Edward Hodson
Google
My trip to ProKite Alby in Lo Stagnone is the fourth kiting destination that I’ve been to (previously Tarifa, El Gouna and El Medano). In terms of kiting, this is the best location by far for me as a beginner. I was able to make huge strides forwards in my kiting journey because of the flat water, decent wind (typically 13 to 16 knots) and exceptionally good tuition.
My kiting instructor was Anna. I cannot thank her enough. She is patient, highly encouraging, very professional, super caring and keen to see you progress! With the combination of Anna and this location, progress for anyone is almost certainly going to be very very good.
Overall I was really happy with the resort. All staff, from reception, to the cleaners, to the breakfast staff, etc were all lovely. They were all friendly and welcoming.
The beds were comfortable. I was very impressed with the every day cleaning of our room (which was done to a very high standard). The rooms are well maintained and the wifi was good throughout my stay. The only negative is that sound does travel through the solid walls more than I expected, but the only sounds I was hearing was the running of showers/flushing of toilets. You get used to it and it’s not loud - just more than I expected to hear. Also the bathroom could be improved with a shelf to put items, but this is a minor detail. The bathroom and room was spacious and the setting was nice with a small garden, table and chairs to the front, which is very appreciated as a place to dry swimming shorts and kiting gear. Breakfast at the resort was well worth it too. They provide a really nice selection of food, all presented very well with a fantastic setting to sit and eat. Very relaxing, with lots of nice people around.
The location is rural with a great rustic feel to the area - a great charm. It’s totally possible to visit without a car and to get everything you need within walking distance, and to have enough of a selection of places to eat/drink/enjoy evenings. However, I think it’s best with a car as there are plenty of tourist places to visit a little further away (typically a max of 45 min away) and it can be nice to expand the area that you explore in the evenings for places to eat. There are so many in the area and a car helps you to get there easily.
Overall, I would definitely stay here again, I’d definitely kite here again and I’d definitely have Anna as my instructor again. A truly brilliant kiting holiday :)