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Acapulco’s Beaches – Something for Everybody

Acapulco has some of the best beaches in Mexico, if not in the world. From Pie de la Cuesta to the bay itself, then out to Puerto Marques and Diamante, and on as far as Barra Vieja, Acapulco offers miles and miles of beaches, each with a personality of its own.

The Pacific Ocean beaches can have strong waves, and are fun for those who like hearty water sports. Surfers particularly like Bonfil and Tres Vidas — beaches east of Revolcadero in the Diamond Zone. Inside the bay the waves are usually gentle, particularly in the “traditional zone,” which is like a cove within a cove. The “Golden Zone” on the east side of Acapulco’s bay, from Parque Papagayo to the Naval Base, has marvelous water, sand, crowds and restaurants. In the middle of this is Condesa Beach, party central during Spring Break.

Here is a rapid tour of the highlights:

Pie de la Cuesta

Pie de la Cuesta (“foot of the slope”) goes on for miles of yellow sandy beach. Behind is Coyuca Lagoon, where you will find peace, nature, and a few good places to eat. This may be the best beach on the Pacific for watching the sun sink into the ocean at day’s end. The waves can be strong here. Usually uncrowded, Pie de la Cuesta is a favorite of couples.

Playas Caleta & Caletilla

Playas Caleta and its near twin, Caletilla, are Acapulco’s original and most traditional beaches. The aquarium and museum, Magico Mundo Marino, lies between them. Here there is food and music and lots of family activity. The waters are calm. Originally the beach of the Hollywood stars of the 50’s and 60’s, Caleta and Caletilla now appeal to tourists and locals alike, especially those with kids.

Roqueta and Marin Beaches

Take a water taxi or a glass-bottom boat from Caleta to Isla Roqueta, where two beaches await. Playa Roqueta and Playa Marin are quiet, rustic beaches in this nature preserve. They are a must for the ecotourist or anyone who wants an escape. Playa Roqueta is near where the boats dock. Playa Marin is a remote and undeveloped beach that can only be reached by making a small hike to the other side of the island.

Playa Angosta

Playa Angosta (“narrow beach”) is where locals go to avoid tourist crowds. This short strip of beach is on the Pacific Coast, between two tall rocky outcroppings, one inlet east of La Quebrada, where the cliff divers perform. From mid-August to mid-April you can see the sun set into the Pacific. It’s the only beach in Acapulco proper that offers such a view. Several local seafood restaurants serve up the food, beer and soft drinks.

Playas Manzanillo & Honda

These neighbors are on the bayside between Caleta and downtown. Look for the lighthouse or the marina. Several traditional seafood restaurants can be found on these very popular beaches. Fishermen moor their boats near here, and there’s a boat graveyard nearby.

Playa Tlacopanocha

Tlacopanocha is a popular beach at the end of the town pier (“the Malecón”). Here you can watch the cruise ships come and go during the season, as the marine terminal is nearby.

Playas Las Hamacas, Tamarindos, Hornos, Hornitos

These four beaches extend from the Marine Terminal near downtown to Parque Papagayo. They are the remaining beaches of Acapulco’s so-called “Nautical Zone” or “Traditional Zone.” Playa Las Hamacas is wide and flat, more visited by fishermen than sunbathers. Tamarindos and Hornos are long beaches, extending up the bay to the east. Large coconut palms line the entrances from the sidewalk along the Costera. They have excellent beach restaurants, umbrellas, loungers, tables, and calm waves. There is lots of space for the kids to run around. These beaches are mostly enjoyed by families. Hornitos is the last beach before the beginning of Acapulco’s “Golden Zone.” It is right in front of the town’s main flag pole at the entrance to Parque Papagayo.

Playa Morro

Playa Morro, just off the traffic circle at the Diana statue, is a transition from the traditional zone (more family-oriented) to the party focus of Condesa Beach farther east. Just off shore in the water is a hilly island (a “morro”), so it’s easy to find. Currents here can be trickier than at the beaches closer to downtown.

Playa Condesa

Playa Condesa is right in the middle of Acapulco’s “Golden Zone” (Parque Papagayo to the Naval Base). A big rock (called “La Redonda”) is just a few yards offshore. Condesa has lots of lively bars and dance clubs, and there is always a crowd, whether it be day or night. This is the most happening place for partiers, especially during “Spring Break.” A segment of Condesa (below “Beto’s”) is a popular beach for gays. The water can get choppy around the offshore rock formations, but there is always something happening up on the sand.

Icacos Beach

Playa Icacos, the Golden Zone’s second most happening beach, is much wider than Condesa from sea to back wall, with clear water and clean sand. Like Condesa, all sorts of water activities can be arranged, like waterskiing, jet-skis and rides. The hotels and condos of Costa Azul provide most of the sunbathers, and so the crowd tends to be a bit older than at Condesa and somewhat more upscale than in the traditional zone.

Playa Pichilingue

This beach is inaccessible to most people. It’s for guests at the Camino Real and residents of the gated community surrounding it. Waters are calm, as it is on the shore of the small bay of Puerto Marques.

Playa Puerto Marques & Majahua

Residents of Acapulco Diamante do not hesitate to say that Playa Puerto Marques and Playa Majahua are the best beaches in town — especially in late morning and early afternoon. Small by comparison with bayside beaches, they seem cozier and more tropical, as they are set in the lush mangroves around Puerto Marques. The waters are calm. Tourists do not seem to flock to these beaches, preferring the grander expanses of Playas Diamante and Revolcadero. Good shopping and good eating are also right at hand.

Playa Revolcadero

Playa Revolcadero (“tumbler beach”) and Playa Diamante are really one long and wide strip of sand on the Pacific Ocean near the Fairmont Hotels (Acapulco Princess & Pierre Marques) and the Mayan Palace. These are three of Acapulco’s most luxurious resorts. Here the chic and the fashionable come to enjoy the sun. Serious swimmers enjoy taking on the large waves that come rolling in. Unlike the waters on the bayside, the undertow at Revolcadero can be very strong.

Playa Larga

Playa Larga (“long beach”) seems to go on forever, east of Revolcadero, and continuing towards Barra Vieja, miles away. The airport property lies behind part of it. This is a place for ecotourism, or quiet retreats back to nature. There are campsites, a nearby hatchery for sea turtles and a couple of places to spend the night. There are not too many services (like umbrellas and chairs), few restaurants, and no vendors. Access by automobile is recommended (no public transportation).

Playa Bonfil

Past Playa Larga is Playa Bonfil, also very quiet and unoccupied. Here the waves get strong enough to provide decent surfing. It has a sandy bottom. Waves come right and left. Not much is there in the way of services.

Tres Vidas

Playa Tres Vidas (three-lives beach) is yet farther down the coast from Acapulco Diamante and almost to Barra Vieja. An exclusive golf resort has been built here. Very few visitors come, other than guests from the boutique hotel at the golf club, lovers and surfers.

Barra Vieja

At the far east of Acapulco, about 20 miles away, is a fishing village called Barra Vieja (old [sand]bar). Here you will find several restaurants and beach clubs, some of them absolutely first rate. They offer parking, showers, and beach  facilities. You can eat, drink, sleep in the hammocks, swim in the pool, sun on the beach — whatever you like. It is perhaps as close to a real tropical paradise as you can get these days. Be sure to choose your beach club carefully or get a recommendation.

About the Author

Bernal Castillo writes for RealAcapulco.com, the most complete and reliable source of information about Acapulco, in English and in Spanish. To reach him, go to the RealAcapulco Website here: Acapulco and navigate to the contact page.

Should I stay in Ft Lauderdale or Cocoa Beach?

Only going to be staying a couple days. Not looking for a wild party, but still a fun atmosphere, and most importantly nice beaches for swimming and hanging out (not too interested in surfing). Not really concerned about the cost, just wondering if one place is distinctly better and why. Thanks!

Cocoa Beach has a lot more to do and its close to Kennedy Space Center. Its also close to Orlando. Cocoa Beach has better beaches and less crowded too. Won’t cost you an arm and a leg to stay either.

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Surf City alive and well in Huntington Beach

Most baby boomers will remember that teen-age anthem “Surf City” and its promise of “two girls for every boy.”

In truth, the male/female ratio was a bit more even than that, but Jan and Dean’s teen anthem called “Surf City” put themselves and Huntington Beach on the map. In those days it was hard to distinguish musically between Jan and Dean and the Beach Boys – but there was no mistaking the message both groups were sending: California in general – and Surf City in particular – were the places to be.

The surfing culture that launched this musical phenomenon still exists to various degrees up and down the California coastline. But no one place comes closer to the real thing than Huntington Beach, the undisputed surfing capital of the world and the place many think best epitomizes the mythical beach paradise described in “Surf City.”

You’ll, of course, get an argument from Santa Cruz, which lays claim to bigger waves and more Surfing History than its friendly rival to the south. Santa Cruz also likes to promote itself as Surf City but that city has one significant disadvantage: Dean Torrence – yes, THAT Dean – is still hanging 10 musically around Huntington Beach and is, in fact, on the Executive Committee of the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau. So take that, Santa Cruz!

With 8.5 miles of uninterrupted, incredibly wide beaches, it’s not hard to see why Huntington Beach has attracted L.A. beach-goers for decades. These sparkling sand beaches stretch so far that it all seems far removed from the L.A. megalopolis — when in fact it’s part of it. Even more interesting is how the Main Street and pier areas have retained their charm even though they are just blocks from the endless subdivisions and freeways of Orange County.

We don’t surf, but our trip to Huntington Beach offered us a chance to walk right into a three-dimensional model of Jan and Dean’s song, right down to what seemed like “two girls for every boy.” While the beaches just south of the pier were populated on this particular weekend with families and lots of young people, the surfers were congregated just north of the pier where we could get a bird’s-eye view as dozens of them tackled the modest but apparently exhilarating waves.

For us, creature comforts were important – we weren’t exactly looking to camp on the beach – so the Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort proved the perfect choice for accommodations. Reminiscent of the fine beach resorts you find in Hawaii, the Hilton is the only high-rise hotel in Huntington Beach and our sixth-floor room offered a commanding view of the beach. Sitting out on our lanai we could see far to both the north and south, and it was interesting to observe the rhythms of beach life.

During the day, families would stake out their parcels, many of them erecting partial tents, others content to enjoy the sun full-on. As sunset approached, fires could be seen up and down the coast as visitors took advantage of the city’s 600 fire rings for cooking or just a beach campfire. Then by morning it was all gone, and out came the city crews to spruce up the beach for another day and another 30,000 visitors – the average for Huntington Beach.

The luxurious rooms at the Hilton are known for the especially comfortable beds, but you’ll also find many other fun things to help you enjoy your stay. We enjoyed spending time poolside where the palm trees and gardens created just the right beach resort atmosphere. Instead of opaque walls, the resort courtyard has a plexi-glass wall on the beach side, allowing full view of the beach while you enjoy the pool. The sound system helps set the mood with, you guessed it, Jan and Dean belting out the hits. On this particular weekend the resort seemed fairly family-friendly – a lot of guests had brought their kids.

This resort would be especially good for teaching the kids how to surf. There seemed to be several classes offered, along with equipment rentals and we overheard one family discussing how that was one of their priorities while visiting “Surf City.”

Of course, there is also a lot to see and do once you leave the grounds of the hotel. The beach is just across the Pacific Coast Highway and running along the beach is a pathway that offers an ongoing parade of visitors – not just surfers, but youngsters, oldsters, families, couples and a cross-section of anybody and everybody. On this weekend there was a steady stream of 60’s muscle cars cruising the Pacific Coast Highway. The latest and most expensive sports cars were in abundance as well.

A short walk north from the hotel is the pier and the downtown area of Huntington Beach – just a few blocks of stores altogether, but a definite blast from the past. Surf shops abound – indeed, there is an International Surfing Museum to peruse — while several restaurants and outdoor cafes add to the festive feeling. Shoppers are most often clad in bathing suits – or maybe cover-ups for the more modest – and the feeling is pure California beach town. The boutiques here tend to feature simple, youth-oriented fashions. Rock music blares from one or two of the stores, while the occasional surfer pedals through town with a board three times as long as his bike.

For such a small downtown area, the restaurant selection is wide and varied. Beer pubs, sushi bars, fish tacos, Asian, Thai, Italian, Hawaiian – it’s all represented within just a couple of blocks. On this weekend the most popular place in town seemed to be the Sugar Shack Café, reputed to have breakfasts that are well worth a significant wait to get in the door.

Down by the pier, row after row of volleyball nets are in place and young guys and gals are usually out there taking full advantage of them – even on weekdays. Restaurants and surf shops are also located right out by the beach where you can rent a variety of beach toys including surf boards, boogie boards, and a side selection of bicycles and other vehicles to pedal up and down the beach walk.

With just a little investigation, visitors will find that Huntington Beach features more than just beaches and surfing. The Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, for example, is a bird-lover’s paradise comprising 330 acres of coastal wetlands. Nearly 200 bird species are documented here each year, and the reserve is open to foot traffic with parking just off the Pacific Coast Highway.

If you’re planning a family vacation that is to include many of the Southern California theme parks, most are within easy driving distance of Huntington Beach. Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure are 16 miles away, Knotts Berry Farm is 14 miles and Knott’s Soak City is just 14 miles from Huntington Beach. Shopping is close by, too – both South Coast Plaza and Fashion Island are within easy driving distance.

But a trip to Huntington Beach is really all about the beach – a beach that is an average of 100 yards wide and that seems to be endless. Whether you stay at the Hilton or drop in just for a day of beach fun, this part of Southern California still delivers on the legacy created by Jan and Dean — even if you’re now married, have teenagers of your own, and no longer care if there are “two girls for every boy.”

AT A GLANCE

WHERE: Huntington Beach is located in Orange County, about an hour’s drive south from Los Angeles.

WHAT: Huntington Beach is one of the most popular surfing spots in California and now is home to the US Open Surfing Championships. The town and area retain the flavor of the 60’s when surfing was hot in music and movies.

WHEN: Any time of year. The climate is sunny and comfortable year-round.

WHY: A chance to enjoy one of California’s best beaches and soak up a completely different culture while also enjoying a stay at a luxury resort.

HOW: For more information about Huntington Beach, visit the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau website at www.surfcityusa.com or phone 800-729-6232. For more information about the Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort, visit www.waterfrontbeachresort.hilton.com or phone 714-845-8000.

For more information on travel in California, please visit www.californiaweekend.com.

About the Author

Cary Ordway is a syndicated travel writer and president of Getaway Media Corp, publisher of www.californiaweekend.com, a site focusing on California travel, and www.northwesttraveladvisor.com, which features Pacific Northwest travel

What do u think of my beach shorts? Are they too feminine?

i went to a departmental store in a mall the other day, and decided to buy a pair of surf shorts. The men’s boardshorts all looked so baggy n long, therefore i decided to be daring n opted for something shorter n skimpier. Therefore i chose this pair from the girl’s section.

Uhh yea?

I dont know how much more feminine you could get, they are girls shorts. hah this is kind of a redundant question.

But i guess it looks like you shave your legs so i dont know the difference

Plus dont you think all your “stuff” will be hanging out, that is just gross

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The Motorola Milestone 2 Is An Excellent Option For Surfing The Web

Motorola is soon to release the updated version of their popular Android smartphone, the Motorola Milestone. Named simply the Motorola Milestone 2, this new and improved handset features some great upgrades ion its specifications.

The latest version of the Android OS (2.2 Froyo) makes an appearance, alongside a 1 GHz processor and 8 GB of internal storage making it a generally more powerful and capable all rounder than its highly impressive predecessor.

Users who prefer a physical QWERTY keyboard alongside a touchscreen are sure to be impressed with the Motorola Milestone 2. Offering the best of both worlds, the slide out QWERTY keyboard offers efficient text entry, whilst the 3.7 inch TFT capacitive touchscreen offers a great means of navigating the Motoblur UI. Another impressive feature of the screen is the Swype text input method. Should users choose to operate the on screen keyboard, for example if they only have one free hand, they can simply slide their fingertip from letter to letter without it leaving the screen. With a little practice, this feature can greatly improve text entry speeds. The screen also features accelerometer and proximity sensors as standard.

In order to alert users to calls and messages, both vibration and ringing are utilised, with the added bonus of assigning MP3 and WAV files as custom ringtones. A 3.5mm audio jack and a speakerphone system provide the means to carry out handsfree communication on the go.

A generous 8 GB of internal storage is provided as standard which is ample for storing most average sized digital music collections. An additional 8 GB is provided in the shape of a pre-installed memory card within the micro SD slot. This can however be replaced with a memory card of up to 32 GB giving the potential to gain 40 GB total storage.

Users of the Motorola Milestone 2 are assured of a great internet browsing experience, thanks to both HSDPA (in areas with 3G coverage) and Wi-Fi connections. The latter provides the fastest internet surfing, which is a breeze thanks to the built in web browsing software. Additional connectivity features include GPRS, EDGE, Bluetooth and micro USB.

A handy 5 megapixel camera is built in, which gives an impressive photography experience, catering for both budding photographers and simply those who like to take spontaneous snapshots when out and about. This is thanks to its ease of use combined with a package of powerful features for image enhancement and manipulation. These include autofocus, dual LED flash, image stabilisation and geo-tagging which operates based on GPS.

The versatility of the Android platform means users can customise and expand to their hearts content. Access to the Android Market is provided to allow users to browse and download apps from loads of different categories, making the Motorola Milestone the ultimate all rounder, and a rival to many more established smartphone models.

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Why I Should Install Linux On Playstation 3?

Are you on a headhunt for Linux on Playstation 3? Well, it isn’t surprising because one look around and you will see that quite a few people are looking for every opportunity to tap on the true potential of the PS3. This gizmo is easy to upgrade and update with regards to your usage. You should seriously consider installing Linux on Playstation 3 to give your gaming system the right speed and power that defines gaming as it is supposed to be. Why settle for less when this kind of an installation can increase the versatility of the gizmo.

You should know that your PS3 is born to surf the wireless world and PS3Magic brings to your fingertips the internet, documents, music and movies at a command. When you choose to install Linux on Playstation 3 you choose to bank over an internet stream, among a myriad of other customizations. Make convenience easily accessible once you complete the installation and bag the advantages of the same the instant you add Linux on Playstation 3. And how do you go about it? Simple! The steps are enumerated and within a few minutes you can watch videos in RM and/or Quick Time or browse the internet with Google Chrome Mozilla Firefox.

You should consider the installation to be able to use the PS3 as efficiently as you do the home computer, for word processing and printing. The installation of Linux on Playstation 3 also allows you to convert the gizmo into a fully-functional media center! Music, videos and PPT slideshows are but intent away. When you get Linux on Playstation 3 customization springs to life. Effortlessly, you can install Linux in minutes. Make your shiny new PS3 full of pleasant surprises with quick-play WMV, QUICK TIME and RM files. This kind of genius takes some genetic up-gradation that the installation allows.

To install Linux on Playstation 3 all the help you need is accessible with PS3Magic, your ultimate maneuver and tour guide. Watch all your favorite movies, bank and listen to your favorite music albums while viewing web pages and getting important word documents printed, once you install the Linux open source software. Installing Linux on Playstation 3 brings home a Media Centre rife with technical genius and a state of the art operating system. Numerous guides on leading search engines are all about to help you out. Follow the step by step instructions and add power to your gaming console.

Read more about Linux On Playstation 3 in the newly published review Why I Should Install Linux On Playstation 3? for more information.

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How can I surf the web on my PS3 console?

I hit web browser and it goes to the playstation store.
There has to be a way to navigate to other web pages..

I had a “hard” time figuring it out, too. You have to press either the triangle or the start button. I find that using the start button is easier for just typing in the web site. You don’t have to push “hard on” the button. Just touch it enough that the menu gets “aroused”…er I mean “rises” to the occassion. You know what I mean. Start button.
I find that the HDMI cable connected to an HDTV is for sure the best way to surf porn sites.

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Oceanside Real Estate

Oceanside real estate is among the most visited real estates in California. The place is located between San Diego and Los Angeles, and it is among the top communities of Southern California. It is becoming a prime destination not only for residence but also for vacation because of its unparalleled culture, ideal temperatures and gorgeous coastal land.

Oceanside Ca Real Estate

About 3.5 miles of pristine beaches covered Oceanside real estate. It is being visited by tourists coming from the different places because of its charm, as well as outstanding surfing culture. In addition to this, the breathtaking and stunning coastline also contributes to the increasing attraction of the place.

Housing Possibilities

Housing possibilities in Oceanside is of with wide variety, thus potential home buyers can have a wide range of options. Some of the houses have contemporary design, while some have traditional design. There are also some who have a combination of contemporary and traditional design.

There are also different styles of houses in Oceanside. Single family homes are available in the place, as well as modern townhouses and condominiums. In addition to this, the location of the houses also varies. There are some that were built near the beach, while others are built farther away from the shore.

California Culture and History Found in Oceanside Real Estate Community

People who visit Oceanside can experience the culture of the residents. They can also have a glimpse on the history of the place as well as California with the help of the hot spots located around the place. Among the hot spots are the following:

1. Ocean harbor – this is also known as “The Harbor” by the locals. It provides entertainment that will last for several hours. It offers wave runner rentals, sailing lessons and a tour wherein the people can watch the whales.
2. California Surf Museum – this is a museum that houses the different things used in surfing. It is established in the place because surfing is one of the most celebrated activities not only in Oceanside, but also in the entire California. Visiting this place can give you the feeling of surfing in the ocean, even if you do not know how to do it.
3. Heritage Park – this is the perfect place if you would like to see some of the historic Oceanside. It houses numerous original Oceanside stores. Among these stores are the Blacksmith Shop and the First General Store. The Old City Jail can be seen also on this place.

Nearly Perfect Weather

One of the places in California that has a nearly perfect weather is Oceanside. Actually, the climate in this place is rated as the second most desirable climate in US. The weather can be pleasant all throughout the year. It is blessed with light Pacific winds, thus, the temperature during summer can only reach up to 70 degrees as compared to nearby inland areas which can go as high as 100 degrees. Meanwhile, during winter, the average temperature in the place is 60 degrees.

These great things about Oceanside real estate are among the reasons why it is visited by many people. You should be one of those people!

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10 Specialty Summer Camps For Kids and Teens

10 Specialty Summer Camps For Kids and Teens

You’ll be surprised and inspired by these unique ideas!

With more than 6 million kids in the U.S attending camp every summer, camp remains one of America’s favorite pastimes. Yet there is a new camp experience that has dramatically increased in popularity over the last decade – and that is the “specialty” camp. Never before have kids and teens had so many one-of-a-kind camp options to choose from.

While traditional camps offer programs that encourage kids to try a variety of activities, a specialty camp focuses on one topic – or a few related topics. There are now thousands of unique (and sometimes unusual) day and overnight summer camps inspiring children and teens to learn more about what they love.

After considerable research, we’ve gathered a list of some of America’s most unique and rewarding specialty summer camps. Take a look:

ACTING FOR FILM CAMP

Young Actors Camp
Location: Hollywood, California
Ages: 7-19

For kids and teens who dream of acting for the silver screen, this camp is the ultimate learning experience. At Young Actors Camp, campers are taught the tools-of-the-trade for succeeding in Hollywood’s film and television acting industries – and the word on the street is, they have a great time doing so.

This overnight summer camp offers four programs to choose from that include pre-professional activities such as taking headshots, writing a resume, building auditioning skills and improving film-acting techniques.

And what really excites kids is their chance to be in a real Hollywood movie. All YAC campers visit working movie sets and meet real Hollywood movie stars (who come by camp to offer advice and technique tips). This is a true chance of a lifetime for young actors dying to get a glimpse into the world they dream of succeeding in – and after attending Young Actors Camp, kids have a much better chance of doing so.

Young Actors Camp is the only summer camp experience that can lead to a young actor moving to Los Angeles for real work opportunities; and YAC will guide actors and families through the transitional period of this complicated, yet rewarding, process.

SURF CAMP

WB Surf Camp
Location: Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina  
Ages: 6-18

This seriously radical camp is a dream-come-true for kids and teens (and adults!) who want to learn how to surf. WB Surf Camp offers a wide variety of summer camp options. From day and overnight camps to advanced private lessons and international surf tours, WB Surf Camp does it all.

WB teaches kids how to predict, select and ride waves, but they also educate Surfing beginners about ocean safety (rip current identification, surf and sun advisories and first-aid), coastal environments, marine life and ocean dynamics.

At this full immersion camp, kids gain knowledge, confidence and surfing ability through progressive and professional instruction – and they have an awesome time doing it!

CIRCUS CAMP

Camp Winnarainbow 
Location: Mendocino, California
Ages: 7-14

Learning about the BIG TOP is BIG FUN! This colorful and positive camp embraces the joy of creativity and personal achievement. For 30 years, Winnarainbow camp leaders have been teaching kids about circus performing arts techniques, such as timing, balance, humor, acting, juggling, dancing, gymnastics, the tightrope, the trapeze, clowning, falling, magic and much more!

Along with the great fun of clowning around, Camp Winnarainbow is also dedicated to providing a beautiful training ground in Northern California that supports a strong communion with nature. One of the camp’s main goals is to show future kids how to embrace and contribute to a harmonious and sustainable world. The creative spirit is nurtured in an atmosphere of approval and mutual encouragement. This truly unique camp experience leaves kids with a powerful sense of the creative community.

COOKING CAMP

Chef Kelly Q. Dietrich’s Kids Culinary Summer of Vermont
Location: Highgate Center, Vermont
Ages: 10+

For kids who are always asking to help in the kitchen and have a natural love for cooking and baking, there isn’t a more suitable camp than Kids Culinary Summer Camp. Offering two programs – The Sauté Kitchen and The Baking and Pastry Arts – this taster’s delight introduces kids to the life of a chef.

A wide berth of culinary skills are taught during the one or two week summer camp sessions, including menu planning, bread and pastry baking, beef and poultry cooking, vegetable cookery, seafood, garnishes, cake decorating, soups and sauces, ethnic cooking, knife and chopping skills, utensil skills, kitchen hygiene and healthy eating habits.

And it’s not all just about the kitchen! The curriculum also includes valuable lessons about nutrition and organic food sources; aquaponics (the integrated growing of tilapia fish and micro-greens and herbs in our greenhouse); organic square foot and container gardening; composting beekeeping; and olive oil herbing and bottling.

This unique camp experience provides kids and teens with valuable skills to use with their families throughout the year, in addition to learning how to pursue a career in the culinary arts. Wouldn’t it be amazing for you son or daughter to skillfully prepare delicious meals for the family on a daily basis?

ARCHEOLOGICAL CAMP

Canyon Crow Summer Camp
Location: Cortez, Colorado
Ages: 12+

Are your kids constantly out in the yard looking for old arrowheads or digging for buried pottery and other hidden treasures? Well, now there’s a perfect summer camp for these little archeologists to-be.

At Canyon Crow’s overnight summer camp, kids and teens are invited to study the fascinating past of Pueblo Indians who lived in the American Southwest’s Four Corners area. During their weeklong stay, campers join professional archeologists at a real excavation site to learn the proper procedure of sorting and identifying important artifacts.

Kids also have great fun playing traditional Native American games like spear throwing with an atlati and learning ancient practices like building a fire without matches. This interesting camp experience brings kids closer to the heritage of our country and the people who inhabited the region 700 to 2500 years ago.

SPY CAMP

Camp Lohikan
Location: Lake Como, Pennsylvania
Ages: 7+

Camp Lohikan has taken the game of hide-and-seek to a whole new level. Here campers learn the secrets behind covert operations as they train for exciting missions. Spy camp teaches teamwork, critical thinking, practical skills and physical discipline.

Lohikan’s mini-agents train on 4-wheelers, jet skis and rope courses for quick getaways. (But don’t worry, “quick getaways” in reality means learning safe, evasive driving techniques.)

Kids are also taught combat tactics, martial arts, how to conduct surveillance, code breaking, survival training, interrogation techniques undercover maneuvers and even paintball! (Paintball is limited to 5th grade and up.)

At Camp Lohikan the mission truly IS possible. And what’s the final camp mission? Finding the mole! The kids’ final exam is to participate in a role-playing adventure that is, as they say, “high octane FUN.” This specialty camp experience is an exciting opportunity to understand exactly what it means to be a spy.

GARDENING CAMP

Children’s Peace Summer Camp 
Location: Boulder, Colorado
Ages: 4-10

Children’s Peace takes kids back to the roots of a simpler time. Spending warm summer days learning about the beauty of the natural world is a wholesome experience that any child will benefit from and enjoy.

This non-profit day camp teaches campers organic gardening practices and environmental stewardship, in addition to the importance of biodiversity and sustainability.

All hands-on activities encourage peace, respect, friendship and the beauty of connecting with the earth. And Children’s Peace is a lot of fun! Beyond gardening, camp activities include scavenger hunts, writing poetry, dancing, making natural dyes from vegetables and candles from bee hive wax and creating a rich variety of art to be appreciated at community coffee shops.

FASHION CAMP

Sewnow! Fashion Studio 
Location: Lafayette, California
Ages: 2nd grade and up

If much to your dismay, your little Diane von Furstenberg is cutting up their clothes only to sew them back together again, it might be time to send them to Sewnow! Fashion Studio. At this overnight summer camp, open to boys and girls, kids are allowed to let their creative colors fly.

Known for being a fun, energetic and friendly atmosphere, Sewnow! is a great experience for those starting from scratch, as well as kids with ample experience. Beginners will learn things like basic sewing, cutting and assembly methods, while advanced campers will learn about computerized drafting systems and machine embroidery. 

So if your son or daughter is glued to the TV every time Project Runway comes on, this could be his or her own chance of a lifetime.

ASTRONOMY CAMP

Astronomy Camp
Location: Tucson, Arizona
Ages: 12-17

This camp is truly out of this world. At Arizona’s longest running science camp, kids are invited to explore the universe by operating research-class telescopes. For the young scientist, engineer, physicist, astronomer and astronaut this experience could be the perfect opportunity to accelerate their hobby and motivate them to explore further.

Astronomy Camp is a full immersion overnight camp where young night owls keep nighttime hours, interact with leading scientists, interpret their own observations and have a great deal of fun hanging out with likeminded kids.

During daylight, campers get to participate in other exciting activities like building rockets, mountain biking, bouldering huge rocks, zip lining, treasure hunting with hand-held GPS and exploring microgravity using SCUBA.

What an amazing experience for any young stargazer!

ROCK AND ROLL CAMP

The Rock Farm
Location: Camptown, Pennsylvania
Ages: 8-16

For kids who have experience playing guitar, drums or electric bass guitar, it’s time to rock out! Seriously, for 25 years The Rock Farm is the place for kids with a big passion for big music.

This intensive rock music program gets kids playing right away. 36 campers and 5 instructors are divided into 12 bands that begin rehearsing immediately. But The Rock Farm is not about superstardom or divas; it’s about progressing, jamming and having fun with other young musicians.

Everyday campers take lessons on their primary instrument, in addition to a lesson on any other instrument of choice, “jam-time” and a nightly show. All of the hard work and practice culminates on the last night of camp where all 12 bands perform in an exciting show called “Band Night”.

Specialty Camp Choices Abound!

With all of these incredibly fun specialty camp options to choose from, kids are more likely than ever to find an amazing summer camp that is just right them.

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Taking a winter vacation with your kids always seems like a great idea, but it can often leave you feeling like you need another vacation when you get home! With a little planning, you can take a vacation with your kids this winter and return feeling as if you actually got the break you needed. Just follow these three golden rules:

1. Stay At A Resort With a Kid’s Program.

Whether you are planning a ski vacation or fun on an island in the Caribbean, make your life simpler by booking rooms at a resort with a day program for kids. Many larger resorts and some hotels have activity programs for children, where they can do arts and crafts, outdoor activities, play music, even take lessons in skiing, Surfing, or whatever sport the area has to offer.

Some of the programs are for a few hours a day, others are half-day programs, and some will keep your kids busy all day if you want. Even if you never use the program, it’s a good thing to have one on site. Parents need time to relax, and your kids will want a break from you too. While your kids have a ball, you can get a massage, read a book poolside, or whatever strikes your fancy. When your kids rejoin you, there will be much to talk about.

Make sure you inquire about the ages the children’s program covers, and call to reserve space in advance. If you have your heart set on a specific hotel that does not have a program for children, find out if they partner with other hotels that do have one, or if there are fun classes that might be appropriate for children.

2. Keep the Schedule Flexible.

If there is one time your family should be free of obligations and rushing about, it’s on vacation. Kids – and therefore parents – experience over-scheduling in the real world; they don’t need it on vacation.

Your family vacation does not have to mean you spend 100% of your time doing activities that involve the whole family. When kids get dragged to “must-see” historical sites, or daylong shopping adventures, tempers are sure to flare.

If you are traveling with more than one adult, split up and let kids do what they want to do. You and your partner, or other adult family members can take turns chaperoning the kids, while the others do “grown-up stuff”.

Instead of stuffing the day with sightseeing and other activities, sit down together at breakfast (or dinner the night before) and kick around various options for the day. You might set a time for meals, so that older kids and teenagers can roam about and still have a time to check in with the grown-ups.

3. Learn Something New Together.

Family vacations are a fantastic way to reconnect with your kids and do some serious bonding. One of the best ways to do this is to sign up to learn something new together. Whether it is a ropes course in Hawaii, learning to snowshoe in Vermont, or surfing lessons in Fiji, taking a class or going on a guided adventure is a sure way to foster togetherness.

Choose something everyone can do together, and keep it to a half-day or under time-wise. If you have very small children, you might consider getting a babysitter for them, so the older children can have some real fun with you. Remember to check reviews of various instructors and guides, and get referrals from your hotel or resort.

When you follow the three golden rules of vacations with kids, your family getaway will be one to remember – this time because you actually had fun!

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surfing: should i try it?

i’m a SUPER fast learner. my mom knows how. we’d rent a board and work on it for like a week, and we’d be surfing easy waves (in NC). i can’t take lessons, i don’t think. i’m 13. do u think it’d be possible for me to learn that quick, and is it worth it? i already skimboard, and i’m pretty good at that. i have good balance, so that’s not a problem. is it fun? + any tips?

Sure, just try it out. Even if you don’t have time to really learn, you can enjoy yourself.

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Skateboarding is one of the quintessential extreme sports. It is a relatively modern sport, originated as ’sidewalk surfing’ in California in the 1950s, born out of surfing as something to do when there weren’t any waves. It has gone on to establish itself as an individual sport in its own right ever since and has a strong following of young and old alike. From Half Pipes, to street skating, to high speed downhill slalom, skateboarding is forever evolving and attracting fresh faces to this exciting sport. We are offering both a half day and full day intro http://www.goskate.com/“>Skateboarding Lessons to give you the chance to challenge yourself and push yourself to the limit!

Skateboarding is among the definitive extraordinary sports. It’s a comparatively modern sport, originated as ’sidewalk surfing’ in California in the 1950s, born out of surfing as something to do when there were not any waves. It has gone on to build itself as an individual sport in its own right ever since and has a robust following of young and old alike. From Half Pipes, to street skating, to high speed downhill slalom, skate boarding is forever developing and captivating fresh faces to this exciting sport. We are providing both a half day and full day introduction skate boarding to offer you the opportunity to challenge yourself and push yourself to the limit! Many individuals out there are trying to find methods to make additional money.

Why don’t you turn your own abilities into something you can earn money with? If you have got a keenness for skate boarding you can offer lessons to folks. So as to do this though you must be extremely patient and great at communication. Scholars need to think that they are going to have a brilliant teacher to incentivize them and to help them.

Before getting started, take a good appraisal of your own talents. What is it you can teach people about Skateboarding Lessons in Los Angeles? Would you like to be somebody that takes on beginning students? If this is the case you want to teach them about safety and then the fundamentals such as controlling a skateboard and some basic talents. The more that you have to supply the better you will be when talking about giving lessons to others.

If you have sophisticated data and talents in the area of skate boarding, then you need to be ready to share them. Folks will be prepared to cough up more for lessons that are supplying them advanced coaching and abilities than for basic talents. Naturally it is your decision how much you need to charge for your lessons. You would really like to make it worthwhile but you also need to make them cheap for folk. Invent a plan of what you’ll be offering before you publicize it. As an example you could be available for ten hours a week to give Skateboarding Lessons. How long will each lesson you offer last? You might want to offer it for forty five mins at a time to your scholars. Would you like to see scholars once per week or more? When you’re giving such lessons you have to know the boundaries of the individual that you’re working with. While you really do wish to give them some encouragement to try new things, you have to know where to draw the mark. Their own safety as well as yours is on the line and you never need to compromise that.

Publicize your boarding lessons in various locations. They can include the paper, fliers that you put up by the skate park, and telling your buddies to publicize for you. Ask local sporting products stores if you can publicize your lessons there too. You may go up to folk you see wrestling on a skateboard and tell them about the lessons you offer. Ensure you are entirely committed to this kind of way to make extra cash though . If your heart isn’t in it you will not be helping people. Don’t over arrange your lessons and ensure you show up when you are saying that you’re going to. The time of those learning from you is just as valuable as your own. There is no question that group lessons work.

With tight agendas nowadays and absence of spare time, we all sense a must be more effective. From experience, I’ve seen over 50 newbie’s learn how to ride off curbs in their first private lesson. This is impressive! The velocity of learning when you have somebody watching you the entire time is sped up significantly.

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Cheap surfing lessons in Southern California?

Anywhere south of Los Angeles. I am looking for an independent surf instructor that charges better than all the “schools” along the coast.

There are lots of “independent” surf instructors around that don’t have licenses or insurance and will jump at the chance to make some quick cash. These folks still charge almost as much as the good instructors and I doubt you can find one who knows all the proper things to teach. Even a lot of surf schools are in reality just someone with some soft top boards and a web site or local license to teach. Unfortunately you get what you pay for. You are much better off to just use an accredited school with experienced and hopefully certified instructors or even someone who gives private lessons and knows what they are doing. At least you will learn proper technique and water safety, etiquette rules to keep you from hurting someone in the water.

Try going on the NSSIA web site and look for instructors in Huntington Beach, It’s a short drive and you will find someone good who isn’t overly expensive.