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Obviously, the only timely way to get to
Kauai is by plane. However, if you have a little time, you can
take a cruise from Vancouver,
Ensenada, or California on a variety of cruise
lines. It takes about 5 days to cross the
ocean and then you usually have another 5 or 6 glorious days, cruising around the islands
before final arrival. That can be a great way to visit, although you are limited in the time of year you
can travel (usually spring & autumn). All the islands are lovely and many people enjoy
taking that route.
For quick arrival (I'm always in a
hurry to get there), you've got to fly. Several airlines fly to the islands,
however, not that many travel non-stop to Kauai on a daily
basis. I have often wished that more
carriers did fly to Kauai, but then I must remind myself that one of the things I love about Kauai is its uncrowded,
unspoiled environment and 20 non-stop flights to paradise from
the mainland each
day would certainly take it's toll.
Some people like working directly with the
airlines for their flights. Some like to use a travel agent or a bulk re-saler
to get the best fares. Others like booking online with
companies like Cheap Tickets or Hotwire. I have done all three. There
are often really good deals on flights to Hawaii, if you can
just find them.
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Major airlines serving
the island:
I used to list which airlines flew
where, but with airlines going bankrupt left and right, it
seems to change on a weekly basis. |
For those who have
asked: Hawaii, being one of the United States of America,
has the same passport/visa requirements as the continental
United States. If you need a passport to visit New York, you'll
need one to visit Hawaii.
US citizens need only
their drivers license or other ID that proves citizenship.
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