Kauai Island

No matter whether you’re an adventure hound or prefer to vacation poolside with a stack of books, you’re going to be spending the majority of your time in Kauai outdoors. Essentials include rubber flip-flops, a bathing suit (or two), shorts, and plenty of sunscreen. Kauai’s climate is tropical and depending on the time of year you may experience showers or even a downpour. However, umbrellas are rarely seen in Kauai; instead bring a lightweight hooded rain jacket or poncho and plan on ducking under a palm tree. Restaurants are primarily resort casual, though men may want a light jacket or nice shirt and gals may want to bring strappy sandals or heels for the highest-end dining experiences.