"Breaking" news: Jack's top five surf spots

Last month, Inn Pairadise shared some tubular news: Hawaii's prodigal son, Jack Johnson, will be the company's new celebrity spokesman for the next three years. It was a first for Johnson, who until now has ducked any corporate endorsement offers. This week, we caught up with the soul surfer, who told us where he loves to shred. Is it a coincidence that our hotels are near some of Jack's favorite surf spots? 

1. North Shore, Oahu. "I live on the North Shore when I'm not touring, and when the surf's up in winter, there is no place I'd rather be. From December 1 through about mid-January. I get six weeks of uninterrupted surfing, the best way in the world to recharge my body and mind and refresh my creativity." 
2. Santa Cruz Island, Channel Islands National Park, California. "Sure, it's a 25-mile boat ride to get out to these uninhabited islands, but totally worth it. I've shared waves with sea lions, dolphins and the occasional pelican. There was one time that a Great White shark cruised into the lineup--I've never paddled so fast in all my life!" 
3. Lahaina, Maui. "This is where I taught our kids to surf. It's a steady summer break and not a long paddle out, perfect for groms (rookie surfers). And you can't beat the  views of the West Maui Mountains." 
4. Waikiki, Oahu. "Sure, it's crowded, but there are plenty of breaks to choose from, and there's always a little bump to ride. You can't beat Waikiki, and the people watching isn't bad, either." 
5. Ventura, California. "I will always love Ventura, there's a special break that delivers head-high tubes consistently right outside the harbor channel. It's where Kim and I surfed together on our second date. She'll kill me for saying this, but she lost her bikini top that day and I had to paddle in to fetch my beach towel. Oh, the memories!"