CANARY ISLANDS - MEDITERRANEAN Best for Slalom | Freestyle | Combi – All Levels - Families
Sportif ’s top destination in the Canary islands is Sotavento in Fuerteventura with year round sailing, 4 different spots, a 4 km flat water, beginners’ lagoon and wind stats of force 4+ 90% of days from June to August. This world class PWA venue has over 450+ boards and 1000+ rigs of the latest kit to choose from, 4* hotels on the spot, with centres on site that cater for families or adults only. 1 week from £650 p.p. including flights. In Greece, Naxos in the Cyclades, is a unique spot with an enclosed, shallow water lagoon and wave beach, plus old town charm, free leisure bikes, MTB centre and superb choice of restaurants, all within walking distance. PRO COACHING CLINICS Peter Hart and Jem Hall coach in Rhodes (June 2020). Simon Winkley clinics are in Lanzarote (March 2020) and Alacati (June/July 2020).
EGYPT – RED SEA Best for Flat Water | All Levels | Culture | Value
Our top pick for the Red Sea is Safaga for best value 3*, 4* and 5* all inclusive hotels with separate windsurf and kitesurf centres, sailing and swimming zones. For quick transfers, Hurghada has flat, shallow water lagoons and offshore there is the Magawish islands for excursions with accompanying boat. Downtown Hurghada has a buzzing nightlife. For uncrowded sailing choose Marsa Alam, part of the Wadi Gimal National Park, with shallow lagoon and offshore reef for bump and jump and small swell in the right conditions. A 1 week all-inclusive beach hotel starts at £699 p.p. with Sportif agents meeting you airside with your visa.
CARIBBEAN - TOBAGO Best for Flat Water | Multi Sport | Solo Travellers | Social
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