Surfing with the Moon: Understanding Tides and Waves
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4"][vc_column_text]The moon phases play a significant role in the sport of surfing, as they directly influence the tides and ocean conditions. The moon's gravitational pull affects the Earth's tides. During a full or new moon, when the...
Leilani McGonagle’s Remarkable Surfing Journey: Wallex US Open to EDP Vissla Pro
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/5"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica's Leilani McGonagle enjoyed a dream run through the Wallex US Open of Surfing presented by Pacifico, taking down some of the Challenger Series premier performers. The Costa Rican started her campaign toward a...
Post-Surfing Massage Benefits: Rejuvenate Your Body After Surfing
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Surfing is exhilarating, but it can take a toll on your body. The waves, the sun, and the wind combine to create an unforgettable experience, but they...
Thrilling Surf Competition Draws Adaptive Surfers and Parasurfers from Around the World
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica's Central Pacific attracted more than 65 elite adaptive surfers and parasurfers from 20 countries to compete in the Back-to-Back of Adaptive Surfing competition in June. The double-header event was organized,...
The Allure of Surfing PAVONES
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Nestled on the shores of Southern Costa Rica in the province of Puntaranas, the magnificent surf spot known as PAVONES awaits avid wave riders. This coastal gem has become renowned among surf enthusiasts for its...
Sam Reidy And Coral Wiggins: 2023 National Surf Circuit Open Champions
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]National Surf Circuit Open Championship: Sam Reidy and Coral Wiggins Crowned Champions Following a four-year hiatus, the 2023 return of the National Surf Circuit Open Championship saw Sam Reidy and Coral Wiggins take top...
A Surfing Vacation in Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]If you're a surfing enthusiast, Costa Rica should be at the top of your list for your next vacation. With its extensive coastlines and consistent waves, Costa Rica has become an increasingly popular destination for...
Sam Reidy and Coral Wiggins Win Open in the O’Neill Cup Dominical Pro
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]In a weekend with excellent waves, more than 160 athletes and their companions from all over the country visited Dominical de Osa beach, contributing to the local economy and promoting sports and a healthy lifestyle. The...
KITE SURF COSTA RICA
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Overview So, have you ever heard of kitesurfing or kiteboarding? These adrenaline-pumping water sports involve using a board to ride the waves while simultaneously being propelled by a large kite. It's an intense and...
The Diversity of Surf Locations
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Costa Rica is a renowned surfing destination, with plenty of options suited for surfers of all levels. The best time to catch the waves is from December to March, with swells peaking in January and February. Tamarindo,...
Brisa Hennessy Becomes First Costa Rican Surfer to Qualify for Paris 2024 Olympics
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Great news for surfers and sports fans alike! Brisa Hennessy has made history by becoming the first Costa Rican surfer to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The International Surfing Association announced on April...
Robert August Feature: The Endless Summer Lifestyle
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Robert August Feature: The Endless Summer Lifestyle: Robert August's effortless ease and relaxed style make for a true longboarder. Pair his surfing with his witty, laid-back humor and you get one of the world’s most...
Tamarindo International Surf Film Festival
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Jerry Hirsch and Friends, with programing from the Florida Surf Film Festival, and the generous support of TRIO Tamarindo for the benefit of the non-profit organization CEPIA, bring to you the 2nd annual Tamarindo...
Surf Photographer Santa Teresa
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Since 2008, Mor has provided the highest-quality surf photography and drone video for the region of Santa Teresa. Contact her to capture your next surfing adventure. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_gallery...
Surfing and Yoga Go Hand in Hand
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] BEST COSTA RICA ADVENTURE DEALS [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Let’s take a moment to reconnect to our breath. Inhale deeply through your nose. Fill your lungs down to their very...
Surfing On Concrete
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]Surfing and skateboarding are so similar. This sport is picking up considerably in rural Costa Rica regions. Instead of falling into water, the skateboarder has unforgiving concrete to deal with. The activity is for all...
Endless Summer, Endless Surf Spots
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]As many Howler readers are aware from past articles about Tamarindo surf legend Robert August, the 1994 movie Endless Summer II secured Costa Rica’s place thereafter as one of the top surf destinations on the planet. From...
Surf Spot – Playa Tamarindo
[vc_row full_width="full_width"][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]Tamarindo is much more than just a surf spot. Tamarindo is a happening beach town full of shops, restaurants and bars. Add to that the mix of cultures, languages and people, and it is truly a...
It Must Be Dry Season in Costa Rica: When the Papagayo Winds Start Talking
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] There’s a specific sound that tells you Guanacaste is in its dry-season mood. Not birdsong. Not howler monkeys. It’s the constant thump-scrape of tree branches getting a stern lecture from the wind, plus that familiar rattle of...



















