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•••Taking time for ourselves with a nourishing retreat often can be an incredible life experience.  We've rounded up the ultimate luxury retreats from around the world to explore this year ••• ...

••• Wetsuits are a staple gear for water enthusiasts, providing insulation and protection in various aquatic activities. However, many people are unaware of the environmental implications associated with neoprene wetsuits. Neoprene,...

• • • With summer about to launch in full swing, it’s the perfect time to make the most of the holiday season and book yourself an awesome retreat. With...

• • • A recent recipient of the prestigious Forbes Under 30 accolade, Catherine Joy White, the filmmaker, writer, Founder of Kusini Productions; a platform that champions diverse voices and...

• • • Flick Palmateer, an Australian artist and professional surfer, combines her two passions in her latest project “Skin Deep”. From Margaret River, Flick spoke about her childhood as...

Before jumping on that plane, be sure to thoroughly research your destination. This will go a long way, as it saves a lot of time on your trip, that’s better spent towards perfecting your barrel riding style!  A few key points to note about the ultimate surf trip are: Find out just what tide is best for the break, because the last thing you want, is to end up on the reef, when you should be surfing on the opposite end of the tide! Chat to the locals when you get there, they hold so much more wisdom than any Google search has! Keep an eye on the swell charts, so you know just what the ocean will offer you next.  If you’ve always read a pre-prepared surf report, learn how to read the real deal. Think synoptic charts and how swell period and swell direction affects the quality and sheer brunt of a swell.