As it is an exposed river break with regular frequency, the power of the wave is fast and fan to ride. Depending on the season, the size of the swell starts working at 1.5 m/5 ft and holds up to 2.5 m/8 ft and over.
The best swell direction is when coming from northwest, west while the best wind direction is when coming from southeast and northeast. However, it definitely works better with east offshore winds. During winter, Praia da Areia Branca’s beach has big rough waves, ideal for more experienced riders.
However, summer is the best season for beginners to take lessons or brush up their surfing skills. There are schools with professional trainers that can’t wait to introduce you into their world and their love for the open ocean.
You can also take yoga lessons on the beach and revive your body and mind along with your surf lessons that will help you find your balance and keep your head clear and focused, while riding the big waves.
Seize the opportunity to visit Praia da Areia Branca’s incredible coast, have loads of fun, riding the waves and when the sun sets down, enjoy a refreshing cocktail and dance the whole night on the beach. How much better than that, a summer holiday can be!
West Sussex is located in the south of England. The climate here is classified, like in the rest of the British Isles, as oceanic climate with chilly winters and warm summers. West Sussex offers a plethora of recreational activities and sports for visitors and locals alike.
Indonesia or the Republic of Indonesia is an archipelago comprising about 17508 tropical islands. It nestles between the continents of Asia and Oceania and is washed by the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Bali is one of the most famous islands of Indonesia.
Richardson's beach is located in Hilo, Hawaii, which is the most populated city of the island. Hilo is an old fashioned bay front town, with tropical rain forest climate all year long and home of the Tsunami Museum, dedicated to the understanding of the 1946 Pacific Tsunami.
Caloundra is located at 90 km/56 mi in the north of Brisbane and it is the southernmost resort of the Sunshine Coast. With several beautiful beaches and ideal weather conditions, Caloundra is definitely a great holiday destination.
Parga is an incredibly beautiful coastal town, located in the northwestern part of Greece, in Epirus region. Fronted by the emerald waters of the Ionian Sea, Parga is a major touristic destination, as it has kept its original Ionian architecture and is surrounded by lush pine forests, ancient Venetian castles, archaeological sites and amazing sandy beaches with a wide variety of activities during the summer months.
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 and surf sites.
Ericeira is a seaside resort and fishing community that belongs to the municipality of Mafra, situated on the western coast of Portugal. The resort is a popular destination to many surfers, since the area hosts more than 40 beaches with excellent surfing conditions.
Peniche is a municipality and a seaside city, situated in formerly Estremadura Province, in Oeste Subregion. The municipality consists of 6 parishes and it is a popular surfing destination.
Sintra is located near Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal. Sintra has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its 19th-century ravishing architecture and landscapes. It's dominated by precipitous mountains and fascinating forests.
Torres Vedras is a beautiful ancient city, located in the western part of Lisbon district. Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean with more than 20 km/12.4 mi long of coastline, amazing sandy beaches surrounded by mountainous landscapes with wide open space, the city provides with many outdoor and recreational activities.
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The spot is located near Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal. It's dominated by precipitous mountains and fascinating forests. Moorish castle and Pena palace are some of the reasons why to visit Sintra. Sintra has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its 19th-century ravishing architecture and landscapes.
Lisbon is one of the oldest cities in the world and it is situated in Portugal. It is the capital and the largest city of the country, lying in the western Iberian Peninsula in the Atlantic Ocean and the River Tagus.
One of the top windsurfing spots in the US, Waddell Creek, is hosting for the fifth time in a row, the second event for the AWT’s 2015 season - the Santa Cruz Windsurfing Festival.
