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Oahu,Turtle Bay Suggestions (1 Viewer)
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matuski
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We lived at the Turtle Bay resort for about 4 months when we first moved to Hawaii. Long time ago, good memories.
Been a LONG time - but go do Haleiwa, Sunset Beach, Waimea, the Polynesian Cultural Center (whatever it is called now) was always a fun touristy thing to do.
Been a LONG time - but go do Haleiwa, Sunset Beach, Waimea, the Polynesian Cultural Center (whatever it is called now) was always a fun touristy thing to do.
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Terminalxylem
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Respectfully disagree. I have no interest in WW2 history but really enjoyed Pearl Harbor. I also recommend a visit.
Terminalxylem
Footballguy
Turtle Bay is out of the way for most Oahu sights. Pretty much N Shore activities are the only thing within a half hour drive. I recommend Waimea Bay for beach going, and the restaurants at Turtle Bay (Roy’s > Pa’akai) and Haleiwa (Cafe Haleiwa, the Beach House, Stonefish) are pretty good. People seem to like the shrimp trucks in Kahuku, too, though I think they’re overrated. And even though it’s a little cheesy, the Polynesian Cultural Center is worthwhile. They have a luau too.
Zegras11
Footballguy
It is easily the most significant historical spot of the 20th century on US land. So just experiencing the historical impact makes the site a must stop regardless of what you think of the museum.
matuski
Footballguy
It may have something to do with the 3000000000 times I had to go there (every time family or friends visited).
Obviously not downplaying the historical significance, but the way it is presented (or was then) is a complete snooze fest. Hey look there is a ship underwater with bubbles coming out.
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ChiefD
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Pearl Harbor is a must.
That time of year the water at the north shore is relatively calm, so there are a couple of good snorkeling spots near where you will be:
Sharks Cove
Three Tables Beach
They are really close to each other and right off the highway.
I would also head down to Lanikai Beach near Kailua. You park in the neighborhoods there and walk through the passageway. Not as touristy and pretty quiet. Some decent snorkeling here, and the water is really calm there. You could also hit up Haleiwa Joe's in Kaneohe for dinner - it would be on your way back to the North Shore. The restaurant overlooks a cool garden in the valley there.
That time of year the water at the north shore is relatively calm, so there are a couple of good snorkeling spots near where you will be:
Sharks Cove
Three Tables Beach
They are really close to each other and right off the highway.
I would also head down to Lanikai Beach near Kailua. You park in the neighborhoods there and walk through the passageway. Not as touristy and pretty quiet. Some decent snorkeling here, and the water is really calm there. You could also hit up Haleiwa Joe's in Kaneohe for dinner - it would be on your way back to the North Shore. The restaurant overlooks a cool garden in the valley there.
Craig_MiamiFL
Footballguy
Agree 100%. Would be my #1 suggestion. Others have listed many of the fun things to do but our party was in universal agreement PH wasnt something we'd do again or recommend
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Phil Elliott
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FWIW - I think both Pearl Harbor and the Alamo were quite emotional. Probably because I try to imagine what it was really like at that time (“before Alexa”). Both are rather simple “exhibits”. Alamo is disappointing in that it is right in the middle if downtown. Pearl Harbor was a little disappointing only because the volunteers indicated they were Japanese-Americans and made US citizens guilty for the war.
AcerFC
Footballguy
I thought this was one of the most worthwhile stops we made. Very happy we went and would definitely go back
matuski
Footballguy
The Alamo is presented as the Alamo, but it isn't. In fact they are in the process of "re-imagining" it.
So at least Pearl harbor is legit.
matuski
Footballguy
Yea - some people just seem to have an emotional attachment to it.
I can only speak to my experiences. Out of the who knows how many guests we took, the conversation after was always that they would have preferred more time on the beach.
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Ted Stickles
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Agreed the shrimp farms on the North Shore are overrated.
Cheap poke bowls at Foodland.
We preferred our three nights of camping at Bellows to our three nights in Waikiki and two nights at Turtle Bay.
Cheap poke bowls at Foodland.
We preferred our three nights of camping at Bellows to our three nights in Waikiki and two nights at Turtle Bay.
Terminalxylem
Footballguy
I had no emotional attachment, nor any real interest in the history behind PH before I went.matuski said:
Then again, I also hate the beach.
Terminalxylem
Footballguy
Lankai is nice, but it is a pretty long drive from Turtle Bay. There are plenty of N Shore beaches nearby, and the original Haleiwa Joe’s is less than a half hour away.ChiefD said:
But if he does make it out to Kailua/Lanikai, he should consider renting kayaks to take to the Mokulua islands.
Mr. Ected
Footballguy
Loved this restaurant!!
I wonder if part of how impressed people are with a site is if they are 'local'. If you live there, it becomes less impressive. I grew up just south of Boston, and to me Plymouth Rock is one of the silliest monuments ever created. This year it may get big because it is the 400th, but still. I have lived near DC for most of 30 years, and when I used to live downtown, when driving around, the monuments are just there in the background.Phil Elliott said:
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