Kauai Hawaii is also known as the Garden Isle, is the fourth largest of the main islands of Hawaii. Legend says that is named after Hawai'iloa's favorite son. Geologically is the oldest of the Islands of Hawaii and is the site of the Waimea Canyon State Park, a popular natural attraction. It lies 15 miles across the Kauai Channel, northwest of Oahu. The population of the island is nearly around 65,689.
The Kahuai weather is, as the other islands of Hawaii, consisting of two seasons, summer and the rainy season. The flora and fauna of the island embellishes the landscape and makes this island a complete spectacle. So it is no surprise that the main industry of the Island is tourism.
I you are planning a vacation in Kauai, rest assured that a great time is guaranteed. The Lihue Airport is the aviation gateway for flights to Kauai. The airport and the airlines have direct routes to Honolulu, Kahului/Maui, The United States mainland and Vancouver, Canada.
Once in the Island, there are several hotels in Kauai with different accommodations for your needs. You will be able to find anything from economical Bed and Breakfast to Fancy Resorts in Kauai. Here you will find a bit of everything for everybody. Surfing is one of the main activities that visitors can enjoy, in the world famous beaches of the island.
The main attraction of the island, and of the hawaiian islands, is the Waimea Canyon, called the Grand Canyon of the Pacific. It encompasses 1,866 acres and is a popular tourist location. It provides a wilderness area with numerous hiking trails. From the highest points of the Canyon you can see clearly the island of Niihau clearly.
Like Maui, the island is also universally regarded as a romantic destination, popular for newlyweds on their honeymoons and couples seeking vacations alone. Also is a popular custom to celebrate their wedding in Kauai.
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