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Dahab is a small town located on the southeast coast of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt, approximately 80 km northeast of Sharm el-Sheikh. Formerly a Bedouin fishing village, Dahab is now considered to be one of Sinai’s most treasured diving destinations and a mecca for windsurfers and kitesurfers. The wind is said to blow 300 days a year in what is known as the Gulf of Aquaba wind tunnel. From
Bowen is a coastal town located on the northern end of the Whitsunday passage in beautiful tropical Far North Queensland. It is a quiet and picturesque destination with lovely beaches and turquoise blue water. It is located approximately 2 hours drive south of Townsville and is affectionately known by locals as “Blowen Bowen” because it is always windy!! The most reliable winds are from May to September when the trade
Geraldton is a town located 424 kms north of Perth in Western Australia on the Coral Coast region. The town has a population of approx 38,000 and has a major port with industries including mining, fishing, farming & tourism. The Geraldton area is renowned as one of Australia’s top destinations for kitesurfers and windsurfers due to the areas reliable southerly thermal breeze which occurs from October to April. Basing yourself
Bribie Island is located in QLD just north of Brisbane and whilst it is classified as an island, most of the main land is really only separated by a creek. The island is protected by a real island (Moreton Island) approximately 16km off-shore to the East. The great thing about this area that not only is it great for all levels of sailors but there is virtually a spot that
Sotavento is one of the world’s most famous windsurfing, wing foiling and kitesurfing locations, famed for its strong and consistent cross offshore winds. The water is warm throughout the year, with a temperature between 20 and 22 degrees. The spring/summer months bring great weather and the famed trade winds. The windiest season in Sotavento is in the summer, between April and September, when a big high pressure stays over the
Paynesville is a popular holiday destination on the Gippsland lakes located about 300km (3.5 hours drive) east of Melbourne. The Gippsland Lakes are renowned as the boating capital of Victoria with literally hundreds of kilometres of lake foreshore to explore. For windsurfers and kitesurfers Paynesville is a great central base for exploring the immediate area and other spots around the Gippsland Lakes. The town itself has a good selection of
Gulf de Roses (or Gulf of Roses) is a beautiful destination located about 2 hours drive north-east of Barcelona (Spain) in the Catelona region in the province of Costa Brava on the Mediterranean sea just south of the French border. The area is full of history and spectacular historic seaside villages such as Cadeques & El Port de la Selva. In the area there are numerous ruins, castles and medieval
Corralejo is located in the north of Fuerteventura and is the main tourist resort. Still with the original fishing port, Corralejo has grown to offer a resort with great choice of accommodation, with many shops, bars, restaurants, clubs and one of the best beaches in the Canaries. It offers something for everyone. Corralejo is a 25 minute drive north of the airport in Puerto Rosario, with easy car hire or
Tarifa, Spain is known as the windy capital of Europe, with year round windsurfing and kitesurfing. Holidays are available with the choice of budget and luxury hotels and the windsurfing and kitesurfing centre located directly on the spot. Situated on the most southern tip of Spain, projecting into the Straits of Gibraltar that separate Spain and Morocco, With a wide choice of flights, airports and short travelling times, this venue
Pozo Izquerido and Arinaga are located about 10km south of the Las Palmas airport and 17km north west of Maspalomas and its resorts. Pozo and Arinaga are separated by about 3kms, and between them provide a variety of conditions for a windsurfing holiday, Pozo being famous for its high wind and waves, and Arinaga for its flat water. Both locations are best suited to those whose primary objective is to
Mallacoota is a small tourist town located in far eastern Victoria approximately 515 km (6 hours drive) from Melbourne. The town is blessed with an incredible inlet & lake providing for some great windsurfing & kitesurfing opportunities including speed sailing, bump-and-jump and wave sailing options. There are 3 main sailing areas for windsurfing & kitesurfing: 1. On the lower lake it is good for flat water blasting and bump-and-jump in anything except easterly.
Porto Pollo (Italy) is the windiest place on the north coast of the Island of Sardinia,Porto Pollo, located on the north coast of the island of Sardinia in the Mediterranean Sea, is known as the windiest spot in the area. This fantastic location features a large bay with crystal-clear, turquoise waters and beautiful white sandy beaches. Renowned as one of the top windsurfing and kiting destinations in Europe, Porto
Safaga is on the coast of the Red Sea in Egypt located 53 km south of Hurghada (which is also a great sailing destination). The best winds blow from March to October and there are several windsurfing & kiting centres here including ION Club who provide rental gear, lessons and some also have storage facilities. Sailing is for all levels; the shallow turquoise lagoon is ideal for kids & beginners
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