Kauai's West Side Shopping

Eleele Shopping Center is where you'll find a handful of stores, conveniences, and tour boat company offices; it's a great place to mix with locals. Hanapepe is known for its artists and you'll love browsing amongst the smattering of wooden furniture, handmade soaps, pillows, plates, and cups -- all with tropical motifs; antique prints of Hawaii, limited-edition graphics, and several other Kauai specialty products. Taro chips in numerous flavors make great gifts to take home.

Friday night is Art Night with its block party atmosphere, as art galleries open up for viewing and occasional demonstrations, live music, and light refreshments. Port Allen, where red dirt shirts originated, is also a fun stop for souvenirs, yummy chocolates, and boat tours.

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