Pros:

Outdoor Paradise:

Kauai's natural beauty is unparalleled, with lush rainforests, dramatic cliffs, pristine beaches, and stunning waterfalls.

While Wyoming boasts its own majestic landscapes, Kauai's tropical climate offers year-round access to hiking, kayaking, snorkeling, and other outdoor activities.

Kauai's smaller size makes it easy to explore diverse terrains within a short drive.

Slower Pace of Life:

The island's laid-back lifestyle may appeal to someone seeking a change from the hustle and bustle.

Close-knit communities foster a sense of belonging and support.

Cons:

Limited Opera Scene:

Kauai's focus is primarily on natural beauty and outdoor recreation. While there may be occasional performances or events, a dedicated opera scene is unlikely.

Island Life Challenges:

The remote location can lead to feelings of isolation or "island fever" for some.

Limited cultural and entertainment options compared to larger cities.

The cost of living can be high, especially for imported goods.

Additional Considerations:

Outdoor Repetition:

While Kauai offers diverse outdoor activities, someone accustomed to Wyoming's vast landscapes may find the options feel limited over time.

Small Community:

Close-knit communities can be both a pro and a con.

Privacy can be less readily available, and social dynamics may differ from Wyoming's.

Overall:

The decision hinges on priorities. If outdoor adventure and a slower pace of life outweigh a vibrant opera scene, Kauai could offer a fulfilling lifestyle. However, managing expectations about cultural offerings and the potential for island life challenges is essential.

Suggestions:

Research Kauai's cultural events calendar to assess occasional opera or classical music performances.

Connect with locals online or during a visit to understand the island's social dynamics and potential challenges.

Weigh the appeal of Kauai's natural beauty against the limitations of a smaller community and potential for outdoor repetition.

Remember, the best way to make an informed decision is to gather as much information as possible and weigh the pros and cons against personal priorities and preferences.

(http://www.autoadmit.com/thread.php?thread_id=5598824&forum_id=2\u0026mark_id=5310764#48114915)

It rains daily for most of the year but you can surf or play golf every morning with almost no one around

But yeah go there if you can live on the beach and work remote. I would get a personal chef who also does grocery shopping

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Pros:

Incredible Outdoor Opportunities: Kauai is known as the "Garden Isle," with stunning natural scenery that includes the Nā Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon (often called the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific"), and the lush landscapes of Hanalei Bay. It offers a different kind of outdoor experience compared to Wyoming. While Wyoming boasts wide-open spaces, rugged mountains, and a drier climate, Kauai is tropical, with verdant landscapes and beaches. The hiking opportunities, especially along the Nā Pali Coast, are world-class. The island also has world-renowned surf spots, snorkeling, and tropical rainforests, which contrast Wyoming’s alpine settings.

Tropical Lifestyle: Living on Kauai offers a laid-back, island-style pace of life, which can be appealing if someone prefers a slower, more peaceful existence. Kauai's small population and rural setting create a sense of close-knit community, which could be ideal for people who enjoy peace and quiet.

Warm Weather: Kauai has a warm, tropical climate year-round, which could be a huge bonus for someone tired of cold winters and harsh conditions like those in Wyoming. There’s also an abundance of fresh, tropical food.

Connection to Nature: For someone who thrives in the outdoors, the diversity of Kauai’s ecosystems—from beaches to rainforests—offers daily opportunities for exploration. Even though Kauai is smaller than Wyoming, the biodiversity is greater, with unique flora and fauna not found on the mainland.

Cons:

Limited Cultural Scene: For someone like Mainlining who might appreciate a more robust arts and culture scene, Kauai may feel limiting. While larger islands like Oahu have access to some arts and performances (including some opera, ballet, and theater in Honolulu), Kauai is much smaller and doesn’t have a significant opera scene. For someone passionate about high-culture events like opera, this could be a drawback.

Island Isolation: Kauai is the most rural of Hawaii's main islands, and it is more isolated than the larger islands like Oahu or Maui. This remoteness can create a sense of isolation, especially if you're used to living in more populated or culturally diverse places. Even the outdoors might become repetitive, as the island is relatively small (about 550 square miles). After hiking and exploring the main trails and beaches, you might feel like you’ve seen everything.

Limited Job Market and Amenities: Kauai's economy is largely based on tourism and agriculture. While the job in Kauai offers a specific focus, the island may lack diverse employment opportunities in other fields, limiting career options if one wanted to shift roles. Basic amenities like shopping, dining, and entertainment might also be limited compared to Wyoming’s larger cities.

High Cost of Living: Hawaii, including Kauai, is known for its high cost of living, especially when it comes to housing and groceries. This could be a significant adjustment for someone accustomed to Wyoming’s much lower cost of living. Almost everything has to be imported, driving up prices.

Small Island, Limited Variety in Outdoor Activities: Though Kauai offers a beautiful landscape, it may feel limiting over time. In contrast, Wyoming’s vast, sprawling wilderness offers seemingly endless exploration opportunities. Wyoming's outdoor scene, with its open plains, towering mountains, and national parks like Yellowstone and Grand Teton, is more expansive than Kauai’s more contained environment. Over time, someone like Mainlining might feel that the island’s outdoor offerings are less varied or diverse.

Comparison to Wyoming:

Kauai's Outdoors: More tropical, with coastal and rainforest ecosystems, but confined by the island's size.

Wyoming's Outdoors: Rugged, expansive, and open, with alpine environments, vast plains, and more solitude.

Climate: Kauai offers warm, tropical weather year-round, whereas Wyoming has harsher winters and a much drier climate.

For someone like Mainlining, it comes down to a choice between the rich, albeit smaller, tropical environment of Kauai and the expansive, wide-open freedom that Wyoming offers. The warmth and beauty of Kauai’s landscapes could be inviting, but if cultural depth, arts (like opera), and long-term variety in outdoor activities are important, Kauai might eventually feel a bit limiting.

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I think i could maek it there.

I might take the offer despite lack of opera.

live there for a few years and then move again

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https://i.ibb.co/wpB2wkb/IMG-6929.jpg

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It was basically all vacation type setting. Would be awesome to live there.

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That’s also not enough money. Go look at housing prices. You’ll be in a 1br roach motel. And everything is more expensive and far less convenient.

Lihue is also a long way away from the 180 north coast and the 168 south coast via that one one-lane road.

Hanalei is one of my favorite vacation places. If I won Powerball I’d have a home there.

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Do you have the money to set yourself up properly out there? 115k pa won’t do it if you’re broke to begin with

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Just some random thoughts.

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Feels way more secluded than the south side. Seems to be where the billionaires buy their 2nd or 3rd homes.

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Might find a rich single mom or (or dad) though

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