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Prince Course on Kauai Closed For Renovation

Prince Course, Kauai

Prince Course, Kauai

Many Kauai residents and visitors were saddened to hear the closing of the Prince Golf Course.  As of January 29, 2011 the Prince Course shut down business to undergo several months of renovation.  A complete renovation of the bunkers began in September 2010, and the course is now closed to allow completion of the project along with other planned upgrades.  Reopening is planning for October 2011.

The Tavern Retaurant by Roy Yamaguchi and the Prince Golf Shop, both located in the 60,000 square foot Prince Clubhouse, will continue to operate during the renovation.  The Tavern is open for lunch starting at 11 am and dinner from 5 pm to 9 pm daily.  If you enjoy rich comfort food, you’ll absolutely love it.  Unique dishes, wonderful ambiance, and great service.

The Golf Shop’s operating hour are 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Saturday and closed on Sunday.

For all of you who love to golf on Kauai, there are many amazing golf courses to choose from.  So if you’re vacationing in a Poipu beach rental or a Luxury Kauai Vacation Rental on the north shore be sure to play the golf courses near you.

Thanksgiving in Hawaii….

Spending Thanksgiving in Hawaii???  Why not treat yourself or your family with a wonderful meal, catered by Allure Kauai’s top notch personal gourmet chef or you might also consider dining out.  During the holidays, the restaurants on Kauai get very busy.  Please be sure that you make reservations well in advance.  Some of our favorite restaurants on the north shore of Kauai are:  Mediterranean Gourmet (oceanfront dining) in Haena, Post Cards Cafe in Hanalei, CJ Steak House (Princeville), and The Tavern (Prince Club House).  Some Kauai restaurants offer the perfect oceanfront setting for a special and unforgettable experience.

There are so many ways you can enjoy Thanksgiving on Kauai.  Now that you’ve secured your favorite Kauai vacation rental all you have to do is plan a fun week of activities and adventures.  The islands offer an array of things to do.  So make the best out of your stay here and experience Kauai in every way possible.

Some of our most favorite Kauai activities are…a Napali Sunset Tour, Zip-Lining on the north shore, Kauai Island Helicopter tour, just to name a few.

On this very special day let us remember to be thankful for all of the many things in life that we are blessed with.  A time to relax and rejuvinate.  No matter where you are on Kauai whether staying in a Hanalei vacation rental,  Poipu beach house, or Princeville condo rental a beach is usually within a very short walk or just minutes away.  Wake up in the morning and take a nice walk on the beach.  You will feel so refreshed and happy on a day that is so special…Thanksgiving!  Eat healthy, play safe, be thankful, enjoy your holiday, and don’t forget to spend quality time with your loved ones.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Vacation on Hanalei Bay

Hanalei Bay in my opinion is among the top beaches in the world.  It is the largest bay on the north shore of Kauaʻi island in Hawaii. The town of Hanalei is at the mid-point of the bay.

Hanalei Bay consists of nearly two miles of beach, surrounded by mountains. In the summer, the bay is like glass, offering excellent mooring for sailboats, stand up paddle boarding and swimming. The Princeville community overlooks from the northeast entrance to the bay of Hanalei river, 22°12′52″N 159°29′52″W / 22.21444°N 159.49778°W / 22.21444; -159.49778Coordinates: 22°12′52″N 159°29′52″W / 22.21444°N 159.49778°W / 22.21444; -159.49778. During the winter the surf becomes large and is a favorite surf location.

The Hanalei Pier was first built in 1892 to help Hanalei farmers move their taro crops to market. The covered pier’s location near the mouth of the Hanalei River and Black Pot beach has long been a favorite family gathering place for fishing, picnicking, swimming, and playing.  Hanalei Bay Sunset

On April 5, 1824, King Kamehameha II’s royal yacht, Pride of Hawaii, sank near the mouth of the Waiʻoli River, 22°12′14″N 159°30′37″W / 22.20389°N 159.51028°W / 22.20389; -159.51028 (Waioli River mouth), on the southwest corner of the bay after its crew struck a five-foot deep reef a hundred yards offshore. It is believed the captain and crew were drunk at the time. A large section of the ship’s hull washed ashore in 1844 in a winter storm surge, but most of this historic wreck remains buried in silt in the bay. In 1995-2000, archaeologists from the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History excavated the wreck and recovered more than 1,200 artifacts. During this excavation, a 40 foot section of the stern was discovered, documented, and then re-buried where it was discovered.[1]

Japanese author Haruki Murakami wrote a short story entitled “Hanalei Bay” set in the area. The story is included in the collection Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman.

This is why Hanalei vacation rentals have become so popular over the years.  You’ll find a variety of accommodations in Kauai at price ranges that fit every budget.  So whether you come alone for business, with family, or friends Allure Kauai Vacation Rentals have a perfect place for you.

Hawaii Ocean Film Festival

The Hawaii Ocean Film Festival combines the power of the ocean with the voices and visions of people around the globe to express their love of the ocean.  Embracing culture and community, sport and spirit, the ocean theme opens the door for interpretation of the environment, its issues and sciences, or water sports activities.  From below the sea, to the salty air above the wild surf, films at past events covered a vast array of topics.  Adventure stories, extreme sports, environmental documentaries, and short films find an audience in Hawaii, and hopefully, around the world!   Special thanks to Malama Hawaii and the Nature Conservancy.  

About the Festival 

As new technology moves into the classroom, community stations, and home computers, oung people are finding their voice, expressing their creativitiy, and building their academic skills at the same time.To nurture youth’s interpretation of their commitment to preserving our coral reefs, beaches, fish populations, and to show the solutions to protect and restore our ocean resources for future generations. 

Hawaii Ocean Film Festival begins Saturday, August 29, 2009

Featuring films about marine resources, ocean recreation and cultural connections to the sea.  Independent filmmakers from around the world have contributed to this event.Each year Kauai filmmakers showcase their works.  A dear friend, Brady Cushway is a favorite local filmmaker that the festival seeks to embrace. Brady’s self taught talent, love for the ocean, and his life in Wainiha is explained only through music to tell the story.  This year his film ‘Brady’s Wrrld – Respect’ encompasses some of the dangers ocean users encounter. There will be many other local filmmakers at the festival.  So we encourage you to be there after sunset in Waipa, one mile past Hanalei.  The entry cost is $5.  For those especially who love Hawaii and the ocean – this is a one of a kind event that is worth a visit.  

Choose to stay in a nearby Kauai vacation rental for convenience to this years Ocean Film Festival in Waipa.  Hanalei Bay rentals are ideal and located just about 5 minutes away from the event.  Maybe you opt for a condo rental in Princeville or a Haena vacation home rental.  These are perfect Kauai accommodation options available.  Discounted rates apply to select rentals.  

Kauai is a tropical Pacific paradise and one of the most romantic places on earth. Thousands of couples visit the island to get married and spend quality time together every year. Several activities are available for the ultimate experience such as golfing, sightseeing, hiking and swimming. There are places that cater to special events that will truly give you the Kauai wedding and honeymoon worth remembering. (more…)