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Pineapple, light rum and coconut cream… oh my!

There’s something about a Pina Colada that takes you away to a tropical paradise in one simple sip. But what if it was possible to make your pina colada experience even more incredible? Believe us, it is!

We are taking one our fan faves up a notch and giving it a special touch - guava.

This is one of our bartender Vince's favorite cocktails to share with Turtle Bay guests who visit him at The Point Sunset & Pool Bar.

“I call it, the Guava Cupcake because it tastes like guava cake to me. It’s fluffy and delightful,” said Vince.

Whether you prefer to sweat your way to a healthier you or relax away the stress, there are treatments for everyone at Turtle Bay Resort’s Nalu Kinetic Spa. Total body wellness is the goal at Nalu Kinetic Spa. The Spa offers a fitness center with panoramic ocean views, live fitness classes and even personal training.

Spa treatments utilize organic ingredients to hydrate your skin and make you glow. Massages ease tension and get your blood flowing.

“Our goal is to help you reach your healthiest self through different types of fitness classes and training while providing the best therapies for recovery and relaxation,” said Turtle Bay Resort Director of Wellness Avigale LaGrass.

Nalu Kinetic Spa is offering new services this summer to help you be your healthiest and beach body ready.

Battlefit Program

The North Shore is known for its beautiful beaches, epic surf and friendly residents. But did you know it’s also known for its world famous shrimp trucks?

Here are three North Shore Oahu shrimp trucks and shacks we recommend you take a shrimp stop at next time you visit us at Turtle Bay. All of them are only about a five minute drive from your hotel room. You could also rent bikes from the North Shore Outpost located near our tennis courts if you do not have a vehicle.

Photo: Aimee C. on Yelp 

The weather is always delightful in Hawaii, but there’s something special about the summer on Oahu’s North Shore. The ocean is calmer, making for perfect snorkeling and stand up paddle boarding conditions. The temperature is perfect for cooling off with a local treat - shave ice, and the sunsets make the end of a spectacular day of fun in the sun even sweeter.

Here are our top 10 favorite summer activities to enjoy on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii.

1. Snorkel with sea turtles

(Photo: Sharkzcruz on Instagram)

If you love Turtle Bay Resort, we would love for you to share that in the Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards (RCAs).

The poll is live now.  

Here’s seven reasons from past guests showing why you should vote for Turtle Bay:

1. We’re located on the famous North Shore, surf capital of the world.
(photo: @woman_theworld on Instagram)

2. We have Amazing sunsets.
(Photo: Chris Furnati)

3. Don't forget all our epic adventures...
(photo: Cheryl Camacho)

4. And the world's best Mai-Tais
(photo:Cheryl Camacho)

5. Of course, you love that we have ocean views from every room!
(photo: Nomadic Wandererz )

6. And not one, but two championship golf courses.
(photo:Frank Fenlon)