
It has been officially announced that G-Land Surf in Banyuwangi is selected to be the spot of one of the eleven series within WSL Championship Tour 2020. The other series will be conducted in some other countries, such as Australia, the United States of America, Hawaii, Brazil, and South Africa.
So as you know, Banyuwangi or specifically GLand Surf is chosen to hold such a prestigious surfing event due to several things, what are they?
1. Positive reaction and massive contribution from the local government
One of the main reasons G Land Surf is selected to hold a spot in WSL Championship Tour 2020 is because the government, especially the governor of Banyuwangi, gives a good feedback as well as a huge concern on the development of sport events as a means to attract tourists.
2. Banyuwangi has been used to conduct international events
From International Tour de Banyuwangi Ijen to Banyuwangi International BMX, the annual calendar of events of Banyuwangi are consisted of a bunch of international events! This, in turn, becomes a particular reason to conduct WSL Championship in G-Land Surf, Banyuwangi, as it has been an expert of such events.
3. G-Land is a hidden paradise for surfers
G-Land Surf or Plengkung Beach in Banyuwangi is not merely popular for its majestic waves that can reach up to 6-8 meters high and 2 kilometers long. The location of G Land Surf that is deep in dense forests of Taman Nasional Alas Purwo makes it to be a surf spot with natural scenery as the background. It surely brings a new experience for surfers in which other surf sports are mostly adorned with skyscrapers.