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Surf Travel Journal

Surf Travel

10 December 2024

6 Best Bits of The Bali Island Retreat- The Island Paradise

Women + Waves Founder, Rachel shares her 6 favourite things about the Bali Island Retreat– the island paradise. One of the most stunning locations that Women + Waves travel to is the beautiful island of Nusa Lembongan, a short boat ride away from Bali in the stunning waters of Indonesia. The Bali Island Retreat is […]

Blog

12 November 2024

Women And Waves Work With Mossy Earth To Restore Coral Reefs In Bali!

Women + Waves are proud to support a range of incredible people that are making a real difference in our world. One organisation that’s especially close to our hearts is the amazing Mossy Earth. Their mission to restore the vital coral reefs of Indonesia, one of the world’s most iconic surf destinations and the site […]

Blog

14 October 2024

My First Experience On An All Women’s Surfing Weekend

Our Croyde Surfing Weekend in October was blessed with great weather and waves, we had 13 women of all ages and backgrounds who were either total beginner or progressor surfers. Laura Hammond from Brighton joined the Progressor class, she can consistently catch white water waves and wants to take her surfing outback to the bigger […]

Food

30 September 2024

Portugal: Good Eating Guide

Welcome to your essential eating guide to Lagos, Portugal – a sun-soaked town where the rich flavours of the Algarve shine through in every dish. Lagos is a paradise for food lovers, blending traditional Portuguese cuisine with fresh seafood straight from the Atlantic and a dash of international flair. Whether you’re a traveller seeking authentic […]

Food

27 August 2024

Top 5 Best Restaurants in Barbados You Must Try in 2024

Barbados, a tropical paradise in the Caribbean, is renowned for its stunning beaches, rich culture, and warm hospitality. But beyond its breathtaking scenery, the island also boasts a vibrant culinary scene that marries traditional Bajan flavours with international influences. Whether you’re a foodie or just looking to enjoy a memorable meal, here are the top […]

Surf Travel

22 April 2024

5 amazing activities in Nusa Lembongan!

A tiny island with a very big heart; Nusa Lembongan is nothing short of a humble tropical haven. Sitting peacefully to the West of Bali, the island unassumingly boasts tropical treasures discovered by very few. Nusa Lembongan welcomes surfers of any skill level seeking crystal clear waters and crowd-less line ups. Home to a vibrant reef, rich with marine life and overlooked by Bali’s active volcano, there is something truly special about the energy of this place.

Surf Travel

19 December 2023

What type of surf trip are you?

With surf tourism exploding and an ever-growing list of places to visit next, choosing a destination for your next trip can feel like a huge task. Luckily for you, we’ve put together this handy guide to help you pick a trip that suits you and all your surfing dreams! Do you like your surf trips with a side of R&R? We’ve got you covered. Looking for somewhere with consistent conditions but on a tight budget? No problemo amigo. Seeking uncrowded lineups but don’t know where to find them? We know just the place. Keep reading to start your next surf adventure with us!

Surf Travel

17 November 2023

6 Reasons Why Now Is The Best Time to Go to El Salvador

Dreaming of your next surf adventure or winter escape? Grab your bikini and join us in sunny and surf-rich El Salvador! Quickly becoming Central America’s next surfing hot spot, this under-the-radar wave haven is a Pacific swell magnet, producing some of the longest waves you’ll ever surf. Better get there quick though—now is the time to surf it in its prime, and here’s why!

How To

25 October 2023

5 Essential Tips For Surfing Unbroken Waves

We’re giving you some game-changing techniques to enable you to catch and surf unbroken waves. Maybe it’s catching your first green wave or maybe it’s to get your wave count up. Either way, we can help with these important fundamental surfing skills.

Surf Travel

02 October 2023

Dear Lily, where would you recommend to surf abroad without going too far outside my comfort zone?

“I’m planning my first surf trip abroad but I don’t know which place is best for my level. I’m confident enough to surf alone, I can catch green waves and have been starting to make turns, but I’m by no means a pro and don’t feel comfortable in big heavy waves! Where would you recommend […]

Surf Travel

26 July 2023

Top 10 Reasons Why Santa Teresa is a Must Surf Destination

Santa Teresa is on the very tip of the Nicoya Peninsula, a remote spot that’s blissfully untainted by the noise and artificial light of the city. Santa Teresa has a laid back charm that captivates all who step foot on her jungle-fringed beaches. There is just one main road which runs from Mal Pais, through […]

Surf Travel

02 February 2023

The 10 Best Things To Do in Portugal When We’re Not Surfing!

Golden beaches, white-washed fishing villages, buzzing nightlife and oh so many waves to choose from makes the Algarve on the south coast of Portugal a dream surf destination. And even better, it’s just a quick hop across from the UK! Whilst we’re all about the stoke, there’s loads more to this sun-drenched corner of coastline than just surfing.

Surf Travel

12 December 2022

8 Reasons Why Bali Should Be Your Next Surf Trip With Us!

So, what’s the next surf destination we’re currently dreaming of? Imagine lush rice fields, world-class waves, delicious (and cheap!) food, bath-warm waters and breath-taking temples… Yep, you guessed it - we’re heading to Bali! This is hands-down the ultimate bucket-list surf trip, with 5* surf coaching, luxury accommodation and so much more to experience beyond the waves

Surf Travel

22 July 2022

A guide to packing for your surf trip

If you’re reading this it probably means you’re planning a surf trip, wahoo! If it’s your first trip, first hot surf holiday or you always forget things, keep reading for some of our recommendations to make packing easier. Before you even start arranging your clothes and toiletries, the first thing you need to do is check how much luggage you can take on the plane!

Surf Travel

24 June 2021

10 Reasons Why Morocco Should Be on Your Bucket List This Year

Far from the tourist traps of Taghazout and Marrakech, finding our favourite spot on the Moroccan coastline is like travelling to the land that time forgot. The further south you drive, the more rugged and rural the landscape becomes. Rocky valleys of cacti and palm trees give way to sweeping stretches of sand beneath towering cliffs. Clean swell rolls in from across the Atlantic to produce long, peeling waves that seem to go on forever.

Surf Travel

07 May 2021

5 Reasons Why Surfing In Wales Needs To Be On Your Bucket List This Year!

Women + Waves are here to share why we LOVE surfing in Wales, so much so that we have created a Wales Surf Coaching Weekend so you can come and enjoy it with us. Find out 5 reasons why our Wales Weekend will become a highlight of your year. 1. The Waves In Wales Are […]

How To

08 May 2020

How To Organise Your Travel Insurance

Buying travel insurance before jetting off for a much-needed break can end up as an expense dismissed in favour of saving money. Understandably, it’s an exciting time. Your mind is focused on sunshine and piña colada’s rather than anything going wrong. But, unfortunately, life doesn’t always go to plan. That could mean anything from losing […]

How To

06 May 2020

How To Book Flights For A Surf Trip

So you’ve made the awesome decision to have a bit of ‘you’ time. In the sunshine, catching waves in paradise. The countdown to sun-kissed faces and salty hair starts now. There’s just one more important (and hopefully straightforward) thing to do. Book your flights. You may be totally au-fait with independently organising your solo travel, […]