When people think of the Algarve, they often picture the golden-yellow rock formations and the calm waters of the south coast. But if you’re looking for the true, untamed soul of Portugal, you have to head to the west coast—the Costa Vicentina. Here, nestled within a nature reserve, lies…
Turtle Roll vs. Duckdive: When to Use Which Technique While Surfing
For many surfers—whether beginners or advanced—getting into the lineup is often the biggest hurdle of the day. You start paddling out full of enthusiasm, and suddenly a wall of white water looms up in front of you. If you don’t know how to…
Evening activities at a surf camp: cooking together, yoga, and making new friends.
Evening activities at the surf camp: When the day in Arrifana really begins A perfect day in Arrifana usually begins with the sound of the Atlantic Ocean and the first view of the waves from the cliffs of the Algarve. But anyone who thinks that the experience...
The best surfing movies you must see.
There are days in Arrifana when the waves break perfectly, the sun sets over the Algarve, and after a long session at our MissionToSurf Camp, you're just tired and happy. But what do you do when your body...