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 worry-free!

AWAVE Travel has extensive experience in all the regions where we offer surf trips, so you know that the advice and guidance given will help you find the perfect trip. 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

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

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

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

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.

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