Growing up, surf scenes on the popular Australian series Neighbors made me green with envy. It was almost impossible to understand why l only had one thing to do in the water, swim, while other guys had fun doing other activities besides swimming. Luckily, my fate changed when l embarked on a self-discovery journey, and to my amazement realized that there are more surfing destinations than l had imagined.
Australia and Hawaii add to the many places that will leave you in awe to not only surf, but also have new adventures.
What Makes surfing Possible?
Just in case you have been wondering, it’s pretty simple. All you need is your wet suit, a surfing board which you can readily find in places where surfing is a lifestyle, don’t worry though, I
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· Jeffrey’s Bay in South Africa-Is host to the annual Billabong Pro ASP World Tour surfing competition. Need l say more?
· Phuket, Thailand-you can surf almost all year round and get to enjoy delicious food, drinks and affordable accommodation.
· Gold Coast, Australia-has one of the longest waves that you can ride.
· Waikiki, Hawaii-being the cradle of surfing, it is home to any surfer as it offers a trip down memory lane to where the sport began.
The list l must say is endless, but the ones mentioned above are totally worth trying.
The Benefits
First and foremost, anyone, regardless of their age can surf. As long as they are able to stand on a board, maintain their balance and ride a wave. Caution however must be exercised to hire an instructor to teach you the basics if it’s your first time.
It is a sport, and like any other has health benefits to the participants and is a fun way to spend your time.
You also get a chance to visit additional tourist destination sites in the surrounding areas, as well as indulge in other activities. Some of these