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Over the past years, many travellers have discovered Nicaragua while staying at our Surf Lodge. We have been blessed with so many friends, it has been a pleasure to have you visit the Popoyo Surf Lodge.
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JJ and Kim,
My name is Randy and I stayed at your resort the last week of Sept. Must say, very excellent place. The surf was great and it was good everyday. Definitely going to come back in the future. I am seriously thinking of Nica and your area as an investment opportunity for me, of course we must wait to see how these elections go next month. Regardless, I am interested. I think I left my heart in Nicaragua when I flew back to the states. If there is any information you can send me about properties in the area or that you may own, I would very much appreciate it. If I were able to make the move I would love to work with you or for you. You have a fantastic setup with a beachbreak in front to match.
Take care, God Bless, and please let John know that he was an excellent tour guide.
Sincerely,
Randy Larson
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Hi JJ, how are you doing ?
Bruno just came back and he loved his trip, the best ever.
I just want to thank you for the help you gave to me and to Bruno, we had an awesome time there.
Did you like our ads on the brazilans magazines ?
We will keep doing our best to promote Popoyo and keep business raising.
Thanks bro !!
Best Regards,
Freddy.
CEO
The Surf Travel Co
Al. dos Jurupis 452 cj 54
Tel/fax : 55 11 5052 4181
www.surftravel.com.br
"Nós sabemos onde e quando"
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J.J., family & staff,
Wanted to drop a note to express my gratitude for providing me, my brother and best friend with such an awesome experience. John & Juan Carlos were unreal! Your staff really knows and understands how to deliver customer service and the waves, as good as it gets.
Anyway I wanted to send you some of my surplus fishing equipment (reels, lures..) but wasn't sure of the proper mailing address. If you could provide that to me I'll DHL some gear.
Big Mahalos,
Gary Evora
Assistant Manager
Bishop Square Management
Honolulu, Hawaii
(808) 544-0100
Hey JJ;
Great place down there! We had a fantastic time and all the surfing we could handle. We really thought John did a super job, making sure we were well taken care of, and making sure we were on the waves everyday. The lodge is obviously well thought out and the folks that work for you are top notch!
Thanks for having the water engineer review the Las Salinas system. What was his name? Could you send me his information when you get a chance?
I haven't gotten an e-mail from him yet so if you see or speak to him could you see if he got my e-mail address correctly?
Thanks again,
Mike and the rest of the executive group from last week.
Mike Vallee TLC 2002
LAW OFFICES OF J. MICHAEL VALLEE
603 N. Hwy 101, Ste G
Solana Beach, CA. 92075
858 755-6477 ph
858 755-0785 fx
web: www.valleelaw.com
From Mike Gallagher,George Lloyd,Mike Elliot
June 23-30--o6
We had a great time even though we missed the swell the beach breaks were still fun. The offshores all day the Howler monkeys the thunder storm in the middle of the night.I was very impressed with the dinners. John (Sgt Slaugter because of some of the beachbreak poundings we took) and he is a good photographer also was great. Thanks Mike Gallagher
Hey to the whole crew of Popoyo this is Austin (Trendel Group/June 10th-15th ). I wish I could of been there to see that massive swell right after I left. From the looks of it (Surfline.com) Nicaragua was defiantly blessed with waves through the duration of that swell. I can't wait to get back to the Lodge some day and visit all yall. My time there was awesome, It seemed so unreal to find so many inspiring people in one place in a country that I would of never of thought of visiting. Well I just wanted to let yall know to keep doing what your doing because I feel that it will defiantly make an impact, if it already hasn't on the surf culture in Nicaragua and eventually the world.
Please reply to Bob Fletcher:
Popoyo’s experience was unexpected, all employees, as well as, the staff over exceeded what past surf camp experiences have been. Service is superior.
Popoyo:
- In terms of a hotel, good water quality (I never got sick), non-stop electricity, but most of all, excellent food, and plenty of it. ( Lots of fruit during boat days)
- In terms of a surf camp, every morning at 5am our guide was at it, taking us surfing. In small days they knew where to go and score perfect barrels. (Never smaller than 7 feet faces)
- Crowds.- Out of the 8 spots we surfed, one spot was crowded and only after 2 hours of surfing. Most of the time we surfed by our selves.
- Boats.- Excellent boats, well maintained engines, never a shortage of fuel, double layer canopy for superior weather (sun and rain) protection, and experienced crew in tides and surf destination
- Transportation.- Excellent, Excellent, Excellent 4 x 4’s, mine swam through rivers and climbed steep mud hills.
- Wave Quality.- Excellent, Excellent, Excellent
- All waves, long and short, they all had barrels, long and short.
Sincerely;
Jorge Morales
P.R.
Name: Tyler Errickson
Comments: Hello to JJ, Kim and their two beautiful girls, I'm sitting at work in Providence, RI, looking at how flat the surf is up here right now and how it doesn't look like it's going to change any time soon. Thanks for for your hospitality and a trip I will never forget, Peace and Love, Tyler
Posted On: March 14, 2006 07:52:44 PM
Name: Jorge G Rodriguez
Homepage: surfnicaragua
From: Latin America
Comments: Hi my Name is George, My Dad's Family is from Rivas and looking at your web site has brought back so many dear memories. Rivas is one of the most beautiful places on earth and the Nicaraguan people are very polite! I hopefully someday will own my little piece of heaven there. Best Regards... Jorge G Rodriguez..
Name: Cousin Colleen
Comments: JJ & Kim - Greetings from South Africa! I missed the last family reunion and Mellissa's wedding, so I think I've been banned from the clan. No one even told me you have a happy and healthy new addition!! Felicitaciones!! I am so happy for you both. I hope to see you in 2006. Besos y Bisous, Cousin Colleen
Posted On: January 31, 2006 02:35:40 PM
Name: meli hammers & rod barrett
Comments: we have a fantastic time at popoyo. the staff was great, the food was great and the surf filled a much needed void for good waves. we will be back as soon as we can. we miss seeing carlos every day too!
Name: Chris
Comments: I visited this camp in May 2005. It was awesome. I can't say enough good things. The executive Cabina's are really nice so was the pool and hot tub. The food was fantastic and the guides were great. It also helps that we had several head high + days with no one out but us.
I will definately return to this camp.
Posted On: April 27, 2005 03:32:33 AM
Name: Mike Sears
Comments: Hi Guys,
Just wanted to say that I was at this camp, at the beginning Of April 05'and it was awesome!Myself and eight others were treated to great waves and our hosts JJ&Kim were very accomondating to say the least.Jeff(our Chef) prepare 3 meals /day and "did it with style".Best eats I've had on any surf trip.The waves here are of all different types.You'll have your "Surf Guides"(Bro's)to take you by 4X4 or Boat to many secluded surf spots.....Can't say enough ...It was one of the most memorable trips I've taken....Good Luck with It All!!! Mike Sears
Posted On: April 21, 2005 07:19:27 AM
Name: Daniel Cruden
Comments: G'day I just thought I would say hi from Australia, I really miss you guys, I plan on being home for a month in November, so I hope to see you then. Sydney is great but, the waves are way better in Nica :)
Posted On: April 12, 2005 10:30:38 AM
Posted On: February 10, 2005 02:00:47 AM
Name: Tucker Clarkson
Comments: yo im from jacksonville, and i went in april of '04 with my dad my bro, and the atlee's. it was such a sick place and i cant wait to go again. best surf of my life!
Posted On: January 04, 2005 06:24:53 PM
Name: Rory Gregg
Homepage: surfjaxpier.com
Comments: JJ,
Glad to see your dream has come true! I remember when you showed me the first vid of Popoyo. Congrats on your success in everything you have done. The surfing world is a better place since you started your camp there. I have been traveling shooting photos for ESM, and all the spots at home. Looks like the other photogs beat me to the punch in Nic, but I can't wait to come visit you some time soon at do a solo session with you when it is firing! All the boys at home that have been to see you loved it and I know I will same. Muchos dias buenas para ti amigo y su familia tambien.
Rory Gregg
Posted On: September 10, 2004 01:01:44 AM
Name: Josh Richman
Comments: Trust me:
The surf is epic.
The food is savory.
The people couldn't be more accomodating and nice.
Bring lots of sunscreen.
You'll have the time of your life surfing world class Nicaragua.
Posted On: September 09, 2004 03:19:52 AM
Name: Justin Lee
Comments: Unbelievable trip. I can't stop thinking about how perfect Nicaragua and the Popoyo Surf Cap was. All the guides and hosts were great. Perfect waves everyday even if the swell isn't coming in. Can't wait to go back.
This is a must do trip. Nicaragua is the fountain of youth. It is what surfing is all about!!!! Go and have a blast.
Posted On: August 18, 2004 08:12:14 PM
Name: Rob Fletcher
Comments: Hey JJ, Manuel, Ron, and everybody else at Popoyo, Just wanted to let you guys know what an awesome time I had at Popoyo Surf Lodge. The people are great, the foor is great, the accomodations are great, and the surf...is...GREAT! Only wish I could've stayed longer and got the Outer Reef crackin'! Stoked anyways on the barrels at Colorodo's and the tow in sesh. at smallish Outer Reef. Will definately be back as soon as I can!
Posted On: August 12, 2004 05:18:40 PM
Name: Matt Kelleher
Comments: Best trip I have ever been on. Found more than just great waves. Found LIFE, like never before.
Posted On: June 18, 2004 12:22:12 AM
Name: CRAIG WATSON
Comments: BEST CAMP EVER JJ IS A REAL ,AND TRUE PERSON UNIQUE IN THIS "MODERN WORLD" A PLACE WITH GREAT SURF AND VERY FRIENDLY PEOPLE IF YOU GO LEAVE IT THE WAY IT WAS WHEN YOU FIRST GOT THERE DONT ADD OR TAKE AWAY FROM THE MAJIC THAT IS NICARAGUA
Posted On: June 13, 2004 11:44:31 PM
Name: Kristi
Comments: I just got back from Nicaragua, and had some of the best times of my life! Everything was so beautiful. It is truley amazing. The people that work there are totally awesome too. I would totally recomend Popoyo to anyone, and I'm telling everyone I know, that surfs, to go there. The waves were also amazing. It's a awesome experience, that everyone needs! God Bless you Kim and JJ, and the whole camp. Your in my prayers!
Posted On: May 18, 2004 11:38:14 PM
Name: Danny
Comments: My son, Skyler, and I had the surf trip of a lifetime at Popoyo Lodge in early April. The camp and crew were unbelievably cool, and are giving surfers a good name in Central America. The waves? Insane!! We surfed nothing that was less than overhead to double overhead. In Nica speak "no swell today" means that the waves are merely overhead. My 15 year old son didn't even know he was barreled a few times because he came out so dry! He's used to sloppy cold head dips in Southern California. The weather was perfect - not as hot as we thought it would be. Miles of beaches, reef breaks, A-frames, cobblestone points, etc., and the 4WDs and boat to get you to all the best spots. ZERO crowds. Because it is so uncharted you will be wasting your time if you don't spend a few days with the guys that know where to go and how to get there. The food and company is all time. But get to Popoyo now, because in a few years this will be THE spot in Central America. Eso!!!!
Posted On: May 11, 2004 02:44:04 PM
Name: John "Ragu" Raguinan
Homepage: www.wavemasters.org
Comments: Another Sweet trip. I caught some of the biggest waves I've ever surfed. This is a must surf place and JJ will take care of you. Good eats at his place and he has the boat to take you to the best spots not easily accessible by Hilux. Got to meet the Noah's Arc crew while I was out there. They were shooting their video. I saw Noah Snyder pull into a barrell 3 times his height at Colorado. I definitely was spectating that day. Scary shiznet. I surfed at a little less sigon wave. My trips here get better and better. Thanks for the good times JJ and family...
Posted On: April 26, 2004 03:43:07 PM
Name: kelly roberts
Homepage: http://www.hometown.aol.com/justworshipjesus/
Comments: If you're ever going to Nicaragua for vacation, surfing, or business you MUST go to this camp! You'll have the freedom to just rest and relax and enjoy good food, waves and company OR you can do what i recommend and push yourself to the max, physically, spiritiually and emotionally. I went there for the first week in March with a group of people and made real connections to myself and others. i want to send my love to jj and his family (who i didn't get to meet), kevin, corban, Jim, Kristin and Lance. **I think highly of you all & remember you often**
love - kel N 11.28.739 W 86.07.537
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