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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span style="line-height: 115%;">Bern </span></b><span style="line-height: 115%;">is
the city of <b>Canton Bern</b> and capital
of <b>Switzerland</b>. It is the most
popular holiday destination in Switzerland, as well as in the world, here many
tourist visit to have a great time and here most people visit in the summer.
This place is famous for his culture, church, museum and galleries, and it is
known for the first Illustrated city walk on iPod in the world. </span><span style="line-height: 115%;">The
medieval air of this city with its many fountains, sandstone facades, narrow
streets and historic towers is unique. The elevated Rose Garden above the Bear
Park and the platform of the 101-metre-high cathedral tower offer the best
views of the old town round which the River Aare flows. The former
entrenchments and bastions drop down steeply to the river. The boutiques, bars
and cabaret stages of the old town, some of which are located in vaulted
cellars, and the small street cafes attract locals as well as a lot of
tourists. Although Bern has a very good public transport network it is best to
explore the city centre on foot.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">Embedded
between nearby Alpine peaks and the hilly terrain of the Jura, the
French-speaking city of Geneva lies in the bay where the Rhone leaves Lake
Geneva. With its humanitarian tradition and cosmopolitan flair, the European
seat of the UNO and headquarters of the Red Cross is known as the «capital of
peace».</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span style="line-height: 115%;">Geneva </span></b><span style="line-height: 115%;">is
a beautiful city of Canton Geneva in <b>Switzerland</b>,
it is most popular city and many tourists visit it every year. It is famous for
its culture, beauty of lakes and historic places. The city is financially
responsible for around thirty venues and performance centres, eleven museums,
the Municipal library network and Geneva Library. </span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 115%;">The symbol
of the «world’s smallest metropolis» is the “Jet d’eau” – a fountain with a
140-metre-high water jet at the periphery of Lake Geneva. Most of the large
hotels and many restaurants are situated on the right-hand shore of the lake. </span></span><br />
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Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The
vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains,
Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, is the starting point for numerous activities.</span><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></h3>
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span style="line-height: 115%;">Interlaken</span></b><span style="line-height: 115%;"> is a small city in Canton of central <b>Switzerlands</b>. This is located between
two Alpine Lakes (Brienzersee and Thunersee). Interlaken is the most popular
destination for a base camp for outdoor sports and travel in surrounding areas.
In Interlaken there many mountains and lake valleys. This is the best holiday
destination for you. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span style="line-height: 115%;">Jungfrau Region </span></b><span style="line-height: 115%;">is the world best is the high point holiday
destination. The highest railway station in Europe is located 3,454 meters
above sea level. It is situated between the Cantons of <b>Valais</b> and <b>Bern</b> in <b>Switzerland</b>. It is high-Alpine
wonderland of ice, snow and rock, the viewing platforms on the Aletsch Glacier
or in the Ice Palace. Originally difficult of access, this mighty range of
mountains in the heart of the <b>Bernese
Oberland</b> has now been brought within easy reach and attracts large number
of visitors every year.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Imposing
mountains, a plethora of leisure activities and a wide range of hotel offerings
make the Jungfrau Region (including the resort towns Wengen, Mürren und
Lauterbrunnen) a highly desirable vacation destination.</span><br />
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a beautiful and small city in the heartland of <b>Switzerland</b>, of <b>Cantons
Lucernce</b>, across the lake from Altdorf, where legend has it William Tell
shot an apple off of his son’s head.</span><br />
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central Switzerland, sited on Lake Lucerne, is embedded within an impressive
mountainous panorama. Thanks to its attractions, its souvenir and watch shops,
the beautiful lakeside setting and the nearby excursion mountains of the Rigi,
Pilatus and Stanserhorn, the town is a destination for many travel groups and individuals
on their journey through central Switzerland.</span></h3>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Lugano,
the largest town in the holiday region of Ticino, is not only Switzerland's
third most important financial centre and a conference, banking and business
centre, but also a town of parks and flowers, villas and sacred buildings. With
Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city,
combined with the cachet of a small town.</span></span><br />
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a beautiful Lakeside city in <b>Ticino</b>,
<b>Switzerland</b>. This city is surrounded
by the mountains of the Lugano Prealps, it offers palm trees, picturesque
boulevards, stunning views of the lake and many outdoor activities.</span><br />
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is only one of the many prominent guests of St. Moritz. St. Moritz is often
called an Alpine metropolis. There are numerous luxury hotels, spas and upscale
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beautiful attractions in the world. The name ‘St. Moritz’ stands for a ‘chic’,
vibrant and elegant town, second home to the rich and famous for beautiful
weather, climate and lies on a sunny terrace in the heart of the Engadin Valley
in Graubunden. This place is originally rose to importance because of its
healing mineral springs, which have been appreciated for over 3’000 years. Many
visitors come in summer to enjoy the moment and for vacations. There many famous and popular tourist attraction.</span><br />
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plenty of sunny days. It was exactly this sun that was legally protected as the
emblem of St. Moritz in 1930. St. Moritz was often ahead of the times - for
example, the first electric light went on at Christmastime in 1878, the first
golf tournament in the Alps took place here, in 1889 and one of the first ski
lifts in Switzerland began running in 1935. </span><br />
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linked to what is most probably the world's most famous mountain. The vacation
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a village the located in the canton of <b>Valais</b>,
in <b>Switzerland</b>. The town lies at the
upper end of <b>Mattertal</b> highest
peaks. It is the most popular destination in the world, it is known for a
platform for skiing and mountaineering, especially on the mountain. This place
is surrounded by a range of fabulous mountains, it is among the highest of
Switzerland. Here the ski region encompasses 63 mountain railways and more than
200 miles of slopes, this region called “Matterhorn Glacier Paradise” is
Europe’s largest and in summer many tourist visit here for holiday, honeymoon,
and hiking.</span><br />
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the largest city of <b>Canton Zurich</b> in
<b>Switzerland</b>. Zurich is on Lake
Zurich, where the lake flows into the River Limmat, in the north of
Switzerland. Zurich is most famous destination and thousands of people visit
this city every year. There are many interesting things to see and activities
to do. </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Its
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guests from all over the world to this “region of short routes”. Zurich is
quick and easy to reach, whether by train, plane or private vehicle. Its
international airport has direct connections with over 150 destinations. Just a
10-minute train ride from the airport and situated right in the city center,
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Top 10 Hill Stations in India

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India is a country which is very popular amongst tourists from all over the World. The heritage of India is undoubtedly one of the best preserved till date. It is just impossible for you to explore the whole of India in a single trip for that you need multiple visits multiple times. Hills Stations in India attracts many travelers as their location is just perfectly suited to spend a quality time with your beloved ones. Ranging from East to West and North to South there are many hill stations with awe-inspiring hills enough to get you awe-struck at a glance. If so many options are available than obviously it gets difficult to choose the best one but don’t worry scroll down and you will get your answer.</div>
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Let’s explore: Top 10 Hill Stations in India.</div>
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 <span style="font-family: Lato, arial; font-size: 27px; line-height: 1.1;">10) Mount Abu</span></h2>
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Surrounded by evergreen forests and rivers and hidden picnic spots, Mount Abu is a popular hill station in Rajasthan located at an elevation of 1, 220m. It is the only hill station in Rajasthan and is the only way out to escape from the heat of Rajasthan which at times can go as high to 44 c. Here, you can see the flavor of Rajasthani and Gujarati trends mixing with each other as it is very close to Gujarat. If you want to explore a unique hill station that you have only imagined of than Mount Abu is the perfect one to reside.</div>
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Matheran is the most popular hill station in Maharastra exquisitely surrounded by lush green valleys and hills that offer some of the best views of Natural Beauty. Located at an elevation of 800m, Matheran is the smallest hill station in India but if you want to explore the beauty of a hill station than head straight to Matheran instead of any other. The most pleasant thing about Matheran is that vehicles even bicycles are banned here. Due to this, you can explore the real beauty of a hill station without any air or noise pollution. Toy Train Ride from Neral to Matheran covering the entire beauty of the hill station will be the highlight of your trip.</div>
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Saputara “The Paradise of Guajarati’s” is the best place in the region to reside and make the most of your time with family. Located at an altitude of about 1000 m, this is the most popular hill station in Gujarat. Saputara is ideal for travelers as some of the views are just beyond imagination along with adventure activities like theaters, rope ways, etc. This place is always full with people especially during holidays as this is the preferred traveling choice of the surrounding locals. From Sunset Point, you can see the sun drowning all the way into the oceans very clearly making it a memorable moment.</div>
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<b> <span style="font-family: Lato, arial; font-size: 27px; line-height: 1.1;">7) Shillong</span></b></div>
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Located at an elevation of about 1,525m on Shillong Plateau, Shillong is nicknamed as the “Scotland of the East” as it is calm, clean, breezy, and pollution free. It is the capital of Meghalaya and has one of the largest Golf Courses of Asia. It is amongst the best-rated hill stations in India and the lush green surroundings with picturesque scenery make the stay even more pleasant. Nearby attractions like Elephant Falls, Lady Hydari Park, Wards Lake, Shillong Golf Course, etc. can be visited to make the journey even more memorable.</div>
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Mussoorie is a hill station in Uttarakhand state of India also known as “Queen of the Hills” located at an elevation of 2,005.5m. Mussorie is a perfect place where you can explore the beauty of Nature as it is ideally surrounded by green hills. From here, you can explore glittering views of Doon Valley and Shiwalik Ranges that are awe-inspiring. Mussoorie is a tourist hub of Uttarakhand always full with people exploring its beauty.</div>
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Ooty is the best place if you want to escape from the unbearable heat of Tamil Nadu as it’s ideally located at an elevation of about 2,240m at Nilgiri Hills. Ooty has been nicknamed as “Queen of the Hill Stations” because it is surrounded by lush greenery and pleasant climate makes the location perfect for a smooth vacation. If you are planning a trip to a hill station in India than make Ooty your preferred choice.</div>
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Kullu and Manali are two different hill stations located in Himachal Pradesh but people who visit one definitely visits another. Kullu is an open valley famous for its majestic hills and activities that are all fascinatingly adventurous whereas Manali is known as a “Prime Honeymoon Destination of India”. Both of the hill stations are very much popular amongst the tourists and offer some of the best adventures in Natural Beauty.</div>
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Located in the Western Ghati range, Mahabaleshwar is a popular hill station of India and the most visited hill station of the state Maharashtra at an elevation of about 1,438m. Attractions and landmarks like Venna Lake, Arthur’s Seat, Kate’s Point, Elephant Point and many more can be explored here. It is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus and served as the summer capital of Bombay province during British Raaj. Don’t hesitate for once if planning a trip to this wonderful place.</div>
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Darjeeling is a very popular hill station in India and is located at an elevation of 2,050m. With its surroundings, Darjeeling welcomes tourists with the best views that often make them go crazy. It is an extremely beautiful hill station to explore with exotic waterfalls, lush tea gardens, green valleys, and many more attractions available. In addition, you will see some of the best views of the World’s third highest peak Mount Kanchenjunga which wont wipe out that easily. Visit and see why it is called as the dreamland of the east..!!</div>
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Shimla, once the summer capital of the British Emperors, is now the capital of Himachal Pradesh and one of the most visited hill stations in India. The location of Shimla is very unique and provides some of the best views for the travelers. If you are talking about hill stations in India than for sure you can’t ignore Shimla. The surroundings, natural beauty, adventure activities, and many more combines to make Shimla an eternal beauty in India.</div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-weight: normal;">Taghazout, Morocco, is a surfing oasis in the middle of a long,
rugged coastline that is inundated with waves. This ancient Berber encampment
became an outpost for European adventurers trekking into southern Morocco in
the 1960s. And throughout that same period, surfers “discovered” the region and
set up shop in Taghazout. Today, there are a lot of French and Spanish surfers
mingling with the native Moroccans and Berbers in what still feels like a frontier
town on the edge of the desert. The waves are almost always long-period ground
swells—which means great shape and plenty of power—and the winds consistently
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and work their way up to the point breaks, which are considered among the best
in the world. To sample the crème de la crème, go for a surf at Anchor Point or
Killer Point and learn why surfers often describe the waves there as “freight
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California; and no SoCal town is quite as surfy as Encinitas. It’s an easygoing
mix of West Coast counterculture—from skaters and snowboarders to surfers—and
New Age spiritualists. Aside from having some of the oldest and most
well-respected surf shops in the country, it is also the home of</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;"> <span style="color: #333333;">La Paloma Theatre, which in its 84-year history has
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which supports a wide range of surfers, from beginners on its central sandbars
to more advanced surfers at its north and south ends. “I love the energy of
Encinitas,” says local surfer and body surfing guru Ed Lewis, who has opened
the world of body surfing to a much larger audience through the shaping of</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">handplanes. “As you drive up the freeway, you can feel
the energy of it,” he says. “It has everything you could ask for: culture,
great food, spirituality, great surf spots, a long history of surfing, surfers and
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should be on the bucket list of every surfer. And Bundoran should be the start
of any surfing adventure on the Emerald Isle. This centuries-old fishing
village catches just about any swell that steamrolls through the North Atlantic
and onto a smattering of beaches and reefs that suit different levels of
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serving up national specialties such as Guinness and oysters to the tune of
traditional Irish music. “Bundoran is a town with many sides and the real
Bundoran can only be found with the help of the locals,” says Pete Craig,
surfer and owner of the outfitter Bundoran Surf Co. The main surfing beach is
Tullan Strand, but if you want to venture out, ask locals about the surrounding
reefs and beaches, which work on a variety of swells.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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populace, Brazil is poised to become the next great epicenter of global surf
culture. Nowhere is this better exemplified than Brazil’s island capital of
surfing, Florianópolis, or Floripa, as the locals prefer. There are 42
different beaches to suit all surfing tastes, from the novice-friendly Barra Da
Lagoa to the heavier Joaquina Beach, where they sometimes hold professional
surfing competitions. The only thing more consistent than the Southern
Hemisphere swells is the nightlife. Expect to surf a lot of afternoons, because
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-weight: normal;">In an entire continent of surf towns, Byron Bay stands out as
one of the spiritual and historical homes of surfing in what is, pound for
pound, perhaps the greatest surfing nation in the world. Despite a tendency
toward the upscale, Byron is at heart a hippie town that favors live bands,
relaxed cafes that source local ingredients, and plenty of “all natural”
everything. Combine that with the naturally cheerful disposition of many Aussies
and you won’t find better waves in a more pleasant setting anywhere in the
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break that accommodates all levels of surfers, though it can get crowded on
good swells. Beginners should stay on the beach and more advanced surfers can
head south to Broken Head, which has great beach breaks and other classic
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history. In 1854, Empress Eugénie convinced her husband, Napoleon III, to visit
the area. They then bought the land and built a palace on the beach, which made
Biarritz one of the hottest resort towns in Europe. Screenwriter Peter Viertel
brought France its first surfboard in 1956, when he came to shoot location
shots for</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;"> <i>The
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a nice combination of French high culture and SoCal surf culture, putting a
decidedly surfy spin on the notion of joie de vivre. Start surfing on La Grande
Plage (the Big Beach) in front of the town center. If it gets too crowded,
local Cape Breton transplant David Hanguehard recommends checking out
surrounding beaches such as La Côtes des Basques, Anglet, and Guethary.</span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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immediately jump to mind. It doesn’t have the consistency of Hawaii or the
death-defying reef breaks of Tahiti. But its west coast is home to hundreds of
miles of dark-sand beaches, and its craggy coastline hides reefs, points, and
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-weight: normal;">“My hometown, Shonan, is the birthplace of Japanese surfing,”
says professional big-wave surfer Takayuki Wakita. “Like many Japanese seaside
towns, it started out as a fishing town. But now it’s one of the capitals of
surfing for the entire country because the waves are good and it’s only an hour
away from Tokyo.” The change started in 1955, when the Japanese author Shintaro
Ishihara published</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><i>Season
of the Sun</i><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">, about a group of Japanese teenagers
living in rich hedonism on the sands of Shonan. While it didn’t describe any
surfers, Wakita’s forefathers started riding waves soon after. Don’t expect
fish tacos and English surf slang in Shonan. Do expect hundred-year-old
temples, local festivals, and scenery right out of a Hokusai wood-block print.</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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sharks, Muizenberg, South Africa, is an oasis of gentle rollers, friendly
locals, and beachside cafes. And don’t forget about the local wine. “Muizenberg
is the best ‘learn to surf’ beach in the world,” says Tim Conibear, founder of
Isiqalo, a Cape Town organization that teaches kids from low-income
neighborhoods to surf. “The attitude in the water is also super-mellow, with a
general acceptance of all watercrafts and abilities. Shark spotters keep you
safe, so you don't need to worry. For heavier waves, take a walk toward Kalk
Bay, where there's a serious reef. Danger Reef is also a little left-breaking
wave that's worth a stop.”</span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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probably didn’t know that their Atlantic coastline is one of the most pristine
and beautiful in the Americas. Although famous resort towns such as Punta del
Este have long been a haven for Argentine and European travelers, the rest of
the coastline is reserved for locals. La Paloma is a dusty little beach town
where Uruguayans go to surf, drink maté tea, and grill large hunks of grass-fed
beef over open flames.</span></span><br />
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friendly,” says Uruguay’s best professional surfer Marco Giorgi. “One of the
best parts is that it has surf spots for all levels of rider. And regardless of
which way the wind is blowing, it’s almost always surfable somewhere.”</span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Montauk used to be one of the East Coast surf scene’s best kept
secrets—a place where Northeastern surfers could escape the coastal crush, surf
a variety of great waves by day, and drink with salty sea dog fishermen at
night. Since the Hamptons jet set has started to move in, things have changed a
bit, but thankfully, Montauk remains a sleepy fishing town at the end of the
Long Island Rail Road line—with just enough glamour from New York City to keep
things interesting.</span></span><br />
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surf town in the world where you can surf great waves all day and rub shoulders
with movie stars on patio bars at night. When hurricanes or the much-loved
nor’easter storm systems batter the coast, there is no better place on the
Eastern seaboard for a surfer.</span></div>
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marshes, sandy barrier islands, and old wooden piers of the American southeast.
“It’s a great surf town for two main reasons—attitude and access,” says Mike
Barden, a native and owner of the seminal East Coast surf shop</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #333333; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Surf City Surf
Shop</span>, which has been in business since 1978. “We have a pretty
laid-back, understanding attitude. You don’t ever really get vibed here. You
can just show up and surf, which is something that you can’t always do in big
surf towns, such as Huntington Beach, or even some towns on the East Coast.”</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-weight: normal;">What do you get when you combine 13 miles of beach, 300 surfable
days a year, warm water, and great fishing? The laid-back center of
high-performance surfing known as New Smyrna Beach. The seasonal tourist center
is famous for its consistency and for its steep, wedging waves that break near
its inlet. They offer perfect ramps for aspiring East Coast professionals and
hot local talent to do all manner of trickery.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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beach away from the inlet, including highlights like Sapphire Road, 27th
Avenue, and Mary McLeod Bethune Beach Park. If you feel like getting schooled
by some of the best surfers on the East Coast, head down to the inlet when a
northeast swell is tearing in off the Atlantic, crack open a beverage, and
watch the local guys soar above the lips of waves.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-weight: normal;">Santa Cruz is a little town with a long surfing history. Its
marquee spot, Steamer Lane, was a proving ground for aspiring West Coast
big-wave riders in the 1950s. Men like Peter Cole, Ricky Grigg, and the Van
Dyke brothers rode giant winter swells here on wooden longboards—sans leashes
and wetsuits—in order to practice for the even more powerful waves of Hawaii.
It was this penchant for wintertime surfing that lead Jack O’Neill, who lost an
eye in an accident at the Lane, to develop the modern surfing wetsuit.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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your eyes to enjoy Santa Cruz. Tucked between sea cliffs and redwood forests,
this NorCal gem boasts a fantastic surfing museum and 11 surf spots, including
the Californian classic, Pleasure Point.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-weight: normal;">Most Hawaiian towns are surf towns, but none have the artsy,
eccentric vibe of Paia on Maui’s North Shore. What started as a sugarcane
boomtown is now a hangout for artists, surfers, and wind sport enthusiasts from
around the world. Although not known as a surfing mecca like Oahu’s North
Shore, partially due to the daily side-shore winds that shred the lineups most
afternoons, this actually works in favor of visiting surfers, according to local
pro surfer Zack Howard: “There are a lot of great surfers here, but in general,
the level is lower than in places like Oahu, and that means there are a lot of
waves for everyone.”<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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with Maui’s elite, paddle out at Hookipa—just make sure your shoulders can
handle a workout, as it doesn’t break close to shore. If you happen to be in
town during a big winter swell, drive west down the Hana Highway and pull off
between mile markers 13 and 14. From the bluff you can watch an international
crew of big-wave hellmen tow into waves breaking over the outer reef known as
Jaws.</span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; font-weight: normal;">The surfing world first learned about Raglan, or Whaingaroa as
it’s known in the local Maori language, when its empty, seemingly endless
left-hand point breaks were featured in Bruce Brown’s seminal surfing film,</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; font-weight: normal;"> <i>The
Endless Summer</i><span style="color: #333333;">. Although you can expect more of
a crowd in the lineup today than the</span> <i>Endless Summer</i> <span style="color: #333333;">boys encountered in 1966, the town itself is a throwback
to the golden days of surfing, according to Charlie Young, the director of the
Raglan Surfing School. “The old vibe still exists here,” he says. “People still
look out for each other.”</span></span><br />
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between 40° and 49° south latitude that produces some of the strongest and most
consistent swells in the world) sends waves to setups that include the
beginner- to intermediate-friendly Ngarunui Beach and the more advanced but
absolutely classic Manu Bay. When you aren’t in the water, Young recommends
checking the avant-garde music and art scene, Maori crafts stores, and locally
sourced restaurants and markets.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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