Surfing
Author: William Finnegan
This autobiography is a pleasure to read, even for those of us not into surfing. Following William on his life journey around the world, chasing waves and finding himself, is as engaging as any fiction we come across these days. In addition to being a precise description of the American culture in the 60s and 70s, Barbarian Days is also a fantastic introduction to the surfing way of life. Simply, honestly.
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Sagres, Portugal
Combining the beautiful design, location and restaurants that adults care about with incredible care and facilities for the kids: the Martinhal Sagres is a very well executed family beach hotel facing the ocean.
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Sagres, Portugal
Small boutique hotel on a cliff, at the end of the world (as we knew it before discovering America). Set in a natural reserve at the south-western end of Portugal, this modern hotel is surrounded by nature and what the ocean has to give. Great food and incredible beaches asking to be surfed. Great value and family friendly (even though maybe not best for toddlers).
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