BEACH HOUSE VISION
BUILD BeachHouses 300 in the 108 countries with direct ocean access and serve 50,000 liters of water daily to people in need
Current BeachHouses
San Clemente
El Salvador
Indonesia
BEACH HOUSE INTEREST
BEACH HOUSE NEED
40% (3 Billion) of the world’s population live in the 108 countries of the world with direct ocean access & within 25 miles of an ocean.
Languages: Across these 250 cities, there might be over 1,000 languages spoken in total. This includes official, regional, indigenous, and immigrant languages.
As of recent estimates, around 2 billion people globally lack access to safely managed clean drinking water. This figure includes individuals who do not have a reliable source of clean water close to their homes, and those who rely on water that may be contaminated or unsafe for consumption.
This lack of access to clean water contributes to a range of health issues, including waterborne diseases, and it disproportionately affects communities in low-income and developing regions. Addressing this challenge is a key focus of global development efforts, including the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
CULTURAL NEED: THE 108 COUNTRIES WITH DIRECT OCEAN ACCESS
(click on a Surfline Cam below to see the local surf report in each area)
AFRICA
ASIA
EUROPE
NORTH AMERICA
OCEANIA
SOUTH AMERICA
CLEAN WATER NEED:
As of recent estimates, around 2 billion people globally lack access to safely managed clean drinking water. This figure includes individuals who do not have a reliable source of clean water close to their homes, and those who rely on water that may be contaminated or unsafe for consumption.
This lack of access to clean water contributes to a range of health issues, including waterborne diseases, and it disproportionately affects communities in low-income and developing regions. Addressing this challenge is a key focus of global development efforts, including the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
CASE STUDY: The concept of "Salt Water, Clean Water, Living Water" could be both appealing and successful in many of these 250 cities, particularly due to the following reasons:
1. Salt Water (Beach Culture):
- Relevance in Coastal Cities: Many of these cities are coastal and have a strong beach culture or reliance on the sea. The concept of leveraging the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of saltwater could resonate well with both locals and tourists.
- Tourism and Recreation: Cities like Bali, Hawaii, and Gold Coast thrive on beach tourism, and promoting sustainable and spiritually fulfilling beach-related activities could enhance their appeal.
2. Clean Water (Community Need):
- Addressing Water Issues: As discussed, a significant number of these cities face water challenges, including scarcity, pollution, and inadequate infrastructure. The initiative to provide clean water solutions would directly address a critical need in many regions.
- Social and Environmental Impact: Clean water is a universal need, and projects focused on improving water quality and accessibility can garner widespread support, especially in developing regions where water issues are acute.
3. Living Water (Teachings of Jesus Christ):
- Spiritual and Moral Appeal: In cities with a significant Christian population, the idea of "Living Water" representing spiritual teachings could be very appealing. The concept ties in well with Christian values and could attract support from religious communities.
- Cross-Cultural and Interfaith Potential: Even in cities with diverse religious backgrounds, the moral and ethical teachings related to compassion, service, and community upliftment could resonate across different faiths.
Potential for Success:
- Holistic Approach: The combination of physical, social, and spiritual well-being is a holistic approach that could appeal to a broad audience, from local communities to international partners.
- Customization for Local Contexts: Success would depend on tailoring the concept to fit local cultures, needs, and challenges. For instance, emphasizing clean water solutions in cities with water issues, or focusing on spiritual aspects in cities with strong religious communities.
- Partnerships and Community Engagement: Collaborating with local governments, NGOs, religious organizations, and community leaders would be crucial in ensuring the initiative's success.
Challenges:
- Cultural Sensitivity: In non-Christian or multi-religious cities, the "Living Water" component would need to be approached with sensitivity and inclusivity.
- Resource Allocation: Implementing clean water projects requires significant resources, expertise, and long-term commitment, particularly in regions with complex water issues.
Conclusion:
Overall, the "Salt Water, Clean Water, Living Water" initiative has the potential to be both appealing and successful in these cities, particularly if it is adapted to meet local needs and cultural contexts. By addressing critical needs like clean water while also promoting spiritual and community well-being, the concept could have a significant positive impact across a wide range of urban environments.
A list of 250 cities globally that we believe with God’s help we can scale to:
1. Algiers, Algeria
2. Luanda, Angola
3. Cotonou, Benin
4. Kribi, Cameroon
5. Santa Maria, Cape Verde
6. Moroni, Comoros
7. Grand-Bassam, Côte d’Ivoire
8. Djibouti City, Djibouti
9. Dahab, Egypt
10. Malabo, Equatorial Guinea
11. Massawa, Eritrea
12. Libreville, Gabon
13. Banjul, Gambia
14. Busua, Ghana
15. Conakry, Guinea
16. Bissau, Guinea-Bissau
17. Diani Beach, Kenya
18. Robertsport, Liberia
19. Toamasina, Madagascar
20. Nouakchott, Mauritania
21. Tamarin Bay, Mauritius
22. Taghazout, Morocco
23. Ponta do Ouro, Mozambique
24. Swakopmund, Namibia
25. Tarkwa Bay, Nigeria
26. São Tomé, São Tomé and Príncipe
27. Dakar, Senegal
28. Mahé, Seychelles
29. Bureh Beach, Sierra Leone
30. Mogadishu, Somalia
31. Jeffrey’s Bay, South Africa
32. Suakin, Sudan
33. Zanzibar, Tanzania
34. Lomé, Togo
35. Tunis, Tunisia
36. Amwaj Islands, Bahrain
37. Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh
38. Muara, Brunei
39. Sihanoukville, Cambodia
40. Hainan Island, China
41. Kovalam, India
42. Bali (Kuta), Indonesia
43. Chabahar, Iran
44. Basra, Iraq
45. Tel Aviv, Israel
46. Chiba, Japan
47. Aqaba, Jordan
48. Kuwait City, Kuwait
49. Batroun, Lebanon
50. Cherating, Malaysia
51. Male Atoll, Maldives
52. Ngapali Beach, Myanmar
53. Masirah Island, Oman
54. Karachi, Pakistan
55. Siargao, Philippines
56. Doha, Qatar
57. Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
58. Sentosa, Singapore
59. Jeju Island, South Korea
60. Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka
61. Latakia, Syria
62. Taitung, Taiwan
63. Phuket, Thailand
64. Dili, Timor-Leste
65. Dubai, United Arab Emirates
66. Da Nang, Vietnam
67. Socotra, Yemen
68. Vlore, Albania
69. Ostend, Belgium
70. Neum, Bosnia and Herzegovina
71. Sozopol, Bulgaria
72. Split, Croatia
73. Limassol, Cyprus
74. Klitmøller, Denmark
75. Pärnu, Estonia
76. Hanko, Finland
77. Biarritz, France
78. Batumi, Georgia
79. Sylt, Germany
80. Crete, Greece
81. Reykjavik, Iceland
82. Bundoran, Ireland
83. Sardinia, Italy
84. Liepāja, Latvia
85. Palanga, Lithuania
86. Għajn Tuffieħa, Malta
87. Budva, Montenegro
88. Scheveningen, Netherlands
89. Stavanger, Norway
90. Sopot, Poland
91. Nazaré, Portugal
92. Constanta, Romania
93. Kaliningrad, Russia
94. Piran, Slovenia
95. San Sebastián, Spain
96. Varberg, Sweden
97. Odessa, Ukraine
98. Newquay, United Kingdom
99. Gold Coast, Australia
100. Cloudbreak, Fiji
101. Christmas Island, Australia
102. Majuro, Marshall Islands
103. Pohnpei, Micronesia
104. Anibare Bay, Nauru
105. Raglan, New Zealand
106. Ngerulmud, Palau
107. Vanimo, Papua New Guinea
108. Apia, Samoa
109. Gizo, Solomon Islands
110. Ha'atafu Beach, Tonga
111. Funafuti, Tuvalu
112. Port Vila, Vanuatu
113. Eleuthera, Bahamas
114. Bathsheba, Barbados
115. Hopkins, Belize
116. Tofino, Canada
117. Tamarindo, Costa Rica
118. Varadero, Cuba
119. Calibishie, Dominica
120. Cabarete, Dominican Republic
121. El Tunco, El Salvador
122. Grand Anse Beach, Grenada
123. Monterrico, Guatemala
124. Jacmel, Haiti
125. La Ceiba, Honduras
126. Boston Bay, Jamaica
127. Puerto Escondido, Mexico
128. San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
129. Bocas del Toro, Panama
130. Frigate Bay, Saint Kitts and Nevis
131. Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia
132. Canouan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
133. Mount Irvine Bay, Trinidad and Tobago
134. South Padre Island, United States
135. Mar del Plata, Argentina
136. Florianópolis, Brazil
137. Pichilemu, Chile
138. Cartagena, Colombia
139. Montañita, Ecuador
140. Georgetown, Guyana
141. Punta Hermosa, Peru
142. Paramaribo, Suriname
143. Punta del Este, Uruguay
144. Playa El Yaque, Venezuela
145. Byron Bay, Australia
146. Margaret River, Australia
147. Fernando de Noronha, Brazil
148. Saquarema, Brazil
149. Lawrencetown, Canada
150. Arica, Chile
151. Riyue Bay, China
152. Jaco, Costa Rica
153. Santa Teresa, Costa Rica
154. Salinas, Ecuador
155. La Libertad, El Salvador
156. Tavarua, Fiji
157. Hossegor, France
158. Rhodes, Greece
159. El Paredon, Guatemala
160. Utila, Honduras
161. Uluwatu, Indonesia
162. Mentawai Islands, Indonesia
163. Lahinch, Ireland
164. Viareggio, Italy
165. Miyazaki, Japan
166. Thulusdhoo, Maldives
167. Sayulita, Mexico
168. Essaouira, Morocco
169. Piha, New Zealand
170. Popoyo, Nicaragua
171. Santa Catalina, Panama
172. Mancora, Peru
173. Baler, Philippines
174. Ericeira, Portugal
175. Muizenberg, South Africa
176. Mundaka, Spain
177. Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
178. Jinzun Harbor, Taiwan
179. Kata Beach, Thailand
180. Croyde Bay, United Kingdom
181. Malibu, United States
182. Waikiki, United States
183. Pango Point, Vanuatu
184. Playa Union, Argentina
185. Torquay, Australia
186. Bells Beach, Australia
187. Noosa Heads, Australia
188. Crescent Head, Australia
189. Soup Bowl, Barbados
190. Itacaré, Brazil
191. Praia do Rosa, Brazil
192. La Puntilla, Chile
193. Iquique, Chile
194. Nuquí, Colombia
195. Nosara, Costa Rica
196. Playa Grande, Costa Rica
197. Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
198. Canoa, Ecuador
199. Punta Roca, El Salvador
200. Lacanau, France
201. La Torche, France
202. Iztapa, Guatemala
203. Trujillo, Honduras
204. Mahabalipuram, India
205. G-Land (Grajagan), Indonesia
206. Nias, Indonesia
207. Easkey, Ireland
208. Levanto, Italy
209. Shikoku, Japan
210. Malindi, Kenya
211. Lavanono, Madagascar
212. Himmafushi, Maldives
213. Le Morne, Mauritius
214. Barra de la Cruz, Mexico
215. Imsouane, Morocco
216. Tofinho, Mozambique
217. Playa Maderas, Nicaragua
218. Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
219. Gisborne, New Zealand
220. Playa Venao, Panama
221. Chicama, Peru
222. San Juan, La Union, Philippines
223. Peniche, Portugal
224. Praia do Amado, Portugal
225. N'Gor Island, Senegal
226. Durban, South Africa
227. Busan, South Korea
228. Fuerteventura, Spain
229. Lanzarote, Spain
230. Mirissa, Sri Lanka
231. Kenting, Taiwan
232. Koh Phangan, Thailand
233. Porthcawl, United Kingdom
234. Thurso, United Kingdom
235. Montauk, United States
236. South Padre Island, United States
237. Santa Cruz, United States
238. Outer Banks, United States
239. Rincon, Puerto Rico
240. La Paloma, Uruguay
241. Eton Beach, Vanuatu
242. Playa Colorada, Venezuela
243. Cascais, Portugal
244. Strandhill, Ireland
245. Anglet, France
246. Zarautz, Spain
247. Borkum, Germany
248. Zandvoort, Netherlands
249. Cold Hawaii (Klitmøller), Denmark
250. Copenhagen, Denmark
This list covers cities from every continent, representing a diverse set of surf spots and locations worldwide.