Pipeline Surf Point

I have been to the Bahamas and that’s OK. I would take suggestions for that area too. I have heard that south of Cancun and also Belize are good, all on the Gulf. I would love a little beachside resort where you can just mosey outdoors to snorkle, no scenes from that open water movie where they get dropped off at some reef in the ocean and forgotten. I love to snorkle. Scuba diving gives people headaches and nosebleeds and goes to more dangerous areas. I just want to see colorful fish and fans. That’s all I want to do on vacation.
I do have a passport. I have always drempt of going to Cuba too. I heard Isreal is an undiscovered snorkle spot. Thanks.

I’m from San Francisco and looking to go last minute to warmer waters to learn to surf. Going for 4 days. Looking for a cheap flight, clean bungalow, and beginner waves. Can anyone recommend where to surf, lodge and rent a board? Thanks!