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The surf camp has shared rooms, with bunk beds, perfect for groups, or private rooms, some with a panoramic view, sharing the living room and kitchen with the other guests. You can also rent a private apartment.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18107 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18106
You'll find the finest surfing conditions everyday regardless of the swell and wind direction. Around Peniche Surf Camp Base you can find a mix of long sandy bays and a couple of reef breaks.

Peniche Surf Camp Base has got an ocean view and is located 100 metres from three excellent waves to surf. In a 15km radius you have more than 20 waves to choose from, one of them described as the best left-hander in Portugal.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18106 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18028 It only takes small groups so a low-key stay is assured.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18028 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18027 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18027 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17725 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17725 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15892 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15892 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/14475 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/14475 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13937
Situated near the border of Ecuador at the northern corner of the country, this small beach resort is ideal for budget travelers. Big luxury hotels and restaurants haven't yet arrived here.

Instead, you will find nice, friendly small hotels, bars, many seafood restaurants, a vegetarian restaurant, and half a dozen souvenier shops.

This, Peru's best beach resort, is popular with surfers. You can hire a surf or body board, enjoy jumping in the waves of the Pacific Ocean, or just enjoy the sun on the beach. The busiest surfing months are November and February. Outside these months the place can be tranquil and room rates negotiable.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13937 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13842 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13842 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13728 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13728 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13687
For anybody who wants to start surfing or who already surfs.

Trips are done in VW camper vans and accomodation on luxury campsites in high season and hostels in low. I loved it!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13687 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13387
I recommend a surf school based in camping d'Albret plage.

Contact Cyril.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13387 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13353
Also the hotel at the top of the hill is beautiful and well worth a stop over.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13353 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13347
Take a boat trip, go mackerel fishing (on a mackerel pleasure trip as the sign used to have it) or buy fresh fish down on the beach. Get drowsy and happy in the cliff top garden of the Anchor Inn.

Go second hand book shopping in a hidden garage book shop (look for the sign on the pavement near the top of Fore Street), stock up on surf gear at Jimmy Green's or pick up some well-priced art at the Steam Gallery.

In the summer there's a regatta, but I've always preferred it a little out of high season, when you can enjoy the peace that fills this little town.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13347 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13002 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13002 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13000 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13000 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12971
You get friendly and knowledgeable surf guides who will tell you where to surf and give you pointers, decent hearty meals and a communal living room with comfy sofas, widescreen tv and dvds where you can hang out with other travellers and relax after a hard days surfing.

The town itself has plenty of bars and some good restaurants. You can get a great Brazilian steak for 10 Euros

I paid just over 200 Euros for 6 nights, surf lessons, wetsuit & board hire, breakfast and dinner and a ride to the airport. Bargain.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12971 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12953
Watergate bay is not just a lovely spot; there are facilities to hire all sorts of equipment for fun in the sun: surfboards, wave skis, power kites etc.

After a hard day's activity you can chill on the beach with a beer listening to surf rock.

A popular location for the English Surf Championships and since my last visit a certain Mr Oliver has opened a restaurant there.

A beautiful spot none the less.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12953