{"id":123922,"date":"2025-08-07T08:00:01","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T18:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/?p=123922"},"modified":"2025-08-19T12:24:44","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T22:24:44","slug":"a-3-day-golfing-getaway-itinerary-at-royal-sonesta-kauai-resort","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/a-3-day-golfing-getaway-itinerary-at-royal-sonesta-kauai-resort\/","title":{"rendered":"A 3-Day Golfing Getaway Itinerary at Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_123938\" style=\"width: 2570px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/golf_shutterstock-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-123938\" class=\"size-full wp-image-123938\" src=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/golf_shutterstock-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Golf course on Kaua\u02bbi. Photo by Shutterstock. \" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/golf_shutterstock-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/golf_shutterstock-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/golf_shutterstock-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/golf_shutterstock-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/golf_shutterstock-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/golf_shutterstock-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-123938\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Golf course on Kaua\u02bbi. Photo by Shutterstock.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General Manager Jim Pedone feels fortunate to lead the team at <b><a href=\"https:\/\/kauairesort.sonesta.com\/\">Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort<\/a> <\/b>\u2013 a beachfront property especially ideal for golfers. If this sounds like your idea of the perfect vacation, Pedone&#8217;s itinerary is for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_123940\" style=\"width: 210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/jim.pedone.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-123940\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-123940\" src=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/jim.pedone-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"Jim Pedone. Photo Courtesy of The Royal Sonesta Kaua\u02bbi Resort.\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/jim.pedone-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/jim.pedone.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-123940\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jim Pedone. Photo Courtesy of The Royal Sonesta Kaua\u02bbi Resort.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Originally from Ohio, Pedone moved to Hawai\u2018i in 2004 and raised his three daughters on O\u02bbahu. Now on Kaua\u2018i for the past six years, he enjoys a more relaxing lifestyle. Afternoons spent sipping mai tais by the beach, boating along the dramatic N\u0101 Pali Coast, or enjoying the serenity of Hanalei makes Pedone feel fortunate to live in one of the most beautiful places in the world. \u00a0\u201cKaua\u2018i is one of those places that touches your heart and soul. The natural beauty and genuine kindness will have you planning your return,\u201d Pedone said. When he&#8217;s not spending time<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with his family, he&#8217;s hitting the links at the Ocean Course at H\u014dk\u016bala.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3-Day Golfing Getaway with Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort as Your Hub<\/b><\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 1: Welcome to Kaua\u2018i\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Morning:<\/strong> Check into t<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">he Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort on Kalapaki Beach. Unwind, unpack, and ease into island life with a walk on the sand or a dip in the pool.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Afternoon:<\/strong> <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take advantage of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sonesta.com\/royal-sonesta\/hi\/lihue\/royal-sonesta-kauai-resort-lihue\/offers\/oceanfront-golf-kauai\">The Royal Sonesta Kauai\u2019s Oceanfront Golf Package<\/a> (promo code GOLFPK) for one round of golf per night of stay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tee off at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.golfhokuala.com\/\">Ocean Course at H\u014dk\u016bala<\/a>, just minutes away. This Jack Nicklaus-designed course offers jaw-dropping ocean views and lush jungle scenery.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Evening:<\/strong> <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kilohanakauai.com\/\">Kilohana Plantation<\/a> for the <a href=\"https:\/\/koloarum.com\/\">K\u014dloa Rum<\/a> tasting tour \u2013 an essential stop for local rum with a rich history. Have a luxurious dinner with a gorgeous view of the grounds right at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kilohanakauai.com\/the-plantation-house-by-gaylords\">The Plantation House<\/a> \u2013 reservations are highly recommended. Travelers rave about the fried brie appetizer, chicken tartine and Portuguese stew.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Back at the hotel, enjoy a nightcap at <a href=\"https:\/\/kauairesort.sonesta.com\/dining\/\">Kukui\u2019s on Kalapaki Beach<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_123939\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/TRS_Kauai_Exterior_AerialView_1-1.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-123939\" class=\"size-large wp-image-123939\" src=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/TRS_Kauai_Exterior_AerialView_1-1-1024x639.jpeg\" alt=\"Photo courtesy of The Royal Sonesta Kaua\u02bbi Lihue.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/TRS_Kauai_Exterior_AerialView_1-1-1024x639.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/TRS_Kauai_Exterior_AerialView_1-1-300x187.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/TRS_Kauai_Exterior_AerialView_1-1-768x479.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/TRS_Kauai_Exterior_AerialView_1-1-1536x959.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-123939\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy of The Royal Sonesta Kaua\u02bbi Resort Lihue.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Day 2:<\/strong> <strong>North Shore Escape<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Morning:<\/strong> Golfer\u2019s Paradise and Riverside Seafood<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a scenic drive north to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makaigolf.com\/\">Makai Golf Club in Princeville<\/a>. The cliffside course has panoramic views of the ocean and mountains, it&#8217;s one of the most beautiful golf courses in the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After your session, grab lunch at <a href=\"https:\/\/hanaleidolphin.com\/\">The Hanalei Dolphin Restaurant<\/a>. Travelers recommend the clam chowder, California rolls, and poke bowls.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Afternoon:<\/strong> Hanalei<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you\u2019re up north, check out Hanalei. Walk along Hanalei Beach and Pier for gorgeous views and photo opportunities, then head into town to explore art galleries, surf shops, jewelry stores and boutiques.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Evening:<\/strong> <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After heading back to the Royal Sonesta Kauai to unwind from the day, enjoy a delicious farm-to-table dinner and drinks at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timberskauai.com\/eat-drink\/hualanis\/\">Hualani\u2019s<\/a>, where you can enjoy stunning ocean views alongside misoyaki sea bass and Wagyu A5 steak. Try the banana lumpia for dessert.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_123954\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Kauai_golf_shutterstock_industryAndtravel-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-123954\" class=\"size-large wp-image-123954\" src=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Kauai_golf_shutterstock_industryAndtravel-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Courtesy of Shutterstock. Photo by IndustryAndTravel.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Kauai_golf_shutterstock_industryAndtravel-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Kauai_golf_shutterstock_industryAndtravel-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Kauai_golf_shutterstock_industryAndtravel-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Kauai_golf_shutterstock_industryAndtravel-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Kauai_golf_shutterstock_industryAndtravel-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-123954\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Courtesy of Shutterstock. Photo by IndustryAndTravel.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Day 3: Coastal Adventure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Morning:\u00a0 <\/strong>Grab a coffee and pastry at <a href=\"https:\/\/kauairesort.sonesta.com\/dining\/#\">The Royal Lanai Grab &#8216;n Go<\/a> and s<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">neak in one more round of golf at Ocean Course at H\u014dk\u016bala\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Afternoon:<\/strong> <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No trip to Kaua\u02bbi is complete without a catamaran tour of the N\u0101 Pali Coast. Cruise with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.napalicatamaran.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">N\u0101 Pali Catamaran.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The staff is passionate and knowledgeable and they will take you along towering cliffs, sea caves and waterfalls, ending with a snorkel session to see sea turtles and tropical fish. You may even spot a dolphin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Evening:<\/strong> T<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reat yourselves to dinner at <a href=\"https:\/\/kauairesort.sonesta.com\/dining\/#\">The Royal Lanai Sushi &amp; Spirits<\/a>. Chef Victor\u2019s sushi menu is fresh and creative \u2014 a local favorite and a hidden gem. Try the spicy tempura shrimp roll and the seared salmon roll paired with a glass of chilled sake. It\u2019s the perfect way to savor your last day in paradise.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>General Manager Jim Pedone feels fortunate to lead the team at Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort \u2013 a beachfront property especially ideal for golfers. If this sounds like your idea of the perfect vacation, Pedone&#8217;s itinerary is for you. Originally from Ohio, Pedone moved to Hawai\u2018i in 2004 and raised his three daughters on O\u02bbahu. 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