Originally Posted by
johnald03
Looking to book a points stay here for May 2024 as a Globalist. Had previously heard this is an overwhelmingly exceptional property, but just read through pretty much all of the comments here since ~October 2022, and it seems that impression has soured. Especially when it comes to Globalist recognition, concerns over having parking lot rooms, etc. Was hoping to treat my P2 to a really nice vacation to celebration a special occasion for her, mixing this and some time in Maui, but I'm starting to second guess. Am I unreasonably on the edge?
At the end of the day, "Globalist recognition" really just means whether you get an upgrade or not. The other aspects are basically a given. Unfortunately, this has always been a popular property, and Covid made it even more popular, so if there are upgrades available, you should still be able to get one, but the big question is whether they will be. As far as suites go, if you're not booking a year out and using a SUA, you might as well forget about it.
The pool grounds are still awesome, tidepools is good food and great atmosphere, but most important is that Kauai itself is phenomenal.
Ride with Capt Andy's, do a helo tour, drive to Waimea and Wailua, sit outside with some Laperts, walk the Friday night artwork and traverse the swinging bridge at Hanapepe. Peruse Kapa'a shops, watch waterfalls while at Tropical Taco on the north side of the island. And of course go tubing with Kauai Backcountry adventures.