In September of 1995, I spent a month on Kauai, as the major portion of my sabbatical. Days were spent hiking, snorkeling, reading novels, figuring out jig saw puzzles (when it was raining), exploring and just generally relaxing. I rented an apartment in Hanalei that was just perfect for what I wanted/needed. Below are a few photos that remind me of why I love the island.
On the trail to the rainiest spot on earth.
This was as far up the trail as we could get.
The river is subject to flash floods and beyond
this point,
there's nowhere to run if the rain begins.
The Spouting Horn near Poipu.
A view of the Napali coast from a snorkel boat.
A passion flower, along a hiking trail.
Jessica hiking through some scratchy grasses above
the Napali coast.
Creek in Waimea Canyon.
Sunset over Niihau (taken from Waimea Canyon).
The view of Kee beach from the Kalalau trail.
