Kos is located north of Rhodes, close to Turkey and is a popular destination for windsurfing. The best windsurfing is in Psilidi where the village has built up some great hotels and simple apartments. It is a relaxing resort that will appeal to those looking for good value and a short distance from Kos Town with its restaurants, bars and amazing heritage.
The wind at FBC Kos is side/side-off shore from the left. Usually the wind is lighter in the morning when the majority of beginner courses take place. Owing to a slight wind shadow, there is a sheltered launch which makes it great for beginners and kids, as well as a stone jetty downwind of the Center to catch any drifters! The wind gradually intensifies through the day and gives way to sensational slalom blasting with swell/chops up to 1m on the outside. The water flattens off just upwind of the jetty – perfect for freestylers.
Charter flights operate from Gatwick, Manchester and Birmingham (and many regional airports) several times a week. Transfer takes only 20 minutes.
The Surfers Bar on site is always very popular with the guests and is open every day serving cold drinks, snacks and cocktails at the waters edge. It stays open into the night and also has live music nights and beach bbq’s. There are bars and tavernas in the locality and Kos town is only a short taxi/bus ride away with both its interesting archeological sites and late night venues for the night owls! The famous Bar Street can keep you partying into sunrise, or for a more relaxing night take a trip to the local Thermal Springs where you can bathe in healing volcanic waters under the stars.
UK / EU passport holders: A full 10 year passport valid until at least 6 months after date of return. No visa required. Arrival tax is £10 payable in sterling.
Other passport holders: Please check with Greek Consulate (020 7229 3850).
There are no compulsory inoculations if travelling from the UK but we recommend to check with your GP for the latest advice. |
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