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Video: The Beauty And Science Of Bioluminescent Waves
Apr 10th, 2012 at 3:00PM:
There's nothing as bewitching as seeing bioluminescent waves crashing onto a night shore. I first saw these as a kid and the memory has always stuck with me. The stars above, the glimmering lights of distant freighters far out to sea and the weird blue surf rushing at me. It's one of the most vivid memories of my childhood.
How couldn't it be? This glowing surf is beautiful and mysterious. ...
Teahupo'o: the world's 'heaviest' surfing wave
Jan 16th, 2012 at 5:00PM:
Teahupo'o, site of a legendary surfer break on the French Polynesian island of Tahiti, has developed quite the reputation among big-wave surfers. Due to a shallow coral reef just off shore, waves here tend break as massive, chunky walls of water, a phenomenon that has earned Teahupo'o the distinction as the "heaviest" wave in the world.
The video above, filmed at ...
Dreaming of Bali - Learning to surf
Mar 17th, 2011 at 9:00AM: There was only one wetsuit top remaining for my first surfing lesson, and it was pink. Not to mention I spent most of my first day on a surfboard coughing up murky brown saltwater from my lungs. Kelly Slater I was not. But despite the humiliations involved in learning to surf for the first time, there are rewards for the patient. For instance the moment you catch your first wave, you will be ...Photo of the Day - Surfing in Barbados
Mar 13th, 2011 at 6:00PM:
The movements and rhythm of surfing have their own unique poetry. The energetic ebb and flow of the waves merges with the acrobatic twists and cuts of the rider as he makes his way across the water's surface. Today's photo, by Flickr user Enjoy Patrick Responsibly on the Caribbean island of Barbados, is full of that energy. I love how the photo catches the surfer frozen at the crest of the ...Dreaming of Bali - The sounds of Indonesia
Mar 10th, 2011 at 9:30AM:
Welcome back to Gadling's newest series, Dreaming of Bali. Visiting the exotic Indonesian island of Bali is truly a feast for the senses. First time visitors and expats alike frequently remark on this island's rich tapestry of exotic stimuli: the brilliant orange glow of a sunset as it slides gently into the sea; the wafting scent of kerosene and crushed chilis at a roadside food stall; the ...Photo of the day (3.18.10)
Mar 18th, 2010 at 6:00PM:
For some reason, a picture that isn't formatted in the typical 3:2 semi-rectangle shape is more eye catching. This wide view taken by arex of a crashing wave in California, complete with a little vignette (darkening of the edges) is eye catching enough to make our photo of the day.
Nice job, Arex!
Higher resolution cameras today have enough definition to crop them into a shape like this ...Photo of the Day (11-14-09)
Nov 25th, 2009 at 5:30PM:
On Thanksgiving Day in 2006, Patrick Powers was at the beach in Orange County, California feeling thankful for the weather that allowed him to surf. The movement of the surfer embodies a surefooted pleasure and determination as the water arcs above his head. Very well done!
Here's hoping your Thanksgiving brings you a sure footed pleasure whether you're catching waves somewhere or sitting in a ...Gadlinks for Friday 9.25.09
Sep 25th, 2009 at 6:30PM: Talk about good luck! I arrived home on Wednesday and promptly hit the water for a surf with my buddies. Then yesterday a decent southern swell came through and, more importantly, the first significant swell of the season also made its way to the North Shore. My excitement alone has me thinking and dreaming of waves. In honor of the great sport of surfing, here are some pretty sweet surf travel ...Surf's up, East Coast!
Aug 22nd, 2009 at 4:30PM: Although Hurricane Bill is playing havoc with weekend travel plans for many on the East Coast, it's proving to be a landmark event for surfers up and down the Eastern Seaboard. This Saturday and Sunday are shaping up to be some of the biggest wave days in recent memory, and the excitement among Eastern wave riders is palpable. With sustained winds at over 100 MPH, Hurricane Bill has been whipping ...Photo of the day 8.03.09
Aug 3rd, 2009 at 7:30PM: You've perhaps noticed that all day long today, we've featured posts on the subject of roadside attractions and undiscovered spots -- so it seems only fitting to share this image taken by jrodmanjr, appropriately entitled "Roadside Attraction." What a great reminder that sometimes, you just have to pull off the road and make your own scenic fun. If you've got some great travel shots you'd love to ...Photo of the Day (1/29/09)
Jan 29th, 2009 at 5:00PM: Buck Forester is a long-time photo contributor to Gadling's Flickr group. Buck discovered a rock that was lit from behind by the sun setting behind a rock. With an exposure of 1/4 sec, he captured the explosion of water at Rodeo Beach in California at precisely the right moment. Nice job, Buck. Hope we see some new pics from you soon. Are you a Flickr user who'd like to share a travel related ...New Tsunami Early Warning System in Place
Nov 11th, 2008 at 9:30AM: Since the catastrophic tsunami of 2004, there have been calls to bolster the deficient tsunami detection system in the eastern Indian Ocean. Nations have installed buoys that can detect tsunamis and offer early warning. But Indonesia, which received the brunt of the wave, is taking it a step further. With the help of a German geo-science company, they have begun to install sensors on the sea floor ...
