At the south end of Newport beach is a broad rock platform with a salt water pool atop. On the north end of the beach is a headland known as the Peak that attracts novice and advanced surfers. Newport beach is an exposed beach break that has dependable surf at all stages of the tide.
Surfers can explore the waves with swell sizes from 3 ft (1 m) to 10 ft (3 m). The best tide movement is rising and falling tide. Offshore winds blow from the northeast. In summer the wind blows offshore at 15%, in autumn the wind blows at 33%, in winter at 47% and in spring at 24%.
This spot can produce excellent waves all year long. The average water temperature is about 21°C/69.8°F. It is a crowded spot, especially on weekends, so be patient. Watch out for rips and locals.
Torreira is located in the north, near Porto, the second largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. Porto is one of the oldest European centers and registered as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996. Although it's affected by the Atlantic ocean, the climate is semi- Mediterranean.
Victoria is the second-smallest state of Australia. It faces New South Wales to the north and Tasman Sea to the east. The unique combination of spectacular coastline, pristine beaches, numerous national parks, dense forests and mountains attract visitors all year long and offer a plethora of activities to sport lovers.
Shanzu Beach lies along the shimmering waters of the Mombasa marine park and it is located at 30 km/18 mi in the northern coast of Mombasa town. The beach beach is environmental friendly and has moorings installed for any anchoring damage.
Carpinteria State Beach is a protected beach in the state park of Carpinteria. It is located in the city of Carpinteria, at 12 mi/19.3 km south of Santa Barbara.
Vigo is the largest and most popular city of Galicia. It is situated on the southwest side of the autonomous community and in the southern part of the Vigo Bay.
Caloundra is located at 90 km/56 mi in the north of Brisbane and it is the southernmost resort on the Sunshine Coast. With several beautiful beaches and ideal weather conditions, Caloundra is definitely a great holiday destination.
Kurnell is a suburb in southern Sydney, at about 22 km/14 mi in the south of Sydney's CBD (Central Business District). Kurnell is on the southern headland of Botany Bay, just opposite the suburb of La Perouse. Kurnell boasts some of Sydney’s top dive sites.
Balmoral is an urban locality in the suburb of Mosman, at about 8 km/5 mi in the north-east of Sydney's CBD. Balmoral beach lies on the northern side of Sydney Harbor and provides with a number of local facilities, restaurants and cafes. It also offers a plethora of activities, such as surfing, sailing, diving and snorkeling.
Bare Island is a small island, at about 16 km/9 mi in the south-east of Sydney's CBD (Central Business District). Bare Island is on the north side of Botany Bay and it is connected with a wooden bridge to the suburb of La Perouse. It is famous not only from the movie Mission Impossible II, but also from the number of dives that offers in the one site.
Clifton Gardens is an urban locality in the suburb of Mosman, at about 8 km/5 mi in the north-east of Sydney's CBD (Central Business District).
Little Bay is a coastal suburb of Sydney, at about 14 km/9 mi in the south-east of Sydney's CBD (Central Business District). Little Bay beach nestles between headlands to the south and north, providing with a good shelter from prevailing sea conditions.
Manly is a suburb in northern Sydney. On the harbor side of Manly, snorkelers will have the opportunity to witness an amazing marine life.
South Head is the southern headland of the entrance to Sydney's Harbor, at the north of the suburb of Watsons Bay. Hornby Lighthouse, the third oldest lighthouse in New South Wales, is located in South Head.
Clovelly is a beachside suburb of Sydney, at about 8 km/4 mi in the south-east of Sydney's CBD (Central Business District).
