Great vid. So thinking of going to Costa Rica over Christmas for 3 weeks. Intermediate level surfer so not after anything to knarly, going with missus and a child so want some nice places to eat and have coffee etc - where would you suggest
I cant recommend Costa Rica strongly enough for family vacation We have been visiting for over thirty years Although the crowds have steady increased dramatically over that time Both coasts offer enough for the beginning surfer and for a little investment there are still plenty of breaks that you can score to yourself but the prices have jumped accordingly The people and food make this country one of the best places that you and your family won't soon forget Thanks for sharing as always my friend Summertime has the biggest and most consistent surf and have Never been skunked any time of year Literally Be well my friend 👍🤙
Hi Dan, Awsome breakdown of destinations. I am looking to take the family on a surf trip vacation. Couple young kids and the wife. I like the sound of Sri Lanka could you tell me best season to get waves there? Thanks
Hey mate! Thank you! Yeah, Sri Lanka would be a wicked family trip. Sri Lanka has two seasons. Between November and March, head down South to Midigama or Hikkaduwa (both lovely beach towns) with accomms across the road from beach/surf breaks. Otherwise, between April and October, the East Coast is better, so head to Arugam Bay!! Hope that helps :)
Yep, great point!! Way closer haha... Thank you! I'd say Puerto would be best for families, as it's got waves right out front and loads of accomm options (it's a large town)!! there or Sayulita up North could work :))
I started watching these back when I was planning a trip through central America, I'm currently in el tunco el Salvador. One thing that has stood out is the vibe and the infrastructure. i think it would be good to comment more on these things. I don't think these places are cheap destinations anymore prices are expensive for food, and these countries are mostly falling to bits, the areas you stay in with surf are ruined by an attempt to appeal to tourism. It's so tacky I was watching the surf before and the music was booming behind me, I couldnt even hear the ocean, a bottle of water cost 1 usd. The waves get good in these places, that's all they have, there is a real lack of education in these places.
Hey mate!! Yeah great shout, I think with regards to price, you have to "make" places cheap now, by finding good deals on accomm or hunting out local places to eat! And yep, totally agree that most surf destinations have their fare share of other issues!!
3:39 Piha, NZ! Been there in 2000 with good friends. Staying in my mind until today! Hope to return soon!
Epic mate!! Such a beautiful beach!!
Thank you! This list is just what I needed! Trying to plan a nice trip for the fam that has some good surfing.
Epic!! Hope this has given you some inspo!!
Great job! Thanks for the tips ;)
No worries! Stoked you found it helpful :)
THIS IS AWESOME! SO HELPFUL AND SO ON POINT!
Thank you!! Stoked you found this useful mate :))
Great video. Thanks Dan!
Thank you!! Hoped you enjoyed this one :)
All the spots look fantastic!
For sure!! Some dreamy destinations in there!!
Great vid. So thinking of going to Costa Rica over Christmas for 3 weeks. Intermediate level surfer so not after anything to knarly, going with missus and a child so want some nice places to eat and have coffee etc - where would you suggest
Love the video
Thank you!! Stoked you enjoyed it :)
Thanks for the vid very useful, would be nice to get a breakdown of childcare options while parents go surfing 😉
I cant recommend Costa Rica strongly enough for family vacation We have been visiting for over thirty years Although the crowds have steady increased dramatically over that time Both coasts offer enough for the beginning surfer and for a little investment there are still plenty of breaks that you can score to yourself but the prices have jumped accordingly The people and food make this country one of the best places that you and your family won't soon forget Thanks for sharing as always my friend Summertime has the biggest and most consistent surf and have Never been skunked any time of year Literally Be well my friend 👍🤙
Hey mate! Epic!! You must have had your share of fun waves there in 30 years!!
Which places in CR can you recommend?
Hi Dan, Awsome breakdown of destinations. I am looking to take the family on a surf trip vacation. Couple young kids and the wife. I like the sound of Sri Lanka could you tell me best season to get waves there?
Thanks
Hey mate! Thank you! Yeah, Sri Lanka would be a wicked family trip. Sri Lanka has two seasons. Between November and March, head down South to Midigama or Hikkaduwa (both lovely beach towns) with accomms across the road from beach/surf breaks. Otherwise, between April and October, the East Coast is better, so head to Arugam Bay!! Hope that helps :)
Fly to Faro for the algarve.
Great video tho, does Mexico have a family friendly option?
Yep, great point!! Way closer haha... Thank you! I'd say Puerto would be best for families, as it's got waves right out front and loads of accomm options (it's a large town)!! there or Sayulita up North could work :))
❤❤❤❤❤ great vid brother , look me up if your on the sunny coast
Thanks, Paul!! Hopefully coming that way next year at some stage!!
I started watching these back when I was planning a trip through central America, I'm currently in el tunco el Salvador. One thing that has stood out is the vibe and the infrastructure. i think it would be good to comment more on these things. I don't think these places are cheap destinations anymore prices are expensive for food, and these countries are mostly falling to bits, the areas you stay in with surf are ruined by an attempt to appeal to tourism. It's so tacky I was watching the surf before and the music was booming behind me, I couldnt even hear the ocean, a bottle of water cost 1 usd. The waves get good in these places, that's all they have, there is a real lack of education in these places.
Hey mate!! Yeah great shout, I think with regards to price, you have to "make" places cheap now, by finding good deals on accomm or hunting out local places to eat! And yep, totally agree that most surf destinations have their fare share of other issues!!
And France ?
Witch's Rock Costa Rica
Good shout! Can't wait to check that place out!!
California???
Yeah, great shout!! Would definitely be a good one :)
@@DanHarmon123 yeah
Too expensive and the waves are usually just whatever.
Costa Rica is great but I would not recommend jaco for a family trip. Northern coast is better.
Hey John!! yeah fair enough! Can be a little tacky there I guess, so I agree, North is better :))
Stop spoiling surf spots
Spoiling the most well-known/crowded surf destinations on Earth...
He not telling people that stormriders guide doesn’t say
@@DanHarmon123don’t think he’s heard of Surfline….