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Stories from the lineup.
Practical guides to surf camps, destinations and life in the water, from the people building Soltar.
Destinations · 18 July 2026
When to surf in Europe: a season by season guide
Summer is for learning, autumn is the prize, winter separates the committed. How the European surf year actually works, region by region.
Camp life · 13 July 2026
What a week at a surf camp really looks like
Forget the highlight reels. Here is the actual rhythm of a surf camp week: early sessions, big breakfasts, theory on the terrace and being asleep by ten.
Surf guides · 8 July 2026
How to choose your first surf camp
Level fit, group size, board quality and the questions worth asking before you book. A practical checklist for picking a camp you will actually enjoy.