Author Topic: Kauai, HI Master Thread (Read 832547 times)

AJK · « **Reply #2660 on:** June 21, 2017, 10:23:24 AM »

Quote from: Dan on June 16, 2017, 04:40:50 PM

Thanks for reaching out. Good job on the email.

lunatic · « **Reply #2661 on:** June 22, 2017, 09:19:24 PM »

Speaking of emails, does anyone have an email address for the manager of the GHK? I see Kayla H on trip adviser as responding to comments as manager

lunatic · « **Reply #2662 on:** June 22, 2017, 09:25:48 PM »

Bam! Google is awesome https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-butz-4950455/

sdaf70 · « **Reply #2663 on:** June 22, 2017, 11:01:01 PM »

Staying at the GH 6/28 - two rooms for two nights for the family thanks to the Chase card bonus - any tips for getting suite upgrades I've been reading about in this thread?

Also looking for tips on best hikes/beaches welcome as well as kosher groceries idea

PBaruch · « **Reply #2664 on:** June 23, 2017, 02:39:39 PM »

Quote from: sdaf70 on June 22, 2017, 11:01:01 PM

Staying at the GH 6/28 - two rooms for two nights for the family thanks to the Chase card bonus - any tips for getting suite upgrades I've been reading about in this thread?

Also looking for tips on best hikes/beaches welcome as well as kosher groceries idea

There are many good trip reports that you can read which should answer most if not all of your questions. Start here first:

http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=2882.0

lunatic · « **Reply #2665 on:** July 04, 2017, 01:53:48 AM »

Anyone need a toaster on July 6

penina · « **Reply #2666 on:** July 04, 2017, 01:34:43 PM »

Hi,
Has anyone stayed at the Marriott Kauai Lagoon resort?

Shneur · « **Reply #2667 on:** July 13, 2017, 10:00:10 PM »

Staying at the GHK in August, I read through the thread many times but didn't seem to get a clear answer, seems like everyone had different opinions RE the kosher food situation at the GHK.
1. Any reason for me to email the hotel beforehand that I'm coming and eat only kosher food? Especially now that they stopped storing frozen kosher meals.
2. Should I order food from the GHK kosher menu? Or is it worth the extra $$ to order straight from Oahu Kosher every couple days?
3. How much can I rely on the walmart or safeway there (don't have costco membership, even if there is one)?
Thanks in advance for all your help!

mochjas · « **Reply #2668 on:** July 13, 2017, 10:12:03 PM »

Quote from: Shneur on July 13, 2017, 10:00:10 PM

Staying at the GHK in August, I read through the thread many times but didn't seem to get a clear answer, seems like everyone had different opinions RE the kosher food situation at the GHK.
1. Any reason for me to email the hotel beforehand that I'm coming and eat only kosher food? Especially now that they stopped storing frozen kosher meals.
2. Should I order food from the GHK kosher menu? Or is it worth the extra $$ to order straight from Oahu Kosher every couple days?
3. How much can I rely on the walmart or safeway there (don't have costco membership, even if there is one)?
Thanks in advance for all your help!

1 no
2 it's probably cheaper and better to order from Oahu kosher
3 you can get anything you get at a regular Walmart/Safeway in the states

Dan · « **Reply #2669 on:** July 13, 2017, 10:13:39 PM »

Quote from: mochjas on July 13, 2017, 10:12:03 PM

1 no
2 it's probably cheaper and better to order from Oahu kosher
3 you can get anything you get at a regular Walmart/Safeway in the states

2. Dunno if it will be cheaper after the delivery fee, but it will be fresher.
2. HI is a state

ushdadude · « **Reply #2670 on:** July 13, 2017, 10:16:57 PM »

if you buy from hotel they will heat it up for you

Shneur · « **Reply #2671 on:** July 13, 2017, 10:18:09 PM »

Quote from: Dan on July 13, 2017, 10:13:39 PM

2. Dunno if it will be cheaper after the delivery fee, but it will be fresher.
2. HI is a state

Lol

thanks for the info.. Also, are they easy to deal with when requesting to give a 2nd refrigerator for the room?

SSLPhD · « **Reply #2672 on:** July 13, 2017, 10:27:13 PM »

Quote from: Shneur on July 13, 2017, 10:00:10 PM

Staying at the GHK in August, I read through the thread many times but didn't seem to get a clear answer, seems like everyone had different opinions RE the kosher food situation at the GHK.
1. Any reason for me to email the hotel beforehand that I'm coming and eat only kosher food? Especially now that they stopped storing frozen kosher meals.
2. Should I order food from the GHK kosher menu? Or is it worth the extra $$ to order straight from Oahu Kosher every couple days?
3. How much can I rely on the walmart or safeway there (don't have costco membership, even if there is one)?
Thanks in advance for all your help!

Others responded while I was typing, but here's my slightly expanded version.

1. What would you hope to get out of it?

2. The food we ordered inter-island from Oahu Kosher came frozen, and you have to pick it up at the airport. It's my understanding that Oahu Kosher only prepares food to order, so direct from them will almost certainly be fresher.

3. You can get the usual items at Safeway and Walmart, with Safeway being better for food, and having a small "kosher" section, where you can get grape juice and some other items.

Re refrigerator, we asked, but never got one (there for a week), as they were in use. Cooler with ice for things like drinks works well.

Dan · « **Reply #2673 on:** July 13, 2017, 10:31:10 PM »

Quote from: ushdadude on July 13, 2017, 10:16:57 PM

if you buy from hotel they will heat it up for you

True. And you can eat in a restaurant if that's your thing.

Dan · « **Reply #2674 on:** July 13, 2017, 10:32:01 PM »

Quote from: Shneur on July 13, 2017, 10:18:09 PM

Lol thanks for the info.. Also, are they easy to deal with when requesting to give a 2nd refrigerator for the room?

Very tough to get a 2nd fridge, even if they say in advance that they'll have one for you.
Might pay to just buy a mini fridge along with a toaster

Shneur · « **Reply #2675 on:** July 13, 2017, 10:43:10 PM »

Finally some clarity! Thanks all for your help! Will report back what happens with a 2nd fridge...

@Yehuda · « **Reply #2676 on:** July 14, 2017, 09:11:42 AM »

Quote from: Dan on July 13, 2017, 10:31:10 PM

True. And you can eat in a restaurant if that's your thing.

Eating in Tidepools over the ponds was really nice... #memories

shaulyaakov · « **Reply #2677 on:** July 14, 2017, 10:46:41 AM »

Quote from: mochjas on July 13, 2017, 10:12:03 PM

1 no
2 it's probably cheaper and better to order from Oahu kosher
3 you can get anything you get at a regular Walmart/Safeway in the states

Note that if you have get a Costco giftcard, you are allowed to go to Costco, and pay for anything over the GC with a Visa/Cash. So it might be worth it to buy a GC, and if you don't use it, you can use it on mainland or try to resell it.

3yummyboys · « **Reply #2678 on:** July 17, 2017, 08:29:57 AM »

Quote from: shaulyaakov on July 14, 2017, 10:46:41 AM

Note that if you have get a Costco giftcard, you are allowed to go to Costco, and pay for anything over the GC with a Visa/Cash. So it might be worth it to buy a GC, and if you don't use it, you can use it on mainland or try to resell it.

Or you can go straight to customer service and buy it, then use it on the spot

shaulyaakov · « **Reply #2679 on:** July 17, 2017, 08:41:42 AM »

Quote from: 3yummyboys on July 17, 2017, 08:29:57 AM

Or you can go straight to customer service and buy it, then use it on the spot

I think only members can buy gift cards.

Name	Area	More Info	Comments
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Grand Hyatt Kauai	South side	Website	Generally considered to be the top hotel on Kauai, and countless DDF'ers have stayed there. The weather is perfect year-round, it's right by Poipu beach, and you drive through an awesome tree tunnel to get there. There are countless pools and exotic birds all around.
St. Regis Princeville	North side	Website	Another beautiful hotel, this is an SPG category 7. The setting of the SRP is absolutely breathtaking, with the ocean crashing on the cliffs below and the waterfall-filled mountains in the background. The views from the rooms are unparalleled, but most rooms have no balconies.
Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas	North side	Website	SPG category 6.
Sheraton Kauai Resort	South side	Website	SPG category 5.
"Get your own place"	Anywhere	Website	There are countless condos, timeshares, or villas available to rent on the island. The advantages are that you get more for your money - a couple of bedrooms, living/dining rooms, and a full kitchen. There will usually be a pool, sometimes even a private one. Additionally, they're often cheaper than a hotel. There are many places to find them - HomeAway Kauai VRBO Kauai Airbnb Kauai, etc.

Name	Area	Comments
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Poipu	South side	This beach is right by the GHK. Full amenities (lifeguard, showers, etc.). Snorkeling is amazing here, especially in the morning. Sea turtles and the critically endangered Hawaiian monk seal are commonly seen here. Gorgeous sunsets.
Ke'e	North side	This beach is the gateway to the famous Kalalau Trail. The view from here is amazing, looking out over the majestic Na Pali cliffs. Great snorkeling, with a large fringing reef. This beach could be deadly winter, when 20-foot waves crash onto shore. However, at times it's perfectly calm. Use common sense. The beach is part of Hāʻena State Park
Tunnels	North side	Beautiful crescent beach, with a lovely view of "Puff the Magic Dragon" mountain. Great snorkeling, and beautiful sunrises. May be dangerous in winter.
Lumahai	North side	Very pretty beach, where they filmed South Pacific. Extremely dangerous winter.
Polihale	West side	17 solid miles of uninterrupted sand. Fairly remote, and accessible only via dirt and sand road, so 4WD is preferred. Unswimmable most of the year, but the area called Queens Pond is safe all year round. Since it's so huge, you could easily find a secluded spot. Great view of the south side of Na Pali, with amazing sunsets.
Queen's Bath	North side	This is a rocky beach by the cliffs under Princeville. Very cool during the summer, when you could swim in a rock pool with the fish, but absolutely deadly during the winter (people die there all the time).
Kalalau	North side	One of the most beautiful beaches in the entire world. Unfortunately, it's only accessible via one of the most difficult and most dangerous hikes in the world, the Kalalau Trail.
Honopū	North side	Another one of the top ten beaches in the world. The only way to get there is by swimming - from Kalalau beach !
Hanalei Bay	North side	A beautiful crescent beach with wonderful views. Mediocre snorkeling, but safe even in the winter. Very predictable waves, so this is the top spot for learning to surf or paddle. Breathtaking sunrises and sunsets.
Secret	North side	Relatively secluded beach, and needs a bit of a hike to get there.
Lydgate	East side	A fully protected beach, with pretty good snorkeling. Great for little kids, but is usually very busy.
Nawiliwili	East side	Boring beach, but the park of the the side is a nice place to stop for lunch and watch the kitesurfers.
Kapa'a	East side	Another relatively boring beach, but a nice place to have lunch if you're in Kapa'a.

Name	Area	Comments
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Activity	Comments
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Helicopter tours	Easily the most expensive activity on Kauai, and easily the most amazing. You get to see otherwise inaccessible places - among others, you fly into Waimea Canyon, along the stunning Na Pali coast, and into the crater of the extinct Mount Waiʻaleʻale, now the wettest place on earth. It's an experience that could simply not be matched. Blue Hawaiian is the most popular and usually recommended. Jack Harter also flies amazing doors-off tours, which are wet, windy, and exhilirating .
Powered hang gliding	This is a unique flight lesson (counts a flying time for a pilot's license) in what's basically a motorized tricycle with wings. Supposed to be tremendous fun. Offered by Birds in Paradise.
Waimea Canyon	Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed diam nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore magna aliquam erat volutpat. Ut wisi enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exerci tation ullamcorper suscipit lobortis nisl ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat.
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Hanalei Valley overlook
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