Five Reasons Why Your Next Spring-time Surf Trip Should Be To Turtle Bay

Thinning Crowds: Every winter, like clockwork, the best surfers in the world flock to Oahu’s fabled North Shore to test their mettle against some of the most famous lineups in the world. The world watches on as Waimea Bay, Pipeline, and Sunset come to life. The crowds are thick with media, fans, and surfers. But here’s something you might not be aware of: in winter’s wake, a wealth of lineups come to life as spring takes hold. And here’s the kicker: the crowds that are so ubiquitous throughout the winter have thinned, making scoring the waves of your life—without having to fight much of a crowd—a very real possibility. At stay at Turtle Bay Resort will see you surrounded by a wealth of uncrowded lineups. This spring, rethink what a Hawaiian winter is all about. Tons of Waves: Beginning in November, the North Shore is beaten with a relentless amount of huge north swells. But ask any North Shore native when the best months for surfing are, and they’ll be quick to tell you that you’re more likely to score the waves of the year in March and April than in November and December. As we mentioned, spring is the new winter on the North Shore. Where November and December are dominated by 15-foot plus swells, spring is renowned for 6- to 8-foot perfection. If you’re not interested in scaling surfing’s version of Everest, why not enjoy the playful perfection of spring and post up at Turtle Bay? There’s A Direct Flight: Getting to Hawaii from New Zealand really couldn’t be easier. With Hawaiian Airlines, you can jump the pond with a direct flight from Auckland to Honolulu. There’s truly never been a better and more hassle-free time to head to Oahu’s fabled North Shore. You’re only one flight away from the surf trip of your life. Reach out to Island Holidays to book your full holiday package at IslandHolidays.co.nz. Find Your Own Lineup: So you’re familiar with the Seven-Mile Miracle, right? It’s a term that’s been used to describe a stretch of coast on the North Shore that’s home to lineups like Pipe, Off the Wall, Rocky Point and a host of other top-shelf waves. But the North Shore insiders have a saying that really rings true: “The miracles don’t end at the seven mile marker.” As a matter of fact, there’s a whole host of unsung but very ripe lineups surrounding Turtle Bay Resort. Whether it’s on the hotels grounds or a short walk up the beach, if you’re keen to step away from the beaten path, you can score big time at Turtle Bay. Family Friendly: If you’re looking to double-up on a family vacation while also scoring some surf, Turtle Bay should be at the top of your list. Whether you’re hanging by the pool with the family or getting slotted at Sunset while your kids play on the beach, a vacation at Turtle Bay will be one to remember for the whole family. For more info and to stay in tuned with all the latest from the North Shore, go to TurtleBaySurf.com.