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Kauai
Where to play, eat, and stay in the Hawaiian Islands

By Mike Harrelson

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LESS DEVELOPED than Maui and Oahu and known as the Garden Isle for its abundant rainfall and lush flora, Kauai exudes a mellow vibe. If it's surf you're seeking, go to the north shore in winter and the south shore in summer. Hikers will groove on the views in Waimea Canyon.

>> ACTIVITIES Take surfing lessons from seven-time world champion Margo Oberg in the gentle peelers just off Poipu Beach at Kiahuna ($96 for a 90-minute private lesson, $48 per person for groups; Margo Oberg's School of Surfing, 808-742-8019, www.brenneckes.com).

Hike the 6.5-mile Awaawapuhi Trail in Waimea Canyon State Park (808-274-3444, www.hawaii.gov/dlnr/dsp/kauai.html).

Sea kayak the mangrove-banked, fern-shrouded Wailua River with Wailua Kayak Adventures (rentals, $25; $85 for a five-hour hiking and kayaking tour; 808-822-5795, www.kauaiwailuakayak.com).

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>> FOOD Try the coconut shrimp in a Thai chile plum sauce at Zelo's Beach House (808-826-9700, www.zelosbeachhouse.com).

Duane's Ono-Char Burger (808-822-9181) is known for its Local Boy: a teriyaki burger with cheddar and pineapple. >> LODGING Hanalei Colony Resort ($215 per night for up to four people; 800-628-3004, www.hcr.com) on the verdant north shore has 48 two-bedroom beachfront condos.

At Hyatt Regency Kauai's Camp Hyatt, kids ages three to 12 learn hula and lei-making ($395 per night; Camp Hyatt, $55 per day; 808-742-1234, www.kauai-hyatt.com).

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