KAUI, Hawaii

Taro Ko Chip            
Great Freshly made Taro Chips.  Located on the first bend as you enter the town of Hanepepe on the way to Waimea Valley. 3940 Hanapepe Road (808) 335-5586

Hamura’s Saimin Stand
The most local bowl of saimin (noodle soup) that you can have in Hawaii. Also has great shaved ice for desert. Located in the town of Lihu’e. 2956 Kress Street (off of Rice Street). (808) 245-3271

Opakapaka and Onaga
Will not be available May 1 to September 30 due to a fishing ban on these fishes. Great tender snapper fish. A Dr. Lum Favorite!

Island Art Gallery                            
Great Hawaiian prints and art work. 3814 Hanapepe Road.

Beach Time                                       
Best time of the day to swim in the ocean is in the early morning. Later in the day the surf and waves tend to pick up. Also important for snorkeling trips and other water activities. Swim shirts can help to protect your skin. Available at Long’s Drugs.

Best time of year                              
May/September/October. Good weather lower rates. Aloha Week festival in September. With kids early June.
www.alternative-hawaii.com
List of Free local activities. Listing for all islands.

www.honoluluadvertiser.com
Look under entertainment for weekend special events.

www.gohawaii.com
Official Hawaii Visitors Bureau web site.

www.hawaiiradiotv.com/puka
List of a ton of Hawaii Web sites.
 

www.dakine.net                                 
Has pictures of some of the top spots and quick reviews.

http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com/specials/bestrestaurants08/index    
Best local restaurant reviews.

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Randall T. Lum, O.D.         (650) 589-7198                More Tips online @ www.LumOptometry.com