Windsurfing in St. Martin and St. Maarten

The best windsurfing is on Galion Bay on the French side. From November to May, trade winds can average 15 knots.

French Side

Wind Adventures. Wind Adventures offers rentals and lessons in both windsurfing and kitesurfing. One-hour lessons are about €40. The company offers a fun vacation package that works out to a terrific deal: two hours of activities each day for five days for €199. Northern beach entrance, Baie Orientale, 97150. 590/29-41-57. www.wind-adventures.com.

Windy Reef. Windy Reef has offered windsurfing lessons and rentals since 1991. Galion Beach, past Butterfly Farm, 97150. 690/34-21-85. www.windyreef.com.