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Poipu Beach Named #1 in United States: Dr.
Stephen Leatherman, director of the Laboratory for Coastal Research
at Florida International University recently rated Poipu Beach as the top Poipu Beach took the top prize for "golden coral
sand on a rescent-shaped beach framed by crystal clear blue water and a
mountain backdrop," according to Leatherman. His ratings favor water
clarity, color and temperature along with sand softness and color.
Hanalei Bay, on the north shore of Kauai also made the list at #4.
Poipu Beach Park, a crown jewel in the county’s public parks system and a focal point in promotional efforts of the Poipu Beach Resort Association is also a stop on the recently opened Koloa Heritage Trail. The trail has several historical sites with plaques at each of the 15 stops. An interpretive brochure guide is available in each of the Villas at Hideaway Cove. Restoration of Brennecke's Beach Completed 
advanced several years ago. The idea was to remove the retaining
wall left over after Hurricane Iniki destroyed the home built behind it.
The County had long since purchased the land but the retaining wall remained.
In place of the retaining wall, County engineers wanted to build a rock revetment from the road to the water line and import tons and tons of white sand to bring the beach back to its former glory. Plans were ready to proceed when it was determined that an Environmental Impact Report would have to be filed. This delayed the project for almost a year. Finally completed in June of this year, the project has exceeded all expectations. Not only has the usable beach area been greatly expanded, a large grassy area was created and picnic tables added. The overall effect, as can be seen from this photo, is striking. Hats off to the County and everyone who worked on the project for a job well done. Beautification Project Completed: Visitors arriving on Kauai will now be greeted with a sign that reads “Aloha, Welcome to Kauai” as they leave the airport in Lihue. The sign, located on a large lava rock wall, is the focal point of the major beautification project recently completed. The roads leading to and from the airport have been planted with thousands of shrubs and trees. The project was completed with federal funds plus
the contribution of numerous civic organizations, which helped plant the
landscaping. These same organizations will return periodically to
weed and maintain their own “plot” in this beautiful addition to the garden
island.
 Here's what is purported to be an actual question on University of Washington chemistry mid term exam. The answer was so "profound" that the professor shared it with colleagues, which is why we now have the pleasure of enjoying it as well. Bonus Question: Is hell exothermic (gives off heat) or endothermic (absorbs heat)? Most of the students wrote proofs of their beliefs using Boyle's Law, (gas cools off when it expands and heats up when it is compressed) or some variant. One student however wrote the following: First we need to know how the mass of Hell is changing in time. So we need to know the rate that souls are moving into Hell and the rate they are leaving. I think that we can safely assume that once a soul gets to Hell, it will not leave. Therefore, no souls are leaving. As for how many souls are entering Hell, let's look at the different religions that exist in the world today. Some of these religions state that if you are not a member of their religion, you will go to Hell. Since there are more than one of these religions and since people do not belong to more than one religion, we can project that all souls go to hell. With birth and death rates as they are, we can expect the number of souls in Hell to increase exponentially. Now, we look at the rate of change of the volume in Hell because Boyle's Law states that in order for the temperature and pressure in Hell to stay the same, the volume of Hell has to expand as souls are added. This gives you two possibilities: 1. If Hell is expanding at a slower rate than the rate at which souls are entering Hell, then the temperature and pressure in Hell will increase until all Hell breaks loose. 2. Of course, if Hell is expanding
at a rate faster than the increase of souls in Hell, then the temperature
and pressure will drop until Hell freezes over.
If we accept the postulate given to me by Ms. Teresa Banyan during my Freshman year, "It would be a cold day in Hell before I sleep with you," and take into account the fact that I still haven't succeeded in having relations with her, then, #2 cannot be true, and thus I am sure that Hell is exothermic and therefore will not freeze. The student received the only "A"
given.
 Thank you for your numerous answers to our survey question last issue. We wanted to know whether to add a swimming pool or individual spas and the answer came back (overwhelmingly) individual spas. Thanks for your input!
 Best of luck to everyone else
for our next quarterly drawing on September 30th.
HIDEAWAY COVE VILLAS at Poipu Beach 2315 Nalo Road Koloa, Kauai, HI 96756 Call Us TOLL FREE at 866-849-2426 E-Mail: herblee@hideawaycove.com |
beach
in the United States for 2001. Known as Dr. Beach, Leatherman's ratings
are published nation-wide in a variety of news medium such as USA Today,
CNN, and MSNBC. Last year, Poipu Beach held the number 3 position.
By emailing us your shoe size(s) prior to your arrival, your gear will
be waiting at your Villa when you check in. Gear includes silicone
mask with purge snorkel, fins, fish card and no fog goop, all in a mesh
carry all bag. The rental is just $20.00 per week, about half what the
other companies charge. We also offer a “combo package” of snorkel
gear, smooth bottom boogie board and underwater camera for $40.00 per week