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Picking The Perfect Surf Travel Buddy

We all know that traveling with a buddy or with a group of buddies can make or break your surf trip.  There are some important things you may want to consider when traveling with someone else, especially if you have not spent a great deal of time with them...

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Fiji Swell Alert

There has been a moderate long period swell from the south-southwest that has been hitting the Fijian Islands the last couple of days. The conditions have been epic with light and variable north winds with smooth seas making for some epic sessions! Tweet from...

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What Makes a Good Surf Trip?

We have all heard our co-workers or friends brag about how they scored when returning from their last surf trip, but do we really know if they are telling the truth or not.  So we have put together some of the most important factors that determine an epic surf trip...

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Casa de Mar Surf Resort

Casa de Mar Resort, is located on the West Coast of El Salvador and is situated directly in front of the famous surf break at El Sunzal.  El Salvador's coast is a regular foot's dream destination with some of the best right points...

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More Surf Breaks than you can Handle!

Surf travel is largely influenced on the destination and the proximity it is to quality surf breaks.  There is nothing better than walking out of your resort and being able to check the surf right out front!  A number of our surf...

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Saving On Your Next Surf Trip

There are many ways to save some cash when planning a surf trip.  Everyone wants to save some money when traveling and to be able to return home with some extra cash in your pockets is always a good thing!  Well we have put together a list of things to consider when...

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Surf Travel Special to North Sumatra

The Bohemian and her crew have more experience than any other boat in this region.  The Captain Steve Bridge has been guiding surf charters longer than anyone else in this part of Indonesia and will steer the boat to places so perfect you'll think you're dreaming. ...

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Tavarua Welcome Home!

Hi Sara, "Thank you so much for your help.  We got to spend Christmas and New Year's in paradise.  We also helped just hatched baby sea turtles on Christmas night make their way to the ocean.  Sean caught a 50lb Trevally and gets his name on the plaque that is on...

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New Photos of the Nusa Dewata Charter Boat

The Nusa Dewata Yacht was fully rebuilt in 2009 as an Indonesian charter vessel and is considered to be one of the prettiest Indonesian-built boats in the Mentawai fleet.  It is also one of our most affordable boat...

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Massive Swell to Hit West Ireland

A massive swell is set to hit West Ireland this week and it could produce record surf heights!  This large swell from the West could produce surf heights to over 30 ft by this Thursday.  The winter months of November through February generally produces the biggest,...

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Space Available on Tavarua

Have you ever dreamed about traveling to Tavarua Island Resort in Fiji?  Well now is your opportunity to experience something that only an elite group of surfers have experienced in the past. April is a prime time month for surf, and it is very rare to have space...

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Boat Special: Melaluca Mentawai Yacht Charter

If you want to surf the Mentawais in style the Melaluca yacht charter is the way to go! It is a custom-built surf explorer framed around the keel and bones of a traditional Indonesian cargo boat.  You can experience this amazing surf trip from March 9 – 20th with a...

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Fiji Couples Special – February Surf Retreat

Located on the Coral Coast of Fiji sits the Matanivusi Surf Resort, an eco-friendly enclave built specifically to accommodate surfers – and couples – who are looking for jungle seclusion and challenging waves barreling through...

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History of Surf Travel

The history of surf travel can’t be traced to a certain year, but we do know that the idea to travel by air to surf did not become mainstream until the release of the classic surf movie “The Endless Summer” in the 1960’s.  In the movie the legendary surf...

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The Time To Travel Is Now

January and February are typically the slowest months of the year for travel.  Most people have used all of their travel funds to visit family during the busy holiday time.  Planes and airports that were totally full during the holiday season are now half to...

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Mentawais Tsunami Survivor

It has been almost 3 months since the devastating tsunami struck the Kepulauan Mentawai region of Indonesia.  Two of our charter boats were anchored in the bay at Macaronis Resort when the tsunami hit, the Midas which caught on fire and the Freedom III which...

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Smartphone Apps for Surf Travelers

The surf industry is trying to catch up with the recent craze in smart phone and mobile apps hitting the market with companies like Surfline and Billabong leading the way.  With Apple predicted to sell more than $2 billion in gross app revenue in 2011 and a whopping...

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How to book your next surf trip

Booking a surf trip has never been easier, especially with WaterWays online booking form which is as easy as 1-2-3 simple steps and you will be off to your dream destination. The first step is choosing your surf destination.  You need to factor in two key things;...

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Reasons to take a Surf Trip in 2011

The new year will bring new exclusive surf destinations and incredible swells around the world!  There are some great reasons why any surf enthusiast should book a surf trip in 2011 and here they are: 1.  WaterWays will be offering exclusive surf travel specials...

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