Barbados has long been a renowned windsurfing spot and during the last couple of years it has also become a popular spot for kitesurfers. Barbados offers ideal conditions for wave novices and ambitious surfers, windsurfers and kiters. However, on most days the spot is unsuitable for windsurfing beginners or slalom riders. Kite tuition is held on the neighbouring beach in Silver Rock – a spot suitable for all levels. With its numerous different spots, Barbados is also a perfect travel destination for surfers.
The easternmost of the Caribbean islands, Barbados is called the "gateway to the West Indies" and has long been a port of call for ships from Europe.
Spanish and Portuguese adventurers arrived here in search of gold, riches and fame (and rum!) – and found lush vegetation and a small population.
Today, Barbados is called the "little England of the Caribbean" because of its British influence. Nevertheless, the islanders have given their own special twist to the British traditions, changing them with their Caribbean peace of life.
Windsurfing, kitesurfing, surfing and snorkelling in magnificently clean and clear water, as well as swimming at fantastic beaches or pure relaxation. Silver Sands is a wave riding spot and offers a clear wave that you can surf down in 2m-deep water with perfect ease.
By the time the sun disappears at around 6 p.m. and 6.30pm and you have let off enough steam on the water, the hustle and bustle of the fish market in Oistins has already begun. Dreadlocked men chop up tuna fish with their machetes, freshly caught fish sizzle everywhere, radios blare out Caribbean music, and local women dance to the beat. Even dancing bears could learn a thing or two from them!
Barbados has the ultimate Caribbean feeling, white beaches, turquoise water, wind and waves, pulsating night-life, reggae music, and fun-loving locals it'swhere the action is!
To summarise, Barbados is one of the Worlds top Kitesurfing and Windsurfing destinations for January to March.
