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Rocking Christmas August 2nd — hosted event for holiday parties at Sheraton Kapaa

The festive season is almost upon us and soon we will all need to start planning our company end-of the year events. Our local ‘Ohana is very important to us, and we want to be the first to welcome you to our “Festive in August” event on August 2, 2023. This is our chance to […]

Sperm Whale on the Beach at Lydgate Beach Park

Article in The Garden Island, by Dennis Fujimoto. Lydgate Park and the portion of Ka Hele Makala’e multi-use path in the park are closed until further notice, officials said on Sunday. The closure is necessary due to a beached whale and final disposition of the animal that was first reported Friday evening aground on the […]

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First All Inclusive Playground in Hawaii Opened at Lydgate Park

Hawaii’s first all-inclusive playground opened on Earth Day, April 22nd, at Lydgate Beach Park. From The Garden Island newspaper, article and photo by Dennis Fujimoto, dfujimoto@thegardenisland.com WAILUA, KAUAI — Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami took time Friday to lead the blessing of the state’s first fully inclusive playground at Lydgate Beach Park, next to the Kamalani […]

Spring Special Deals

Plan a wonderful vacation on Kauai’s Royal Coconut Coast in March April and May (and beyond). Check out these great offerings:   Hilton Garden Inn Kauai at Wailua Bay: Fronting Lydgate Beach Park and next to the famous Wailua River. Central and convenient to all of Kauai. On-site restaurants and entertainment. Enjoy 10% off the […]

Honoring the Mu‘umu‘u in January

January is Hawaii’s official Mu‘umu‘u month (pronounced moo-oo, moo-oo), honoring, preserving and celebrating the mu‘umu‘u,  the iconic dress that marks Hawai’i’s unique fashion history. A lot of Hawaii’s female residents have at least one mu‘umu‘u in their closets. Many have a variety of styles. The garment was originally designed to provide a loose and comfortable […]

Restaurants, Fitness Centers Allowed to Re-open June 1st.

As Kauai enters phase two of COVID-19 restrictions on June 1st, the County’s Emergency Rules, governing public spaces and businesses are allowing restaurants and other activities to re-open under strict guidelines, through Emergency Rule #11. Previously, Emergency Rule #10, as part of phase 1, provided for the opening of public and private pools,  places of […]

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The ISO is named the 2019 Best Boutique Hotel in Hawaii

HONOLULU, March 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — The ISO, a Castle Resorts & Hotels property, on Kauai’s Royal Coconut Coast was recently named the 2019 Best Boutique Hotel in Hawaii at the 2nd Annual aio Media Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Awards. “We’re extremely proud to receive this incredible recognition for The ISO,” said Castle Resorts & Hotels […]

Kauai Ocean Fest

Celebrate the beauty of Hawaii’s birds, sea creatures and ocean as you learn lessons through panel discussions, displays, keiki (children’s) displays and documentaries. Open Fridays and Saturdays through February 23rd,  these wonderful and unique programs bring federal state, and local partners together to share knowledge of Hawaii’s oceans and animals. Admission is free. Check the […]

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Heiva I Kauai Tahitian Dance Festival — August 4 & 5

The 17th annual Heiva I Kauai – Iorana Tahiti Cultural Festival presents a colorful and exciting international Tahitian dance and drumming competition located at Kapaa Beach Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on August 4th and 5th. Gates open at 9 a.m. This annual contest features solo and group competitors from Hawaii, the Mainland, […]