If the idea of becoming a day skipper floats your boat, then an RYA accredited course might interest you. Ideally you’d have at least some experience of yachting, and be familiar with basic navigation. You’ll need to do a bit of theory to start off with, which gives you a great introduction to what you’ll need to know out on the water.

However if you’re looking for something a bit more wintry, cheap all inclusive skiing holidays might be more suitable. If you go for this option over booking your own bits and pieces, you’ll get flights, transfers, accommodation, lift passes and equipment hire all included, and you can get some real bargains on the internet. This really takes the headache out of booking your skiing holiday, and you usually get a company rep that can give you valuable local knowledge such as the best places for the all-important après-ski. Fantastic food, great skiing and beautiful scenery makes this a great option for you and your family or friends. With many destinations all over and booking well enough in advance, you can get a real deal for your next holiday.

Becoming a day skipper might sound daunting to some, but you’ll get to experience some beautiful places at the same time such as the North Aegean Sea or the Lycian Coast. There are plenty of destinations to choose from, and once you’re experienced you needn’t sail constantly. You could grab yourself a snorkel and mask and go swimming to check out life under the sea, or if you prefer a more chilled trip you can relax on the deck with a refreshing drink in the sun. Once you’ve got a bit of experience under your belt, you and your