Global Pursuits
In-depth travel guides for surf retreats in Puerto Rico, Portugal, and beyond.
44 posts
The mechanics of surf video analysis: why feeling the wave isn't enough
Solving the winter surf plateau: why DIY tropical trips fail and what actually works
DIY Puerto Rico surf trips vs. dedicated surf retreats
How to audit a surf school's shorebreak safety protocols
Training for Rincon reef breaks at a New England beach
How to vet a family surf vacation for safety and actual skill progression
The family surf planner: matching waves and coaching for mixed-skill households
The surf school audit: vetting for independent wave entry
How to audit a surf retreat's emergency medical evacuation protocols
Why your pop-up fails in warm water (and how to fix it)
The science of surf progression: bypassing the beginner plateau
The surf school video audit: technical coaching vs souvenir photos
The surf video analysis audit: what actually improves your stance
Training kids in Boston waves for a Puerto Rico winter surf trip
Planning a multi-level family surf vacation without the stress
Push-in lessons vs independent wave-reading: which prepares you for tropical travel?
Building a Boston surf progression plan for tropical reef breaks
How to audit a surf retreat's medical evacuation plan
The parents' guide to vetting a family surf retreat curriculum
The parents' guide to vetting a family surf retreat
How to audit a surf school's shorebreak safety and entry protocols
The flat-day test: how to vet a surf school's cancellation policy
The warm-water buoyancy shock: adjusting your board volume for the tropics
The surf retreat lodging audit: checking power, water, and gear storage
How to train for a surf trip: a 6-week paddle conditioning plan
From local training to global travel: 8 surf safety standards that prepare you for bigger waves
The surf school feedback audit: identifying real progression programs
How to audit a surf school's coaching methodology
The surf travel insurance audit: verifying medical, gear, and action-sport coverage
Fixing the tropical trip shock: training for reef breaks at home
The surf retreat coaching audit: spotting career educators over seasonal hires
The surf retreat break-compatibility audit: matching spot mechanics to your skill level
Training for tropical surf: a 6-week conditioning plan for New Englanders
The surf school marine first-aid audit: verifying emergency readiness for cuts and stings
How to practice tropical reef take-offs at New England beach breaks
The Complete Guide to Family Surf Retreats: Planning for Safety and Rapid Progression
How a 12-Month Dual-Location Calendar Breaks the Beginner Surf Plateau
How Families Can Break the New England Surf Plateau with Year-Round Progression Plans
How to vet a New England surf retreat itinerary
How to prepare your family for an international surf retreat
The New Englander’s manual for winter surf travel and technical progression
DIY Beach Weekend vs All-Inclusive Surf Camp: A Realistic Family Guide
