Located in southwestern Spain, at the mouth of the Odiel and Tinto rivers, Huelva is a true sport fishing paradise. Huelva might not be on most saltwater anglers’ radar. But it has a tremendous variety of offshore, reef and shallow-water species. With 300 days of sunshine and great weather, anglers can fish here all year […]
You want to go up against a half-ton of rampaging Bluefin Tuna? Try Tuna Fishing in Valencia for some of the best odds you’ll find in the world. There are other great bluefin tuna destinations, of course, and which are best could be the source of long debate — but if you want to catch […]
Dorado, Mahi Mahi or Dolphin fish… different names for the same fish. Known for their bluntly shaped heads and their bright colouring, Mahi Mahi is a very strong and hardy fish. Actually, The name mahi-mahi comes from the Hawaiian language and means “very strong”. They can be caught in large schools and will put up […]
Punta Cana is the place to be if you want to fulfill all of your angling fantasies. Punta Cana fishing charters are available to let you explore the Dominican Republic’s easternmost point, which boasts 62 miles of shoreline. Discover everything you need to know to visit and fish this Caribbean hot spot. Whether you are […]
The fish that inhabit the deep ocean are some of the most bizarre and ugliest fish in the entire world. These fish have many strange and unique characteristics, having adapted to a lifestyle of pitch darkness, crushing pressures, and frigid temperatures. Some fish have evolved special organs that allow them to produce light to attract […]
Fishing in Valencia is incredibly diverse and sought-after by ardent anglers of the world. While many anglers prefer the thrill of catching trophy fish, there are equally as many that enjoy a relaxing, quiet fishing adventure. The Valencia atmosphere is just that, the perfect fishing environment. Valencia is a port city in Spain surrounded by […]
Mallorca, Spain Turquoise water surrounds the largest Balearic Island just off the coast of Spain. A popular scene for travelers, locals, and perma-vacationers, Mallorca is enriched with fascinating culture, magnificent mountains, charming coves, alluring vineyards, and rocky beaches. The beautiful beaches extend for miles until the pearl-white sand unites with the breath-taking Balearic Sea. The […]
Fishing in Barcelona is an adventure of a lifetime for any angler. Are you an expert angler seeking new fishing adventures? If you answered yes, you should consider traveling to Barcelona, Spain to fish the Mediterranean Sea. Fishing in Barcelona is every angler’s dream fishing destination. Fresh and saltwater opportunities in every direction make fishing […]
Last season has been a different year with a lot of challenges. It has also been a great year for billfishing in Cap Cana, rated the n° 1 Billfishery of 2020. I wanted to share some interesting information about this fishing destination. Find out below why you should go fish there soon. Knowledge is power. […]
Updated: July 2026 · Reviewed by the Tom’s Catch angling team You’re standing at the cleaning table with a long, silvery fish on the board and a game warden 30 feet away. Is it a Spanish mackerel you can keep at 12 inches, or a small king that needs to hit 24 before it goes […]
Let’s begin with the basics of the billfish species. What classifies a fish a billfish? A billfish is a predatory fish that are large in size and have a long bill or sword-like beak. Billfish can weigh over 1000 pounds and often grow to be longer than 13 feet. Marlin, Sailfish, Swordfish, and Spearfish are […]
Let’s begin by taking a closer look at the different types of fishing reels available. Spincast, Baitcasting, Spinning, Surf Fishing, Offshore, Conventional/Trolling, Fly Fishing, and Centerpin Reels are the most popular kinds of fishing reels chosen by anglers. When deciding which fishing reel is right for you, keep in mind what you are fishing for, […]
The truth is that Cancun is not a destination that caught our attention, but it is the gateway to the Yucatan Peninsula and since our flight arrived there, we decided to spend a few days exploring. Did it manage to captivate us? Yes and no. It’s a wonderful place to get over jet lag, relax […]
So you’ve decided to travel to the Riviera Maya for your next holidays. Sounds great! The sheer amount of fish and species at the Riviera Maya is outstanding. Team the amazing fishing in the Riviera Maya with one of the outstanding hotels in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum or Cozumel and you will find yourself in […]
Updated: July 2026 · Reviewed by the Tom’s Catch angling team Two mild, flaky, white fish. Same family. Often side by side in the same chip shop and, half the time, in the same stretch of cold Atlantic water. So when someone asks you “cod or haddock?”, the honest answer is: they’re cousins, not twins […]
Carp fishing is probably one of the most popular forms of angling in Europe. The thrill of catching a monster carp, especially fish that hasn’t come out for years, is unparalleled. Anglers from around the world head to the best carp waters in order to catch that particular specimen. With sophisticated fishing techniques, using particular rigs, […]
Fishing rods come in many different lengths, actions, materials and styles for either coarse, game or sea fishing. The primary deciding factors when choosing a fishing rod are what size and species you intent to fish for, what size leads, floats or lures you are going to use and how far you need to cast. […]
Making a bucket list fishing trips selection isn’t easy. There are so many great destinations, but we can’t mention all fishing trips in one article. So we decided to come up with our favourite inshore fishing, off shore fishing and freshwater fishing bucket listers. Here we go! Inshore bucket list fishing trips The Andaman Islands, […]
After a short flight to Mallorca, you can be Big Game fishing in no time. Catch a variety of fish species ranging from Albacore, Bluefin Tuna and Little Tunny to John Dory, Red Scorpion fish and Swordfish. Mar Balear Fishing Adventures offers exciting fishing tours around Mallorca with the possibility to experience sleep-on-board trips to […]
Sharks have been around for over 450 million years. In fact, shark were already swimming in the world’s oceans 100 million years before the first tree even existed (350 million years ago). Shark are also one of the only animals to have survived four of the five mass extinctions. Although there are over 500 species […]
