Puerto Viejo is a small but busy surf town on Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coastline. It is best known for black sand beaches, crystal clear waters, reggae music, and an overall, laid-back vibe. The Puerto Viejo surf is notoriously gnarly, and hosts the infamous Salsa Brava, AKA the Costa Rican Pipeline, as well as a few…
Without a doubt, Santa Teresa is one of the coolest places in Costa Rica. It’s remote, it’s beautiful, it has miles and miles of beautiful coastline, and a laid-back, beachy culture. What’s even better is that there are TONS of things to do in Santa Teresa. Whether you’re a backpacker, surfer, (bonus points for surfing…
Do you have a surfer in your life you’re looking to buy a gift for? You’ve come to the right place! I’ve comprised a list of the absolute best gifts for surfers. While the sport of surfing is unique in that it requires minimal equipment, there are certainly a few items that will make the…
Nosara is a small beach town located in the Guanacaste region of Costa Rica. With beautiful, untouched beaches, lush green jungles, and home to some of the friendliest people on the planet, Nosara is truly a little slice of paradise. Over the last two years, I’ve spent several months in Nosara. While that certainly doesn’t…
Cayucos, California is a small coastal town located in San Luis Obispo, California. This small town is home to about 6 miles of beautiful, clean coastline- and plenty of awesome waves. I grew up surfing in San Luis Obispo County, and something about the Cayucos surf always brought me back. Maybe it was the uncrowded lineups,…
Playa Avellanas is one of the most fun and beautiful surf breaks in all of Costa Rica. Aptly nicknamed “Little Hawaii”, this fun surf break has plenty to offer. From gentle, tiny longboarding waves, to a steeper faster shortboarding wave, there is something for every surfer at Playa Avellanas. If you’re intrigued by this lesser-known…
Planning a surf trip to Costa Rica? One of the surf spots likely to pop up on your radar right away is Jaco, Costa Rica. The surfing in Jaco is definitely a local experience, as Jaco is the largest beach town in Costa Rica that is near San Jose, the capital. While surfing in Jaco…
Without a doubt, Costa Rica is one of the best surf destinations in the world. After all, it’s hard to beat 83 degree water, friendly locals, and 365 days of blissful Costa Rica surf. Over the past few decades, there has been a huge surge in Costa Rica’s popularity as a surfing destination. There is…
Located on the southwest coast of Nicaragua, you’ll find one of the most famous waves in Nicarragua: Popoyo. Popoyo is a fast, steep wave, which often barrels and gets big and heavy during the rainy season. However, in the region surrounding Popoyo to both the north and south, you’ll find several other waves that are…
Costa Rica is one of the best travel destinations in the world for many reasons. Namely, its rich culture, friendly locals, and its plethora of beautiful beaches! Not to mention the incredible Costa Rica surf. This list covers everything from the tropical waters of Costa Rica’s Caribbean side to the lush jungles of the South…