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From the Camino de Santiago to Surfing: the story behind Step by Step Atlantic

Interview with Hugo Taipa, co-founder of Step by Step Atlantic(…)

5 reasons to walk the Portuguese Coastal Way and end each day by the Atlantic

Discover 5 reasons to walk the Portuguese Coastal Way and end each day by the Atlantic, enjoying walking, nature, surfing and tranquillity. (…)

Santiago's Day and the Way That Passes Through Here

On July 25th, Saint James (Santiago) is celebrated. And Northern Portugal has been, for centuries, part of the route that thousands of pilgrims still travel(...)

The Best Time of Day to Surf

Tide, time, and wave quality: the simple guide no one explained to you before arriving in the North of Portugal. (...)

Solo Female Surf in the North of Portugal

Is it safe to travel alone to surf here? The honest answer, with no marketing filters...

How to Plan a Family Surf Trip

One wants to catch waves at dawn. The others want beach, relaxation, and time together. Here is how a house right in front of the surf break...

How to Improve Your Surfing After 30: A Guide for Those with Little Time but Big Goals

Let’s be realistic: learning to surf or improving your skills when you’re 15 and have the whole summer holiday ahead of you is one thing. (…)

Your First Surf Lesson: Everything That’s Going to Happen (No Secrets!)

It’s perfectly normal to feel a mixture of excitement and nerves before your first surfing lesson. The same questions always pop into your head: “Will I be able to…?”

How Yoga Can Save (and Improve) Your Surfing: The Perfect Recovery Combo

At first glance, surfing and yoga seem like polar opposites. Surfing is all about adrenaline, explosive energy, strength and a constant (yet respectful) battle with the(…)