It doesn’t come as a surprise to find islands claiming at so many of the top spots on the recently released U.S. World and News Report’s “Best Honeymoon Destinations” list. Secluded and surrounded by soothing waters certainly sounds like a sensuous way to begin a life together.
And, knowing Kauai intimately, finding it at the very top of that list doesn’t surprise, either. What’s so special about Kauai? Here is an abbreviated list:
#1 – It comes by its nickname – The Garden Isle – quite honestly. Plants absolutely thrive here, especially on the rainy North Shore and the island’s verdant East Side. You will see trees, plants and flowers that just about knock your eyes out.
#2 – There’s incredible natural diversity on its mere 562 square miles. In contrast to the North Shore’s rain forest, you simply need to drive a couple of hours to the island’s West Side to find dry, almost desert-like weather. (While you’re there, be sure to check out beautiful Waimea Canyon – dubbed “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific” by Mark Twain.)
#3 – Last, but certainly not least, the edges of this little garden-oasis in the middle of the Pacific Ocean make up Kauai’s incredible beaches. Wherever you go on the island, you are absolutely assured to find a beautiful beach nearby.
What’s not so easy to find, however, is a Kauai beachfront condo to rent. While many rental units afford an ocean view, there’s a difference between “oceanfront” and “beachfront.” The former simply means you can see the ocean from the property – often from high atop a rocky cliff – while the latter means the property abuts a beach you can walk on.
For our money, the best Kauai beach condo resort is Kaha Lani – Hawaiian for “heavenly place” – located on the East Side of the island. Not only is it a beachfront location, it’s about a five-minute walk to the rock-enclosed ocean pool at Lydgate Park:
Kaha Lani is secluded, surrounded by soothing waters – not to mention stunning scenery – and most certainly a lovely place to spend a honeymoon or any other kind of Kauai vacation or holiday.