Did you know that Hawaii's Duke Kahanamoku broke the world record in the 100-yard freestyle during his very first competition? The prodigious Duke went on to win Olympic gold in the 100-meter freestyle and silver in the relay in 1912. He also won two gold medals in 1920 and won a silver medal at ageDid you know that Hawaii's Duke Kahanamoku broke the world record in the 100-yard freestyle during his very first competition? The prodigious Duke went on to win Olympic gold in the 100-meter freestyle and silver in the relay in 1912. He also won two gold medals in 1920 and won a silver medal at age 34 in the 1924 Olympics.…see moresee less
of the islands i've been to so far, this one was the most lush and green, and least populated. you can take a car ride throughout the island and the scenery is spectacular!
Wailua Falls, just north of Lihue, is a step off the beaten path. Located at the south end of the Wailua River, it cascades into two streams, dropping 80-feet below. Some even say the distance is more accurately described as 200 feet.