Today, Nazaré is one of the most popular big wave surf breaks on the planet. Every year, the quiet fishing village attracts hundreds of multinational athletes and thousands of tourists from all over the world, who seek to ride and witness the power of Nature. Whenever a wave breaks near the iconic Nazaré cliff, you […]
The Hula is a complex dance developed by the Polynesian who originally settled Hawaii. The dance is accompanied by a song (“mele”) or chant (“oli”) which tell stories and traditions embedded in the Hawaiian culture. According to historians, the dance – named “Ha’a” – was originally performed for Pele, the goddess of volcanoes fire, wind […]
Duke Kahanamoku is widely recognized as the father of modern surfing. He is the ultimate beach boy and, for many, the “Big Kahuna” is the most influential surfer of all time. Not only he boosted surfing in his Hawaiian Islands, but he was also one of the first to promote wave riding in Australia and California. […]
Hawaii: land of volcanos, luaus, surfing beaches, blue waters, leis, music, and endless green fields. That you already know. So, what more secrets hides the Aloha State? There many reasons to visit the Hawaiian Islands. Whether you’re visiting the remote Pacific archipelago for the sandy beaches, the surfing waves, or exploring the ancient traditions and […]
Mick Fanning has been named Officer of the Order of Australia, one of the most prestigious distinctions awarded to national citizens. The Order of Australia was established in 1975 by Elizabeth II, the Queen of Australia. She wanted to recognize the Australian citizens who stand out for meritorious service or outstanding achievements. “It’s a huge […]
Carissa Moore is your 2015 Women’s Samsung Galaxy Championship Tour queen. The Hawaiian surfer defeated Sally Fitzgibbons in the Target Maui Pro final, and secured her third world title in perfect four-to-six foot surf, at Honolua Bay. Moore concluded her 2015 World Surf League campaign with a spectacular performance. She pulled a total heat scored […]
Some say it’s the biggest paddle-in wave ever at Puerto Escondido. We say it’s a superb ride in a giant day, at Mexico’s queen of the waves. A round of applause for Mr. Mark Healey. The good thing is he survived the beast. Mark Healey had never seen Puerto Escondido pumping waves this big. He […]