Consider Kauai, the least crowded of the major Hawaiian islands. Want to hear 10 reasons why?
You and your kids may really enjoy simple snorkeling. Just put on mask or goggles at any beach and watch the colorful fish.
2. There are sheltered beaches for kids on the sunny south side.
3. Outfitters on the island offer zipline tours through the treetops and kayaking on scenic rivers and oceanfront.
4. You will see an amazing coast on Kauai's northwest side. Hollywood directors have found it and used it in movies like King Kong and Raiders of the Lost Ark. You can see it from a boat or helicopter, or even from a kayak if you relish an athletic challenge.
5. Your frequent-flyer miles may be able to get you there.
7. If you like scuba diving, you'll like the fact that outfitters tend to operate more safely under U.S. liability laws than in other, non-U.S. tropical locations.
7. Kauai is the least crowded of the major Hawaiian islands. This is great depending on whether you like or hate crowds.
8. Endangered wild life such as monk seals and sea turtles can be found in or near the beaches. Be careful not to touch! But do bring your camera.
9. You can find out all about Niihau, the neighboring island forbidden to outsiders for nearly 100 years, 17 miles away.
10. Worried about funding a vacation? Using U.S. currency at a U.S. tropical destination may be quite a benefit for you.
