51-year-old posting here. Long time reader, first time post. I would like to learn to surf before I die. I got back issues, but rock climbing and hiking helps tremendously, so I think surfing would also be great?

January and February is learning to Surf in either Nicaragua or Panama.

I am specifically thinking about.

Playa Venao, Panama – Good if I improve quickly.

Popoyo, Nicaragua -Love the idea of a Beginners Bay.

Nicaragua is obviously cheaper but tougher to navigate.

Panama, more expensive, but thin country. Plus, my grandfather and dad spent some time, so I have always wanted to go.

I would like to spend around 2 to 3K per month, US Dollars, but can spend more if needed.

I would need a decent internet connection.

Any suggestions or advice?

  • NoMoeUsernamesLeft@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    Choose Panama!

    A former resident of Nicaragua told me she saw a shark jump out of water onto dry land and grab someone’s dog before going back underwater and eating it.

  • LifeEnginer@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    Like a native Spanish speaker I would suggest Panamá.

    I think Costa Rica could be nice, think about it, same área.

  • fancywarlock@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    Do you like Tampa? Because Panama City is like Tampa, there are obviously good and bad aspects to this given that you will be in a Latin American country.

    I’ve not been to Playa Venao, I checked out some photos of it. The beach is far nicer than Panama City, as Panama City is full of exposed rocks and coral… but it still doesn’t look like a “nice” beach.

    Most Americans learn to surf in Costa Rica.