Tarifa Beach

Tarifa

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June 30th 2005
W3rd, we are at Tarifa. It is a huge, nice, sandy beach where wind constantly blows across, strong wind too. This beach is the kitesurfing capital of the world. Naturally, I(Nick) had to try it. It has been really fun so far, i took lessons, and made it to level two yesturday. Therefore today i get to rent my own kite and board and go kitesurfing! Yesturday i was able to get up and control t ... read more

Europe » Spain

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Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in ... ... read more