Reisverhaal over diverse spots in Cuba.
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Cuba – a small, communist-dictator-and-his-military run island just 90 miles south of Florida. So close, but yet so far. The paradox of it’s geographic location should not be lost: Cuba is, both literally and figuratively, between two seas: The north shore touches the waters of the Atlantic, while the south shore enjoys the Caribbean. The island is gorgeous and tropical and verdant and wild and full of potential. The “new” and mostly modern Cuba that most tourists see contrasts sharply with the 1950’s Buicks, Russian 2-strokes and ox-driven carriages on the highways and by-ways. Do not be fooled, Cuba is also an island with amazing people of great beauty and spirit, a rich cultural history, great possibilities and… incredible kiteboarding!



The kiteboarding possibilities in Varadero are amazing. The water is breathtakingly beautiful, and the many hues of blue and green make for an incredible sight. The beach is comfortably wide, and, towards the eastern end of the peninsula takes a slight turn towards the east and opens up to about 50-60 metres wide! The shape of the peninsula makes a N wind side-on, so you can ride the north side of the island on any wind from WSW to ENE. For E and ESE wind, head to the Marina Palace Beach, towards the aforementioned east end. As you can imagine, downwinders can be fantastic! 20k of coastline from end to end – just organize you pick-up with a taxi or a tour operator, and you’re good to go!