TURTLE BAY RESORT HONORED WITH CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER

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1 TURTLE BAY RESORT HONORED WITH CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER 2017 READERS CHOICE AWARD AS NO. 20 BEST RESORT IN HAWAII Annual Awards Recognize World s Best Hotels, Resorts, Cities, Airlines, Cruise Lines October 24, 2017 Condé Nast Traveler has just announced the results of its 30 th annual Readers Choice Awards with Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu s North Shore recognized in the The Best Resorts in Hawaii category with a No. 20 ranking. We are thrilled to be recognized as one of the best Hawaii resorts by Condé Nast Traveler s global readers, said Danna Holck, vice president and general manager of Turtle Bay Resort. At Turtle Bay Resort, we re honored to offer gracious North Shore hospitality and unforgettable, authentic experiences that stay with guests long after they have departed. For the 2017 Readers Choice Awards, more than 300,000 readers submitted millions of ratings and tens of thousands of comments to vote on a record-breaking 7,320 hotels and resorts, 610 cities, 225 islands, 468 cruise ships, 158 airlines, and 195 airports. At the epicenter of one of the world s most epic surf destinations on Oahu s breathtaking North Shore, the 850-acre Turtle Bay Resort completed a $52 million renovation in 2016 and now showcases spectacular ocean views from all 410 refreshed guest rooms and suites plus 42 newly-designed oceanfront beach cottages, as well as an upgraded lobby and cultural gallery, seven restaurants and bars, the 11,000-square-foot Nalu Kinetic Spa and expanded fitness center with new daily wellness and fitness programming, an elevated beach experience on Kuilima Cove, two lushly landscaped swimming pools, tennis courts, an on-site helipad and two championship golf courses. Turtle Bay Resort encompasses five miles of coastline and offers dynamic ocean and land adventures ranging from eco-kayaking with sea turtles and one-of-a-kind surf lessons with North Shore native Rocky Canon and his surfing dogs, to hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking through magical banyan tree groves along the ocean. The Condé Nast Traveler Readers Choice Awards are the longest-running and most prestigious recognition of excellence in the travel industry and are commonly known as the best of the best of travel. Under Editor in Chief Pilar Guzmán, the Readers Choice

2 Awards have become more selective and specific to the passions that inspire today s travelers. The 2017 Readers Choice Awards appear in the November issue of Condé Nast Traveler, on newsstands nationwide on October 24, The full list is published exclusively online at ### About Turtle Bay Resort Located on Oahu s breathtaking North Shore known for legendary surf, the 850-acre Turtle Bay Resort offers 30 percent more space for adventure than all of Waikiki. Following the completion of a $52 million multi-phased renovation in 2016, the resort now showcases 410 refreshed, all ocean-view guest rooms and suites plus 42 newlydesigned oceanfront beach cottages, as well as an upgraded lobby and cultural gallery, seven restaurants and bars, an 11,000-square-foot spa and expanded fitness center with new wellness programming, an elevated beach experience and two swimming pools. This expansive beach resort features dynamic ocean and land adventures through its onproperty helicopter pad, horse stables, tennis courts, two golf courses, 15 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, daily fitness and wellness classes, off-road Segway tours, surf school, water adventures including eco-kayaking, and much more. For more information, please visit About Condé Nast Traveler As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel. Condé Nast Traveler is the most trusted and celebrated name in travel with 6 National Magazine Award wins and 26 nominations in its 28-year history. Advertising Age named Pilar Guzmán Editor of the Year in 2014 and CNTraveler.com attained 4 Webby Awards since Media Contacts Alyssa Kluge / Niki Jensen Murphy O Brien Public Relations / turtlebaypr@murphyobrien.com

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5 The Best Resorts in Hawaii October 16, 2017 Condé Nast Traveler readers vote for their favorite resorts in Hawaii. Which island is home to the top spot? Is your money on Kauai or Maui? Counting down from 30, here are the best resorts in Hawaii, as rated in the 2017 Readers' Choice Awards survey. 20. Turtle Bay Resort, Oahu Located on Oahu s North Shore, the family-friendly Turtle Bay Resort Located on Oahu s North Shore, the family-friendly Turtle Bay Resort has everything to keep you busy when you re not lounging on the beach from a pair of scenic golf courses to off-road Segway tours. When not teeing up, scooting out, surfing, snorkeling, or looking for wildlife, soak up some local culture at an on-site luau. Or, better yet, head to the 11,000-square-foot spa for a seaside massage in your own private hut overlooking the ocean. There s even a separate spa menu for kids and teens, if you want to zen out as a family.