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SURF TECHNIQUE: HOW TO DUCK DIVE
SURF TECHNIQUE: HOW TO DUCK DIVE & HOW TO TURTLE ROLL Swell Surf technique series: If you have ever tried to surf without knowing how to turtle roll or duck dive, you might not have had a great time. Both turtle rolling and duck diving are an essential part of surfing. Without doing either, we …
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SURF IN THE CARIBBEAN
Yes, there is Surf in The Caribbean! The Caribbean Sea is often associated with warm, tranquil, turquoise waters, white sand, and ideal weather. But to the surprise of many, the Caribbean is actually home to a myriad of world-class surf breaks scattered throughout the various island nations. Most people presumably think of umbrella drinks when …
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SURF ETIQUETTE: THE GOLDEN RULES
THE GOLDEN RULES OF SURF ETIQUETTE Learning to surf is far more than starting a new sport and acquiring the skills necessary to compete. It’s about learning the culture, participating in the lifestyle, and having the time of your life. However, surfing can be a bit intimidating at times, and even dangerous if done incorrectly. …
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THE BEST YOGA POSES FOR SURFING
The Best Yoga Poses for Surfers Yoga and surfing, the two are often paired, and rightfully so, they are complementary to one another. Yoga surf camps are popping up all over the world and we are proud to offer Yoga surf holidays at our Caribbean surf camp. The reality of surfing, for beginners and experts …
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BEGINNER SURF DESTINATIONS
THE BEST WORLDWIDE BEGINNER SURF DESTINATIONS Even though our surf camp is in the Dominican Republic, we are also surfers ourselves and have travelled extensively for years in the search for waves to catch. Why Choosing the Right Spot Matters For new surfers, picking the best spot is crucial. The waves, water temperature, and access …
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FAMILY SURF HOLIDAY
A family surf trip! The summer is almost over; we are headed into Autumn and then the (often dreaded) long months of Winter. We all need something to look forward to, so thoughts often turn to next summer’s plans to keep us going through the cold months. Family vacations are always best planned well in …
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Continue ReadingContinue ReadingAbout Jeroen, the Co-Founder of Swell
About: Jeroen Mutsaars Jeroen is the co-founder and co-owner of Swell Surf Camp, where he combines a long-standing passion for surfing with a commitment to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for guests. Originally from the Netherlands, Jeroen decided in 2004 to leave a conventional career path and dedicate himself to the surf & travel …
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THE SWELL TEAM
Meet the team Let us introuduce you to the people who work at Swell, and who will make sure you get the surf holiday you are looking for. THE MANAGER Haudy My name is Haudy Prisila I am 42 years old & Graduate of Tourism, Hospitality and Marketing I am originally from Chile, my hometown …
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TOP ACTIVITIES DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
TOP ACTIVITIES DOMINICAN REPUBLIC So you want to go on vacation to the Dominican Republic; an island jam-packed full of beautiful beaches and azure-colored water. DOMINICAN REPUBLIC: A SUPERB HOLIDAY DESTINATION FOR ALL You may not realise though that the Dominican Republic has a landscape which lends itself to some of the most beautiful and …
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CARNIVALS, MUSIC, FESTIVALS & BASEBALL
STUFF TO SEE IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC It is no surprise, given the country’s rich and varied history, starting with the original Taino Caribbean people and followed by invasions from the Spanish, French and even the Americans in 1965, that the Dominican Republic has such an incredible array of cultural and music festivals and celebrations …
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CABARETE IN SURFING PICTURES
CABARETE IN SURFING PICTURES We have a lot of text describing what a surf vacation on the north coast of the Dominican Republic is all about, but instead of writing about how pretty the scenery is here, we thought we’d show you the scenery , landscapes and action you can expect when you visit us. …
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SPOTLIGHT: DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Smack-bang in the middle of the Caribbean sea and the Atlantic ocean, sits one of the largest, most interesting (historically), stunningly beautiful and culturally diverse islands of the entire region; the Dominican Republic. Anyone planning a trip to the Caribbean should put this place firmly on their shortlist and this article will list the many …
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SURF TECHNIQUE: THE POP UP
SURF TECHNIQUE: THE POP UP Here is a “how to surf” tutorial on various surfing techniques which are vital when you are learning how to surf. It is not meant as a replacement for going on a learn to surf holiday (like those we offer at Swell) but rather as a reference with visuals to …
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INFOGRAPHIC : CABARETE
VISIT CABARETE Here’s a visual with 7 reasons to put Cabarete on the top of your vacation destinations for 2018 (or 2019) We hope to see you soon in Cabarete. Swell offers: Learn to surf holidays for beginners Learn to kiteboard packages Surf & Yoga holidays Adventure day trips Luxury accommodation in our surf hotel …
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CABARETE: ADVENTURE IN THE CARIBBEAN
9 Reasons why Cabarete is the ultimate water sport destination in Central America / Caribbean. There are so many places in the world where you can lie on a sun-soaked beach and do absolutely nothing (if that’s your thing), but where do you go if you want an action-packed, adult sports holiday with a variety …
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SWELL HOLIDAYS
LEARN TO SURF HOLIDAYS What’s new at Swell Surf Camp May 2018 Swell Surf Holiday news News Why go to Swell on a learn to surf holiday Summer kitesurf season in cabarete NEWS About 2 months ago we launched the Swell 2018 website, aftre some initial technical difficulties the site is now running smooth and …
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learning how to surf
If you have always wanted to learn how to surf, but don’t know what it takes to do so, read this article
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5 reasons for a trip to the DR
Many people think of the Dominican Republic as a place for all-inclusive lazy holiday, the reality is that the Dominican Republic has so much more to offer than those big hotels.
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Kitesurf Holiday
KITESURF HOLIDAY Kitesurf season is coming up in Cabarete, Dominican Republic.Besides awesome surfing conditions for surfers of all levels, Cabarete is also widely regarded as the kitesurf capital of the world. Perfect conditions for kiteboarders of all levels. What to expect if you are coming to Cabarete for a kitesurf holiday? Steady tradewinds that kick in …
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What level is my surfing?
Here at Swell, we deal with this question on a weekly basis. Of the many emails we receive each week, we find that several of our potential guests are unsure how to class the level of surf experience they have: Many people call themselves intermediate surfers, but in our experience, it’s such a generic term, …
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