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With a climate of year round sunshine and high winds, Tarifa is one of the world’s best kitesurfing locations. I visited a couple of years ago and had a great time. Read about my adventure here. But this post is less adventurous, and more practical, offering tips and general information around kitesurfing in Tarifa. During high season, the town becomes an adventure playground for surfers and kitesurfers, who come from all over to experience Spain’s water sports capital. The skies become frenzied with countless colourful kites, while the ocean fronts are chock-full with thrill-seekers. In Tarifa, there’s an abundance of kitesurfing locations to choose from, suited to all experience levels and abilities. But, with so much choice, it’s easy to miss out on the best spots. So, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite locations below, in our helpful guide to kitesurfing in Tarifa. Why does Tarifa enjoy such great kitesurfing conditions? It’s all down to the Levante and Poniente, two strong winds that blow in from the east and west, respectively. The Levante is warm and dry as it blows over land, while the Poniente flows over the Atlantic making it cooler and more humid. Its brisk breeze can […]