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There are many sports that have an element of travel to them – footballers go on tour, divers hit new locations, runners compete in different marathons. But surfing sits top of the pile when it comes to travelling sport lifestyles, the very nature of it revolves around travel – chasing swells and finding the best beaches for the conditions. This ethos of travel runs deep and surfers are some of the most well-travelled individuals you’ll ever meet – most of whom carry year round tans and sun bleached hair. So what is it about the surf lifestyle that sits hand in hand with the world of travel? Exotic locations Pick up a surf magazine and you’ll be greeted by sun-drenched photos, clear water and board shorts. As soon as you begin to surf you instantly start day dreaming about life on the beach, somewhere warm, with a board tucked under your arm. Yes, this seems to fit the stereotype of a surfer – but hey, stereotypes are there for a reason! Pretty much all the world class...

I have always dreamt of going to the Maldives. The beautiful white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters are paradise, but a paradise that comes with a hefty price tag. Unfortunately as a student I don’t have money to burn so searches for a cheaper alternative lead me to find Croatia. Similar to the Maldives, Croatia’s coast is scattered with hundreds of stunning islands, varying from tiny and uninhabited to large and wealthy islands, boasting ancient towns, natural reserves and a myriad of sporting activities and a healthy nightlife. One of the highlights of visiting Croatia is hopping between the islands. These varied islands offer everything from sailing to 24-hour parties, wine tasting, canoeing, natural reserves, skinny dipping and scuba diving. During my 8-day sailing trip I visited only a small handful of Croatia’s islands but there are definitely some you can’t afford to miss out. Hvar Hvar is the Monte Carlo of Croatia. It’s by far one of most luxurious islands, and...

Creativity, cafes, arts, music and boutiques, Williamsburg is the most hipster of all the hipster spots in New York right now. Thanks to Girls, 24 and 2 Broke Girl$ it’s becoming ridiculously expensive to exist there and residents have become ever more resourceful to make sure they can survive – from supporting pop up bars to second hand clothes stalls, they just serve to make it even cooler. All these painters who don’t paint any pictures, all these musicians who don’t write any songs; let’s relocate them to ghettos in the city, the Starbucks will pop out before long. Oh you old-time tenant, pack your bags: the rents are gonna rise too high for you. Musician Dan Melchior in ‘Williamsburg, Brooklyn’ Day time fun Bowling The Brooklyn Bowl is a big thing in Williamsburg. It’s not just for the bowling though – the lanes are also a 600-person performance venue with food located right on the waterfront. Huge international acts are known to play...