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A Hotspot for Kite and Wind Surfers

Alaçatı Wind surf L o cation

Surfing

Top Windsurfing Destination

Windsurfing is a sport for those who love a little action and aren ’ t afraid to get wet , and Alaçatı is the place to give it a go . Just moments from Çeşme , Alaçatı has a huge protected bay with shallow turquoise waters and is the perfect spot to dip in your fins . Being one of the top three spots in the world for the sport , this bay is favored by many , including the Windsurfing World Champion Antoine Albeau . So when planning to live in Çeşme , it will be easy to pack your swimsuit and be ready to get under a mast and be blown away . The season for the sport in Alaçatı is from April until the end of October , with the summer months offer the best conditions ..
8 Reasons Why Çeşme is Best :
1 . The location : the bay is protected and no boats allowed , meaning the space is all for you . 2 . The water : the bay offers completely flat waters , perfect for speed and beginners . 3 . The distance : the best spot is only 20 minutes from Çeşme 4 . The conditions : great place to learn as the water is calm and shallow . 5 . The schools : the beach has plenty of schools to help beginners get up and windsurf faster . 6 . The wind : the wind here is constant and steady , later in the afternoon the wind is strongest . Early mornings are best for beginners . 7 . The prices : food , gear and lessons are cheaper than in Greece and Spain and the windsurfing is better . 8 . The competitions : some Windsurfing Championships are held here and you won ’ t even need binoculars to watch ..