For surfers, January is perfect for catching waves at Gunacaste Peninsula, Costa Rica. And February is an ideal time to hit the “Superbank”––a mile-long wave that rolls perfectly––on Australia’s shimmering Gold Coast. Now you can plot an entire year’s worth of surf moments (or fantasies) with a calendar published in yesterday’s New York Times travel section.

Many surfers find a spiritual element in the sport that becomes just as important as the physical element (remember Bodhi in “Point Break?”). So it's no coincidence that some surfers also practice yoga. Whether you're in it for the sun and the waves or for a different type of experience, the highlights of the calendar, below, will make you want to be on the beach in no time flat.

March: Bali, Indonesia
Uncrowded and unintimidating, there are wave options for advanced and slightly experienced surfers. Check out the Indo Surf guidebook before you go.

April: Mentawai Islands, Indonesia
“Waves of a lifetime” that will be less crowded in spring. For more info on the area look here.

May: Tahiti
“The world’s largest wave machine” post-monsoon season gives you great waves and a chance to watch The World Championship Tour. Here’s a Tahitian surf map to get you dreaming.

June: Jeffrey’s Bay, South Africa
Seven killer waves, no crowds, and dolphins––need we say more? Look at this surf blog for pics and info on J-Bay.

July: Tavarua, Fiji
For luxury-seeking expert surfers and fans of Kelly Slater. Wavehunters will tell you how best to handle it.

August: Los Cabos, Mexico
Party town, famous waves. Check out this eco-friendly surf camp.

September: San Onofre State Beach, California
The only continental U.S-based spot on the list. A two-mile stretch between San Diego and Orange counties + possibility of eight-foot swells = domestic bliss. You can watch this live surf-cam now.

October: Donegal Bay, Ireland
Like an alien Desperate Housewife: cold, beautiful, and green. This surf school will get you appropriately wet-suited.

November: Northwest Puerto Rico
Potent, consistent, warm, crowded swells. But a lot of Thanksgiving gratitude. You can also visit a school in quieter nearby Rincon.

December: The North Shore, Oahu, Hawaii For expert and armchair surfers alike. Watch hot, famous swell-riders descend for two championships and monster waves. If you’re feeling brave visit Sunset Suzy’s surf school.