Buffeted almost continuously by whistling trade winds, the tiny island of Aruba is a boardhead's paradise — it's every bit as good a place for boardsailing as Maui or the Columbia River Gorge. Factor in the sugar-sand beaches, flat waters that hover round 75 degrees throughout the year, a good number of reputable windsurfing shops and schools, and a wide array of diversions away from the beach and you have a memorable Caribbean experience. The top spots? Fisherman's Hut and Arashi. For the hardcore windsurfer, June is undoubtedly the time to go — the winter crowds have abated, the winds are rippin', and each year the Hi-Winds Pro-Am Windsurfing Contest brings in the world's best speed-sailors.

Trip Facts
Difficulty rating: Moderate to Hardcore
When to go: Year-round

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Get away to the Caribbean — today! Best of the U.S. Virgin Islands - Grab a paddle or don a wet suit — the USVIs serve up gallons of adventure. Sail the British Virgin Islands - Sunny islands, hidden coves, and quiet beaches. On the Water in St. Vincent's - Kick back and enjoy the calm, blue water.

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