| There is no better place to relax and unwind. Although | | | | beginnings as the son of missionary teachers, George |
| I had mixed feelings about visiting this place myself, I | | | | Norton built a successful plantation. Grove Farm is no |
| would surely dare to say that it was an amazing visit | | | | longer in the sugar business. In fact, due to the low |
| that I would never forget. Kauai promises fun filled | | | | price of sugar worldwide, sugar production has been |
| activities for the entire family. Although the entire island | | | | declining throughout the State for years. Now, as |
| is so huge and there are so many activities and places | | | | diversified agriculture replaces sugar, Grove Farm |
| worth visiting, a drive around the island is a must. | | | | leases its land to over 100 tenants raising a variety of |
| Roughly circular in shape, Kauai is 550 square miles in | | | | crops and animals. Cycle through these lands!that |
| area and 32 miles in diameter. With little public | | | | were once owned by Princess Ruth the sister of King |
| transportation, rental cars are recommended, but | | | | Kalakaua, you can enjoy the scenic mountain views |
| getting around on Kauai is easy. Kauai's roads almost | | | | and many places seldom seen by locals or visitors. |
| encircle the entire coastline only to stop at the | | | | The view when passing through Kauai's only |
| formidable Na Pali Coast where building roads would | | | | sugarcane tunnel, which separates the east side of the |
| be impossible. The breathtaking steep green cliffs of | | | | island from the south shore, is breathtaking. Identify |
| Na Pali provide a natural barrier, limiting access to one | | | | native plants, birds and trees along the way. As well as |
| of the world's most awe-inspiring and primeval places | | | | having a fun ride in a beautiful place you'll learn about |
| to those walking, on helicopter or traveling via boat. | | | | what makes Kauai special! |
| From mopeds to Harleys, VW convertibles to motor | | | | You can hop on an All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and go |
| homes, you could rent all kinds of vehicles on the island. | | | | places more spectacular than you can ever imagine. |
| The best means to explore the island would of course | | | | Organized tours lasting up to three and a half hour |
| be in a grand luxurious Winnebago which is a | | | | adventure takes you deep into Kauai's interior to the |
| recreational vehicle that comes complete with sleeping | | | | base of Mount Wai'ale'ale. |
| accommodations, kitchenette, bathroom, awnings, | | | | Your journey begins with a familiarization and safety |
| generator - all the comforts to make a adventurer's | | | | briefing, before you get acquainted with your vehicle |
| vacation come true. The Winnebago is excellent for all | | | | and head out to the backcountry. Your guide will lead |
| travelers needs as it has the comforts of a luxurious 5 | | | | you through miles of old cane lands, tropical forests, |
| star hotel minus the swimming pool and room service. | | | | and jungles rich with magnificent scenery. |
| Instead of paying for accommodation and transport, | | | | Another adventure is the exhilarating Zipline, where you |
| hire a motor home in Kauai and cruise the island on a | | | | wear a harness that attaches to a cable and allows |
| luxurious 30 footer mobile hotel room. Park anywhere | | | | you to 'zip' across above the valley and forest below. |
| along the islands beautiful coastline and enjoy | | | | Here are some facts about Hawaii from the Kauai |
| breakfast, lunch and dinner on Kauai's spectacular | | | | visitor information website. |
| beaches. With an RV, the possibilities are limitless. | | | | - Kauai, Hawaii has more sandy beaches than most |
| Enjoy the carefree lifestyle for which Kauai is famous | | | | other Hawaiian islands, plus nearly 45% of its coastline |
| for! For the adventurous yuppie, why not grab a | | | | is virtually deserted. It's a safe bet you will find your |
| backpack and some camping gear, and spend the | | | | perfect and "private" beach for snorkeling or sunning. |
| next week touring the majestic roads of Kauai on the | | | | - Kauai is home to three of the top ten rated golf |
| back of a Harley. The island of Kauai has many | | | | courses in Hawaii. Kauai has more great golf courses |
| motorbike rental companies. Cost range from $50-120 | | | | than you could possibly find time to play in a week, |
| a day, depending on the model of bike and duration of | | | | maybe two. |
| rental. But lose the leather jacket because if the bike | | | | - Kauai has huge areas of tropical forest, deserted |
| doesn't kill you, the humidity surely will! | | | | coast and lush mountains suitable for hiking, including |
| If you think you don't have the stamina of Forest | | | | the awe-inspiring Na Pali Coast and Waimea Canyon |
| Gump, but can manage riding a bike around the island, | | | | -- known as the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific." All of |
| many places on Kauai will rent you a pushbike. You | | | | these areas have easily accessible hiking trails. |
| can cruise through Koke'e State Park and Waimea | | | | - Kauai's bountiful coral reefs are teeming with |
| Canyon State Park. Ride from the rim of the famed | | | | multitudes of colorful fish. It is easy and delightful to |
| Waimea Canyon (el. 3600') down 12 miles of smooth | | | | snorkel the clear warm waters of Kauai's lagoons. |
| winding blacktop all the way to the shore of the blue | | | | - Kauai is home to numerous rare bird and plant |
| Pacific. It's 100% downhill, and 100% fun! Cycle through | | | | species, which exist nowhere else in the world. Kauai is |
| the legendary estate of Grove Farm Sugar Plantation, | | | | also home to a seabird sanctuary and two locations of |
| a former 22,000-acre sugar plantation. George Norton | | | | the awe-inspiring and educational. |
| Wilcox started Grove Farm in the 1860's. From humble | | | | |