Windsurfing

Welcome to our windsurfing travel guide. If you want to know where to windsurf check out the holidays, courses, experiences, accommodation, discounts and articles below.

But what is windsurfing?

The sport is a fusion between surfing and sailing with experts being able to ride waves, get huge air and reach speeds of over 50 mph. Windsurfing began in the 1970’s and quickly grew to have worldwide popularity by the 80s.

Worldwide more than 20 million people windsurf as it is relatively easy to learn and progress. Beginners start on a larger board (offering more stability) and improve from there.

The real thrill of windsurfing comes from plaining, where the board picks up enough speed to skip across the water. This can take a bit of persistence to master – which is why windsurfing travel is so popular as you can go on holiday and hit the water every day.

Once plaining windsurfers can perform a plethora of tricks and manoeuvres ranging from easy to extremely technical. This means the sport always has something new to challenge you.

There is a great social scene involved with windsurfing as well as the chance to explore the world to sail in jaw dropping locations. If you want to know where to windsurf check out our top 10 articles for inspiration.

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Windsurf Europe: Top 10 European windsurfing destinations

Why spend a small fortune travelling halfway across the globe when you can windsurf Europe? Although the smallest continent Europe is blessed with lots of wind and lots of water – you just need to know where to go…. So we’ve…

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Top 5 freeride windsurf spots: Best windsurfing holidays for all

Freeride windsurf spots are popular because they offer the best windsurfing holidays for all abilities and styles. But what are the top places for freeride windsurfing? And what windsurf destinations stand out from the crowd for recreational windsurfers? Best windsurfing holidays…

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Travel Action Discount: 5% off windsurfing

Windsurfing holidays for all levels in the best windsurf locations in Egypt, Morocco and Europe. All hotels have the windsurf centre onsite, or close by. Choose from a range of fantastic 3, 4 and 5 star hotels and resorts and…

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Burnt Custard base layer review: Technical multi-sport active wear

Are you looking for technical multi-sport active wear? Base layers that work for winter sports and watersports, in the hot and the cold and when exercising or chilling out? Then read this Burnt Custard base layer review, as it might be the…

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Guide to Japanese overlanding: Adventure travel in Japan

Japan is a land of contrasts. A place where fire and water meet, of snowy mountains and sub-tropical beaches, both spiritual but highly commercial with untouched wilderness and throbbing cities. So, to help you make the most of adventure travel in Japan, we’ve…

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Guide to Spain windsurfing holidays: Spanish mainland & islands

Spain is perhaps the best country for windsurfing in Europe due to its Mediterranean climate, extensive coastline and reliable winds. In this guide to Spain windsurfing holidays we look at where to go on Spanish mainland and its many islands.…

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Madeira adventure holidays: 10 best Madeiran activities

Officially part of Portugal but sitting in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Africa, Madeira combines the best of European culture with African conditions. Which is why Madeira adventure holidays offer a unique combination of land, wind and water…

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5 of the best family windsurfing holiday destinations

If you’re looking for a fun filled, active beach holiday for all the family, then you should consider windsurfing. But with windsurf spots in idyllic beach locations all over the world, what are the best family windsurfing holiday destinations? Huge advances in…

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10 best beaches in Gran Canaria for surf and adventure

Gran Canaria has some stunning beaches that tick all the boxes for relaxation and family fun. It also has some prime spots for surfing, kiting, windsurfing, swimming and other adventure sports. But what are the best beaches in Gran Canaria for…

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Surf Store discount: 5% off windsurfing gear

Established in 2010 Surf-Store.com is your local online windsurfing, kitesurfing, SUP, surfing and wakeboarding store. The goal is a safe and fun shopping environment with highly competitive prices and a great range of products. Exclusively Adventure Sports Holidays members get a…

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Malta adventure holidays: 10 best Maltese activities

Sitting in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, the Maltese islands are blessed with superb natural conditions for outdoor activities. Which is why Malta adventure holidays offer so many options, so simply choose the best Maltese activities for you and enjoy…