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For most sports, a fast wind can have a serious impact on the outcome of a game. A strong gust can easily push a baseball or football a few inches in the wrong direction and really intense winds can even cause the cancellation of some Nascar races (although I still maintain Nascar is not a sport). However, for the less mainstream sports like kite surfing and windsurfing, a strong wind is absolutely essential. Thankfully, Cabarete exists. With winds averaging 13 to 22 knots thanks to an especially strong trade wind (especially in June, July and August), Cabarete lures folks in from all over the world to exploit not only the consistent winds, but also the gorgeous beaches and relaxing atmosphere. Located about 20 minutes from the Puerto Plata International Airport on the northern shore of the Dominican Republic, the peaceful village of Cabarete is blanketed out across the center of a serene, semi-circular beach.
The beach is often home to numerous kite surfing and wind surfing competitions and the nearby Playa Encuentro is often considered one of most revered surfing beaches in the Caribbean. Not gaining popularity until the late 80’s, Cabarete has only recently managed to lure tourists to its tropical shores. And people are coming not just for the beaches and the wind sports, but also for the vast amount of activities at their disposal. With ideal terrain and weather for mountain biking, horseback riding, scuba diving and – of course – golf, Cabarete is a great place to be active! Once the sun casts its bright red hue atop the rolling green country side and the moon becomes the only natural source of illumination, the night life of Cabarete truly comes alive. With quaint and classy bars lining the beach, the Cabarete social scene is perfect for the couple in need of a romantic getaway or the rambunctious group of friends in need of a party fueled weekend. And with the vacation real estate in the DR experiencing steady growth, it's only a matter of time for this quaint and windy surfer's paradise to become the next hot spot. So head on down to Cabarete – let it be the wind beneath your sails.
