Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Christian Riso Fine Arts
ART GALLERY
(
742-2555; 5400 Koloa Rd; 9am-9pm Tue-Sun)
Browsers are welcome at this informal
gallery of paintings and drawings by island artists, fine jewelry (including Niʻihau shell
necklaces) and fun collectibles like handpainted walking sticks and some rather fabulous
antique masks. The shop specializes in custom framing using Hawaiian hardwoods such
as koa and kamani.
Pohaku T's
CLOTHING
stocked shop specializes in Kauaʻi-made clothing, crafts and island-themed tees and
tanks. Signature shirt designs feature classic island themes (petroglyphs,
honu
and navig-
ational maps) on stonewashed or overdyed colors. Cotton aloha shirts are locally hand-
sewn yet affordable.
Information
First Hawaiian Bank
(
742-1642; 3506 Waikomo Rd)
At the east end of town.
Post Office
(
800-275-8777; 5485 Koloa Rd)
Serves both Koloa and Poʻipu.
Getting There & Away
From the west, Koloa Rd (Hwy 530), which runs between Lawaʻi and Koloa, is the best
way in and out. From Lihuʻe, take the scenic Maluhia Rd (Hwy 520) through the en-
chanting
Tree Tunnel
.
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Poʻipu
POP 979
Poʻipu (which ironically translates as 'completely overcast' - don't worry, it isn't) is
world renowned for its easy-access beaches and is somewhat drier and sunnier than the
North Shore. But it's not just the climate that differs. While the north has a wilder feel -
not to mention a certain hippie chic, cooler-than-thou quality - Poʻipu is just a simple,
pleasant resort town, with condos galore, two aging yet still grand resorts, as well as
some hidden, gorgeously wild beaches that rival the island's best scenery. It's ideal for
families - especially those with young children, as several of the beaches are sheltered
and the sea safe for
keiki
. And know that the quality of Poʻipu sunsets is reflected in the
