Contests are great. They’re exciting, they’re rewarding, and they force you to push yourself and keep improving. But when a big event gathers a field of international talent, there’s also something to be said for taking a few moments to just cut loose from the pressures of competition and enjoy your surroundings. Especially when those surroundings are the beautiful shores of Jamaica. This year’s Makka Pro was blessed with solid waves and great weather, so there was plenty of fun to be had between the heats, and, naturally, ESM was there to capture all the highlights. So just kick back and let these photos teach you how to unwind Caribbean-style. It’s time to get on island time.
