Don't be turned away by the Hawaiian translation of Lihue to "cold chill" because the average low never dips below 65 degrees even in the coldest of months
The emergence of the Hawaiian sugar industry in the early 1800s, spurred Lihue towards becoming an economic powerhouse in the islands
Don't be turned away by the Hawaiian translation of Lihue to "cold chill" because the average low never dips below 65 degrees even in the coldest of months
The emergence of the Hawaiian sugar industry in the early 1800s, spurred Lihue towards becoming an economic powerhouse in the islands. Investors from the mainland, poured money into the sugar industry and propelled Lihue towards being the most prosperous city in Hawaii. Currently, Lihue is a popular tourist destination; however, it continues to be an economic conglomerate in the region. As of 2010, Lihue was the second largest town on the Hawaiian Island of Kaua'i with a population of 6.455.
Moving to Lihue
Moving is already stressful, but it becomes even more stressful when you are moving to Hawaii. The logistics of transporting your vehicle(s), furniture and yourselves to one of the Islands is a headache waiting to happen. However, the perks of Hawaiian life such as the gorgeous beaches, spectacular weather year round and so much more make this process a little bit easier to stomach. If transporting a car from the mainland is too complicated, it should be noted that there are several car dealerships located right in Lihue. It may be easiest to look at rental housing in Lihue when you first move until you have become settled in the area. If you do choose rental housing, bring copies of your ID, bank statements, proof of income, letters of reference and a credit report.
Neighborhoods in Lihue
Because it is a beachfront community, there are not many defined neighborhoods in Lihue. Instead, many opt to live close to downtown to be nearest the great dining and entertainment options available to them. Here's a brief glimpse at some of the most popular neighborhoods in the area.
Town Center: Many of the homes on the water are either premier apartments with gorgeous waterfront views or property rentals including condominiums and townhomes. Eat at Hamura Saimin once you're all unpacked.
Puhi: The main residential community of Lihue, Puhi features a surplus of single family homes built between 1950 and 1980. Although new construction is not as common, beachfront homes are being built at a fast rate in this neighborhood. If an apartment rental is too small, look in Puhi for rental housing.
Living in Lihue
It is hard to imagine that it could get any better than waking up to the sound of the waves crashing into the beach. Because Lihue is served by the Island's largest airport, it is a busy community with many activities for people of all ages. Visit Wailua Falls for gorgeous scenery and a refreshing dip in the water. Of course, Lihue is home a number of stunning beaches including Kalapaki Beach where you can surf, swim and relax without the tourist crowds.
