If you find yourself in the middle of downtown Lisbon, with traffic, subways, people and noise, it’s hard to imagine you are 20 minutes away from a peaceful beach town with enough stretch of beach to be all by yourself. However this is in fact the case. In this surf guide we’ll present to you…
With warm waters, consistent surf, lush tropical jungles, and friendly locals, Costa Rica is one of the best surf destinations in the world. Costa Rica has tons of different surf spots, ranging from shallow, sparkling reef breaks to the seemingly endless left hand waves at Playa Pavones. If you’re planning a surf trip to Costa…
With over 800 miles of coastline facing the Pacific, California has some seriously awesome surf. Just like how every wave is different, no two California surf towns are quite alike. Some California surf towns like Huntington Beach offer up more of a city vibe, with fun beach bars and seemingly hundreds of surf shops. Others…
With its Atlantic coast location and favorable climate, Lisbon offers some of the best surf spots in Portugal, if not in all of Europe. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced surfer, there is a beach to suit your needs. With options ranging from calm, beginner-friendly conditions to powerful, advanced-level waves, there are waves…
Arugam Bay is a dreamy surf destination on Sri Lanka’s east coast. This small surfing village has developed into a booming surf town, and offers west coast surfers a reprieve from the monsoon season. The Arugam Bay surf has everything from cruise peeling point breaks, to epic barreling waves. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or…
Sagres is a perpetually sunny, whitewashed fishing village located on the southwestern tip of Portugal. In Sagres, you’ll find two distinct coastlines with a variety of breaks- including barrels and heavy slabs, along with beginner-friendly waves. The Sagres surf has something for surfers of every level, from absolute beginners to expert riders. Sagres surf overview…
During my Portugal surf trip, I made it my mission to check out as many Portugal surf shops as possible. One reason for this mission was that I was planning on buying a surfboard in Portugal. But that wasn’t the only reason. I also wanted to see what type of gear, surf skates, clothes, and…
The rugged coastlines of Portugal have long been a magnet for surfers. However, not all Portugal surf towns are created equal. Some surf towns in Portugal boast heavy reef breaks and energizing nightlife. Others offer up small, dreamy, beginner-friendly waves in a sleepy coastal village setting. If you’re planning a surf trip to Portugal and…
Taking a surf trip to Portugal started as a dream. During a particularly New England winter (well, harsh for a California native), I distinctly remember fervently googling “Best places to surf in the fall” and repeatedly reading about Portugal. After two years of lockdowns that were particularly severe in Europe, the thought of European travel…
Ericeira is one of the most famous surf destinations not just in Portugal, but in all of Europe! It’s even one of just ten world surfing reserves in the entire world. And with several world-class waves, it’s not hard to see why Ericeira is so famous. I recently took a surf trip to Ericeira, as…
