Central America
It’s where many of us got our start in surf-travel and because of that, it’s got a soft place in our heart. It’s really got it all, but it comes at a small price. Let’s take a look at the breakdown:
Why we love it:
incredible food
vibrant culture
empty, perfect waves that are not all that far off the beaten track
What we’ll deal with:
harrowing driving style
crocs and poisonous things
potential for hours on dusty/muddy roads with potholes galore
expats who think they own the place
Out front of home base - when it's walled up like this is usually a good time to go venture to the pointbreaks to the south.
Some places in Central America confer the unique advantage to being great for beginner and advanced surfers at the same spot on the same day.
Not a secret, but the outer reef is rarely surfed
6 a.m. low-tide, 4-6ft SW