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| About Kauai (source: Kauai-Hawaii.com) Northernmost and oldest geologically, Kauai is the fourth largest of the major Hawaiian Islands. Nearly circular in shape, Kauai's land area encompasses 533 square miles, 25 miles long by 33 miles wide at its furthest points. Only 3% of the land area has been developed for commercial and residential use leaving the remaining 97% divided between agriculture and conservation. The majority of the island's 52,000 residents live and work in the coastal areas leaving the interior of Kauai spectacularly beautiful and pristine. |
| Kauai's weather is near perfect year-round with daytime temperatures ranging from the mid 70's to the mid 80's, slightly warmer in the summer. The northeast tradewinds provide refreshing breezes. Rain showers usually fall in the evening and early morning hours, predominantely over the mountain ranges. The temperature of the ocean ranges from 68 to 80 degrees fahrenheit. |
| Beach House #16 Location - On the beach in South Shore Poipu area - 25 minutes from Lihue airport - 3 minutes from Hyatt Hotel - Next to Sheraton Hotel - Ground floor unit facing main lawn looking west - Steps from laundry facility - Steps from activity desk and security |
| About Poipu: Kauai's South Shore is famous for its sunny days and excellent beaches for swimming and snorkeling. People say that when it is raining on the North Shore, just to go Poipu. The area also has a wealth of historical and scenic sites. Near Poipu is where you'll find the National Tropical Botanical Garden, the only garden of its kind to be chartered by Congress. Also, there is Spouting Horn, whose natural lava tube formations create a spectacular site. Double rainbows after the rain and gorgeous sunsets are also what Poipu is kown for. |
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