transplant, ...

Apr 9, 2026 · Cora Blackwell
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