Sustainable Sailing | Your Luxurious Escape

Embrace the power of the wind and charter a yacht today. Choose sustainability and ease for your next holiday. Here are the best places for you to go sailing this summer.

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WHY SAILING?

Sailing holidays offer a unique combination of luxury and sustainability, perfect for eco-conscious travellers seeking an upscale experience. These holidays have a low environmental impact, relying on wind power and so reducing your carbon emissions.

A sailing holiday brings you closer to nature, offering chances to see marine life and habitats inaccessible on foot. You can choose between swimming, snorkelling, sailing or soaking up the sun whilst reading a book. Hidden coves only accessible by boat can become your private swimming pool and you can visit small coastal communities, avoiding crowded tourist hotspots and supporting local businesses.

On a sailing holiday, all of this is possible whilst maintaining the highest levels of luxury. Hiring a skipper and chartering a private boat lets you customise your journey and explore at your own pace. Sailing holidays seamlessly blend luxury and sustainability, offering an exclusive and eco-friendly travel experience.

Sailing Clear Waters — ©Hugh Whyte via Unsplash

WHERE TO GO

There is no shortage of choice for crystal clear waters and stunning coastlines. For an unforgettable sailing holiday, consider these top three destinations.

CROATIA

The Dalmatian Coast boasts historic cities, clear waters and a vibrant local culture. There are over 1000 islands each offering a unique experience. Sailors will discover numerous secluded bays and coves making it the perfect destination for adventure and relaxation.

BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS (BVI)

The BVIs are a sailor’s paradise. Explore these Caribbean islands known for their dreamy beaches and magical marine life. The sheltered waters between the islands make for ideal sailing conditions and there is an abundance of places to stop and explore. Popular islands include Tortola and Virgin Gorda.

THE BAHAMAS

Between Florida and Cuba, The Bahamas consists of over 700 islands that will blow your mind. Known for its turquoise waters and white sandy beaches, the Bahamas offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Home to the third-largest barrier reef in the world, this destination is the perfect snorkelling experience. Expect sea turtles, colourful corals, stingrays and more. Many of these areas are protected areas so The Bahamas is perfect for those interested in sustainable marine practices.

Sailing Boat — ©Andrii Denysenko via Unsplash

Sailing in Tropical Waters — ©Oliver Sjostrom via Unsplash

HOW TO PLAN

First you need to choose where you want to explore. Then you need to decide whether you want an independent voyage or if you want the help of a skipper and crew. Here are some companies that specialise in sailing yachts all over the world.

Dream Yacht Charter is known for its eco-friendly approach and abundance of options. They offer a discount if you choose a sailing holiday with friends, with a skipper and hosts included, so you can sit back and enjoy with your friends.

Other companies including The Moorings and Y.CO offer a range of luxury yachts including sailing yachts. The Moorings even have a blog with tips for your ideal sailing holiday including how to make your trip more eco-friendly.

These companies provide a blend of luxury and sustainability, ensuring that your holiday is both indulgent and environmentally responsible.

GENTLE REMINDERS

There are many steps you can take to increase the eco-friendliness of your holiday. Start by taking a train, if possible, to your destination to reduce your carbon footprint. While on the boat, minimise waste and dispose of it properly – never throw anything overboard. This also applies when you visit coves and places on land. Leave only footprints and take all trash with you. If you go snorkelling, remember to be respectful of marine life- don’t take anything from the ocean, always respect the animals and use reef-safe sunscreen to protect the corals from chemicals. By adopting these easy practices, you help preserve the beauty and health of the marine and coastal environments you visit.