A: We are not allowed to give any recommendation because we are a membership organization and cannot recommend one business over another. For questions dealing with prices and reservations, please call the specific property. The Official Kauai Travel Planner (for free copy call 1-800-262-1400) is also a great reference for property listings of all types and has a listing of real estate agent companies who manage various vacation rental units, including homes. To find out if a particular company has had any problems, contact the Hawai'i State Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to see if any complaints may have been filed against them.

A: December through April.

A: As far as being able to see a waterfall up close, there are a several located at lookout points that visitors can enjoy: Wailua Falls on Hwy. 583, and Opaekaa Falls on Hwy. 580. The falls as seen in the movie "Jurassic Park", or Manawaiopuna Falls, are currently inaccessible, but may be seen via a helicopter tour.

A: All adults must pay the refuge a $5.00 entrance fee upon arrival at the refuge. Children under the age of 16 are free, and visitors with a Golden Age, Golden Eagle, Golden Access passport, or a Federal Duck Stamp, can present it to the fee collector to enter the refuge at no charge.

A: Check the yellow pages under "hula instruction," or check with your hotel concierge.

A: The Official Kauai Travel Planner (for your free copy call 1-800-262-1400) contains a wealth of information on various activities available on the island. You can also click on Activities for more detailed information.

A: We recommend visiting the Kauai calendar at gohawaii.com for the most current event listings.

A: It is always a good idea to get to the sunshine markets a little early, giving you first choice at the fresh fruits and vegetables. Monday Sunshine Market - Koloa Ball Park, Maluhia Road at 12 noon Tuesday Sunshine Markets - Kalaheo Neighborhood Center at 3:30pm - Hawaiian Farmers Market, Hanalei at Waipa from 2:00pm to 4:00pm Wednesday Sunshine Market - Kapaa New Town Park (near the Armory) at 3:00pm Thursday Sunshine Markets - Kilauea Neighborhood Center at 4:30pm - Hanapepe Town Park (behind the fire station) at 3:30pm to 5:30pm Friday Sunshine Market - Vidinha Stadium parking lot on Hoolako Street in Lihue at 3:00pm Saturday Sunshine Markets - Kekaha Neighborhood Center at 9:00am - Christ Memorial Church in Kilauea from 9:00am to 11:00am

A: At the mouth of the Wailua River, during certain times of the year and specific tides, there is an area called Hauola where these stone carvings may be viewed if your timing is right. It is said that this was a place of refuge in ancient times. Currently, Atwood Makanani of Waimea is the caretaker of this area. He is working on new petroglyphs to continue telling stories in the ancient way of stone carving. There is also an area in Mahaulepu where petroglyphs have been carved in the sandstone by the ancient Hawaiians. This is also viewable only during specific times of the year and during specific tides.

A: Some hotels have the water safety brochures in their rooms. You may also pick up a copy at the Kauai Visitors Bureau office. Visitors are also encouraged to visit the Kauai Beach Explorer Project website which includes water safety information and current conditions.

A: Please visit Kauai Beach Explorer Project for current ocean conditions.

A: Not necessarily. Hawaiian Monk Seals often haul up on beaches to sleep, sun or give birth. These critically endangered marine mammals are protected under federal laws. Stay at least 100 feet from them, and remember an agitated 400- to 600-pound wild animal could be dangerous. For more information about monk seals visit the Kauai Monk Seal Watch Program website at www.kauaimonkseal.com.

A: Please visit the Surfing on Kauai section under Activities. Also, check the yellow pages under "Surfing Instruction."

A: There is the Kauai Museum, shopping at the various shopping malls (Poipu Shopping Village, Kukui Grove Shopping Center, Coconut Plantation Marketplace, Kilohana), or catch a movie at either the Coconut Plantation Marketplace or the Kukui Grove Cinemas. Some hotel properties have hands on craft activities such as lei making. Check with the concierge upon check in.

A: Please know that weather conditions on Kauai can change frequently. The weather can vary dramatically from one part of the island to another on the same day. Often it may be sunny in one part of the island while raining on another.

A: While Kauai might average a little more rain in general than the other islands, this is the reason why Kauai is so lush and green and has the nickname "The Garden Island." In general, we have wonderful weather year round and unless there is a weather system over the island, you can always find sunshine while visiting. The early mornings sometimes bring passing showers, but the skies clear as the day goes by. There is a little more rain during the "winter months," which is true for all the islands. Kauai actually has seven distinct micro climates; including desert-like conditions on the west side, to semi-arid tropical weather at the beach resorts, to cool mountain forests above Waimea Canyon, to pastoral plains on the upper east side to tropical rain forests in the interior. While rainfall tables amount to somewhere between 20 and 40 inches a year in most of the populated sections, the center of the island is considered one of the wettest spots on earth. Kauai's location in the northern pacific, along with its extraordinary mountain formations create this fascinating variety in climate conditions. We suggest you access our weather page to research rainfall tables for Kauai.

A: The South Shore, Poipu especially, is the best bet for visitors who desire maximum sunshine, the Westside tends to be the driest, especially towards Kekaha, Mana and Polihale However, for most visitors there is plenty of sunshine available in all coastal visitor areas island-wide.

A: The visitors on island often wonder what ocean and weather conditions are like at various spots on the island in order to determine where or what they should do for that day. It is best to listen to the local radio stations and local TV news to see what's happening with the weather and ocean. There is also a water safety brochure available at the Kauai Visitors Bureau office or you cancheck with your hotel, travel agent or concierge, or visit kauaiexplorer.com for surf updates.

A: There are no legal nude beaches on Kauai or in the State of Hawai'i. The Kauai Police Department does cite those in violation of the law.

A: The following beaches have lifeguards: Kekaha Beach Salt Pond Poipu Beach Park Lydgate Kealia Hanalei Bay Haena Beach Park Kee Beach For more information, please visit www.kauaiexplorer.com.

A: Please call the State Parks office at 808-274-3444 where you may obtain a hiking and camping permit for the State parks (Kalalau and Koke'e). If you are interested in obtaining a camping permit in one of the County parks, please call the County Parks office at 808-241-4463.

A: Backpacks can be no larger than 10" X 17" X 30 to be carried onto the bus, which is usually too small for those wishing to camp while visiting the island. Taxi service is available on island, but it can be expensive if you need to be transported from Lihue to Haena, or Lihue to Kokee. Currently and unfortunately, there is no other means of transportation for backpackers, unless they rent a vehicle. If campers rent a car, we advise them to leave nothing in the car and be sure to lock the vehicle. Practice the same safety precautions as you would at any other destination.

A: There are a lot of businesses on Kauai that offer guided hiking tours -- see the members listing for specific companies. Additionally, Kokee Natural History Museum provides guided hikes during the summer months for a donation.

A: Yes, 1-800-262-1400. It is the Kauai Visitor Information Hotline.

A: The Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge telephone number is 808-828-1413.

A: You may contact Christina Pilkington, ADA Coordinator, at MayorSada@Kauai.gov or at (808) 241-6203, or visit www.Kauai-Hawaii.com. You may also visit www.hawaii.gov/health/dcab/travel/ for more information regarding accessibility on Kauai for visitors with disabilities.

A: Contact information is as follows:
Rotary Club of Hanalei Bay
Meets: Thursday noon, La Cascata Restaurant, Princeville Hotel
Contact: George Corrigan, President, 826-6988, AnnCorr@Hawaiian.net

Rotary Club of Kapaa
Meets: Wednesday noon, ResortQuest Aloha Beach Resort
Contact: Fahy Bailey, President, 652-2928

Rotary Club of Kauai (Lihue)
Meets: Friday noon, Regency at Puakea
Contact: Eileen Winters, 822-3470

Rotary Club of Kalepa Sunrise (Lihue)
Meets: Tuesday 7:30 AM, Gaylord's at Kilohana
Contact: Tim Hoxie, 245-1985

Rotary Club of Poipu Beach
Meets: Wednesday 7:30 AM, Poipu Beach Broiler
Contact: Nancy Kanna, President, 652-0773

Rotary Club of West Kauai
Meets: Tuesday 6:00 p.m., ResortQuest Waimea Plantation Cottages Dining Room
Contact: Valerie Parker, 335-4081 or 337-1093

A: There are 2 hospitals located on Kauai. 1)Wilcox Memorial Hospital 3420 Kuhio Highway, Lihue (808) 245-1100 2)Kauai Veterans memorial Hospital 4643 Waimea Canyon Drive, Waimea (808) 338-9431

A: Please call the Kauai Chamber of Commerce at 808-245-7363 where information is available for a fee or visit the website at http://www.kauaichamber.org/

A: Please contact the Kauai Economic Development Board at 808-245-6692 or visit the website at http://www.kedb.com.

A: The State Department of Aquatic Resources sells various posters pertaining to marine life in Hawaii. They are located in the same office as the State Parks (3060 Eiwa Street, 3rd Floor).

A: You may purchase a Hawaii flag at Foto 1 Portraits in Lihue at (808) 245-6500.

A: This is an HVCB trademark and is not for sale anywhere in the islands.

A: Hawaiian Airlines, Go! and Island Air all provide inter-island service. Direct flights are available through United Airlines from Los Angeles and San Francisco, American Airlines from Los Angeles, Alaska Airlines from Seattle and US Airways from Phoenix. Kauai also has a charter service -- please check with your travel agent for more information.

A: We recommend visiting tsa.gov/index.shtm for more information.

A: Effective August 4, 2007, full-size video game consoles (for example Playstation, X-box, or Nintendo) and DVD players must be removed from their carrying cases and submitted separately for x-ray screening. Laptop computers and video cameras that use cassettes have long been subject to this policy. Small electronic items, such as cell phones, MP3 players, iPods and portable video game systems do not have to be removed from their carrying cases. We recommend visiting tsa.gov/index.shtm for more information.

A: From Lihue via Hwy 50 heading west to: - Puhi 2 miles, 5 minutes - Koloa 11 miles, 25 minutes - Poipu 14 miles, 30 minutes - Kalaheo 14 miles, 25 minutes - Eleele 17 miles, 30 minutes - Waimea 25 miles, 45 minutes - Kekaha 28 miles, 55 minutes - Waimea Canyon 36 miles, 1 hr. 15 minutes - Kalalau Lookout 45 miles, 1 hr. 40 minutes From Lihue via Hwy 56 heading north to: - Wailua 7 miles, 15 minutes - Kapaa 10 miles, 20 minutes - Anahola 15 miles, 30 minutes - Kilauea 26 miles, 45 minutes - Princeville 30 miles, 1 hr. - Haena 40 miles, 1 hr. 15 minutes

A: The average cost is appoximately $55. Other approximate taxi costs: -Airport to Haena (trailhead for Kalalau trail)- $140 -Airport to Kapaa- $25-$30 -Airport to Poipu- $50 -Airport to Waimea (base of the mountainous drive to Kokee State Park)- $75

A: Dollar Rent A Car and some moped companies allow persons between the ages of 21 to 24 with a valid driver's I.D. to rent their vehicles, but charge an extra fee for this service.

A: Please call the Kauai Bus office at (808) 241-6410.

A: The public is advised that roadway work for the 1st Phase of the Poipu Road Improvements near the Koloa Fire Station will commence April 16, 2007, and continue for approximately five months. The detour route will use Hoonani Na Kapili Road to gain access to the eastern portion of Poipu Road and a temporary road will be built on Kukuiula property to accommodate traffic to Koloa town. For more information and a detour map please visit http://www.kauaidiscovery.com/assets/pdfs/roundabout3.pdf.

A: We recommend visiting Travel Smart Hawaii for more travel tips.

A: Please visit www.hawaii.gov/health/dcab/travel/ for more information.

A: Download a copy of Tips For A Safe Vacation PDF.

A: A. The State of Hawaii has enacted The Smoke Free Hawaii law, designed to protect the health and wellbeing of the people who do not want to be subjected to secondhand smoke. It is not a ban. Smokers may still purchase and use smoke-producing tobacco products in areas other than those designated as smoke-free under the law. This law becomes effective on Nov. 16, 2006. For more information please visit www.hawaiismokefree.com.

A: Yes, non-perishable food items that are unused can be taken directly to the Kaua'i Food Bank. For more information please contact (808) 246-3809.

A: Yes. Most properties recycle at the “back of the house”, but feel free to recycle at the places listed below. Recycling drop boxes for residential glass, aluminum, newspaper, cardboard, plastics #1 & #2, and mixed paper (includes magazines, food boxes, junk mail, window envelopes, colored & white paper) can be found at 8 locations throughout Kauai.
Hanalei - Hanalei Transfer Station
Kapaa - At the end of Kahau Road past the Kapaa Armory
Lihue - Back of the K-Mart parking lot
Poipu – Brennecke’s Beach Broiler
Lawai – Behind Lawai Post Office
Eleele – Behind Eleele Shopping Center
Waimea – Waimea Canyon Park
Kekaha – Kekaha Landfill

A: According to the Poipu Beach Resort Association, Poipu is growing. After 22 years without any major development, several new projects are coming that will enhance the beauty and charm of this coastal town. There is still plenty of open space, uncrowded beaches, shops and restaurants. In a couple of years, Poipu will be better than ever, offering even more choices in accommodations, dining, shopping and activities. There are plans for a walking and biking paths, a promenade and shuttle service between Koloa Town and Poipu Beach. In the meantime, you may experience detours, so be sure to ask you accommodation about alternate routes to and from your destination.

A: We don't advise people to go there as it can be extremely dangerous.

A: The Official Kauai Travel Planner (for your free copy call 1-800-262-1400) is a great source of information for weddings, accommodations and activities. Information can also be found on the HVCB website under Services > Weddings and Honeymoons, or you can visit the Kauai Wedding Professional Association.

A: Effective August 1, 2008, those that are charging for services (wedding planners, ministers, entertainers, etc.) to perform weddings and vow renewals on State beaches will need to get a Right of Entry (ROE) permit from the Dept. of Land & Natural Resources. The Bride or Groom do NOT need to get that permit - those you are hiring are responsible for securing the proper permit. You can contact any of the professionals at the Kauai Wedding Professional Association (KWPA) at www.kauaiwedpro.com for more information.