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Meet the Team

Behind AWAVE Travel

Behind AWAVE Travel there is a team of passionate snowboarders, skiers and surfers who want to share their knowledge for sport travel and help you get to surf the best trip possible! From Rider to Rider, we are here to help you plan the trip of your dreams worry-free!

AWAVE Travel has extensive experience in all the regions where we offer snow and surf trips, so you know that the advice and guidance given will help you find the perfect trip. All AWAVE Travel’s partners have been hand-selected for quality, value for money, and reliability.

Contact AWAVE Travel today for your next surf trip!

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James Colston

Co-Founder and Head of Surf Sales

Having spent years working in the luxury surf and snowboard industry, James knows exactly what AWAVE Travel’s clients are looking for in a perfect trip. Originally from the UK, he has spent his adult life chasing waves and riding mountains.

When not busy with AWAVE Travel, you’ll find him looking for backhand barrels, spearfishing, and shredding in deep powder.

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Giulia Manfrini

Co-Founder and Head of Snow Sales

Ex-pro snowboarder, originally from Italy, Giulia’s passion for surfing has led her all over the world to chase waves! She loves a good mix of adventure and luxury and she always makes sure that all AWAVE Travel’s clients come back from their trips stoked!

When not organizing trips, you’ll find her waves and powder hunting, song-writing, dancing & playing beach volley!

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Carlotta Longo

Surf Travel Agent and Social Media Manager

Carlotta is Italian, but a true citizen of the world: after working in the luxury hospitality of Dubai’s greatest hotels, she decided to embark on a new chapter and follow her passion for the ocean, which led her to Portugal, where she fell in love with surfing.

When not busy planning exciting trips with AWAVE Travel, you can find her practising yoga, climbing, or scouting for waves!

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David Wallace

Surf Travel Agent

Originally from England, after a decade of working around the beaches and mountain resorts of Europe, David has decided to make South West Portugal home and dedicate himself to helping people find their perfect surf trip around the world.

When not busy with AWAVE Travel, you can find him in the line-up surfing or behind the lens on the beach taking surf shots!

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Giorgio Manfrini

Head of the Legal Team

Lawyer specialising in civil and corporate law, Giorgio is originally from Italy and has worked as a lawyer for more than 30 years. He collaborates with AWAVE Travel whenever needed and his expertise helps us make sure all our trips run smoothly and hassle-free.

Passionate skier, in his free time, he likes reading books and walking dogs!

Get in touch

    Behind AWAVE Travel

    Behind AWAVE Travel there is a team of passionate snowboarders, skiers and surfers who want to share their knowledge for sport travel and help you get to surf the best trip possible! From Rider to Rider, we are here to help you plan the trip of your dreams worry-free!

    AWAVE Travel has extensive experience in all the regions where we offer snow and surf trips, so you know that the advice and guidance given will help you find the perfect trip. All AWAVE Travel’s partners have been hand-selected for quality, value for money, and reliability.

    Contact AWAVE Travel today for your next surf trip!

    Giulia featured image 1

    Giulia Manfrini

    Co-Founder and Head of Snow Sales

    Ex-pro snowboarder, originally from Italy, Giulia’s passion for surfing has led her all over the world to chase waves! She loves a good mix of adventure and luxury and she always makes sure that all AWAVE Travel’s clients come back from their trips stoked!

    When not organizing trips, you’ll find her waves and powder hunting, song-writing, dancing & playing beach volley!

    James featured image

    James Colston

    Co-Founder and Head of Surf Sales

    Having spent years working in the luxury surf and snowboard industry, James knows exactly what AWAVE Travel’s clients are looking for in a perfect trip. Originally from the UK, he has spent his adult life chasing waves and riding mountains.

    When not busy with AWAVE Travel, you’ll find him looking for backhand barrels, spearfishing, and shredding in deep powder.

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    Carlotta Longo

    Surf Travel Agent and Social Media Manager

    Carlotta is Italian, but a true citizen of the world: after working in the luxury hospitality of Dubai’s greatest hotels, she decided to embark on a new chapter and follow her passion for the ocean, which led her to Portugal, where she fell in love with surfing.

    When not busy planning exciting trips with AWAVE Travel, you can find her practising yoga, climbing, or scouting for waves!

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    David Wallace

    Surf Travel Agent

    Originally from England, after a decade of working around the beaches and mountain resorts of Europe, David has decided to make South West Portugal home and dedicate himself to helping people find their perfect surf trip around the world.

    When not busy with AWAVE Travel, you can find him in the line-up surfing or behind the lens on the beach taking surf shots!

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    Giorgio Manfrini

    Head of the Legal Team

    Lawyer specialising in civil and corporate law, Giorgio is originally from Italy and has worked as a lawyer for more than 30 years. He collaborates with AWAVE Travel whenever needed and his expertise helps us make sure all our trips run smoothly and hassle-free.

    Passionate skier, in his free time, he likes reading books and walking dogs!

    Get in touch

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      Customer Reviews

      AWAVE Travel

      Customer Reviews

      Jose Luis Villalon 07/10/2024

      TrustPilot
      Great experience! Great communication throughout the entire process. A knowledgeable team giving advice considering individual needs and a great result at the end. It was a seamless experience and I will use them again for my next travel!

      Stella 02/07/2024

      TrustPilot
      AWAVE Travel exceeded all my expectations! From the seamless booking process. The team was incredibly attentive and made sure every detail of our trip was taken care of. I can't wait t book my next adventure with them!

      Xabi Fernandez 09/08/2024

      TrustPilot
      I stayed at Seasons Paradise 10 days in Maldives. Talked with Carlotta from Awave, it was really helpful every time! The destination was perfect, about to repeat! Good price ratings and perfect service both Awave and Seasons.

      Christopher Tabone 03/09/2024

      TrustPilot
      My wife and I booked an 8 day surf charter on the Gahaa with a dedicated surf guide Moussa who was worth his weight in gold knowing what breaks would be firing and his knowledge of marine life and Maldivian environment enlightening for my wife and I. From the initial booking and contact Guilia at AWAVE made the whole process seamless communication was excellent. I have traveled extensively and surfed many parts of the world this trip truly exceeded my expectations the crew were incredible taking us to excellent surf and snorkeling locations. The boat itself is a converted fishing Dohni that exudes old world charm is clean and meticulously cared for. The meals prepared for us were nothing short of exceptional excellent variety and plenty of it a mix of western and Maldivian fare. We are definitely coming back and certainly using AWAVE again! Thank you Giulia and Moussa our trusted surf guide who gave us incredible insights into Maldivian culture.

      Marco 02/08/2024

      TrustPilot
      Absolutely Recommended. Giulia and James are top professionals: I will be using Awave for all my future surf trips. I have been surfing for 30 years and travelled the world so I have dealt with a lot of agents. Awave is in the top spot as far as I am concerned. I spent 10 days with them on a boat trip in Maldives’ central atolls: not only their recommendations were spot on but being a boutique agency they tailor the surf experience to the very specific needs. They are surfers (real chargers) and know personally each spot and surf operator they recommend (wtether it is a guest house or a resort or a boat).

      Michael Dunn 26/09/2024

      TrustPilot
      Absolutely amazing 8 day trip with my wife to Maldives visiting Club Med Kani. Carlotta at Awave travel was outstanding in organising everything and getting us the best deal,we are already looking at next year returning and will be sure to be booking with Carlotta and Awave again! Club Med Kani is outstanding for everything, Surf spot in island is Ninjas,easy paddle from shore! Food,drinks,staff,surf guides,brilliant!!! Accommodation excellent!! Tons of activities on island to enjoy, not just the surf!! Sailing, snorkelling, paddle boards, just to name some! Staff on the island added some very special touches to help us celebrate wedding anniversary also! Only regret was not staying 2 weeks!

      Bruno 07/10/2024

      TrustPilot
      Great experience from start to finish. Giulia was awesome and helpful. I strongly recommend this travel agency.

      Lissette De Boer 30/06/24

      Google
      Giulia was incredibly helpful in booking our surf trip! Strongly recommend using AWAVE for any surf packages. We will definitely be contacting her again. Thank you!

      Fabs Alegria 19/05/24

      TrustPilot
      Trip of a lifetime. First and foremost I'd like to thank James Colston from Awave Travel, for assisting me in every which way to help book one of the most memorable experiences I've had in my life. He was extremely responsive and answered every single question I had, even the dumb ones haha. As for AYADA, holy dooly, that place is paradise! Absolutely breathtaking, I couldn't believe I was actually walking around such a beautiful island! Big love to the staff at Magu Restaurant, seeing as how I ate there pretty much everyday, they were amazing! Very switched on and quick off the mark to help with anything that was needed. A special mention to Dhaboa and the captain who took me out surfing! I cannot speak highly enough about their friendly, helpful and straight up on point expertise. With Dhaboa picking the spots to surf and tips on where to sit to catch the best waves on the day, to the wonderful captain himself, filming and sending me videos of the waves I caught.
      Absolute legends! Made my surf trip! Best holiday I've ever been on to this date.

      Carlos 30/06/24

      TrustPilot
      Reliable travel agency to book a surf trip - Both Giulia and James were very reactive and adivsed on the best options. In our case we made a boat trip in Maldives. It is the second time we use Awave Travel to do a surftrip to Maldives and we have had a very good experience in both cases. They are a reliable and trustworthy travel agency, I highly recommend them.
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