Top 10 Surf Schools

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   Kauai, Hawaii
   
   Startling beauty, a low-key vibe, and brawny offshore waves have long delighted serious surfers at Hanalei Bay (Laird Hamilton calls it his home break). But the bay’s crescent also welcomes newbies with clean swells, a sandy bottom, and warm water; nearby, humpback whales can sometimes be seen spouting. Surf n Sol’s multiday programs include private or small-group lessons, beachside digs, yoga, and massages.