You're always hearing people say that Stand Up Paddling is the fastest growing water sport in the world today. While we're not out to say whether or not it is, one thing is for sure: SUP sure is growing.

AUSTIN, Texas - SUP is an incredible way to enjoy the oceans and waves of the world. But what if you find yourself land locked in a concrete jungle?  Thankfully, Stand Up Paddling has wound it’s way into the fabric of cities big and small around the globe. Here are seven incredible urban SUP destinations that will satisfy even the most demanding paddler.

PORT LOUIS, Mauritius - After the success of its first edition,theMauritius SUP Challengewill once again take placeon the beach of the LUX Belle Mare Hotel, one of the premier destinations on the island's Eastern coast.

KORINTHIA, Greece - Last week we reported the results of the third annual Hellenic Cup, which took place at Corinth Canal on October 20. For those of you who read about it and wanted to see more, this great clip and event roundup has just been released by the event organizers, giving us all a better, closer look at the action that went down.

The city of Cape Town is crowned and guarded by Table Mountain, one of the new Seven Natural Wonders Of The World. Today we're taking you through some of the finer points about the paddling scene in and around the city, giving you a taste of what to expect from this bucket-list location.

Are you looking for a great stand up paddle destination to visit in the next couple months? SURFit Adventures invites you to paddle in the Sea of Cortez, Baja!

Bodie Shandro, a Pro Certified Stand Up Paddle Instructor and Guide with Surfit, and his wife Brenda have planned a luxury SUP Surf Safari trip where paddlers will ride the perfect SUP Surf for aspiring sup wave riders looking for playful, non-intimidating waves.

In August SURFit Adventures will board a plane and head off for the adventure of a lifetime with a group of stand up paddleboarders who are looking for something new. ·There are a couple more spaces left on this organized tour in Juneau, Alaska.  Click 'Read More' for details.

Lake Powell is a great place to visit and go for a stand up paddle.  Photo courtesy of Lake Powell Paddleboards.

It was only 1 year ago that I returned from my first visit to Teluk Meranti where, together with a few friends, I went to Surf the Bono, a tidal bore wave on the Kampar river in Sumatra, Indonesia.