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The Surfbreak Journal

Curated bySurfbreak Coliving21 cardsUpdated Oct 2026
Stories, guides and ideas for living, working and connecting around the world.
Surfing in Puerto Escondido: Carrizalillo, La Punta & Zicatela | Surfbreak
Surfing in Puerto Escondido: Carrizalillo, La Punta & Zicatela | Surfbreak

A firsthand guide to surfing in Puerto Escondido, from beginner-friendly Carrizalillo to La Punta and the legendary waves of Zicatela. Plus Surfbreak member tips.

8 min read
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How to Sublet Your Place in NYC (So You Can Actually Go Live Somewhere Else)
How to Sublet Your Place in NYC (So You Can Actually Go Live Somewhere Else)

Learn how to sublet your NYC apartment legally and responsibly. A practical guide for remote workers planning a season abroad.

4 min read
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Big News for Canadians: Direct Flights to Puerto Escondido
Big News for Canadians: Direct Flights to Puerto Escondido

Direct flights from Canada to Puerto Escondido are here. WestJet and Air Canada now make it easier than ever to reach Surfbreak’s coliving community.

3 min read
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Guide to Oahu’s Most Scenic Hikes
Guide to Oahu’s Most Scenic Hikes

This guide highlights five of Oahu's most scenic hiking trails: Lanikai Pillbox, Makapu'u Point Lighthouse, Mount Olympus, Maunawili Falls, and Moanalua Valley Trail. It describes each trail's unique features, from ocean vistas and ancient volcanic ridges to misty rainforests and waterfalls, encouraging exploration of the island's natural beauty.

3 min read
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5 Must-Try Food Trucks in Oahu
5 Must-Try Food Trucks in Oahu

Five must-try food trucks in Oahu are featured, offering a diverse culinary journey from North Shore shrimp legends to Southern BBQ, local Hawaiian plates, and authentic Mexican street tacos. The article emphasizes the unique flavors, island spirit, and memorable experiences these mobile eateries provide, blending comfort food with tropical charm.

3 min read
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What’s Holding You Back from Puerto Escondido? Let’s Talk About It.
What’s Holding You Back from Puerto Escondido? Let’s Talk About It.

Thinking about Puerto Escondido but not sure it’s for you? We address the most common concerns—and share why Surfbreak might just be what you’re looking for.

4 min read
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Coliving & Coworking at Surfbreak: My Perfect Day in Puerto Escondido
Coliving & Coworking at Surfbreak: My Perfect Day in Puerto Escondido

A freelance copywriter details her ideal day coliving and coworking at Surfbreak PXM in Puerto Escondido, emphasizing a balanced routine that blends productivity with community and well-being. Her experience includes natural awakenings, working from a scenic rooftop, communal meals, and daily sunset rituals at the beach, fostering a sense of focus, inspiration, and connection.

4 min read
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From Toronto to Puerto Escondido: A Remote Work Hotspot
From Toronto to Puerto Escondido: A Remote Work Hotspot

With new direct flights from Toronto to Puerto Escondido, it’s never been easier for Canadian remote workers to trade city stress for surf, sun, and seamless coliving in Mexico.

3 min read
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Surfbreak Coliving Introduces New Booking Engine & Exciting Updates for Honolulu and Puerto Escondido
Surfbreak Coliving Introduces New Booking Engine & Exciting Updates for Honolulu and Puerto Escondido

Surfbreak Coliving has introduced a new booking engine for a more seamless reservation experience and updated its Honolulu offerings by no longer including car rentals, instead providing optional on-site parking. Its Puerto Escondido location is thriving with a full community, top-tier amenities like fiber-optic internet and backup power, and a new wellness partnership with SHRED for exclusive fitness and yoga experiences.

2 min read
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Celebrating Creativity: Alex Stedman’s Portrait Haus
Celebrating Creativity: Alex Stedman’s Portrait Haus

Hearing stories like Alex’s reminds us of why we do what we do—fostering a supportive, inspiring community where creativity thrives.

2 min read
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Stay Longer, Save More: Discover Surfbreak PXM's New Pricing Options for Coliving by the Beach
Stay Longer, Save More: Discover Surfbreak PXM's New Pricing Options for Coliving by the Beach

Surfbreak PXM has launched a new tiered pricing model for its coliving and coworking beach villa, offering discounts for longer commitments. Members receive a 10% discount for extended stays of 2-3 months and a 20% discount for long-term stays of 4+ months, while nightly stays of 7-29 days incur a 35% rate increase on the standard monthly rate.

2 min read
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The Top Surf Spots in Puerto Escondido: A Surfer’s Guide to Oaxaca’s Hidden Gems
The Top Surf Spots in Puerto Escondido: A Surfer’s Guide to Oaxaca’s Hidden Gems

This guide details five top surf spots in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, catering to all skill levels from beginner to expert, including Zicatela, La Punta, and Playa Carrizalillo. It also promotes Surfbreak PXM, a coliving and coworking villa inspired by these locations, offering surfboards and a dedicated surf retreat experience.

4 min read
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Experience Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) in Oaxaca: A Celebration Straight Out of "Coco"
Experience Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) in Oaxaca: A Celebration Straight Out of "Coco"

Día de los Muertos in Oaxaca offers a vibrant celebration of life, love, and memory, inviting visitors to step into a world of heartfelt traditions reminiscent of Disney's *Coco*. The document details Oaxaca's unique customs, including elaborate altars, lively comparsas, poignant cemetery gatherings, and traditional foods like pan de muerto, emphasizing the city as the ultimate destination for this profound holiday.

5 min read
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7 Reasons Puerto Escondido Should Be Your Next Remote Work Destination
7 Reasons Puerto Escondido Should Be Your Next Remote Work Destination

Puerto Escondido is highlighted as an ideal remote work destination, offering digital nomads a tropical surf town experience away from bustling cities. It provides stunning natural beauty, affordable living with coliving spaces, a rich blend of culture and adventure, and improving infrastructure like fiber-optic internet and coworking communities.

5 min read
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Why Surfbreak PXM is Puerto Escondido’s Best Coliving and Coworking Space for Digital Nomads
Why Surfbreak PXM is Puerto Escondido’s Best Coliving and Coworking Space for Digital Nomads

Surfbreak PXM provides a premium coliving and coworking experience in Puerto Escondido, specifically designed to overcome common digital nomad challenges with reliable high-speed internet, backup power, purified tap water, and full air conditioning. The villa offers a well-designed living space with solar power, an in-ground pool, dedicated coworking areas, and a strong community fostered by local managers and wellness partnerships.

5 min read
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Summer at Surfbreak PXM
Summer at Surfbreak PXM

Surfbreak PXM is a coliving and coworking beach villa in Puerto Escondido designed for remote workers and long-term travelers seeking community and reliable amenities. It offers exceptional internet, drinkable tap water, solar power, backup generators, A/C, and an all-inclusive membership with furnished rooms, workspaces, events, and a fully equipped communal kitchen.

3 min read
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International Expansion into Puerto Escondido, Mexico: Surfbreak PXM
International Expansion into Puerto Escondido, Mexico: Surfbreak PXM

Surfbreak is expanding its co-living and co-working concept internationally from Honolulu to Puerto Escondido, Mexico, with Surfbreak PXM opening mid-late November 2023. The new four-story property aims to foster a close-knit community among remote workers, offering amenities like a pool, rooftop deck, Starlink internet, and dedicated workspaces near beaches and surf breaks.

4 min read
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The Future of Work: Why Remote Work is Here to Stay
The Future of Work: Why Remote Work is Here to Stay

Remote work is presented as a fundamental and lasting shift in the modern workforce, driven by technological advancements, company benefits, and changing employee preferences, a trend significantly accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The content then promotes Surfbreak HNL as a co-living and co-working community in Hawaii, offering an inspiring environment and amenities for digital nomads and remote workers.

5 min read
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How To Know if Coliving is Right For You
How To Know if Coliving is Right For You

The article explores various considerations for determining if co-living is a suitable lifestyle, including personal preferences, budget, future plans, and values. It then introduces Surfbreak HNL as a co-living community in Honolulu, emphasizing its furnished spaces, co-working amenities, and inspiring environment for personal and professional growth.

3 min read
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Embracing Slow Tourism: How Co-Living at Surfbreak HNL Supports Authentic Travel in Hawaii
Embracing Slow Tourism: How Co-Living at Surfbreak HNL Supports Authentic Travel in Hawaii

Co-living at Surfbreak HNL in Oahu, Hawaii, supports slow tourism by offering an authentic, immersive, and sustainable travel experience that connects visitors with local culture and the island's natural beauty. It achieves this through alternative accommodations, promotion of eco-friendly practices, access to outdoor activities, and fostering a strong sense of community and intentional living.

3 min read
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The Benefits of Coliving and Coworking at Surfbreak HNL
The Benefits of Coliving and Coworking at Surfbreak HNL

Surfbreak HNL provides a unique co-living and co-working experience for digital nomads, surfers, and creatives, fostering a supportive community in an inspiring Oahu environment. It offers benefits such as instant community, networking opportunities, flexible workspaces, sustainable living practices, and affordable accommodations with included amenities.

4 min read
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