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The Canary Island of Fuerteventura, a 4 hour flight from the UK, enjoys year round sunshine and consistent wind and waves – making it a fantastic destination for kitesurfers and surfers. The two main resorts for kitesurfing are Corralejo and Sotavento and the main season is from May to October, but it is good all year round.

Fuerteventura has many beaches offering a variety of wave sizes and wind strengths. These change from day to day, but the geography of the island means that it is usually possible to find somewhere that is right for your ability level. This makes it an ideal as a place to learn kitesurfing or surfing, develop your skills or revel in your sport.

The kitesurfing in the North of Fuerteventura is suitable for all levels and there are two main spots, Flag beach and Cotillo.

Flag beach is the main spot for those staying in Corralejo. This huge beach is on the road heading south from the resort, about 5 mins out of the town centre. The wind is predominantly cross-shore and there is a specific section of the beach set aside for kitesurfing. The best months for kitesurfing are March to November when the sea tends to be flatter and the wind consistent.

Cotillo (about 15 mins from Corralejo) is a charming village on the west coast and an ideal location for boat-based learning at any time of year. Our instructors will run you down to the harbor where you can jump into the boat and you’ll be on the water in just a few minutes. It is not as busy as Flag Beach, more scenic and you can enjoy the great little village of El Cotillo before and after your time on the water – highly recommended.

A big thank you to Tommy from the Magma Kiteschool for donating this article to us. For more information, you can contact the Magma Kiteschool via their website at www.magma-kiteschool.com

For the first couple of years we were here, we relied solely on DVDs and Spanish Television. In our opinion, the Spanish television is mediocre at best… depressing at worst. Read the rest of this entry »

The Spanish love to play the lottery… and a s a resident in Fuerteventura, why not jump on the bandwagon and have a bash yourself?  Lottery tickets can be bought at the official outlets in Lanzarote – signposted as “Loterias y Apuestas del Estado”. Read the rest of this entry »

Christmas in Fuerteventura is one of the busiest times of the tourism year, due to many seeking to escape the cold snaps, and head out to sunnier skies. But how is Christmas in Fuerteventura different? Read the rest of this entry »

The buses in Fuerteventura are very reliable, clean, comfortable and fast. They are known as “Guaguas” here, rather than “autobuses”, and are run by a company called Tiadhe. Read the rest of this entry »

For most of us, buying the right outfit is a nightmare in itself. Back in the UK, clothes shopping for me was an event to be shared with the ladies – with frequent wine stops during the day – for keeping our energy levels up for more retail therapy. Read the rest of this entry »

The Fuerteventura tourist town of Corralejo is situated on the farthest North Easterly point of the Island. The views looking out to the ocean are of the Islands of Los Lobos and Lanzarote. The closest town to Corralejo is that of Playa Blanca although this entails a 20 minute trip by Ferry!  Both Armas, and Fred Olsen run regular trips between the two towns. Read the rest of this entry »

Surfing is extremely popular in Fuerteventura – especially in the windier parts of the Island, where surfing fanatics risk life and limb to experience the power of the sea. Here you can always check the surfing forecasts. Read the rest of this entry »