As the 50th state of the United States, Hawaii is a delightful opportunity to introduce your children to a unique culture, language and lifestyle within the English speaking world.

For an idea of where Turtle Bay Resort is located, take a look at a map of Hawaii and the island of Oahu. Look for the farthest point north on the island, jutting right out there in the Pacific Ocean. That's Turtle Bay Resort, all 880 acres of it, including five miles of gentle white sand beach that never becomes crowded. The setting couldn't be more ideal for families wanting to enjoy the North Shore, while becoming immersed in Hawaiian culture.

The location of the resort along three bays rimmed by soft sand beaches and tranquil tide pools is the ultimate child's playground. The Kuilima beach cove, a sandy inlet located adjacent to the resort, is perfect for swimming and snorkeling with the family.

Is anyone in your household a fan of the television show "Lost?" If so, you know exactly what the area surrounding Turtle Bay looks like. The show was shot right here, including the beach scenes. Another popular medium that you may or may not wish to watch with your children is the 2008 movie "Forgetting Sarah Marshall." The movie clearly shows the rooms, the lobby, the pools and beach area of Turtle Bay Resort. Right at the end of the movie, Jason Segel slides down the slide into the kiddie pool, a great scene to share with your children and a great place for your kids to play. You can check it out for yourself via the live webcam on the Turtle Bay Resort property. The camera is generally focused on the pool area.

No matter what your preference in accommodations, you'll find what works best for your family here. There are 433 rooms on five floors in three towers and there's just not a bad view from any of them. Each room has a balcony from which you can see the ocean.

Then if you like, there are 42 beachfront cottages with their own private patio looking out over the bay. And to really spoil your family, the suites and oceanfront villas are the top offered. They provide an on-site chef upon request.

The resort underwent a major renovation in 2006, but daily maintenance programs keep the grounds and rooms in pristine conditions. For those adults who must do business while in Hawaii, the business center did receive a major redo in 2010.

The North Shore has so much to teach children. Just a few miles from Turtle Bay is the Polynesian Cultural Center where you could easily spend a couple of days experiencing the seven villages that represent life in the Pacific islands. The Dole Pineapple Plantation tour is fun, as are helicopter rides over the island. In addition to the movies shot specifically at Turtle Bay, the nearby Kualoa Ranch and Activity Club showcases movie sets for Jurassic Park and other films open for tour.

In teaching your children about the Hawaiian culture, the two words that should become common in your family vocabulary are "aloha" and "mahalo." The latter means thank you and the former is both a greeting and farewell and an overall expression of the good life in Hawaii.

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