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Float Along on a Flotilla – A Perfect Family Holiday

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Want a holiday where you can sail the seas without any hassle, you’ll find exactly that on a flotilla. Tour a destination on one of these entertaining and exciting expeditions. You can take in various sites; wander along the seas of a beautiful destination while being the captain of your own ship. You don’t have to feel sped up or restricted by a cruise ship tour. On your own yacht adventure you can go at your own pace, and follow a group of sailors on a guided route, so that you can sale the waves without a worry in the world.

So what are some of the benefits of going on a flotilla as opposed to any normal boating holiday? Here are some things to consider.

Anybody can do it

It doesn’t matter if you know the ins and outs of sailing and can brave the seas on your own, or if you’ve never set sail before and you’re an amateur at this sort of adventure, it’s something that anyone can take part in no matter your skills.

You can get the help needed during the journey if you feel a little bit uneasy along the way. If you’re a pro, you can have as much independence as you would like during the trip, so that you don’t feel the boundaries of other cruising trips, or group voyages.

Everything you need is provided

Sometimes one of the main setbacks to going on a sailing trip is that you haven’t got all the necessities you need to set sail. With a flotilla, you’ll be provided with all the things you need, so that you can sally along without any hassle or hindrances.

Need a yacht? Well, a fully equipped one is always provided on these. You’ll have all that you require for the journey, with the yachts on a flotilla, there’s all the safety, navigation and equipment on board. You’ll have all the necessary training needed to commence confidently. Don’t worry, these trips also ensure that the yacht you’re given is easy to handle so that you won’t be drifting about disastrously.

Don’t fear the possibility of running out of gas when you set sail, the yachts have their engines filled, and are filled with water, to keep them going for a while. You can coast and it won’t cost you your time with an engine that turns off spontaneously because it’s low in fuel.

With a day’s itinerary provided for the period of travelling, you don’t have to feel lost at sea. The whole journey is planned out for you, so you can follow a structured plan but at the same time not be pestered to pick up the pace.

You don’t have to travel in the most shabby looking sail boat, with flotillas, you can choose from a wide selection of yachts that suit your taste, and that you’d actually like to be seen in. Get one that provides seating and tables inside so you can float along in a leisurely way. Have a shower on deck: these yachts include this too, so you can feel refreshed and well pampered every step of the way. It’s all about traveling in comfort and with class.

Fun for all the family

Want a trip that is different but that everybody in your family can enjoy? You can get that with a flotilla. Bring everyone along for the ride whether young or old, and watch all alike smile from ear to ear as they sail along and see all the beautiful sites a flotilla holiday can provide. It’s a perfect family beach holiday.

Your kids don’t have to feel alone on the trip either, with a flotilla there’s plenty of other travellers involved, and a fleet of yachts where your kids can make some friendships. Let them spread their social wings and enjoy the company of meeting up with other children. Feel the joys that come with any other holiday, when you meet great people, but even more, you get to go on an exciting expedition with them.

There’s a host of social events and activities that take place on a flotilla too. You can keep the whole family entertained with one of the many past times that are provided on a pleasurable holiday. Fancy a fun regatta at the end of an amusing adventure at sea? Get your competitive heads on a challenge your flotilla companions to a race.

Why not get involved in some of activities when you come off board and behold the varying beach clubs. Downgrade to a dinghy for a short period but don’t feel the loss, with all the enjoyment you can have on one of them: these inflatable rubber boats can have you making some magical family memories together. Or have a go at windsurfing and feel the freedom of wind whooshing through your hair while the sun kisses your skin.

You also have the luxurious option of stopping off somewhere; at a beach hotel, and being pampered for a night or two to set you up for your next few days of yachting. Have a few cheeky cocktails and recline alongside a plush pool and chill.

Wherever, Whenever and whatever

Your choice of location for this sort of tremendous trip is endless. Pick wherever it is you want to go, whatever month you want to go in, and then pack your bags and go. This isn’t a journey that happens just once a year but you can search for a date that suits you and your whole family. Whether school holiday, summer break, or a winter cruise, go at a time that’s right for you.

Do it in the time scale that you desire too. You don’t have to be on a flotilla for a full week. If you would just like a few days, you can have it your way.

Whether gallivanting in Greece, and taking in all the glories it displays, or trekking along the seas of Turkey, wherever your journey takes you, you can make the most of it and soak up the beauties of these destinations while meandering along the marine.

Take a break from the beach and go on an adventure holiday

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There’s something that everyone loves about a holiday where you can just lounge around on spotless sandy beaches, and let your toes touch crystal clear seas, but with an activity holiday you can take the magical moments of holidaying to a whole new level. An active holiday offers adventure that all the family will cherish forever. You can take on some pleasant pursuits that are both rousing and rewarding, the list is endless when it comes to the different ventures you can get up to. Why be stuck behind a book, when you could be paddle boarding? Why spend time behind a screen when you could be surfing? Don’t merely enjoy your holidays, prize it as one of the best experiences you’ve ever had.  Here are some benefits of a family activity holiday.

Fun for All

It doesn’t matter about your age or abilities; there are activities to suit all kinds of families. An active holiday enables you to challenge yourself, but still have something that caters to all your needs. Don’t let inhibitions hinder you, be driven to do the daring yet thrilling. These types of holidays will leave anyone bragging to their loved ones back home about what they’ve achieved. Whatever exploits you’re involved in during your holiday, you’ll be left grinning from ear to ear when you realise what you’ve accomplished.

You don’t have to possess any special skills to partake in these adventures. You don’t have to be an Olympic gold medallist to make the most of the many manoeuvres. Take on an activity that meets you where you are, with all the skills and stamina that you currently have. Don’t let your holiday be a drooling experience or drudgery, but simply a delight. There’s a difference between a bit of a challenge and just plain chaos.

A Range of Really Good Activities

You don’t have to limit your choices of what to do. With a laid back holiday there may only be a certain amount of things you can do, maybe go to a restaurant, enjoy a spa, or take a stroll on the beach. The list is endless when it comes to an activity holiday. You could take up a different recreation every day, or spend a full week perfecting one. There are entertaining enterprises on every corner when you go with the active holiday option.

Your stories of surfing will far outweigh those of the sun-loungers. Brave the mountains on a bike ride or cook up some s’mores around a camp fire. Cruise the rivers in a cleverly constructed canoe, or awaken wonder when searching for an array of wildlife. Don’t let a second go to waste but throw yourself into all of your holiday and make sure you make the most of it with all the quality quests.

Celebrate the Contrast in Cultures

With an activity holiday, you don’t have to stay huddled in the tourist areas but you can venture into areas that give you more of an awareness of the varying cultures. You can take a step into these societies and cherish them for what they really are: beautiful.

Become acquainted with the cuisines of Nepal by cooking with the locals of Kathmandu. Or get a taste for their renowned rituals by beholding their sacred cows. Pick up a pleasant practice of Portugal by trying out traditional basket weaving.  Become acquainted with the humble abodes of Thailand by staying at a hill tribe home stay or floating raft house, or sallying along on one of Sweden’s snowmobiles. With an active holiday you get a tangible taste of cultures in ways that may have never been possible before.

By taking in more of the sites of these cultures you get to view these countries from a whole new perspective. Feel as though you’ve explored every nook and cranny of these tremendous destinations that are so often missed out on.

Revitalising

It’s not just the so called relaxing and restful holidays that leave you rejuvenated but the active ones do too, in a whole different way. There’s nothing like that feeling of satisfaction after a day’s work, or ticking something spectacular off your bucket list. You can go home with an exhale, as well as a big pat on the back.

Active holidays are also known to be good for your health and wellbeing, so you can keep fit as well as fascinated. Have your body and mind engaged on this type of holiday and feel all the better for it. Its apparent that some doctors have park prescriptions for people with health issues ranging from heart disease to attention deficit disorder, but image how much more beneficial an active holiday will have on these health issues.

What can be more fulfilling than leaving at the end of your trip with a boost of confidence?  Walking onto the plane with your head held high knowing that you’ve achieved things you never dreamt you do. Be revitalised as well as rewarded.

Magic Memories

You don’t want to spend your family holiday hidden behind a book or a screen. An active holiday lets you spend time with your family in ways you may have never done before. Store up sentimental stories of Husky dog-sledging, or treks up Mount Etna.  Cry with laughter at flashbacks of a failed attempt at rock-climbing; when you tried to overcome your fear of heights. These will be times that you treasure with your loved ones for a lifetime.

Form Friendships

When on a relaxing holiday it’s very easy to avoid everyone that’s around, but an active holiday encourages you to engage with your fellow travellers in an interesting and fun way. When you take on tremendous tasks with someone, it’s almost impossible to not get talking. Remember and reminisce on a centre-based farmhouse holiday where you got to take part in some fascinating activities with some fantastic people. Or recollect those conversations you were engaged in along waterfall walks. Feel as if you’re taking on the world in a team.

It’s even more of a pleasure to know that your children have made pals in the safety of the centre where you’re based. Some of the most best revered  childhood memories are when they look back on a well enjoyed, fun-filled, friendship packed, exhilarating, and active, holiday.

Parents’ guide for going on vacation with toddlers

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Everyone needs a good vacation, even, and sometimes especially, parents. However, if you’ve got a constantly growing toddler at your side, then the idea of an enjoyable getaway may appear farfetched. Luckily, a worthwhile vacation, toddlers included, is more than possible when you’re prepared. The right knowledge and the right tools are all you need to ensure that your family takes a trip worth remembering. Read on to find out how you can best prepare for your first vacation with your tot.

Troubles when taking your toddler on vacation

Thinking about taking your toddler along for an upcoming vacation can be a bit overwhelming for many reasons. Most parents share the same fears when considering doing so, such as wild tantrums. Nobody wants to be the parents with the uncontrollable toddler while everyone is on the beach catching a tan nor the parents who are unsuccessfully chasing their incredibly energetic three-year-old around the peaceful gardens. Worse, it is scary to imagine having to leave a highly anticipated event or missing out on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity on your getaway because your toddler couldn’t pay attention or simply didn’t find interest in it.

The easiest way to avoid each of these unfortunate possibilities, and many others, on your vacation is to consider the entire family in every plan that you make. Every restaurant that you choose, every sight that you want to see and everything in between should be determined under the premise that everyone should be satisfied. If you and your spouse would love to go to the authentic Thai spot, but your children don’t like spicy food, then this wouldn’t be the best choice because the conflict of interests wouldn’t allow any of the family the best experience. To guarantee that everyone has an enjoyable, memorable vacation, as they should, make sure to seek out kid-friendly environments and activities that the entire family can enjoy – some of which you’ll read more about later.

Awesome travel accessories

On any trip, packing smart is very important. Bringing or preparing to purchase the proper tools on your vacation will ensure that there are no problems or unanticipated obstacles. Some items can be purchased at resorts, travel markets or other locations during your getaway. These items include large tote bags and multi-purpose bags, which can be found here and there in most stores or even online if necessary. Toddler backpacks, diaper bags and the like are incredibly helpful to parents on vacation, as they give you the flexibility of carrying everything that you need in one place, and they typically come in a variety of styles. Other items that can be found at your vacation site and are useful to have on hand include first-aid kits, travel cameras and sunscreen.

Other necessities are more likely to be purchased ahead of your departure. For example, it would be a good idea to invest in a reliable stroller before your vacation so that you know if it’s up to the challenge of the trip. Make sure that it isn’t too heavy, is easy to condense and bring on the go and has sturdy wheels and belts. Additional items that you may want to bring along include toys and books for toddlers’ entertainment, car seats and disposable dishware such as sippy cups.

Family-friendly fun

One of the most worrisome things about bringing toddlers along for the family vacation is the idea that you’ll have to constantly attend to them. This is a normal fear; however, it can be easily resolved. By following the tips below, you can create a fun, welcoming environment suitable for the entire family’s relaxation and enjoyment.

Family-friendly activities such as scavenger hunts, tours and festivals are very entertaining for children. You certainly don’t want to bring toddlers somewhere where they feel like they’re the odd ones out, and environments with other children will make things more enjoyable and comfortable for them. Furthermore, it is crucial to research the family-friendly attractions within your destination. Art galleries and museums, national or amusement parks, landmarks and the like are perfect for families and children to explore.

Vacations are meant to be relaxing, fun and full of great experiences for everyone involved. Because it is easier for adults to control their own activities, it is your responsibility to do the same for your toddlers. Make sure that they feel like they’re a part of the vacation by focusing on activities and locations that the entire family can appreciate. Now that you’ve got it all figured out, stop thinking and start relaxing!