Meet the Team

Behind AWAVE Travel

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

AWAVE Travel has extensive experience in all the regions where we offer surf trips, deep knowledge or our products, and our Best Price Guarantee. All of AWAVE Travel’s partners have been hand-selected for quality, value for money, and reliability.

Contact AWAVE Travel today for your next surf trip!

James Colston

James Colston

Founder and Head of Surf Charters 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 playing guitar.

Carlotta Longo

Carlotta Longo

Head of Instant Bookings

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!

David Wallace

David Wallace

Surf Travel Expert: Indonesia and Maldives Resorts

Originally from England, after a decade of working around the beaches and mountains 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!

Ciar Coleman

Ciar Coleman

Marketing Co-ordinator
From the cold waters of Ireland to the sun soaked tropics, she’s been chasing an endless summer for the last decade. Naturally AWAVE was the perfect fit as her love for the ocean and surf translates into every part of her life!
 
When she’s not busy getting you fired up about your next AWAVE trip she’s deciding what board to ride or  getting lost in the creative process! 
 
Giulia Manfrini

Giulia Manfrini

Co-Founder

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

Giulia passed away in October 2024 and is sorely missed by all at AWAVE Travel.

James Colston

James Colston

Co-Founder and Head of Surf Charters 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 playing guitar.

Giulia Manfrini

Giulia Manfrini

Co-Founder

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

Giulia passed away in October 2024 and is sorely missed by all at AWAVE Travel.

Carlotta Longo

Carlotta Longo

Head of Instant Bookings and Social Media Manager

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

Giulia passed away in October 2024 and is sorely missed by all at AWAVE Travel.

David Wallace

David Wallace

Surf Travel Expert: Indonesia and Maldives Resorts

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

Giulia passed away in October 2024 and is sorely missed by all at AWAVE Travel.

James Colston

James Colston

Co-Founder and Head of Surf Charters Sales
Giulia Manfrini

Giulia Manfrini

Co-Founder
Carlotta Longo

Carlotta Longo

Head of Instant Bookings and Social Media Manager
David Wallace

David Wallace

Surf Travel Expert: Indonesia and Maldives Resorts
James Colston
Giulia Manfrini
Carlotta Longo
David Wallace
James Colston

James Colston

Co-Founder and Head of Surf Charters 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 playing guitar.

Giulia Manfrini

Giulia Manfrini

Co-Founder

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

Giulia passed away in October 2024 and is sorely missed by all at AWAVE Travel.

Carlotta Longo

Carlotta Longo

Head of Instant Bookings 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!

David Wallace

David Wallace

Surf Travel Expert: Indonesia and Maldives Resorts

Originally from England, after a decade of working around the beaches and mountains 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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