Below are a number of testimonials received by Riders who have taken part in one of our trips in 'Career Breaks':
Joe Glover - 32
An awesome experience. The volunteer placement was definitely worthwhile. The combination of surfing and volunteering is spot on. Every morning you're up, out and enjoying the beaches that Cape Tow... more
Peace Oyegun
'Nothing can describe the feeling when you wake up in the middle of the rainforest to sunny skies, Rafa's (chef at Funky Monkey Lodge) banana pancakes and amazing surf all day. It's been a great trip,... more
Manni Dack
'The trip for me was exactly what I needed at this time in my life. Costa Rica was the perfect place to have it' How did you find the surfing side of the trip? I have really enjoyed learning to ... more
Hamish Khayat
‘I had a great time in Costa Rica, it was the perfectly chilled out trip to get away from everything.’ What did you think of the surfing side of the trip? I really enjoyed it and felt that my su... more
Ed Willmott
'The surfing was awesome and the tuition was very informative' What did you think of the accommodation? The Funky Monkey lodge was really good, I would give it a 8.5/10. The cooking facilities w... more
Hannah Dryland
‘Absolutely amazing trip, incredible place, you’ll fall in love with it.’ What did you think of the surfing side of the trip? I loved the surfing and the pointers I got from the instructors were... more
Rachel Manning
‘I have always wanted to surf and TTRide has given me the opportunity to do so.’ What did you think of the surfing side of the trip? Surfing is something that I have always wanted to do and now ... more
Nico Toll
I have learned so much form this experience. Before coming I was expecting to be stoked all the time, so when I was having a hard time I got frustrated. But from these challenges I gained more wisdom ... more
Craig Driscoll, 22
Surfing to me is a truly magnificent sport and one that I most certainly be persuing for as much and long as I possibly can and I am very grateful to ttride for bringing it to me with such an exhilara... more
Elliot East
I enjoyed learning to Surf in Santa Teresa more than I ever expected, and I felt that I had really improved by then end of the trip. Funky Monkey’s was a comfortable and clean place to stay. We receiv... more
Sam Crossley
This trip to Costa Rica has fuelled a desire to go travelling and to see and surf new places. The surf coaching has given me a confident grounding in the basics and has got me striving to perform bett... more
Sam Priddy
I learnt a lot on this trip, not just about surfing but about myself too. I really feel like my surfing has improved enough that I will really be able to make the most of the surfing in Australia and ... more
Jacqueline McCready
I had a terrific time, I made a lot of friends and loved Santa Teresa. Most importantly my surfing developed in leaps and bounds, which was primarily why I went on the course. I loved the Spanish less... more
Erin Coutts
The Costa Rica trip was amazing, there probably isn’t a more perfect place to learn to surf. It was great to have two instructors to help me on different aspects of my surfing and I felt they helped i... more
Jeremy Wright, 24
TTRide South Africa & Mozambique
I feel that the trip has really improved my surfing. I think it would have taken me 5 years on my own to gain the same surfing knowledge that I have gained in 3 months. The time in Mozambique was so a... more
Leo Cox, 22
The trip has everything, I can’t think of a more rewarding or enjoyable way to spend 3 months. Enjoying such a beautiful country and having such a fun time while getting qualified to coach surfing and... more
Frances King
The surf tuition I received was hugely informative and very helpful- I really enjoyed learning to surf. We were well supported by our trip leaders, they organised everything seamlessly. With the extra... more
Kit Gartrell
The perfect 3 months. I got my surfing to a good level, met some amazing people and made some friends for life. Ticket to Ride has given me skills that I will take into my career and a given me a pass... more
Dom Old, 34
It has been far more than I expected. The things I have personally gained and will take with me from the trip are truly surprising. Anyone that is looking for a challenge with a heap load of good time... more
Henry St. George
An amazing 4 weeks. Getting to know the kids and Thomas was very special. I'd never surfed before but with the coaching and the variety of spots we surfed, i feel confident to head off on my own. A re... more
Chris Griffiths - 29
'I had such a super fun trip, Mozam was amazing, lots of waves and no people. My surfing improved and had great fun with Tim and Ryan and everyone else. Being able to swim with Whale Sharks and dolphi... more
Will Hayler
Surfing and travelling in Mozambique has to be one of the most memorable 3 weeks of my life. To be able to run a trip out there with one of the region's most respective guides underlines our mission t... more
Hilde Morgard Flathe
TTRide South Africa & Mozambique
"An amazing break from my everyday life. Great country, nothing like I expected. Great people, it was everything I hoped for. Mozambique was the perfect end to an amazing trip, I'm definitely going ba... more
Corina Martinez, 25
TTRide South Africa & Mozambique
"The trip has been amazing, an unforgettable experience. The best part is all the people you meet and the everlasting friendships you make. Mozambique is a beautiful place and so worth it, what an inc... more
Tina Beresford
Awesome! I think when I look back at pictures and surf by myself I’ll realise even more what a good trip it’s been. I improved more in 3 months than in the 3 years I’ve been surfing!
Tia Seymour - 19
'Mozambique is an amazing place with some great and uncrowded waves, and amazing people to meet. The surf was brilliant, the accomodation was perfect and i'd definitely go back'
Bertie Conibear
'Without doubt one of the most rewarding trips of my life. The waves were great, the work with the kids was really rewarding and i feel i got a real feel for South Africa'
Clare Carpenter - 32
A well organised trip that enables you to see a lot of South Africa and meet some incredible people in the world of South African Surfing and get a tan at the same time!
James Green - 25
Amazing! Surfing, Sight seeing, meeting some awesome people. Not a dull moment. Ticket to Ride have some awesome contacts, you couldn’t do this trip on your own!
Will Chambers. 20
Wow! Best way to start a gap year/career break! so much packed into 10 short weeks. i have taken up on so many once in a lifetime opportunities! thanks TTRide!
Henry Waite - TTRide Kitesurfing Coach
TTRide Kitesurfing Kenya - 8 Week Instru...
Life doesn't get much better than when you on are standing on a white sand beach having just cruised up and down a crystal clear lagoon in Kenya!
Henry Waite - TTRide Kitesurfing Coach
TTRide Kitesurfing Kenya - 6 Week Kitsur...
Life doesn't get much better than when you on are standing on a white sand beach having just cruised up and down a crystal clear lagoon in Kenya!
Charlotte Nery
Living on the beach in Costa Rica surfing everyday is the life as it was meant to be!!! Cant' wait to go back out there!! x
Lizzie Wriath - 22
'Fantastic and unique destination, superb uncrowded waves, amazing weather, a nice small group and alot of fun'
Christianne Chin-a-Paw - 28
'It felt like Africa. It was safe with very nice people. The ocean is so blue you dream away on your board'
Hugh - 19
'Mozam is an amazing country and the way we were taken around was epic. Clear warm water and R&R's!
Diasy Greaves - 22
An adventure which has introduced me to a new way of life which will stay with me forever!
Tom Falconbridge - 21
I have fulfilled more of my dreams in the last 10 weeks than any other time of my life
Allyn Davies - 22
More amazing things than I could have done in 5 years crammed into 10 amazing weeks
Jacqui Savage - 23
An awesome experience. Wicked people, incredible waves in a lush country. Nice one!
Lou Nash - 30
A life changing experience, I wish it didn’t have to come to an end
Pip Mander - 24
A great time and an awesome break from sitting at a desk in the city
Jamie Horsefield - 24
It’s been emotional. Great surf, great people. I loved every minute...
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