Kauai GPS Tour Guide for the iPhone (FREE Download Codes)

Kauai GPS Tour Guide is a virtual tour guide that talks to you as you drive around Kauai. Using the GPS built into the iPhone, the Tour Guide knows exactly where you are and alerts you to hidden beaches, scenic lookouts, historic sites, hikes, farmers markets and many other Kauai attractions.

The Kauai GPS Tour Guide is the first and only App of its kind available to Kauai visitors. It’s like having an island resident drive with you to tell you about the island. Unlike a guide book where you’re constantly flipping through pages trying to figure out where you are and what’s around you, the Tour Guide tells you about hidden places, and guides you to difficult-to-find attractions. For example, the Tour Guide will tell you where to find parking for Tunnels beach, show you the location of the Queen’s Bath, and provide important safety guidance, and tell you about movies filmed in the area you’re driving through.

The Tour Guide includes over 200 points of interest and uses a real human voice – not a computer generated one. The application also includes comprehensive information about Kauai’s beaches, weather and surf forecasts, driving directions, Kauai background information for tourists including detailed ocean safety guidelines, and select activity and restaurant recommendations.

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Kauai Resorts

Kauai, nicknamed the Garden Island, is known for its beautiful scenery, miles of beaches, and laid back style. The island has a two resort areas – Princeville on the north shore, and Poipu on the south shore. Although there are several hotels, Kauai caters largely to condominium style vacationing with dozens of options on the north, east and south coasts. This article will give you an idea of the choices available on the island.

Located next to the St. Regis hotel in Princeville is the distinctively modern looking Puu Poa condo complex. At over 1800 square feet the units at Puu Poa are large and very comfortable, some featuring two lanais, or one lanai and a sun room. Puu Poa is perched on a cliff and all the units have fantastic ocean views. In the winter months you can whale watch right from your Lanai. Hideaways beach is located below the cliff, and offers snorkeling in the summer months.

On the South shore in Poipu is Kuhio Shores, one of Kauai’s favorite oceanfront condominiums. Kuhio Shores is situated about as close to the ocean as you can get in Kauai. Fortunately the off shore reef ensures that condo is kept safe from big waves. Kuhio Shores is located directed beside Lawai beach, a small beach that has good snorkeling and a short stroll from Baby beach, a nice beach for infants.

Another oceanfront complex in Poipu is Poipu Shores, a 5 minute walk from Poipu Beach. Poipu Shores is built around Lava rocks on the ocean. Waves crashing against the rocks just feet from the building make for some magical moments, especially for those lounging at the pool who may get hit by ocean spray. Like Kuhio Shores, all the units at Poipu Shores have ocean views.

Located almost next to Poipu Shores is Nihi Kai Villas featuring mature grounds with fruit trees and many interesting plants, a couple tennis courts, a nice BBQ area, and a pool and kids wading pool. Some of the units at Nihi Kai Villas have amazing ocean views, sweeping down the coastline past Poipu Beach. Nihi Kai Villas are only a couple minute walk from Poipu Beach park.

If you don’t need ocean views but have a desire for a very comfortable, air conditioned units, the Regency at Poipu Kai Resort is the answer. Spacious and inviting with large grounds, these newer condos even have units with 3 bedrooms plus loft. Regency is a short walk from Poipu Beach Park, Brennecke Beach, and Shipwreck beach and the Hyatt Resort.

Poipu Sands is another condo development within the Poipu Kai resort, located right beside the Grand Hyatt Hotel and Shipwreck beach. With large units, some with ocean views, a lovely pool and its own tennis court, Poipu Sands is a great choice for families with children. Guests can also take advantage of Poipu Kai Resorts’ 9 court tennis facility, located a 10 minute walk away.

For those seeking luxury in a quiet intimate setting, Whalers Cove in Poipu is one of the finest. This oceanfront resort features very large 2 bedroom units, large lanais, and excellent ocean views. The resort includes a heated infinity pool, hot tub, and BBQ area. The resort is nearby Baby beach and about a 7 minute walk from Lawai beach. Popiu Beach Park and Kiahuna beach are a 5 minute drive away.

If you’re unsure about whether to stay on the north or south shore, splitting your stay is a great way to explore the island. Poipu is close to Waimea Canyon, one of Kauai’s most popular tourist attractions. And while staying on the north side you’ll be able to explore the miles of uncrowded beaches.

Guest post written by Amy Grant

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

As a family of Disney fanatics, we’ve been anxiously awaiting the opening of Disney’s newest hotel, Aulani Resort & Spa. Unfortunately, as of right now you’re not able to visit the hotel grounds if you’re not a registered guest, however, we are planning on staying there during the girls’ next school break and we’re so excited!

Until then . . .

Built on 21 acres adjacent to a crystal blue lagoon and a white-sand beach in Ko Olina, Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, will feature 359 hotel rooms and 481 two-bedroom equivalent Disney Vacation Club villas upon its completion. Rooms are housed in two 15-story towers with commanding views of the ocean, mountains and magnificent grounds. On-site are two restaurants, an 18,000-square-foot spa, a wedding lawn, a conference center and extensive water activities, including a central swimming pool, 900-foot tube floating watercourse, wading pool, body slides, sunset-facing hot tubs, a quiet adult pool, a snorkel lagoon, and a conservation pool. Aulani will also include a signature kids’ club – Aunty’s Beach House – where kids can explore Hawaiian culture through fun and games, arts and crafts, and many other experiences created just for them.

The resort will also offer excursions that invite families to discover the island of Oahu. Guests can enjoy one-of-a-kind adventures that blend the wonders and excitement of Hawaii with the Disney tradition of storytelling, choosing from a variety of experiences that include surfing, rainforest hiking and learning how to prepare Hawaiian cuisine.

Information courtesy of Disney

Our Independence Day Staycation

Every 4th of July we say that we’re going to do something special to celebrate. However, we usually just end up at either my parent’s or sister’s house for a little get together. Don’t get me wrong, we have a great time! However, just once we wanted to see a spectacular fireworks show. So last year on the 4th of July, we called and made reservations at the Ala Moana Hotel which faces Magic Island – home to the state’s largest fireworks show.

We had to pay a little more than we planned because in order to get a guaranteed view of the show we needed to be in a 1-bedroom suite. And when we walked in to the room, we could see why. Just check out this view from our balcony!

The next day we headed to the Ala Moana Beach Park for a little picnic. They have some pretty awesome views here, too!

We decided to feed the fish before heading back.

However, Kaila decided she’d rather eat the bread.

We had such a great time that we’ve already booked our room for 4th of July 2012!

What did you do to celebrate Independence Day?

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