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Peru: Off-the-Beaten-Path in Mancora

If all you've seen is Machu Picchu, Cusco, and Lima, you've only scratched the surface of Peru. Why not tack on a little beach time in the chill surf town of Mancora?

Posted by Bee-Shyuan Chang on January 17, 2013 at 3:00:00 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Peru, Beaches
Five Adventures on Canada's West Coast

We love a luxe getaway as much as the next person. But sometimes, adventure calls. And these land-and-sea adventures, from easy to hard, are all within a stone's throw of Vancouver.

Posted by Trish Friesen on July 26, 2012 at 10:35:31 AM EDT in Outdoors, Trip Ideas Tagged: Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver, Whistler, Whale Watching, Bikes
What to Wear: Surfer Style in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz has got a lot going for it, what with laidback bohemian vibes, world-class swells, and a Michelin-starred eatery. Take it all in without making a fashion misstep with these top tips.

Posted by Bee-Shyuan Chang on May 25, 2012 at 1:27:20 PM EDT in Travel Tips, Trip Ideas, Style Tagged: California, Tips, Packing, Clothing,
Luxury Experiential Resort Lumeria Maui Opens in Maui

Surfer-centric town Paia, on Maui’s North Shore, welcomed a new luxury resort to its midst in early March. Located on six acres of former sugarcane land, not far from famous surf spot Ho’okipa Beach, Lumeria Maui is an experiential retreat with programs and classes centered on yoga, surfing, meditation, and Hawaiian culture.

Posted by Stephanie Johnnidis on March 30, 2012 at 3:27:45 PM EDT in Hotels Tagged: Maui, Hotels, Yoga,
Luxury Experiential Resort Lumeria Maui Opens in Maui

Surfer-centric town Paia, on Maui’s North Shore, welcomed a new luxury resort to its midst in early March. Located on six acres of former sugarcane land, not far from famous surf spot Ho’okipa Beach, Lumeria Maui is an experiential retreat with programs and classes centered on yoga, surfing, meditation, and Hawaiian culture.

Posted by Stephanie Johnnidis on March 30, 2012 at 3:27:45 PM EDT in Hotels Tagged: Maui, Hotels, Yoga,
Uruguay's Best Beach Getaways

Within Uruguay’s borders are some of the top beaches in South America—and now is the prime time to visit. Each beach has its own distinct vibe and personality, making it perfect for whatever type of retreat you desire.

Posted by Karina Martinez-Carter on February 10, 2012 at 1:55:54 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Uruguay, Beaches, Punta del Este
Hoping to Hang Ten on Costa Rica? Known where to find the different types of breaks

Beach breaks are the best type for beginners. Waves break over sandbars and the seafloor. Jacó, Hermosa, and Sámara are all beach breaks. Point breaks are created as waves hit a point jutting into the ocean.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on July 05, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Central America, Costa Rica
Bali Beyond Backpacking: Top Beaches, Hotels, and More

For years, Bali was a backpacker’s dream but now the Indonesian island is all grown up. From Ubud to Seminyak, we've got the inside scoop on the best yoga, beaches, surfing, spas, restaurants, and hotels—plus when to go and how to get here.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on April 28, 2011 at 12:59:59 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Bali, Restaurants, Hotels, Yoga
Into surfing—or just watching? Know where to find Oahu's biggest waves.

The waves switch with the seasons—they're big in the south in summer, and they loom large in the north in winter. If you're not experienced, it's best to go where the waves are small. There will be fewer crowds, and your chances of injury dramatically decrease.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on March 14, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Hawaii, Oahu
Leeward or Windward? Know which side of the island you want in the Caribbean.

Decide whether you want a hotel on the leeward side of an island (with calm water, good for snorkeling and swimming) or the windward (with waves, good for surfing, not good for swimming).

Posted by Fodor's Editors on February 27, 2011 at 2:00:00 AM EST in Travel Tips Tagged: Beaches,