TheKiteMag - Guides Destination Guide Autumn 2018 | Page 46

5/5 4/5 5/5 3/5 GRENADINES THE LOWDOWN Why should kiters come here? It’s the Caribbean?! Why do you need to ask! The Grenadines offer a carefree experience in a secluded kite paradise – especially if you travel by boat… With the warm climate, constant wind blowing from the east all season long, stunning landscapes, vibrant local culture and a large variety of kitespots only accessible by our specialist catamarans, you can see why a kiteboarding charter in the Grenadines is a popular option! KITING SET UP In our modern and spacious two-hull Leopard catamarans – which are stable and loaded with creature comforts – you may even feel more relaxed than in your own home! Whilst the hostess takes care of your culinary needs, enjoy the complete freedom of discovering a different spot every day and benefit from the captain’s riding tips to progress to your next trick. Whatever your riding style: you will find what you are looking for here. Ultra-flat for freestlyers, island crossings for cruisers, and waves for waveriders. You can find it all. Destination Guide WHEN IS BEST TO GO? From mid-November until June is the most dependable. This is during the trade winds season, and the wind blows steadily from the east at an average of 15-20 knots every day... Whilst you can expect stronger winds during the dry season from January until mid-April, May and June are warmer months with great wind statistics and with less crowded moorings and kite spots. The wind tends to be stronger in the morning so grab a cup of coffee and jump in for an epic morning kite session. NO WIND? Caribbean Kite Cruises include more than just kiting, it’s also about experiencing a new way of life. Wake up in a turquoise lagoon and start the day with a swim with the turtles; learn how to sail the catamaran with our skipper and catch some fish for lunch as you explore the islands. Then, at the end of the day, enjoy a cocktail on land or play your music over the boat’s sound system whilst planning the next day’s kite session.