Oahu's North Shore is known for its treacherous waves

Surf spots on Oahu offer intriguing names that make you want to check out the scene, food trucks nearby and enough action to entice you to learn. Undoubtedly, the North Shore is the where the island’s visiting and local surfers dominate with captivating feats; however, throughout Oahu’s nearly 100 places to surf, all skill levels will find opportunities to learn, practice and excel. Alongside some of the world’s best surf spots, Oahu is known for numerous local food eateries, staggering natural beauty and several amenities among the beaches.

Oahu’s past is still present in its surf spots, which give travelers additional reason to visit, plus bragging rights of surfing where legends once played. Wave quality, tide position, type of reef and beach amenities vary but are important to know beforehand so you can plan your day itineraries. The right gear, a lesson or two if necessary, weather updates and a good-natured attitude will all secure a fulfilling and enjoyable experience as surfing is a water sport that takes patience, stamina and enthusiasm. If you have others traveling with you and spending time with you, look for beaches with great surf spots and picnic areas, shady spots, shower and restroom facilities, concessions and shallow wading areas for young ones. Additionally, avid surfers will want to plan staying in a vacation rental that is located within a cluster of surf spots so that each day is thrilling.

Pipeline is where travelers throughout the world visit to see and surf. Surfers excelling at their sport, preparing for thrilling competition and possibly even talking with aspiring surfers are reasons to visit. The reef surf break and Banzai Beach are features for which Pipeline is known. Sometimes called Pipe, it’s a challenging flat reef with caverns and hollow tubes. When the sand on the reef, the swells and the giant waves at each reef are grander and more powerful at each momentous turn.

Pipeline offers surfers hallow tubes over a shallow challenging reef

Pipeline Blue Wave House
This vacation rental is aptly named for proximity to the famed Pipeline. Extraordinary surfing, sounds of the beach and sights nearby make this vacation rental home a top choice among couples and families alike. Expansive windows, views of both mountain and sea landscapes and a relaxed vibe create the perfect visit for travelers seeking an exceptional home near some of the world’s best surf spots.

Tropical Beachfront with Studio
A beachfront home ideal for twelve guests or less. Spacious living and sleeping areas, six bathrooms, jetted tub in the bath and excellent entertainment at this vacation rental make staying indoors blissful, even with several guests. Beyond the semi-enclosed deck, a world of nature awaits so enjoy a hearty breakfast and head for the beach, just steps away. Plenty of water sports, including surfing, kayaking and more, plus golf, tennis and other outdoor activities are accessible here. Make your stay an adventure with surfing at nearby Pipeline. Challenging experiences surfing among the best at Pipeline make this home a haven after a strenuous and satisfying day of sun and surf.

Leftovers is known for multiple waves, from three to six foot, with a sloping left, including an inside shallow area, a reef ledge known as Nobu’s left. Check out the sea urchins inside the reef at low tide and plan to paddle out for a bit and enjoy days when the swells bring waves greater than seven feet. Nearby are Chuns and Alligator Rock.

Aqua Henalu with studio 
This vacation rental home offers five bedrooms, plentiful living areas, ocean views, great proximity to Haleiwa and its own sea turtle that nests nearby. Glorious afternoons await, seaside with cocktails or a tasty plate lunch followed by a shave ice with nothing better to do than watch experienced surfers at Leftovers riding hollow, powerful waves.

North Shore Hawaiian Dream Estate
A beach pad for surfers who like a little spoiling. The ocean and mountain views, the elaborately authentic beach hut look and the beach just under a minute walk away make this a royal vacation rental for anyone seeking a dream stay on the North Shore. An extended family of 10 or a group of avid surfers will find this an ideal stay for lots of surfing at Leftovers and other acclaimed surf spots on the North Shore.

Waimea Bay is calm during the summer and comes alive with huge waves during the winter

Waimea Bay is multiple surf spots, so a stay in this area guarantees powerful waves ranging from three to sixteen feet. It’s a right, point break that is a favorite among the pros, both local and global. Easy to find, the big waves are best with big boards and paddling is enough to tire the newer paddler. Watch the legends and participate if you’re interesting in a daring and exhilarating experience.

Waimea Point
Located within walking distance to multiple beaches, this is a classic beach house, with casual lifestyle in upscale living. Nearby Ted’s Bakery and all the conveniences nearby make it more appealing. Waimea Bay offers varying waves, from mountains of water to the Waimea Shorebreak, which is massive. Luxurious amenities include a gourmet kitchen, open beam ceilings and a flat-screen television.

Waimea Cottage
Surrounded by lush garden serenity and seclusion. It’s a cozy cove for families and in a location ideal for short walks to whatever you need—groceries, beach trips, coffee shops and away from congestion. Waimea, Three Tables Beach and other North Shore beaches are all nearby, making Waimea Cottage the place for surfing enthusiasts. Take lessons or watch the pros at play.

For more places to stay on your Oahu vacation, check out our selection of Oahu vacation rentals.

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Maui’s reef breaks offer an adventure for every surfer

Maui’s surf spots offer an adventure for all skill levels. The surf sites are predominantly reef breaks, which makes for some challenging experiences. Surf year-round, explore the west and south in the summertime and take a lesson or two, even if you are a skilled surfer. Wear reef shoes, regardless of the beach, as the sharp coral and varied marine life are dangers from which to protect yourself.

The fast and hollow waves can reach double-digit heights and though many may know Maui for golf, nature landscapes and other features, surfing is phenomenal whether in Lahaina or Kihei. Some surf spots are consistent in their right or left directions, some are very crowded on the weekends and some are dominated by local surfers. Watch and learn if you’re a novice. Shortboards, rippers, rounded pins and pin-tails are the most often used at Maui’s surf spots.

Ho’okipa Beach Park

Ho’okipa Beach Park is known for windsurfing and picnics but also offers great surfing opportunities

Known for windsurfing and picnics, Ho’okipa Beach Park is also the surfing site to which the Road to Hana leads, so consider it a worthy detour and take the challenge. The swell directions are several, north, west, east and northwest. The wind directions are south, southeast and southwest. Bring your shortboard here and enjoy a gentle paddle out. Take advantage of a week, or longer, of surfing, with Middles and Pavillions nearby. Avid surfers will feed their thrill-seeking souls when surfing here and all will enjoy a chance to take in the spectacular backdrop, complete with a windsurfer or two. Spectators should find their spot at the Ho’okipa Lookout, which offers viewing of both Ho’okipa (also called Point) and Pavillions.

La La Land
Surf Ho’okipa from dawn till dusk and then retire to this luxury home and its stunning ocean view infinity pool. Hosting a beach bash here calls for more than a cooler full of beers. Call the caterer and celebrate with good food, an indulgent setting and plenty of good brews. Fine furniture, both indoors and outside, gourmet kitchen and top-notch features throughout this home will undoubtedly give you reason to extend your stay. Slaughterhouse Beach is nearby, with surf spots, windsurfing, bodysurfing and lots of dramatic sunrises and sunsets. You’ll find everything you need on hand, to the degree of detail that includes a coffee grinder (Kona, available throughout the islands) so fill your days with a good workout at Ho’okipa or Pavillions or Middles and then retreat to La La Land.

Pacific Islands View Home 
A luxury Kaanapali home built in 2009, all the furnishings and appliances in this vacation rental are inviting for a group of friends, extended family or even a couple seeking the ultimate in their stay. Staying in Kaanapali, surfers will find the West Side surf spots are convenient and others in the travel party will have plenty to explore, including day spas, golf, shopping, local eateries and historic Lahaina. Surf Ho’okipa and aim to check out the other 40 surf spots on Maui and definitely find some time to watch (or participate in) the windsurfing at Ho’okipa or Lanes. When there are 10 or more surfers at Ho’okipa, wind surfing is not permitted so try to catch the scene on a slower day.

Lahaina Harbor, Break Wall

One of the many surf breaks located off of Lahiana

Three entrances, via the beach, rocks or marina break wall. Shortboards are predominantly used here and the paddle out is fairly easy. Skill levels from novice to experienced can find a good day’s surfing here and the summertime is ideal. Watch out for vuana (urchins) and reef and keep in mind that it gets crowded during the week and weekends. Break Wall is a left reef break and surfers have found the low and medium tides best. Swell directions are from the south, southwest and west, with wind directions from the north, northwest and east.

Truuli Maui Hale
An intimate luxury estate that offers a small family or group of friends an indulgent stay in Lahaina. Sports enthusiasts will be enthralled with the multitude of opportunities to play in and out of the water; in addition to surfing, the location is great for golf, snorkeling and plenty of beach hikes. The private hot tub and the grill are your favorite amenities after a full day of exhilarating surfing at Break Wall or one of the other Maui surf spots.

No Ka Oi Hale
Wrap around windows, an expansive lanai, hammock and an ocean view embody guests in nature and comfort at No Ka Oi Hale in historic and artsy Lahaina town. A grill, plenty of places to entertain and retreat, plus nearby galleries and local eateries fill the days and nights here. Surf Break Wall and Puamana, among other Maui surf spots. The vacation rental sleeps six comfortably so you can opt for a vacation for two or more surf buddies or a family or couples. Lazy times at the home in the evenings and active surfing adventures during the day are common itineraries for surf guests to this vacation rental, with beds you’ll sink into after a drinks and a good meal.

Enjoy nearby beaches and great waves from any of these Maui vacation rentals

Maalaea Freight Train
Often called Maalaea, Freight Train gets the excitement going well before arriving to Kihei. You can park near the east side of the boat harbor at the Maui Ocean Center. Malalaea is for the experienced and is a spectacular show for surf enthusiasts. A right reef break that’s hollow and fast that works best with rounded pin or pin-tail boards. It’s considered world class for the fastest rights, particularly during swells in the south direction. Summer is the best for this surf spot.

Lotus Indo House at Kamaole Beach
Open the bedroom door and it leads to the hot tub and an ocean view at Lotus Indo House, which has plenty to keep you entertained at home or at the nearby beach. Luxurious bathroom fixtures and incredible home furnishings and features make this a top pick for surfers and their guests who like to have good restaurants and attractions nearby but also a place to escape after a strenuous workout on the Maalaea Freight Train. Guests need not bring much for a stay here as everything from bar ware to children’s games are supplied.

Hale Lanui
The location is fantastic, adjacent to Kalama Park and surfing is in walking distance. Tasteful art, plenty of views from the upper lanai and downstairs dining area. The Jacuzzi is what you’ll seek after an adventure at Maalaea and other surf spots. The grill, lounges, and cozy cottage feel makes Hale Lanui a good beach pad for surfers seeking an ideal location for both surfing experiences and exploring Kihei and other parts of Maui. Go for a swim, walk to local food stores and coffee shops and live within the community like a local, intermingling as much or as little as you’d like.

For more places to stay on Maui, check out the rest of our Maui vacation rentals.

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Kauai offers incredible surfing opportunities

Visitors to Kauai are familiar with its vibrant gardens, remote cliff views, seemingly endless trails and varied beaches. However, the incredible surfing opportunities are sometimes a refreshing surprise for those seeking water sports with adventure. For avid, return visitors and local surfers, Kauai’s surf spots are as epic as the scene in South Pacific filmed on Kauai.

Tradewinds, the Nawiliwili Harbor and Hanalei Bay create the landscape for the surfer’s inspiring and scenic backdrop. Daring surfers, daunting waves and often a captive audience makes for quite an afternoon show at Kauai’s surf spots so spectators should pack a picnic. Reef, rock, sand and urchins heighten the drama. The range of surf spots include gentler spots for newer surfers (with plenty of surfing schools) and challenging sites as exhilarating as those on Oahu’s North Shore.

Hanalei Bay

Hanalei Bay offers surfers a variety of surf breaks

Surfing at Hanalei Pier is the place to watch experienced surfers, many local, take charge of gigantic waves. Newer surfers should stick close to the pier and will find it a thrilling experience with scenery all around. Wintertime is ideal, longboards and shortboards are effective and Hanalei Bay’s right hand waves are features that attract a visiting crowd to check out the local surf scene. The northwest and west directions are best for swells and the best wind direction is from the east.

Hale Maluhia on Kauai’s North Shore is a Hanalei retreat of many kinds—private oasis with a park and garden feel, all yours in this vacation rental that sleeps four and provides plenty of indoor and outdoor space for all. The home is a respite after a big day of surfing. Cocktails on the semi-enclosed lanai or a nightcap under the stars are well deserved and it should be a ritual to celebrate the day’s surfing and rest for the next day’s adventures.

Newer surfers should stick close to the pier

Hale Ola Main House is a home with a plantation feel, with a dreamy movie feel. The spacious lawn, beach house casual atmosphere and wraparound porch are perfect for a small family and truly romantic for a couple seeking adventure and romance. Guests take advantage of Kauai’s North Shore surfing opportunities, including nearby Hanalei Bay. Watch soft (and short) rains from the porch and enjoy roaming about in this two-story vacation rental.

Prince Kuhio’s (PK’s)
Kauai’s South Shore is home to multiple surfing sites, ranging from novice to experienced for skill level. Swell directions include the south, southwest and southeast. Rising and falling tides plus a rocky reef make it an adventure. Summer is the best time to surf PK’s, a departure from the traditional winter surfing season. North winds enhance your surfing and the best rule is to follow is to show courtesy to local surfers.

Kauai’s South Shore is home to multiple surfing sites, including Poipu Beach Park

Menehune Hale is a grand home with enviable amenities. Mountain and ocean views, spacious living areas, and incredible outdoor dining spaces are features that make this home a popular choice for guests who like an active vacation with a place to escape. The vacation rental is on Kauai’s North Shore in Anini so visitors to the area take advantage of a fulfilling and busy day surfing the North Shore or heading to the South Shore’s multiple surf spots, which include Salt Pond, Prince Kuhio’s (PK’s), Acid Drop, Lemon Drops and Kekuiula Harbour.

The Tides Kauai’s South Shore is a private home in Poipu. The ocean views from every room are only one reason guests are enthralled during their stay. A group of friends who love to surf will find the home spacious enough to have their own personal living space but also have a good time exploring the surf spots, including PK’s. Start the day with a hearty breakfast on the sunny deck area overlooking the waves you’ll soon surf. Poipu is a great town with all the eateries and shops for sports gear, plus plenty of conveniences.

Acid Drop
You’ve got to get an adrenalin rush just hearing the name, Acid Drop. Kauai’s South Shore delivers adventure in the waves here. Sharp rips, urchins, rocks, and even sharks on occasion place this surf site on the explorer’s list. Surfing here offers hollow waves for experienced surfers and they can rise to eight feet. Aim for mid tide, catch a fast left or right, with winds from the north, east or northeast. It’s a long paddle out and a shortboard is best. Watch the many experienced local surfers here, a day’s worth of entertainment.

Enjoy the sandy beach and waves at the nearby Shipwreck and Brennecke’s Beaches

Alohilani offers luxury amenities in a sunny atmosphere to match the sunny town of Poipu. A good group of 10 can enjoy nearby Shipwreck and Brennecke’s Beaches, spacious rooms, bay windows with great views from the kitchen and bedroom and a gourmet kitchen at home built in recent years. A variety of guests will find this home’s location ideal, whether family or a group of buddies. Gentle breezes welcome you here and gigantic waves will at Acid Drop and other South Shore surf spots.

Kai Lani is a vacation rental home that offers a variety of amenities including a pool, hardwood floors and an enclosed porch with great views during meals. Relax in the hammock after a day of surfing at Acid Drop, PK’s or an excursion to Hanalei Bay or watch the turtles resting on the beach. Surfers will find this home convenient to dining, shopping and several surf sites. If you’re visiting as an extended family or group of friends, surfers can while away their time while others who enjoy exploring or just relaxing on the beach will also find Kai Lani an excellent value for their stay.

For more places to stay on Kauai, check out our selection of Kauai vacation rentals.

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A vacation on the big Island will be filled with green experiences

Whether you stay in a vacation rental in Hilo, Waimea, Kona or other town on Big Island, you can plan a trip filled with green experiences. Travelers are increasingly seeking green vacations, in some regard, and the islands offer multi-faceted options.

Planning a Big Island vacation? Check out our selection of Kona vacation rentals for your stay.

Experiences such as living like a local, eating fresh fruits and vegetables, dining at farm to fork eateries, visiting internationally recognized sites and seeing native flora and fauna will enthrall travelers. Green travel seems to renew spirits and Big Island guests would likely agree. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is not only one of the most revered island sites among Hawaiians, but it is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage and World Biosphere Site (for its history and natural diversity). Trails for all skill levels, captivating scenery and much flora and fauna dot the textured landscapes of the park. Your excursion to explore the lava and lore is important; the nature trails near your vacation rental are likely also worth exploration, whether they lead to the beach or nearby site. Notice the native birds and spend as much time looking up as you do looking ahead or down.

Tour the coffee farms to see how Kona coffee is grown

Farms, herb gardens and farmers’ market feed Big Island’s local eateries with both good food and drink so dig into pan Asian cuisine made with ingredients from the island’s land and sea. Tour the coffee farms, visit the markets and talk with local farmers about their farming philosophies and what sustainable, local and green mean to them. Meat, seafood, fruits, herbs, vegetables and coffee are all available for you to create your own local dining experience in the gourmet kitchen of your vacation rental or indulge in a green dining experience with an acclaimed island chef.

Staying in one of our Waikola condos allows you to create your own local dining experience in the gourmet kitchen.

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Experience Kaanapali on a budget

Kaanapali is known as a resort area on Maui that might be easily dismissed by travelers considering it expensive. Vacation rentals here offer the best values in luxury vacationing because of an excellent location to a gorgeous beach with multiple water sports and access to boutiques, art galleries, spas, restaurants and other sites.

Experience the best of Kaanapali from one of our Kaanapali vacation rentals.

The vacation rentals offer views of the ocean in West Maui and amenities for luxuriating when not touring the island. The décor exudes island chic and provides a haven after a long day of exploration. Purchase your gourmet items at the farmers’ market or fish market—for both picnics and leisurely nights at home and then splurge on grand meals the rest of the time. Kona coffee is a luxury worth tasting and enjoying every morning before you start your day. Day spas or resort spas are located throughout the West Side of Maui and you may find great deals at a local spa and a more intimate atmosphere. Resort spas may offer reasonable discounts for multiple treatments.

Experience the spiritual Black Rock evening ceremony

Plan on a trip to Black Rock for the evening ceremony, spiritual, and a site worth an end of day experience. Resort area shopping is fun for browsing and nearby Lahaina offers a myriad of funky artwork by local artists and reasonably priced souvenirs. Some vacation rentals include sports gear, for adventures on land and sea so you can save some rental costs when you plan that dream excursion, of which there are several in Kaanapali: jet skiing, surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving and cliff jumping. Food and entertainment in Kaanapali is another expense that travelers think about but if you plan on going to happy hours, you can taste excellent local food and good drink specials. Also, live Hawaiian music and hula shows are also often part of the scene so sit back and enjoy some island cocktails. Staying on the West Side of Mauai, particularly in Kaanapali, is a good idea with access to multiple towns and sights—Lahaina, Kapalua Bay and more.

For more places to stay on West Maui, check out our Kaanapali condos and Kaanapali luxury rentals

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The North Shore is as much a treasure trove in its art galleries as it is in the art of surfing

Taking a piece of the island home is important to some travelers. Keychains and shot glasses aren’t always special enough, even if they are functional gifts and fit nicely in your luggage. The North Shore is as much a treasure trove in its art galleries as it is in the art of surfing. Many of the vacation rentals display artwork from local artists so you may be inspired to take some home, or at least explore the scene, so plan a few hours for souvenir shopping while vacationing on Oahu’s North Shore.

Explore the North Shore’s artistic side from one of our North Shore vacation rentals.

Some of the art galleries host receptions for new exhibits and display a variety of local artists’ work and media. Photography, water color paintings and sculpture are found throughout Oahu. Talking with the artists about their inspiration, creating a custom piece or browsing the work and exploring the landscapes of the island enthrall visitors. Flowers, marine life and waterfalls are a few most commonly photographed and painted subjects. Some of the world’s most talented contemporary artists live in Oahu and you’ll find more than one on the North Shore. Seeing them at work, demonstrating and sharing their art makes your visit more than just a shopping excursion.

Find time between the beach excursions, surfing lessons to explore the North Shore’s artistic side

Art, jewelry, soap and handcrafted souvenirs are the most treasured for Oahu’s guests. Essential oils made from kukui nut oil and other cosmetics from the island are special gifts to take home. Soaps and scents from Oahu are made from local ingredients and you can even see soap making and tour the factory, depending on your level of interest. Find time between the beach excursions, surfing lessons and nature hikes to explore the North Shore’s artistic side, especially when you head home to your vacation rental armed with gifts to take back and share.

For more places to stay on Oahu’s North Shore, check out our Turtle Bay condos.

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Experience the grand beauty of Kauai on foot

The Garden Isle’s captivating features are accessible to all guests, but those who travel by car will only see 10% of the grand beauty of Kauai. Exploring by helicopter, boat and on foot is the way to discover all the facets of the island. Regardless of where your vacation rental is located, you’ll most likely find trails that lead to gardens, beaches, culture and inevitably, some sacred spots.

Planning a trip to Kauai? Check out our Hanalei vacation rentals near many great trails.

Whether it’s a gentle hike with the family or a thrill-seeker’s day of exploration, Kauai’s landscapes tell the story of ancient Hawaii. Plan a hike with the essentials and comfort; after all, you’re on vacation so make it as challenging as you need and as indulgent too. Comfortable clothing and shoes, plenty of good food (consider gourmet picnics with food from the farmers’ market), and a fully charged cell phone.

The Kalalau Trail takes you to a remote coastline of Kauai

Hikes:

• Awa’awapuhi Trail in Koke’e State Park is approximately six and a half miles round trip and highlights include vantage points of Waimea Canyon State Park, Kalalau Valley, and the Na Pali coastline. Dress in layers as its approximately 2,000 feet in elevation.
• Kukui Trail features a different part of Koke’e State Park, with trees, foliage and waterfalls that lead to the depths of the Waimea Canyon.
• The Kalalau Trail is a strenuous trail that’s worth the trip, even if you can do part of it. Remote Kauai is wondrous year-round, but only if you make plans to explore the areas inaccessible by car.

Looking to stay on the south side of Kauai? Check out our selection of Poipu condos and Poipu luxury rentals.

After a day of stretching and challenging yourself, you’ll have undoubtedly worked up an appetite so head back to your vacation rental for a dip in the pool and then a good dinner in town.

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Relax in your vacation rental in Kaanapali on West Maui

Vacations are for rejuvenation and a stay in Kaanapali on West Maui includes a bounty of relaxation. A former retreat for ancient Hawaiian royalty, the acclaimed beaches alone exude serenity. Consider your vacation rental your base sanctuary, with all the comforts of home and the luxuries of a boutique, upscale hotel.

Escape to one of our Kaanapali vacation rentals for a romantic getaway on West Maui.

Start with an excursion to a spiritual ceremony at Puu Kekaa. Sunset is a sacred time during which a daily cliff diving ceremony is held from the beach’s northernmost cliffs, Black Rock. Every evening, a cliff diver lights the torches along the cliff and then dives off of Black Rock, in honor of the adventurous and beloved King Kahekili. The event is a spiritual experience that sets the tone for your stay.

Experience a spiritual sunset cliff diving ceremony at Puu Kekaa

Continue the renewing activities with a visit to a local day spa or one of the resort’s top-notch spas. Zen-like treatments and atmospheres, spa packages with ancient Hawaiian methods and local ingredients as part of an entire day of pampering will delight. Leave with a sense of lightness and if you’re visiting Kaanapali for a romantic getaway, make sure to do a side-by-side massage on the beach.

Also, check out our Lahaina vacation rentals located just down the road from Kaanapali.

Walk through the multiple resort areas to find more ways to relax and renew. The inspiring lava rock structures, gardens and waterfalls are soothing. Reward yourself at every turn, with gourmet dinners, lazy days and treats throughout your stay for a genuine renewal before heading home.

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Poipu on Kauai sunny south side is a great place for visitors seeking sun and surf

Poipu vacation rentals are available to meet a range of budgets and travel party size, from solo traveler to couples to a small or extended family to group of friends. The location is enviable, on Kauai’s sunny South Shore, with plenty to do in the area on land and sea.

Planning a vacation to Kauai? Take a look at our Poipu condos for your stay.

Whether you travel by foot, car, boat or bicycle, you’ll likely encounter culture and heritage of the area. Make planned excursions to some of the most legendary areas during your stay. While many travelers just seek sun and surf as an escape from a hectic lifestyle, some of the sites on the Koloa Heritage and Mahaulepu Trails would be on any itinerary regardless, including Spouting Horn Park and Poipu Beach Park.

Spouting Horn Park is a great place to explore on the South Side of Kauai

Pa’u Laka, the Moir Gardens, with cacti, lava rock ponds and orchids and Kihahouna Heiau can be combined into a half day outing. The sacred temple is a beautiful spot and the visit to these nature sites will leave you with a sense of serenity. Multiple sand dunes, sinkholes, caves and additional heiau are features of the Mahaulepu Heritage Trail. Wildly romantic spots, many species of bird life and the beauty from which the Garden Isle gets its name are all revealed to you here. When you return to your vacation rental at the end of each day, you’ll be ready to relax with a cocktail before dinner with the knowledge that you’ve fulfilled some great explorations in the South Side of Kauai.

Relax in luxury after exploring the South Side of Kauai in one of our Poipu luxury rentals.

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Make the most of your time in the Historic whaling village of Lahaina

Historic whaling village, offbeat charm and Front Street are a few features of Lahaina to which visitors flock when visiting Maui.

The Banyan Tree, Old Jail Gallery and the numerous art studios and galleries will fill your days outside of sun and fun. Photography to take home, art to behold and handcrafted items are all available to browse and for shopping. Even festivals are offbeat cultural adventures, with a memorable Halloween celebration, somewhat reminiscent of a mini Mardi Gras. Other events include artist receptions and boutique gallery temporary exhibit evenings.

Our Lahaina vacation rentals in West Maui guaranty a cultural island experience for every traveler.

Take a walk down the Historic Front Street in Lahaina

While the art galleries in Lahaina are a great way to explore handcrafted items and local artists’ talents, the locale itself is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, so you’ve essentially fallen into a history book if you opt to stay in a vacation rental here. The farmers’ market is open two days a week, ideal for mid-week and weekend shopping. The market includes foods, crafts and local items for both souvenirs or to whip up a gourmet meal for a night in or a picnic on the beach. Open early in the morning till late afternoon, you’ll find plenty to taste and to take home, including the day’s fresh catch and fruits you’ve never seen nor tasted before.

Make the most of your time in Lahaina, with excellent proximity to whale watching, golf, Kaanapali and other towns from one of our Lahaina condos.

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