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You’re in paradise and you’re probably thinking, Beach please! Of course, there are 5 miles of beaches for you to soak in the Hawaiian sun at Turtle Bay. However, we recommend you adventure out to some of our favorite North Shore swimming spots not located on property. That’s because North Shore beaches are among the best on Oahu thanks to their white sand, vivid sea life and crisp, clear waters. Even better, they are located only a short drive from your room at Turtle Bay Resort.

Here's our five favorite North Shore beaches:

1. Waimea Bay

You just landed at the airport in Honolulu and now you are excited to make your journey to Turtle Bay Resort, located on Oahu’s legendary North Shore.

We know you are eager to check into your ocean view room or lounge by the pool. But, the 50 - 75 minute drive has several stops along the way you may want to visit before you come to the oasis of Turtle Bay.

Here’s some of our favorite quick stops you can enjoy.

Stop 1: Kukaniloko Birth Site

(Photo: Wikipedia)

Are you a tequila fan? If so, this just might be your new favorite drink. The latest menu at The Point: Sunset & Pool Bar has several new cocktails for you to taste, including the Aloha Paloma.

The Aloha Paloma is made with smooth Jose Cuervo Especial Tequila Silver and has a refreshing kick that will definitely have you feeling like you are living on island time. The cocktail includes red grapefruit juice that is rich in the powerful flavonoid antioxidant, lycopene. Studies show lycopene protects skin from dangerous UV rays, which is perfect for your plans to hang out poolside or catch some waves.

Get ready to serve up some ALOHA with the Aloha Paloma cocktail at home.

Ingredients and instructions:

The results are in and for the fourth year in a row you have voted Turtle Bay as a top Hawaii resort in the Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Awards!

More than 300,000 readers submitted millions of ratings and tens of thousands of comments, sharing their recent travel experiences of the world’s cities, islands, hotels, resorts, cruise lines, airlines, and airports—good or bad.

Of course, we couldn't have done it without you!

So what do you love about Turtle Bay? We scanned our #TurtleBayResort feed and smiled looking back at some of your amazing Turtle Bay memories.

We share some of our favorites below.  Enjoy reminiscing about your time on Oahu’s legendary North Shore.

You love to play.

(Kale Caesar Salad)

You’ll love the brand-new flavors launched at Turtle Bay Resort’s pool bar.

“We are always looking to freshen up our look and dining options as well as keep our guests' tastebuds excited and engaged,” explains The Point Sunset & Pool Bar Manager Michael Barry.

The new menu at The Point covers all appetites. There truly is something for everyone, whether they want a healthy bite or to treat themselves to traditional comfort food.  Menu highlights include the North Shore Style Fish Tacos, Island Grilled Cheese, and the Coconut Avocado Hummus.