The twenty-twenties have been a pretty tumultuous affair thus far, and that’s something of an understatement.
Defined by global instability, a pandemic, and now a cost of living crisis, it’s only natural to want to leave the dry land behind in search of that sense of escape. Indeed, if ever you deserved a holiday, it’s now.
When booking our summer holidays, we’re all after something unique and unforgettable, and not in reasons related to how long we queued at the airport or which airline lost our luggage!
There are memories that need to be made, helping to keep us going through the cold winter months and the daily grind of work and worry. If that sounds like your kind of thing, and to avoid those cursed airports altogether, then a yachting holiday could be right up your shipping channel.
Individual and invigorating excursions it is, and with that in mind, here are 6 reasons you need to go on a yachting holiday this summer.
The Freedom Of The Open Seas
Instead of being stuck in one resort with the odd excursion to provide interest, yachting holidays give you complete freedom to roam where you want and stay as long as the fancy takes you. Depending on the nautical miles and your chosen destination, you might prefer to travel around one coastline, or island hop to see and experience much more.
Groups of friends can moor near to resorts to take advantage of the lively nightlife, couples can find their own private paradise and families might prefer secluded coves away from the noise. Every day brings new views, grooves and moves…
Amazing Destinations
If you’re tired of the same old vacation spots, then yachting is perfect for you. With a yacht, you can explore new and amazing destinations that you never would have thought possible. You’ll get to sail to beautiful places and experience different cultures, all while enjoying gorgeous vistas of open seas, approaching coastlines and the rest.
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to visit remote islands and experience nature like never before. Imagine being on a premium yacht charter in Croatia, sailing around the stunning Adriatic Sea. Or what about chartering a yacht in Greece and sailing to the beautiful Greek Islands? Or, even better, a Punta Cana yacht charter under Caribbean skies… The possibilities are endless when you go yachting!
Read: 5 of the best destinations in Europe for an unforgettable yachting experience
A Surprising Versatility
Are you an adrenaline junkie? Or, are you looking for a more relaxed vacation? Either way, yachting is perfect for you. With yachting, you can have the best of both worlds.
No other holiday offers the sheer scope of diverse activities. If you’re the active type, there’s always something to be done on and over board like water sports, swimming, snorkeling and fishing.
If your idea of a perfect holiday is to chill out under the sun with the lapping sea as soundtrack, what could be more perfect than reading a book or admiring the sunset with a glass of wine in hand? When dry land calls you, you can use the boat as a convenient base to go sightseeing and visit nearby places of local beauty. The choice is in your hands – just remember to keep them on the helm, too.
Privacy & Comfort
As you effectively take your accommodation and transport with you, there’s no need to battle your way through the crowds on coach tours or jostle for position on public transport to explore further afield. There is little chance of being bothered – or bothering – neighbouring hotel guests with noise since you can moor wherever you want. As they rarely – but should – say, what goes on out on the waves stays there. This gives you the chance to really relax and concentrate on spending quality time with your loved ones.
A Value For Money Holiday
Yachting holidays have the somewhat unfair reputation for being exorbitantly expensive, given the glamorous treatment by superyacht-hopping billionaires on Succession. But if you compare the prices of boat hire and an all-inclusive hotel, you’ll find there’s very little difference when you add everything up.
The well-equipped galley means you can do as much cooking as you’d like, while stopping at places which are less frequented by tourists to grant the opportunity to taste authentic and reasonably-priced local specialities. As for day-trips, your holiday is one endless rendezvous into the exciting unknown. How’s that for value for money?
Leave Your Worries On Shore
Most stresses and strains exist in the office, on the work email and along the daily commute; of that there’s no doubt. Taking to the open sea brings you far away from the walls, desks and wifi which require you to be in ‘always on’ mode. When dry land is but a distant memory, you’ll find a sense of freedom rarely felt on terra firma. And that’s what a great holiday is all about, right?