Surfkampen in Chiado

Samba, carnivals, football (soccer), capoeira, the Amazon…there are many things that come to mind when thinking of Brazil. But the world’s fifth-largest country is also chock-full of kitespots.

Featured in countless surf movies and magazines, with perfect waves and endless barrels, the Mentawai Islands are one of the most sought-after surf trips on the planet.

Although only a stone’s throw away from Bali, Lombok is very different from the hustle and bustle of its big sister. Still free from mass tourism and over-development, it has that raw natural beauty that most of Bali’s coastline has unfortunately lost.

If you’re looking for a place where fascinating cultures, chill surf vibes, delicious food, breathtaking landscapes, and quality waves meet, Latin America should be high on your bucket list.