Arts

We are graced with seven oceans on our planet. Each creates storms that produce swell, sending waves to remote bays, beaches and coastlines. Of those, only some waves are consistent enough to break daily. For the adventurous souls willing to ride those select few spots, here are our top ten countries for surfing.

San Francisco’s magnificent museums honor its close links to Asia as well as the tech hub’s quirky love of science and progress. You’ll find museums here tracing the city’s history from its earliest days, when the bay was filled with sailing ships bringing gold-seekers to America, as well as its idiosyncratic history over the preceding centuries.

Just because the temperature dips doesn’t mean the outdoor fun has to stop. While traditionalists stick to skiing and snowboarding, some folks get creative, either translating their own favorite warm-weather sports to the winter climate or making up a whole new one, like the guys who started sledding with a shovel. Below, you can find eight non-traditional winter sports from around the world.