The Hawaii Traveler

You’ve no doubt seen bumper stickers and other materials with some version of the line art figure above. Called “honu” by Hawaiians and the Hawaii-friendly, it’s a representation of the green sea turtle, an endangered species you’re bound to see while snorkeling in Kaua’i.
Hawaii is the Endangered Species Capital of the World. With 100s of plants and animals listed as Endangered or Threatened, there are more endangered species per square mile on these islands than any other place on the planet. Arguably one of the best places to glimpse one of these endangered creatures is at Tunnels …read more

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Glass Beach in Kaua’i has strong currents, dangerous shorebreak, high surf, a sudden drop-off, sharp coral, and slippery rocks. It’s near a trash dump, and is hard to find. The view is industrial, and pretty bleak. Why would you want to go there? Maybe you would, maybe you wouldn’t, depending on how much you’re interested in sea glass. Think back to the name, Glass Beach. Catch my drift?Glass Beach is home to one of the rare natural sources of sea glass; the Hawaiian variety being more desirable …read more

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I am Mr. Roarke Jody Reale, your host.
Friends, Readers, and Passersby, it’s the beginning of a new month, and a new week. And in the spirit of new beginnings, I’d like to kick off Kaua’i Week. This week, we’ll be focusing on my favorite island: its history, its features, its quirks, and even a word or two about its shortcomings.
Just to give you a taste of what’s to come this week, keep in mind that Kaua’i isn’t just the quiet little Garden Isle in the Pacific. It’s an ecological and tourism gem, home to some of the most …read more

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