Sailing Vacations

Sailing Vacations

Holidays Afloat: Your Guide To The Best Yachting Vacations

By John Thompson
Yachting vacations used to be the sole preserve of the rich or
famous; the price being unachievable for most people. Prices
have now dropped considerably with the introduction of
chartering and many yacht owners now offer other potential
seafarers the opportunity to ‘rent’ their boat for their dream
vacation.

Yachting means you aren’t confined to any one area, or even any
one island; giving you the opportunity to visit various beaches,
coves and beautiful coastlines on your travels. Alternatively,
you can remain on your boat and watch the sun rises and the sun
set over the clear horizon of the sea. Whether you are looking
for an action packed vacation in the destinations of your dreams
or a tranquil, even romantic getaway for you, your family and
loved ones. The possibilities are endless.

Where you can go on your yachting vacation?

Whether you choose to go bareboat, take a captain, or even an
entire crew there is bound to be a destination to suit you. Many
destinations offer the complete package for your vacation. Spend
a couple of days in a secluded cove, exploring the beaches and
seeing the beautiful plants and wildlife and then the rest of
your vacation in the exotic harbour on the next island.
Everything is possible on a yachting vacation.

Greece

Greece offers a number of popular destinations for mooring your
yacht. Each island offering you a new surf washed beach combined
with traditional Greek villages and exquisite countryside and
mountains. The local restaurants and taverns are friendly and
welcoming offering some fantastic Greek cuisine and drink.

A short distance away from the harbours you will be able to
find a busy and popular nightlife, if required and historical
excavations, museums and hospitable people always more than
willing to idle away the time with you. For those not proficient
in the local language there is no need to worry, a vast majority
of the locals speak very fluent English and are usually only too
happy to put it into practise.

Turkey

The mainland of Turkey offers a combination of quaint and quiet
villages with the occasional large town for stocking up on
provisions and some fantastic sight seeing. The whole country is
awash with ancient ruins from the numerous cultures that have
resided there, giving ruins and buildings to visit suiting
everyone’s needs.

The larger towns have regular bazaars that bring Turkish crafts
both ancient and modern and a sea of many different colours. The
smells, sights and sounds are an experience you will never
forget.

The Turkish people are friendly and outgoing and, while English
is not the predominantly spoken language, the hospitality of the
people means between you there will always be a way around the
language barrier. Again, the local cuisine is exquisite and the
fresh fish is a delicacy that everyone should try at least once
in a lifetime. There are numerous small or large harbours and
even deserted coves where you can moor your yacht.

The Caribbean.

The Caribbean is a very popular destination for many sailors,
and is perfect for a romantic break or a honeymoon. The bright
blue seas and the clear skies make the Caribbean a picture
perfect destination for a tranquil vacation. However, if you are
after something a little more exciting the open seas offer an
abundance of opportunity for scuba diving, snorkelling and water
skiing. There are plenty of beach bars and places to try the
local fish dishes and other cuisine and the weather is almost
always perfect.

Numerous islands offering many beaches and coves means you will
never get bored if you take your next yachting vacation in the
Caribbean.

Why a yacht?

Imagine opening your eyes in the morning, pouring yourself a
coffee and stepping out onto the deck of your yacht; the sun
rising and not a sound to be heard apart from the occasional
drift of the waves and the noise of the wildlife. Yachting
provides one of the most tranquil vacations you can imagine. You
don’t have loud neighbours and there is no danger of getting the
room next to the toilets. Stock your yacht with enough
provisions for the week and you don’t need to see a single
person for your entire vacation.

Even the novices get a chance too; you can charter not only the
vessel but also the crew or just the captain to go with you.
There’s no need to worry about the invasion of privacy, as the
crewmembers are usually very experienced in knowing when to make
themselves scarce or when you may need an explanation of some of
the surrounding beauty and sites.

Whatever you want to do on your vacation, however tranquil or
busy you want to make it, yachting has the answer. It’s a unique
holiday at your pace. And one you’ll always remember.

© 2005 John Thompson
About the Author: John Thompson is webmaster for
http://www.holidays-afloat.biz : an online resource for holidays
on the water.
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