The best kitesurfing lets you experience the thrill of slicing through the water at speed—a buzz like no other. Way more extreme than windsurfing, snowboarding or parasailing, kitesurfing combines all three in one of the most extreme on-water sports you can find, and can be exhilarating to watch. However, it's a sport that does not come cheap—you need kit, and you need to learn. There are a number of good kitesurf schools around the world, and once you are proficient, a wide range of great kitesurfing locations. As an activity holiday, few beat the thrills of kitesurfing.