"The sole resort on Oʻahu’s North Shore, located amid dramatic cliffs and clear ocean, it delivers a strong sense of place through surf-centric activities, sea turtle–spotting kayaking, bird-watching, stargazing, and ukulele lessons. The resort partners with local conservation via monthly Kahuku Point restoration days, offers horseback riding through the Stables with ocean-view trails, and hosts cultural experiences like the Paniolo Pāʻina that celebrates regional ranching history with farm-to-table food, music, and dancing." - Kathryn Romeyn, Devorah Lev-Tov