We are headed back to STJ July 1 - I just used the code and ordered one - thanks for the tip! Luckily we have never had a bad experience but it will be nice to not feel like someone always has to stay at the beach chairs while everyone else swims, snorkels or walks.

cocosmom, we like #3 at Cruz Views - it has been remodeled, has a great view, and a cool huge garden shower. #7 and #10 are also remodeled and on either end of the building if you want more privacy. #1 has been totally remodeled and is now called 'Bliss' but the rates went WAY up. All the units are ...

Thanks Nancy, we did try that but unfortunately we need both of their suites and one is rented for part of our stay. Very pretty place!

We can't wait to arrive on island July 1, we have already booked 5 nights at Cruz Views. We got such a great price, we could not resist, and that way we will be close to town for all of the Carnival festivities, parade and fireworks on the 4th. We are not leaving until July 9, though, so we want to ...

54b wrote:I like to bring a used FedEx box containing one ice skate and a blood stained volleyball.

I find that most of my fellow beach goers agree that the attempt at comedic relief more than made up for their momentary feelings of terror.

Haha I love it! Now that is funny stuff.

You should get a new ticker, Syd, and come back with us this summer!

I can hardly believe it, but we just returned from our first trip to Kauai, and all I can say is 'WOW!' We absolutely loved it and are already plotting our return. We stayed in a home in Princeville on the north shore, and fell in love with Hanalei and the north shore area in general. When I get pic...

Paul, Tracie and Katie from Michigan 7-1 to 7-9

How ironic that you posted this as we are going through the same thing with my 15 year old daughter and my sister's daughters as well. The girls found out that One Direction will be in Michigan this summer and they are excited beyond belief! We also did not have luck with Ticketmaster this morning s...

OK Leslie, I confess...I have no idea how to add a second ticker but I just wanted to see mine and see how close we were! I remember thinking we would just miss you...you should come back for Carnival!

Oops, just read part 1 of your trip report and got the information about your camera! Loved reading that part as well and the food pics are making me very hungry!

I loved your trip report and your pictures are fantastic! What camera are you using underwater?

Thanks for so many good suggestions and ideas! The slack key concerts on Maui were a highlight of our trip so I definitely bookmarked that one. I also love Vicki's blog and photos! A couple of other local, authentic activities that we found include the Waimea Visitor/Cultural Center, which offers wa...

Hi again everyone--Ron, we are trying to find a good catamaran trip of the Napali coast too. My concern about the boat trips is the number of reviews I see where everyone is severely seasick. We are not prone to seasickness but when you read it over and over you start to wonder. I'd hate to ruin the...

We are heading back to STJ July 1 :lol: so we will be there for this year's Carnival, aka Festival events. I can't find a schedule online. Does anyone know where I can get more info about what's happening that week? I know the parade and fireworks are always on July 4th but that's about it. Thanks f...