Hanalei Bay, Kaua'i

When people think of surfing Kaua'i, they think of Hanalei Bay. Known as one of the top surf destinations in all of Hawaii, surfers come here to find beautiful, long rights and glassy waves. It is a powerful reef break, sheltered by mountains on each side, and is known for being one of the most scenic surf spots in the world. The best season for surf is during the fall and winter months, where waves average from chest to double overhead. This spot is known to locals and tourists alike, located about 45 minutes from the Lihue Airport, and is on the north shore of Kaua'i. There are numerous campsites and few hotels in Hanalei Bay, making this surf spot a local gem. The locals are typically very nice and friendly, however, sharks have been known to infest these waters, so surfers beware. Surfing in Hanalei Bay, you will not only enjoy great waves, but also the beautiful view of the Na Pali Mountains.

Waikiki Beach

Waikiki Beach is located in the southern coast of Oahu, Hawaii, miles away from the Honolulu Airport. It is a known tourist destination, as well as a local surf spot, making this a very crowded beach. The waves are packed with surfers year-round due to the sunny weather and waves for beginners, intermediate, and advanced riders looking for a fun afternoon. It is a forgiving reef break, with some coral bottom; the water is always warm, with the best waves in the summer. The water is turquoise-blue and crystal-clear. Thousands of surf instructors and board rental shacks can be round up and down the coast of Waikiki, making it easy to rent or sign up for a lesson. However, some of the locals can be very territorial and can become testy, due to the large amount of constant tourists invading their area. But the view from the ocean to the beach is one of the most beautiful in the world, making Waikiki an excellent place to get hooked on the hobby of surfing. One can always come to Waikiki beach and see hundreds of surfers catching the waves.

Reef Road, Florida

Located between Singer Island Condos and the estates of Palm Beach, this once secret spot has become a surfing mecca for South Floridians to enjoy. In 1916, the area was dredged, which has now created a beautiful left and the most powerful wave in all of South Florida. In any given day, this break tends to be larger than the others in the area, and also more crowded. Reef Road is in Palm Beach, FL, which is an hour and a half drive from Miami; 15 minutes from the Palm Beach Airport. One of the difficulties with this break is it's location. It is right in front of a neighborhood, so parking is very difficult and scarce. The local surfers in the area are usually fairly pleasant, however, some of the original riders of this break are known to be territorial because of this once hidden gem. This is a beach break that typically only breaks left and sharks are very common in this area. The water temperature can be anywhere from 72-82 degrees F, depending on the time of year, with an outside temperature averaging at 77 degrees F. A wet suit is only required a few days out of the 365 day year!