Sailing Holidays

A sailing holiday or a few sailing outings dispersed throughout a holiday can turn an average summer holiday into a magical event for the whole family. While admittedly, the cost of a yacht cruising holiday in the Caribbean might be prohibitive for most, there are lots of other places you can go that don't break the bank. It can also be a good way to introduce members of your family to the joy of sailing. There's nothing like good wind conditions, warm waters and a relaxing evening afterwards to really plant the 'sailing bug' with the rest of your family. Explore sailing holiday options with Neilson

We've outlined below a few suggestions, just to give you some ideas:

 

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A glamorous yachting adventure: There are so many options to choose here. The Caribbean is a well established dream for many of us, with names like Antigua, Guadeloupe and St Vincent, immediately creating an idyllic picture of turquoise blue waters and white sandy beaches. For alternative destinations outside the Caribbean there's also the Seychelles, Thailand and Malaysia. Sunsail offer a wide range of these trips and are a good place for you to start your holiday research.

 

Yacht in Med

A Mediterranean water sports adventure holiday: Probably the perfect option to get the kids into sailing and other water sports. They can be taught by experienced instructors in a fun atmosphere, leaving you free to trial different boats and equipment that you wouldn't normally dare in cold British Waters. Take a look at some of the options offered by: Mark Warner

 

 

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Kids adventure holidays: If you want a holiday to exhaust the kids, then there are numerous adventure holiday companies offering full packages where your kids can trial a wide range of activities including; sailing, canoeing, rock climbing, archery, kayaking and much more. Have a look at PGL for some options.

 

 

 

Sailing boat on Norfolk Broads

A relaxed cruise: Are you looking for a relaxed cruise, somewhere closer to home? How about hiring a canal boat or cruiser? The UK is packed with canals, broads, lakes and lochs that can be explored with a charter boat. Searching for some inspiration? Take a look at: Blakes

 

 

 

 

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DIY: Our final suggestion is Do It Yourself. Perhaps you are going camping or staying in a B&B somewhere in the UK or Europe. The chances are that if there's a substantial bit of water near where you're staying, that there will be somewhere you can hire, borrow or beg a boat from. Make sure you do your research in advance so you're not disappointed when you are arrive and find the hire centre closed and be sure you sail safe!

 

Explore sailing holiday options with Neilson