The Best Board Shorts for Surfing & Water Sports
When it comes to surfing and water sports, the right pair of board shorts can make or break your day … Read more
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Waves, Wellness, and Family Fun / Our Surf Trip to Rancho Santana, Nicaragua
Last August, my husband Eric, myself, and our two-year-old son ventured to Central America for a special trip that combined … Read more
The Best Surf Towns in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a paradise for surfers, with an abundance of wonderful surf towns offering unique experiences and really fun … Read more
Nosara, Costa Rica / The Best Places to Surf, Eat, and Stay
Nestled along the sun-kissed shores of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast lies the captivating gem of Nosara. Renowned for its consistent … Read more
The Best Restaurants in Punta de Mita
Perched along Mexico’s breathtaking Riviera Nayarit, Punta de Mita is a gem of the Pacific coast, renowned for its stunning … Read more
Staying at Susurros del Corazón/ Our Family Surf Getaway in Mexico
When surprise plans for my husband Eric’s birthday trip to Mexico fell through two weeks before departure, I had to … Read more
The Best Luxury Surf Resorts & Surf Trips
For those seeking the perfect blend of luxury and surf, these luxury surf resorts and surf trips offer unparalleled experiences … Read more
Our Ocean and Surf Inspired Nursery
I have a thing for beach bungalows and surfy spaces. So when I became pregnant and started thinking about the … Read more
Epic Surf Art to Add Groovy Surf Vibes to Your Space
If you’re a surf enthusiast, when you’re not surfing, you likely definitely spend quite a bit of time thinking about … Read more
21 Rad Turkish Beach Towels for Better Beach Days
To summarize the awesomeness of Turkish beach towels in three words, they are: (beach) life changing. If you’re familiar with … Read more
15 Stylish Beach Blankets to Upgrade Your Beach Days
Beach blankets are an easy way to take your beach days to the next level. A dapper beach blanket feels … Read more
Best RV Rentals for the Ultimate California Road Trip
RV rentals are an awesome way to travel and explore any place on the planet — and especially a place … Read more
Surfing Santa Teresa / Our Surf Trip to the Nicoya Peninsula
Sometimes you just need a little extra pura vida in your life. Like most of the world, Eric and I … Read more
Tahiti Surf & Travel Guide / A Local’s Guide to the Island of Tahiti
Tahiti is a quintessential tropical island paradise. Add in the epic surf situation and it’s also a surfer’s paradise. Lush … Read more
Maldives Surf & Travel Guide / Plan Your Surf Trip to Paradise
A Maldives surf trip serves up the brilliant combination of amazing user-friendly waves, island paradise perfection, and absolute barefoot luxury. … Read more
Best Places to Surf / 9 Top Surf Destinations Around the World
Where are the best places to surf? The short answer is that it really depends on a wide variety of … Read more
Surf Travel Made Easy / Introducing the Lush Palm Surf Club
Planning for a trip can be a time-consuming venture – When to go? Where to stay? How to avoid the … Read more
50+ Awesome Gifts for Surfers in 2025
If you’re on the hunt for primo gifts for surfers then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve created a … Read more
Malibu, California / Kassia Meador’s Guide on Where to Surf, Stay, and Play
Malibu is one of the world’s most famous beach towns for many reasons. Yes, it’s synonymous with celebrities and the … Read more
CAMI AND JAX / Luxury Swimwear Created by Surf Stoked Designers
Many entrepreneurs create products to scratch their own itch as they say, and that’s certainly the case with this swimwear … Read more
Matuse / Premium Women’s Wetsuits That Fit Like a Glove
In Japanese, Ichiban means ‘number one’ and is used to describe something that is the best. Not coincidentally, Ichiban is … Read more
Kassia + Surf / Vibrant Surf Wear & Wetsuits for Aquatic Creatures
Once upon a time, female surfers donned men’s wetsuits because the concept of women’s wetsuits just plain didn’t exist. Thankfully … Read more
SEPTEMBER / Modern Sustainable Swimwear for Lady Sliders
There is a special beauty in minimalism done well. And contrary to intuition, it’s not easy to pull off. Defying … Read more
Issa de’ mar / Sexy Sporty Swimwear with Style
Women used to be faced with a challenging swimwear decision – you either go for a sexy suit that’s falling … Read more
Abysse / Luxe Sporty Swimsuits & Wetsuits for Active Babes
Fact: one can simultaneously be feminine, athletic, sexy as hell, and still be a tomboy at heart. Abysse encompasses all … Read more
Ninefoot Studio / Empowering Female Surfers, One Surf Suit at a Time
It’s a wonderful time to be a female surfer. There are more lady sliders in the lineup than ever, beautiful … Read more
Hakuna Wear / Worry-Free Swimwear Designed to Stay On in the Surf
It doesn’t take a scientist to design women’s swimwear that stays on in the surf. But having a scientific background … Read more
Longboard Surfboard Roundup / 34 Badass Longboards for Your Quiver
Ah, the glorious longboard surfboard! Cruisey, graceful, and a helluva lot of fun, longboards are purveyors of pure joy in … Read more
Surfing Punta Mita / Our Surf Trip to Sayulita & the Riviera Nayarit
Last week we scored in Mexico. The more you go surf trippin’, the more you can appreciate how amazing it … Read more
Mule Malu / A Beautiful Boutique Hotel on the Bukit Peninsula in Bali
Mule Malu is a charming boutique hotel nestled into the cliffs above Bingin Beach in the heart of the Bukit … Read more
Venice Beach / A Local’s Guide on Where to Surf, Eat, Stay, and Play
Los Angeles is an urban jungle, but a special type of urban jungle with the Pacific on one side and … Read more
Campervan Rental Guide / 20+ Best Campervans for the Ultimate Road Trip
There’s nothing like the #vanlife. For those of you new to the van life movement, it’s basically the sweet combination … Read more
Skeleton Bay, Namibia / The Ultimate Guide to Surfing the Ultimate Barrel
Skeleton Bay is one of those marvels of the surfing world. With the potential for mile-long rides of the barreling kind, … Read more
Surf Camps for Adults / 9 Best Surf Camps Around the World
Surf camps for adults are the bee’s knees. Imagine an oceanside paradise where your only responsibilities include surfing, eating, and more … Read more
CANGGU, BALI / A Local’s Guide on Where to Surf, Stay, and Play
Canggu, Bali, is a hip beach town on the southwest coast of the island, just north of the busy resort … Read more
The 5 Best Dry Bags to Protect Your Stuff on Adventures
A dry bag is an awesome piece of adventuring equipment that’s really helpful in a ton of travel scenarios but often … Read more
Surfing South Africa / The Western Cape, Jeffreys Bay, and Beyond
Friendly welcoming locals, views that’ll leave you breathless, food like you’ve never had it before, and countless uncrowded barrels to … Read more
The Original Surfer Necklace is Back / St. Christopher Surf Medals
Some surfers say a little prayer before paddling out, some cross themselves, and some do a wave happy dance to … Read more
The Ultimate Surf Trip Packing List
You’ve probably been thinking about your next surf trip for a long time. Weeks, months, maybe even years have gone … Read more
Camping in California / 11 Tips Every Camper Should Know
Camping in California offers up an endless amount of awesome things to see and do in one of the most … Read more
Bohemian Coastal Decor / Sage x Clare’s Cali Collection
I have a thing for beach bungalows, AKA: surf shacks, beach cottages, coastal chic abodes… call them what you will, they’re awesome. … Read more
Surf Suits For Women / The Best Surf Swimwear for Lady Sliders
There are several things we lady surfers especially appreciate in the water: not getting surf tips from every other guy … Read more
Bali Hotels / 10 Best Hotels in Bali for Surfing
Bali hotels might seem like a dime a dozen, but if you’re planning on surfing Bali, your access to surf … Read more
Highway 1 Road Trip / A Surfer’s Guide to the California Coast
The Highway 1 road trip along California’s scenic coastline is at the top of many a’ road trip lists for … Read more
10 Awesome Surf Apps You Need To Know About
Surf apps are like any other realm of apps out there. Some are quite handy with some very cool features … Read more
Surfing in Peru / A Surfer’s Guide to Chicama and Northern Peru
Surfing in Peru offers up the goods: 1,500 miles of coastline, year-round swell, heaps of offshore wind, and swell from … Read more
Oahu Hawaii Travel Guide / Everything You Need To Know
Oahu Hawaii is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world, and if you get to visit this … Read more
Tamarindo, Costa Rica / A Local’s Guide on Where to Surf, Stay, and Play
Tamarindo, Costa Rica, has earned a reputation for being one of the country’s top surf and party destinations, but there’s much … Read more
Spring Suits For Women / 16 Cool Wetsuits For Warm Water
Spring suits are perfect for those in-between temperatures when it’s a bit chilly for just a swimsuit but too warm … Read more
Women’s Wetsuits / The Best Wetsuits For Every Water Temperature
Women’s wetsuits weren’t always as prolific as they are today, but with more women surfing than ever, surf brands have … Read more
Surf Travel 101 / How to Plan the Best Surf Trips
Surf trips are the bee’s knees. Traveling to an exotic location where your only responsibility is finding and surfing the … Read more
Why I Quit My Job and Left My Comfortable Life to Follow My Dream
The other day I had a realization. I’ve written a lot about my trip around the world with my husband … Read more
Campervan Hire UK / 12 Awesome Campervan Rentals to Get Your #VanLife On
From wild sea cliffs to medieval castles, stunning National Parks to moody beaches, the United Kingdom is rich in natural … Read more
Soul & Surf Sri Lanka / A Mindful Surf and Yoga Retreat in Paradise
In our world of constant hustle, it’s more important than ever to slow down and be present. Unplug, take a … Read more
Our VW Bus Surf Safari / A Photo Journal
Last fall we rented a vintage VW bus and road-tripped, camped, and surfed our way up the California coast. We … Read more
Adventures in New Zealand / Auckland, Waiheke Island, and Beyond
When I meet people who have traveled all over the world, a question I love to ask is what their … Read more
Yoga For Surfers / 21 Surfing Stretches You Need to Know
Whether you’re an expert surfer or just getting your feet wet in the surf, yoga is one of the best … Read more
Gold Coast, Australia / A Local’s Guide to the Best of the Goldie
The Gold Coast has it all– sunshine, beaches, surf, great restaurants, nightlife, and no shortage of things to do. It’s no … Read more
Empty Waves & Spearfishing Days / A Week in Northern Fiji
Fiji is known for many things—island perfection, vacations, and of course, legendary surf. And like many-a-legendary surf destination, you can … Read more
Honolulu, Hawaii / A Day in The Aloha State’s Big City
Generally speaking, we prefer tropical paradise sans major development, but once in a while, we’ll venture into the big city. … Read more
Two Months of Surf and The Good Life in North Shore Oahu
We weren’t planning on it, but we ended up spending two months in North Shore Oahu. How did we spend … Read more
North Shore Oahu / Where to Surf, Eat, Stay, and Play
North Shore Oahu is a special place. The North Shore has incredible waves that lure surfers from around the world, … Read more
Tides Reach Resort / A Luxury All Inclusive Resort in Fiji
Once in a blue moon, you find a place that’s so special, so absolutely perfect you don’t want to leave. … Read more
Sinalei Reef Resort & Spa / A Luxury Beachfront Resort in Samoa
If you’re into beachfront bungalows in lush tropical paradises with a side of turquoise ocean views, you’re in the right … Read more
Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club / A Vintage-Inspired Boutique Hotel in Waikiki
When we’re in Oahu we typically stay on the North Shore for that sweet Hawaiian country life, but when we venture … Read more
Pacific Coast Highway Surf Trip Part 2 / Big Sur
Big Sur is so amazing it deserves its very own post, so here’s part two of our PCH surf trip. … Read more
Pacific Coast Highway Surf Trip Part 1 / Huntington Beach to Morro Bay
There’s something about Volkswagen buses that stir the imagination. You start thinking about where you would go if you were … Read more
VW Vanagon Rental in California / Our Vintage Surfari Wagon Adventure
There’s something undeniably special about hitting the open road. The wind in your hair, the sweet taste of escaping the … Read more
MAYDE Turkish Towels / The Perfect Beach Towel for Travel
Turkish towels are like the Swiss army knives of the fabric world. Yes, you can simply use them to lay … Read more
Surfing Cartoons / Artist Robin Lanei’s Struggle is Real… and Hilarious
Some surfers take themselves waaaay too seriously. Robin Lanei isn’t one of those surfers. Based in Sayulita, Mexico, Robin is a … Read more
Kilauea, Kauai / A Local’s Guide to Kilauea with Pro Surfer Leila Hurst
Lucky are the people who grow up on the shores of Hawaii! Pro surfer Leila Hurst is one of the … Read more
Guadalupe Valley, Mexico / 24 Hours in Baja’s Wine Country
Wine tasting and surfing are two things that are rarely mentioned in the same breath. But thanks to a magical … Read more
Surf Trip Log 02 / Encinitas to San Francisco
We really did it! We packed up and left our life as we know it for a yearlong round the … Read more
Home Break / A Surfer’s Guide to Encinitas, California
Encinitas is the quintessential Southern California surf town. Lots of super fun surf breaks, mellow vibes, and sun-kissed active beach … Read more
Surf Trip Log 01 / T Minus 18 Days
This is exciting. Like, slap-me-am-I-dreaming(?!) unbelievably exciting. In 18 days Eric and I are taking off on a yearlong round-the-world … Read more
17 One Piece Swimsuits Perfect For a Day in the Surf
One piece swimsuits have had a weird run. There’s been a whole lot of unflattering styles, and then there was … Read more
Smartfin / Fight Climate Change While You Surf
The ocean is a magical place. Surfers know this to be true because we experience the magic more often than most. … Read more
6 Camper Van Rentals for the Ultimate California Coast Road Trip
Renting a camper van and road tripping is an incredible way to explore any place on earth, but especially the … Read more
11 Luxury Villas in Costa Rica at Top Surf Spots
If you don’t have “Costa Rica surf trip” on your to-do list, it’s time to add it. With year-round waves, … Read more
Serenity Rincón Hotel / Rincón, Puerto Rico
There’s world-class surf a stone’s throw away, ocean views, and a glorious hot tub. What’s not to love? Serenity Rincón Hotel … Read more
Surf Bikinis / 18 Stylish Suits That Stay On In The Waves
Whether you’re just getting your feet wet in surfing or carving 10-foot faces, you know that swimsuit selection when surfing … Read more
A Touch of Beach House Style
My favorite beach houses are light, bright, relaxed, and have a subtle mix of soft colors- blues, whites, and wood. … Read more
Tres Sirenas / An Oceanfront Boutique Hotel in Rincón
Some trips call for low key digs, and others call for oceanfront boutique hotels. Tres Sirenas is a convincing option for the … Read more
Stylish Surf Spring Suits by Cynthia Rowley
As surfing has become increasingly popular with the ladies, brands are listening and creating some very cool surf wear for … Read more
Modern Coast and Surf Prints / Orange & Park
Let’s face it—there’s no shortage of cheesy ocean and surf art out there. If you’re all about the cheese, go … Read more
Surfing Bali / Everything You Need To Know
Surfing Bali is everything it’s chalked up to be and more. If you’re on the fence about a surf trip … Read more
Sustainable Beach-Inspired Activewear / Vuori
Newsflash: big baggy workout clothes are out. Fitted versatile workout gear is in. So is sustainability and not being the smelly … Read more
Surfing Costa Rica / Everything You Need to Know
Costa Rica has become a popular surf destination for good reason. There’s consistent year-round surf, the water temperature averages in … Read more
The Best GoPro Mouth Mount and GoPro Accessories for Surfing
GoPros have taken action sports by storm and the surf world is no exception. The POV cameras have given us … Read more
This Will Make You Love The Palm Leaf Trend
Five words: Palm leaf prints are awesome. Can you tell we’re fans? There’s plenty of ways to bring some tropical vibes … Read more
Pure Flow Motions Surf & Yoga Retreat / Portugal
In some situations, towering cliffs, dramatic scenery, and isolation is a bad thing. Like in The Lord of the Rings. … Read more
Best Gifts For The Beach Babe
If you hadn’t noticed, we’re really into the beach. Big beaches, small beaches, tropical beaches… we’re in. So let’s just say we … Read more
53 Epic Quotes From The Endless Summer
The Endless Summer is the classic surf film. Aside from the pure awesomeness of their surf adventure (pre-internet and pre-swell forecasts), … Read more
Playa Santa Teresa, Costa Rica
Let’s talk Costa Rica. I’ve been to Costa Rica four times and I absolutely love it. A beautiful country with … Read more
8 Best Things To Do in Ubud
Ask anyone who’s been to Bali how they would describe the country in one word and 95% of people will … Read more
