SCR Posted July 5, 2005 #1 Share Posted July 5, 2005 I must admit, I am not cruising to these islands but I received such great advice on these boards when I did cruise to Mexico that I thought I would throw out my questions. I am spending 4 days on the Big Island (Hawaii) and 4 days on Kauai in September. What recommendations do you have on what to see and who to "hook up" with? I haven't found any really good websites on these islands. As I said, I had the best time in Cozumel and Playa del Carmen because I got hooked up with a local tour guide and experienced things I would not have experienced if I went with a big outfit or through the cruise. Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawaiian Eye Posted July 6, 2005 #2 Share Posted July 6, 2005 Go to Amazon.com and look for the Ultimate Kauai Handbook (Kauai Revealed) and the Ultimate Hawaii the Big Island Revealed books. Get an idea of what's available and then decide what you want to do and then come back here if you need help. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spleen93 Posted July 6, 2005 #3 Share Posted July 6, 2005 And currently on Amazon, you can buy both together for around $20. :) Spleen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCR Posted July 7, 2005 Author #4 Share Posted July 7, 2005 Thanks! I will do that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KauaiKris Posted July 7, 2005 #5 Share Posted July 7, 2005 I agree that the Ultimate Guide Books are an excellent resource. For information on Kauai, you can also look at my site. (http://kauaikris.com) I'm not a travel agent or anything, I just love Kauai and have a website with information on it. Lots of people have told me they found it helpful. Having a local resource, like posters Hawaiian Eye & Speen, can really be invaluable, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KruzinAl Posted July 7, 2005 #6 Share Posted July 7, 2005 Been to both Islands a few times, also think these are the best islands. On the Big Island Hawaii Volcanoes Nat Park is a must, walking on ground that is younger than you is amazing, driving over to the lava flow, walking up to it and seeing it ooze out, is incredible. Some people stay up all night, watching the light show. Hilo is usually fairly wet, Macadamia nut factory tour is fun. We did some hikes on the north shore to black sand beaches is neat. Try out the beaches on the west side, they are fantastic and seeing a sunset there is fun. On Kauai, the Kalalau lookout and Waimea State park are great, if you are adventurous driving to Princeville then taking the Kalalau trail part way or the 11 km is one of the best hikes in the world. It is steep and can be muddy. THe books suggested are the best, I have them and anyone going to H should get them. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCR Posted July 8, 2005 Author #7 Share Posted July 8, 2005 You guys rock! I have reserved the books from the library. I did see that 11 mile hike on a website and talked to DH about it. I love to walk (marathon walker) but my husband is not so sure he wants to do the hike. I have to convince him. :) Kris, I am going to hit your website today. Thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawaiian Eye Posted July 8, 2005 #8 Share Posted July 8, 2005 KauaiKris, that's a might nice website you have. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KauaiKris Posted July 9, 2005 #9 Share Posted July 9, 2005 KauaiKris, that's a might nice website you have. ;) Thanks! :) I hope people find it helpful. I've been lucky enough to visit Kauai several times and it's kind of become a passion for me. There's so much beauty there, I hate for anyone to go and miss any of it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safein Posted July 10, 2005 #10 Share Posted July 10, 2005 On Kauai, definitely head to Waimea Canyon and book a helicopter tour to the Napalli coast. A must see! Anita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapnCat Posted July 18, 2005 #11 Share Posted July 18, 2005 :) Everything was so attractively arranged and easy to read -- and those gorgeous photographs! Especially that exquisite shot of the "Breathtaking Sunset looking over Hanalei Bay from Princeville Hotel - May 2003". Wow! It was superb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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