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Discovered by Christopher Columbus on his famous voyage in 1492, The Dominican Republic sits on the northern boundary of the Caribbean, just 54 miles west of Puerto Rico. The DR, as it is commonly known, is much more latin in flavor than many other islands in the Caribbean - spanish is the native language and the merengue is the dance, of which just about every Dominican is proud!
Cabarete, on the north coast 20 miles east of Puerto Plata, is, arguably, the "Mecca" for kiteboarding in the Caribbean, if not the world! The consistent, reliable summer trade winds (predominant winds are NE), winter waves and the plethora of no-wind diversions (canyoning, mountain biking, kayaking, whale watching...) attract both novice and experienced kiteboarders alike!
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| Kiteboarding experience in Cabarete |
Cabarete is not only serious "kite culture", it is a serious playground, as well! In addition to epic kiteboarding at either Bozo Beach or Kite Beach - and now Encuentro! - Cabarete offers incredible surfing, 6-star coffee (based on a rating of 5-stars!), beautiful downwind opportunities, incredible other-than-kitesurfing opportunities, delicious food, a growing town with boutiques, cigar shoppes and ice cream stores, and bars/restaurants on the beach that at night become the center of all-through-the-night parties!
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Getting There and Around in Cabarete
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Puerto Plata, airport code POP, is the closest airport - about 20 minutes - to Cabarete. It is an international airport with both regularly scheduled and chartered service from the United States and Europe. Flights through San Juan allow easy access to/from other Caribbean destinations. Taxis from POP to Cabarete run US$25.
Santiago, aiport code STI, is the next best bet for getting to Cabarete - about an hour away. Same international service and taxis to Cabarete run US$70.
Santo Domingo, airport code SDQ, is the third option. Depending upon road conditions, the mood of the driver, or the schedule of the bus, it's between 2.5 - 3 hours from Cabarete. Taxis cost US$120, but you can hop on Carib Tours for about US$20. Be sure to check their schedule!
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| Wind and Meteo in Cabarete- Dominican Republic |
Prime season in the DR is June, July and August, when afternoon thermals can kick up the wind to 25-30 knots!
May, September, October and November are rainy months, so wind is less reliable. December and January can be good, and, along with February and March, usually provide some epic wave riding! April is out with the jury.
Wind forecasts and archives, please visit www.windguru.com>
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