"In August of last year, I discovered a surfing paradise in the Indian Ocean, known as the Maldives. I had such an amazing time that I spent the entire year daydreaming about returning, up until the day I finally found myself back again. Thanks to Club Med, my boyfriend and I packed our bags in anticipation of scoring epic waves in an epic place…

For those who have never been to the Maldives, it can seem like a fantasy location, somewhere far away on the other side of the world. It’s certainly not an easy journey from Los Angeles; consisting of a 16 hour flight to Dubai, a 7 hour layover, a 4 hour flight to Malé, and then a boat ride to whichever atoll your resort is situated in. However, the journey is doable and highly recommended for those seeking the ultimate ocean paradise in an exotic destination."

Words by Eryn Krouse
Thanks to Summersite
Photos by Trent Mitchell