There’s a unique kind of freedom that comes from boarding a plane with just your board bag, a few essentials, and a one-way ticket to somewhere warm and wave-rich. For many, that place is Bali—and for good reason. 

The Mentawai Islands sit at the top of every surfer’s dream list—and once you’ve been, you’ll know why. Imagine glassy turquoise waves peeling over coral reefs, palm-fringed islands untouched by mass tourism, and a rhythm of life that revolves entirely around the tides.

In the age of fast fashion, it's all too easy to settle for swimwear that’s cheap, trendy, and convenient. But if you've ever owned a flimsy bikini that sagged after a few wears or a one piece swimsuit that turned see-through in the sun, you know that fast fashion often comes at a higher cost than the price tag.