Monday, July 18, 2011

Poipu Beach -- Kauai

I'm trying to post this using an unsecured internet signal that isn't worth a darn. I hope I can get it finished before it goes away. We're at a camp ground on top of a mountain overlooking the Anza-Borrego Desert. Just about as different from the photos below as possible.
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If you look at any list of "The World's Best Beaches," Poipu Beach is sure to be on it. In some surveys it's rated as the best all around beach anywhere. It has two crescent shaped beachs separated by a small sandbar and protected by a barrier reef.  It was the most crowded place we saw on Kauai, but "crowded" is a relative term, because there really weren't very many people there. Somehow, I got there without my good camera and had to use my p&s. I think you can still see the beauty of the place.

View to the right

View to the left

View to the middle



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  1. pennyJuly 18, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    Wow is such an understatement.. I am in awe of this beautiful Poipu beach.. your photos are fantastic, Pat.

    I want to be the one lying in the shade under the coconut tree.

    be well, be happy
    Pam

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  2. Alex J. CavanaughJuly 18, 2011 at 5:28 AM

    Looks like a beautiful place. Compared to Carolina beaches, not crowded at all.

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  3. UnknownJuly 18, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    A really beautiful beach Patrick.
    Costas

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  4. SarahJuly 18, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    absolutely stunning! Look at all the blue! You can stop teasing now... :)

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  5. BuddJuly 18, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    love the pics.

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  6. Oilfield TrashJuly 18, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Great pictures.

    I think I could retire on that beach.

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  7. diane reneJuly 18, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    we own time on Kauai at Poipu Point. I LOVE it there but I do not frequent that particular beach when we go. hubby says the beach is not barefoot friendly (in the water), so I prefer to relax at the beach pool the resort has.
    of the larger islands tho, Kauai is my absolute favorite when it comes to scenery and relaxation :)

    beautiful pictures!

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  8. Esther MontgomeryJuly 18, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    I think I'd get bored.

    Why are you on top of a mountain?

    Esther

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  9. Ren- Lady Of The ArtsJuly 18, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Those are really great photos- love to read about your vacation travels- I hope you continue to enjoy your safe (Mountain/Desert) trip.

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  10. Betty ManousosJuly 18, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    beautiful blue!
    lovely shots!
    i wish i were there now...
    have a great week ahead, Pat.

    betty

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  11. Baby SisterJuly 18, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    Simply stunning. Enjoy!!

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  12. ReenaJuly 18, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Never would I leave!

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  13. Ms. AJuly 18, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    For heaven's sake, please tell me what kind of P&S you use! Those are amazing photos!

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  14. Brian's Home BlogJuly 18, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    I'm still daydreaming about being there!

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  15. California GirlJuly 18, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    I've not been to Poipu but I think the beaches of Laguna are some of the prettiest ever. At least, to my memory and happy times.

    I also love Bermuda!

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  16. LolamouseJuly 18, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    I wish I had stowed away in your suitcase! It's SO PRETTY!!!

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  17. Ms. BeckyJuly 18, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    this is paradise. the person laying in the shade under the palm tree is one lucky person. great shots Pat. I hope you're having fun up on top of the mountain wherever you are. stay and be cool. :)

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  18. BelleJuly 18, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    A beautiful beach!

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  19. Rawknrobyn.blogspot.comJuly 18, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Breathtaking.
    xoRobyn

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  20. RebeccaJuly 18, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    absolutely stunning

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  21. AnonymousJuly 18, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    gorgeous. jealous, so jealous.

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  22. ChuckJuly 18, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    You're right...that is a beautiful beach. And I agree, it doesn't look very crowded as I define the word. I could really be back at a beach right now, for sure.

    Hope you're having fun on the latest "Pat Trip" and looking forward to seeing the sites through your lens when you get back.

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  23. Corvus VenJuly 18, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    hopefully you're going to share some desert pictures, too ^_^

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  24. Pat TillettJuly 18, 2011 at 10:19 PM

    Pam - thanks so much Pam! My photos really didn't do the place justice. I also loved that spot!

    Alex - It sure was. I don't think I saw a crowded place the entire time we were there.

    Costas - thanks Costas! I hope you are doing well.

    Sarah - Okay, only a couple more teases to come.

    Budd - Thanks so much Budd!

    Oilfield Trash - Thanks! I'm right there with you.

    diane - I envy you for the timeshare! Not to many "barefoot" friendly beaches on volcanic islands, that's for sure. I also love the place.

    Esther - Nah! Too much to do and see to get bored. I'm sitting on this mountain because it's one of my favorite places to "get away" to.

    Ren - Thanks Ren! I appreciate it. The mountain we were on and the desert we looked down at. We didn't go down there though. Today it was 108 there.

    Betty M - I agree with you Betty! I also wish I was there. You also have a great week.

    Baby Sister - Thanks so much!

    missing moments - I love it there, but I have a little trouble with the humidity.

    Ms A. - Thanks Ms A. The p&s is a Nikon S600.

    Brian - I'm with you!

    California Girl - I agree with you. I'm so lucky to have those beaches (Laguna), so close at hand.
    I haven't been to Bermuda yet.

    Lola - I didn't take very much with me, so you might have fit!

    Ms. Becky - I agree with you. I wanted to kick that person out of there. I was there for 6 days. We just got home a few hours ago.

    Belle - It sure is! I'd like to see it again very soon.

    Robyn - thanks Robyn! I'll be by as soon as I can...

    becca - It sure is! Thanks becca.

    willfulresemblance - Hey now, don't be jealous! Just hop on a plane.

    Chuck - Same with me. Great beaches are usually covered with people. that makes them not so great in my eyes. We had a blast. A lot of hiking, relaxing and reading.

    Ven - I'll share some from the high country, but it was too hot to go down the hill to the desert.

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  25. Sharon WagnerJuly 19, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    I have a photo of a monk seal and a sea turtle (lying on the beach) in the same shot. Did you see any?

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  26. Pat TillettJuly 19, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Sharon - We saw two monk seals at the little beach next to our condo and several sea turtles. I might post some photos of them but I think people might be getting burnt out on my Kauai photos.

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  27. DawnJuly 19, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    Oh!
    To be on that beach right now would be better than winning a lottery for me!
    I need beach time- and that one looks perfect.....

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  28. MarleneJuly 19, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    I could handle being there right now. You take the most interesting photos, Pat. I love the feelings they leave me with. :)

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  29. CheeseboyJuly 19, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Yeah, looks "packed"! Not really. Beautiful. I'd love to be there.

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  30. Pandorah's BoxJuly 19, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    That looks like paradise!

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  31. AnonymousJuly 19, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Oh no, I feel a creeping envy coming on. That blue, blue sky...

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  32. Lynette KillamJuly 19, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Great shots of a wonderful beach, Pat! I wouldn't mind being there, I must say...we're getting as much rain this July as we normally have in the spring and fall.

    Glad you're having a good time...I look forward to seeing some of your desert pictures when you're home...

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  33. SquirrelQueenJuly 21, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    Wow! What an absolutely gorgeous beach. For some reason I have always thought these beaches would be packed with beach towels and umbrellas. I'm amazed.

    Good for you on the word verification Pat, I got rid of it about a year ago. I should do a message like yours, maybe we can wipe it out!

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  34. Blue Wave 707July 21, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    Nice shots! :-)

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  35. FranciscaJuly 22, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Yup, I could spend some time on Poipu Beach. Lovely indeed. And yes, my blog is verification free. Wish everyone's was.

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