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the boarders center
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the boarders center
Thalassa Suites are built of modern studios & apartments for your individual holiday within a nice face-to-face & easy atmosphere.
LOCATION – This accommodation is located around 5 – 10 minutes by car from the FBC Karpathos Kite Center. Next to the FBC center is a little taverna for the snacks & drinks during the surfing day.
FACILITIES – The apartments are surounded by a well kept herb garden. Next to Thalassa Suites is the Anemos Bar for your catering (breakfast, lunch & dinner) if there is no desire to cook your own meals during the holiday.
BOARDING – breakfast or half-board at Anemos bar.
ROOMS
Studio:
Apartement:
With same facilities as the studios the apartments offer more space and a separate sleeping room.
NUMBER OF ROOMS – 6 rooms
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY
FBC Karpathos Kite is situated directly at the beach of the `Luv Spot´ on the south west of the island. The Luv Spot itself is an authentic preserved area with the kite station and a taverna, so very little infrastructure around. Ideally, you will need a rental car or a scooter to commute between your main accommodation and the spot (5km approx).
The normal wind direction at FBC Karpathos is side-side-off from the right in the morning, turning slowly to side-side-on in the afternoon as the wind picks up. There is a mix of chops & flat water on the inside, rolling swell on the outside and proper breaking waves that can only be ridden in certain specific areas near the downwind reefs (advanced riders only).
Please note that the wind in Karpathos is normally omnipresent and strong. However, it sometimes eases off to allow some great SUP time. The coast on both sides of the center is rugged while offering beautiful little beaches that are hard to access by land. The water is incredibly clear and will let you appreciate the underwater landscape while paddling. This is a truly amazing environment so don’t hesitate to grab one of the SUP boards at the center to make the best out of the spot !
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Hotel Irini is a nice 3 star hotel in first line on the beach and offers a great atmosphere for families and surfers.
LOCATION – This accommodation is located around 15 minutes by car from the FBC Karpathos Kite Center. Next to the FBC center is a little taverna for snacks & drinks during the surfing day.
FACILITIES – The buildings for Hotel Irini are grouped around a well kept garden with pool.
BOARDING – breakfast, half-board or full-board
ROOMS
Double room:
NUMBER OF ROOMS – 60 double rooms
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY
Hotel Poseidon is a very pretty, well cared for hotel is run by its owners. It is pleasure to sit on the shady terrace and enjoy the view our over the water. The shady garden restaurant with an impressive, panoramic view onto the bay invites you to stay and relax.
LOCATION – This accommodation is located around 15 minutes by car from the FBC Karpathos Kite Center. Next to the FBC center there is a little taverna for the snacks & drinks during the surfing day.
The location of the hotel itself is idyllic and quiet – away from the crowd.
FACILITIES – The rooms are in authentic style and the best place to find rest and recreation.
BOARDING – breakfast in buffet style
ROOMS
Double room:
NUMBER OF ROOMS – 38 rooms
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY
Old Sofia Studios consist of family run studios & apartments for your individual holiday within a nice face-to-face & easy atmosphere. The very friendly owner Sofia is always around and taking care of the guests.
LOCATION – This accommodation is located around 5 – 10 minutes by car from the FBC Karpathos Kite Center. Next to the FBC center is a little taverna for snacks & drinks during the surfing day.
FACILITIES – The studios are authentic, convenient and offer a nice pool with kids pool and whirlpool. Next to Old Sofia is the Anemos Bar for your catering (breakfast, lunch & dinner) if there is no desire to cook your own meals during the holiday.
BOARDING – breakfast or half-board at Anemos bar
ROOMS
Studio:
NUMBER OF ROOMS – 7 studios
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY
New Sofia Studios consist of family run studios & apartments for your individual holiday within a nice face-to-face & easy atmosphere. The very friendly owner Sofia is always around and taking care of the guests.
LOCATION – This accommodation is located around 5 – 10 minutes by car from the FBC Karpathos Kite Center. Next to the FBC center is a little taverna for snacks & drinks during the surfing day.
FACILITIES – The studios & apartments are convenient and offer a nice pool with kids pool and whirlpool. Next to New Sofia is the Anemos Bar for your catering (breakfast, lunch & dinner) if there is no desire to cook your own meals during the holiday.
BOARDING – breakfast or half-board at Anemos bar.
ROOMS
Studio:
Apartment:
With same facilities as the studios the apartments offer more space and a separate sleeping room.
NUMBER OF ROOMS – 10 rooms (6 studios and 4 apartments)
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY
The FBC KARPATHOS KITE center is newly built and is a really clean looking and spacious center. It is comfortable and well organized, with lots of shadow and unobstructed views to the direct action at the spot. There is also a Bar/Restaurant with 150m² of shaded terrace, offering drinks and snacks and simple healthy Greek cuisine all day. Make sure you enjoy the famous happy hours at sunset at the spot after a long action packed day! You will also find showers and toilets and a small surf shop onsite.
Karpathos is the second largest of the Greek Dodecanese Islands, in the southeastern Aegean Sea, and is located halfway between its more famous neighbours, the islands of Rhodes and Crete. The island is approximately 320 sq. km in size, with the highest point being Kali Limni, at 1,215 m. Karpathos has stunning beaches famous for crystal clear water and natural beauty, and fantastic hiking and trekking paths that cross the island leading visitors to amazing spots. Picturesque villages, interesting sightseeing and delicious restaurants amaze and delight. Karpathos is characterized by high mountain tops, verdant forests and beautiful bays, it is still relatively undeveloped, and you will not find mass tourism here. It is a place to find peace and quiet, not busy paths and crowded beaches. It´s all about being connected to nature, and feeling part of traditional Greece.
FBC KARPATHOS KITE is situated directly at the beach of the `Luv Spot´on the south west of the island. Karpathos is well known as a high wind destination, and the Meltemi happily shows up in force most days, particularly in high season, but there is a steady wind throughout low season too. The airport is close by (less than 5km), and accommodation is also within easy reach of the center. Ideally, you will need a rental car or a scooter to commute between your main accommodation and the spot.
WE RECOMMEND
Trekking and Hiking - Karpathos is well signposted and hiking trails lead to old chapels, mountainous villages, secluded beaches and hilltops with stunning views to the sea.
Mountain Biking - Enjoy the wonderful conditions for biking on the island either alone or guided
Yoga and Massage - A perfect end or beginning to any day, especially on holiday !
Rock Climbing - Professional guided rock climbing for beginners and more experienced climbers
Boat Trip - Take a boat trip to the remote island of Saria, which was once connected to Karpathos before being separated by an earthquake. The island is totally uninhabited but has some interesting ruins and beautiful beaches.
FBC Karpathos Kite is situated directly at the beach of the `Luv Spot´ on the south west of the island. The Luv Spot itself is an authentic preserved area with the kite station and a taverna, so very little infrastructure around. Ideally, you will need a rental car or a scooter to commute between your main accommodation and the spot (5km approx).
The normal wind direction at FBC Karpathos is side-side-off from the right in the morning, turning slowly to side-side-on in the afternoon as the wind picks up. There is a mix of chops & flat water on the inside, rolling swell on the outside and proper breaking waves that can only be ridden in certain specific areas near the downwind reefs (advanced riders only).
The spot is generally not for beginners unless taking lessons, as the wind is strong, the beach is reasonably small, and there are downwind reefs. Be aware that this is not the easiest spot in the world to learn kiting so arm yourself with patience and energy and plan a full two weeks. However, the reward will be worth it !
All rentals should therefore have the ability to kite perfectly upwind to ride here.
Windsurfers and kitesurfers share the spot harmoniously, with a “windsurfing priority area” on the upwind half of the spot (right when looking at the water) and a “kitesurfing priority area” on the downwind part. The spot is never over-crowded as good riders enjoy going further upwind, just outside of the bay where the beach and center are located (further out and to the right than the windsurfing area). Full rescue cover is of course provided, and the center has 3 boats for rescues, service and teaching.
The team can also take you upwind so you can have a great run back to the center.
Please Note: You must be able to ride comfortably upwind and this will be checked at the center before you go on the water.
We recommend that you bring your own wetsuit, harness and shoes (if required). These are also available to rent at the center.
FBC Karpathos Kite offers various training packages for learning and improving kitesurfing for pure beginners to advanced and riders looking to get into waves, as well as video analysis if required. Instruction is in various languages by fully qualified VDWS trainers. Courses are held by an international team of instructors. Supervision is also on offer as well as video analysis at a fee.
The spot at FBC Karpathos offers a mix of chops and flat water on the inside, rolling swell on the outside and proper breaking waves that can only be ridden in certain specific areas near the reefs. Any and every kiter can learn something here! Beginner lessons take place in the open sea outside of the bay, downwind from the reef, from a platform specifically built so that you can learn, train, rest and do it all over again! There is also always a boat at your side for the best personalized input from your instructor. Coaching for all (other) levels also happens from the teaching boat and the team can guide you into waves as well as into the most advanced freestyle tricks and big air moves you’ve ever dreamt of!
Please note that if every level will improve here, the conditions, especially in high summer, are more challenging for pure beginners than in other spots around the globe. There is no real standing area and Karpathos is well known for strong winds ! In order to guarantee the highest possible success, prepare your fitness and learn how to fly a kite in advance. What you will have learned in Karpathos will allow you to then ride pretty much anywhere else in the world afterwards though, and that’s definitely worth it !!
CERTIFICATIONS OFFERED: VDWS
LANGUAGES: Courses are held by an international team of instructors. German, English, Russian, Italian and Greek on offer.
SPECIAL PACKAGES: Various combos with lessons and rentals. Please contact your Tour Operator for more detailed info.
