The unofficial capital of Oʻahu’s North Shore, Haleʻiwa epitomizes the perfect beachside town. With a vast array of small, locally owned boutiques, a selection of eateries to fill the empty stomach of beachgoers and surfers alike as well as activities to do in the town itself, there’s a reason why locals and visitors love Haleʻiwa. […]
There’s no better way to explore the natural beauty of Oʻahu than by hiking. You’ll venture into native rainforests, marvel at panoramic views of the coastline and see places most visitors don’t—and burn off that breakfast, too. So if you like to stay active on your vacations or you’re brand-new to hiking, Oʻahu has dozens
Celebrating the surfers, surfboards and shapers, the California Surf Museum opened the new “Salute to Pipeline” exhibit December 10 at Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu’s North Shore. Sitting roughly 5 miles from the world-famous Pipeline surf break, Turtle Bay Resort is an easy enough stop to add to your North Shore itinerary while learning about surf
Kawela Bay on the North Shore is a pristine cove beach that attracts beachgoers from across Oahu, thanks to its seclusion and water activities. Protected by an outer reef, Kawela’s nearshore waters are generally calm, which means you can swim, kayak, snorkel with marine life and spot honu (turtles) practically all year-round. Now add moonlit
In the calm, emerald-colored water of Kawela Bay, I see a large, round shape swim in the direction of our bright red, four-person outrigger canoe. We’re sitting about 200 yards offshore, waiting for a wave to roll in from beyond the reef. It’s a honu (green sea turtle). “Look how big he is,” I say, surprised
Paakai is the signature restaurant at Turtle Bay Resort. Meaning “sea salt,” in Hawaiian, the seafood restaurant is worth a visit, whether you make the long drive to Kahuku on Oahu’s North Shore, or you’re already staying at the hotel. A fresh twist on local dining. The restaurant bills itself as “ocean-to-table,” utilizing Hawaii’s fresh caught fish
