Visiting Kauai Hawaii? Here's Activities, Advice and Money-Saving Tips

There aren’t many places on planet earth that are as wild, magical, or resplendent as Kauai Hawaii. Nicknamed the Garden Isle for its verdant landscapes, its natural beauty defies belief.

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Think Lost World meets Garden of Eden with a small smattering of resorts, restaurants, and shops.

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Kauai’s about the simple life. The good life. The get-back-to-basics-and-let-the-stress-subside life. Go to unwind, explore, and revel in the wonders of Mother Nature.

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In this guide to visiting Kauai Hawaii, we’ll give you all the insights you need to make the most of your time there, plus money saving ideas.

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When to Visit Kauai Hawaii? Shoulder Season - March to May or September to October/mid-November to avoid crowds, peak prices and rain.

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Is There Enough to Do? Kauai’s saturated with bucket-list activities and attractions, despite rumors that’s there not enough to do here to fill a week! As clichéd as it sounds, there truly is something for everyone

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Most Activities are Free Yes, there are pricey helicopter rides and tours, But, Kauai is full of hiking, cascading waterfalls and beaches.

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Can You Afford It? Get all my tips securing free or cheap flights as well as where too book top resorts for 25 to 50% off!

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