Crescent-shaped Hanalei Bay is a sparkling jewel on the north shore of Kauai, the oldest of the five major Hawaiian islands. The nearly 2 miles of white sand beach and turquoise waters include breath-taking sunsets and a historic pier originally built in 1892. A low-key quiet stretch of the Hawaiian coast, Hanalei Bay was ranked as the No. 1 beach in the United States due to its stunning views, clean tropical water, and laid-back atmosphere.

As you approach the town of Hanalei, you drive by taro fields and enter a small eclectic two-block town nestled between the Bay and the 4000’ mountains with more than 7 white waterfalls plummeting from Mount Namolokama. While small, this friendly town features fantastic restaurants serving everything from Kauai coffee and pastries to ramen or burgers as well as favorites like tropical shave ice. Hollywood has recognized the uniqueness of Hanalei Bay by filming classic movies there such as “South Pacific” and “The Descendants” with George Clooney. Dazzling double rainbows, gorgeous beaches, crystal clear water, intense green landscapes, and sun mixed with cooling rain mists make this a place you will return to time and time again.