Concierge services similar to those you’ll experience upon checking into a hotel are also available. You can have everything organized from delivery of the local newspaper to guided fishing and snorkeling excursions or private air and yacht charters. Your island vacation activities are limited only by your imagination.

When guests arrive in Hawaii, they often spend their first few days enjoying beachside locations and the Hawaiian atmosphere and sun. Many guests then explore the island, taking in the local culture via museums and events, learning a local tradition such as hula or surfing, or discovering the rich Hawaiian outdoors through various types of local activities.

Whatever your desire, island accommodations are available to fit your needs.

Resort Kauai Vacation Rentals

Kauai has been the film location site for more than 60 major motion picture and television films, including “South Pacific,” and “Jurassic Park I, II, and III,” “Six Days/Seven Nights,” and “Dragonfly.” and more recently “Tropical Thunder,” and Pirates of the Caribbean.”

Much of Kauai remains untouched by human development, yet it offers the ultimate vacation destination. There are navigable rivers and lush streams, fragrant flowering plants, and exotic birds to enjoy, along with spectacular waterfalls, coconut palm groves, and the great Waimea Canyon. Of course we can’t forget to mention that Kauai has over fifty miles of white sand beaches!

All the beaches on Kauai are public beaches. It is very important to remember that Kauai also has some of the largest waves breaking on her shores, so you need to adhere strictly to safety guidelines. You can also enjoy horseback riding, deep-sea fishing, snorkeling, nature walks, golf, museums, parks, biking, and kayaking. Let’s not forget all of the beautiful gardens and waterfalls on Kauai. The choices are endless.

A Quiet and Relaxing Kauai B & B

Just as the choices for vacation entertainment are endless, so are the accommodations in Kauai. You can choose from studio apartments, bed and breakfasts, cottages, resorts, condos, vacation homes, beach estates, and executive styles suites. Of course, all of the vacation accommodations in Kauai are in close proximity to beaches, golf courses, parks and museums, or you might choose a retreat in a more secluded area where you can picnic or camp. You won’t find many high-rise hotels in Kauai, because buildings can now be no more than four stories high.

Depending on your individual vacation preferences, you can find accommodations and activities to suit your tastes on Kauai. If you enjoy beaches, there are several condos, resorts, cottages, and vacation homes close to or on the beaches of Kauai.

Resources for Kauai Accommodations.

Ahh Aloha Kauai Vacation Rentals specialty is the view! Visiting their website you will find north shore vacation rental condos in Sealodge, Cliffs, Pali Ke Kua, Puu Poa and Hanalei Colony Resort. They also offer other Kauai vacation rentals including beach houses, cottages, vacation homes, and bungalows – all with oceanfront views. If you are seeking accommodations for your wedding party and family Kauai Vacation Rentals for Every Budget offers special accommodation packages in most locations on the island.

There is no better time to stay on the North Shore of Kauai than the sumer time. Princeville and Hanalei vacation rentals  or the Remax Realty Vacation Rental Service has many possible choices that will be perfect for your North Shore stay. If you are looking for something a little more quaint, you might enjoy a bed and breakfast near the famous Kilaueua Lighthouse. Hale O Kuawa is tucked away in the town of Kilauea and offers a unique experience.

Kiahuna Plantation Resort

For those staying in the sun belt of the south shore of Poipu the large Kiahuna Condo resort offers fully equipped one and two bedroom units. You can find owner direct Kiahuna rental rates for this location. Still in the Poipu area by the famous Spouting Horn on Lawai’i Beach Road you will find Kuhio Shores only 30 feet from the ocean. They have recently remodeled units for anyone who wants the thrill of staying right at the water’s edge. Kuhio Shores Vacation Rentals may be an excellent choice for sun and surf worshipers.

If you want to view a website that compares the amenities of several of the south shore resort locations, check out Suite Paradise vacation rental, resort hotels.

There are many Hawaii vacation rental websites to explore, but hopefully the resources provided above will support your search in finding the perfect vacation spot for your stay in Hawaii.

Enjoy a Kauai South Shore Sunset

Planning the logistics of your honeymoon or vacation should be planned out well in advance in order to avoid problems later. Which airline or cruise-line will suit your needs the most? Conducting the proper research is necessary in order to find the best deals.

HoneyMoon Planning Checklist

Honest Planning: In order to choose a vacation destination, you first have to have an idea of what you truly want. Is it also going to be friend and family vacation considering the guests in your wedding party? Are you looking for a romantic getaway for just you and your spouse? Are you staying at a relative’s house for part of the time, or are you looking for a resort for the honeymoon? Once you have answered all these questions, then you can begin to figure out the appropriate destination.

Saving Money: One option for saving money can involve combining your wedding and honeymoon location by keeping them in the same region or within close proximity. This is possible even if you and you to be spouse are traveling to a destination or if you are inviting friends and family, either way you will save a considerable amount of money as opposed to having a honeymoon halfway across the world from where your wedding took place.

The Right Weather: Regardless of the time of year you choose to marry, there is always a location available for your honeymoon that will satisfy your taste. If you want to get married in the winter time, but want your honeymoon to be in a summer-like environment, then the best place choice is a tropical paradise somewhere in the southern hemisphere, such as Australia or South America.

Comfortable Guests: Getting married under the hot Caribbean sun is hard on the bride and groom but also on the guests. Help out your guest by supplying them with colorful paper parasols to use during your ceremony if you are planning your event during the hottest part of the day. Not only will they be more comfortable, but your wedding pictures will be more colorful!

Helpful Reviews: One great resource for honeymoon travel planning is a site called TripAdvisor.com. This travel resource provides an abundant amount of information on hotels, destinations, and just about anything necessary for planning a vacation. All reviews are written by real travelers, so everything is quite objective and useful.

Vacation Apartments: When on vacation, there are more options for locations to stay than the usual hotels and motels. You can make a wonderful home away from home with apartment accommodations that include great features like full kitchens and multiple bedrooms. Rates for apartment accommodations are very competitive as there’s a lot of great deals available.

Once all honeymoon and travel plans are booked well in advance, then you can start planning the lesser details such as daily schedule. Just make sure that, with all your travel arrangements, you include down time to have an enjoyable and relaxing trip that you’ll remember for years to come.

Planning a wedding is a lot of stress, but have no fear because once your marriage ceremony is over, you can look forward to your honeymoon. It should be an event to help you both relieve all that stress that’s built up over the past several weeks or months.

Many people overlook the honeymoon when planning a wedding and focus all their time and energy on the wedding day. The days that follow end up offering only quick or convenient excursions instead of planning out the honeymoon details to offer the two of you time to relax, enjoy your destination honeymoon to the fullest, and begin creating your life’s memories together as a couple. Therefore, give the honeymoon as much, if not more attention than the wedding day.

Relaxation After the Big Event

Give yourselves some time to relax after the wedding, so go to that perfect location where you can take it easy. If you like to sit on the beach and read, treat yourself to a nice island honeymoon.

Find a beach with a resort that has an island atmosphere in the United States, or if you want to go international and experience the real thing check out the tropical islands around Hawaii, and the Caribbean. Swim with the dolphins, or take a cruise, play in the sand. You can even learn to hula. Either way make your honeymoon something that you will remember and cherish just as much as your wedding.

Create Some Fun Adventures

Tweak your honeymoon to your tastes. Let’s say you like the night life, and clubs. Check out some areas such as Los Angeles, Miami or New York City. If you like to shows and the thrill of gambling, check out Las Vegas or Atlantic City. Maybe you are a big kid at heart, then head down to Florida and go to Disney. Plan well in advance some honeymoon adventures that you want to experience as a couple, and learn where in the world you can go to enjoy these experiences. You only get one honeymoon, and to start the foundation of a marriage with a strong and enjoyable memory, stress free, is a great way to plan the following days after your wedding.

Regardless of what you like to do, don’t skimp out on your honeymoon. The honeymoon, according to some, is the most important part of the wedding as you and your new spouse get to travel together away from the doldrums of work, and life in general. This is your dream vacation so plan it as such.

Looking for a beautiful place to get married and spend your honeymoon where there is something for everyone? Rainbow Weddings offers Hawaiian wedding packages and Kauai wedding planning services for the beautiful islands of Hawaii. We will take that this precious time of your life and plan it to perfection, leaving you stress free on your wedding day and your honeymoon.

Pause to Enjoy Iz’s Over the Rainbow

After your Kauai wedding, here are some fun suggestions:

1. Scuba dive. Home to some of the world’s best diving sites, Kauai offers a variety of courses to get you under water, checking out the marine life.
2. Hike. There are so many hiking trails on Kauai, far to many to list here. One is the famous Kalalau trail which is an eleven-mile hike along the Napali coast. There are many other trails along the streams and beaches in all areas of the island.
3. Surf. The surf is different depending on when you go. The north shore of the island gets waves in the winter months while the south shore gets waves in the summer months.
4. Skydive. Kauai offers skydiving lessons for those interested in taking the jump. Since you jump with an instructor, all you have to worry about is having fun.
5. Horseback ride. The backcountry of Kauai is home to trails, mountain pools, and waterfalls. Ride a horse to see it all and relax.
6. Golf. Rated by sports magazines and experts, there are several golf courses on Kauai that can’t be missed. Many offer views of the ocean and range in difficulty.
7. Take an ATV tour. Take an off-road tour to see the road less traveled. Only a few hours long, see some of the uninhabited wilderness that is home to rare birds and strange animals.
8. Zipline Adventures. There are several ziplines on the island of Kauai for a real thrill. Some
9. Charter Fishing. You can charter a fishing trip from one of the islands two harbors, Port Allen on the south shore, or Nawlliwili just out of Lihue.
10. Ocean Boating. Take one of the scenic boat trips. You can enjoy a dinner cruise, or a snorkeling cruise to various spots around the island.
11. Helicopter Rides. A real thrill is to see how diverse the island is by flying close above the terrain, you can even schedule a ride on the island’s search and rescue helicopters and experience the thrill of flying with no doors.

While there are many other things to do in Kauai, this list should be enough to get you started. Enjoy your wedding, and enjoy your honeymoon even more!

A Favorite of Ours, The Inter Island Doors Off Helicopter Tour