The Best Surf Vacations for spring
Spring is coming – and the British surfer is itching to get out of those freezing cold wetsuits and into some beautiful warm water. With the choice of surf vacations available to surf travellers of all experience levels growing yearly, it's high time someone had a look at some of the best spots for budding beach bums.
Bali, Lombok and Indonesia in general – this is the Holy Grail of all surf trips, no matter what your level of experience. The Indonesian Islands receive the most consistent surf in the world for most of the year, making them as ideal to travel to in spring as the rest of the Asian subcontinent is during the British winter.
For party animals, Bali's Kuta is the place to head – a location that shares epic waves with plenty of bars and burger joints. Go here for surf vacations that give you as many European style comforts as you want – or head a few kilometres outside of Kuta for a less hectic time, with beaches and temples replacing the heady Saturday night fever of the party town.
Portugal is always good for a surf trip – and this time of year you'll hit it as the water warms up but before the crowds get there. Beach breaks and rocky reefs can both be had in Portugal – and you'll find waves suitable for all kinds of board and rider. Head to Supertubes if you want cranking barrels.
Surf vacations taken in Australia are always good for people that like the off surf lifestyle as much as the wave. Beaches, barbecues, babes of both sexes and more barbecues are the order of the day here – and in a reassuringly Western culture, for those surfers that are nervous of travelling to more out of the way locations. There are two hazards to watch out for when surfing in Australia, both of which are easily taken care of by following the golden rules of asking the locals and never surfing on your own: big waves and sharks. Go where you are recommended and you'll have a whale of a time.
Surf vacations in the South of France combine the legendary Gallic laissez faire with some beautiful beachy waves. Head to Lacanau for some perfect beach break A frames – or get shacked at Hossegor if your ability level is up to the challenge. Either way, you're looking at sun, sea and sand followed by beautiful food and amazing wine. The surf trip for the surfer who likes the finer things in life!
Talking of finer things, a tip for surf vacations in general – almost anywhere in the world (unless you head off to Sumatra or one of the uninhabited Indo islands), you'll find luxury accommodation as well as mid range or budget stuff. If you fancy getting into it on Bali but don't want to share your room with six roaches and a rat, then inquire about bespoke surf holidays in style. Sites like Errant Surf will be able to hook you up.
Bali, Lombok and Indonesia in general – this is the Holy Grail of all surf trips, no matter what your level of experience. The Indonesian Islands receive the most consistent surf in the world for most of the year, making them as ideal to travel to in spring as the rest of the Asian subcontinent is during the British winter.
For party animals, Bali's Kuta is the place to head – a location that shares epic waves with plenty of bars and burger joints. Go here for surf vacations that give you as many European style comforts as you want – or head a few kilometres outside of Kuta for a less hectic time, with beaches and temples replacing the heady Saturday night fever of the party town.
Portugal is always good for a surf trip – and this time of year you'll hit it as the water warms up but before the crowds get there. Beach breaks and rocky reefs can both be had in Portugal – and you'll find waves suitable for all kinds of board and rider. Head to Supertubes if you want cranking barrels.
Surf vacations taken in Australia are always good for people that like the off surf lifestyle as much as the wave. Beaches, barbecues, babes of both sexes and more barbecues are the order of the day here – and in a reassuringly Western culture, for those surfers that are nervous of travelling to more out of the way locations. There are two hazards to watch out for when surfing in Australia, both of which are easily taken care of by following the golden rules of asking the locals and never surfing on your own: big waves and sharks. Go where you are recommended and you'll have a whale of a time.
Surf vacations in the South of France combine the legendary Gallic laissez faire with some beautiful beachy waves. Head to Lacanau for some perfect beach break A frames – or get shacked at Hossegor if your ability level is up to the challenge. Either way, you're looking at sun, sea and sand followed by beautiful food and amazing wine. The surf trip for the surfer who likes the finer things in life!
Talking of finer things, a tip for surf vacations in general – almost anywhere in the world (unless you head off to Sumatra or one of the uninhabited Indo islands), you'll find luxury accommodation as well as mid range or budget stuff. If you fancy getting into it on Bali but don't want to share your room with six roaches and a rat, then inquire about bespoke surf holidays in style. Sites like Errant Surf will be able to hook you up.
