2020 Mediterranean Travel Guide

The Mediterranean offers fantastic windsurfing just a few hours from the UK; with clear waters, constant winds and a variety of spots to suit all levels and tastes. Noted not only for its excellent conditions, there is also the chance to experience that enviable Mediterranean lifestyle from a wide range of accommodation options. We help you with the choice over the coming pages by calling in the help of expert windsurf travel agents Sportif Travel and Planet Windsurf Holidays, who give us their recommendations for the region, while a selection of operators give us micro guides to their local spots.

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choice picks...

JANE FAUGHNAN

SPORTIF WINDSURF HOLIDAYS WORLDWIDE

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1 NAXOS - GREEK ISLANDS

Best for lagoon / ‘combi’ conditions / multi sport

Naxos is a unique location with 2 sailing spots - an enclosed lagoon with shallow, flat water conditions suitable for slalom, freestyle, kids and lessons. The second, more advanced spot, has offshore swell and bump and jump. You can sail between both. The prevailing Meltemi wind blows from April to November, with peak months 15-25 knots+ for 70%+ days. The centre offers kit for beginners to high spec rental, free bikes, SUP, snorkelling, catamaran sailing plus instruction camps. The beach bar restaurants offer a la carte, BBQs and sociable bar, a few minutes’ walk from your accommodation. Or head into the historical old town, just a short walk for historic sights, shopping and many dining options.

2 KARPATHOS - GREEK ISLANDS

Best for undiscovered / all levels / 3 bays