The clock is ticking and it's time to think about booking for the next summer vacation! For many of us, the summer season is synonymous with time spent by the sea. What if we opted for a different kind of vacation, by embarking on a boat for a dream week with family or friends? Motorboat, catamaran, sailboat, to handle alone or accompanied by a skipper, the sea is a nice playground for sun lovers and explorers fond of discoveries. Here are 5 good reasons to book a boat this summer and enjoy an unforgettable cruise!
1- Boat rental: accommodation and transportation included in the price
When you take a closer look, the cost of renting a motorboat, a sailboat or even a catamaran is similar, and sometimes even less expensive than a stay that includes hotel, car rental and activities on site. For a vacation with friends, a boat rental for a week can accommodate from 4 to 12 people, depending on the model, and the price per person can be really advantageous for this memorable experience.
The boat rental is convenient in the sense that you only pay once for a service that includes accommodation and transportation. Let's take the example of a vacation in the Cyclades. While you usually want to visit several islands, you have to book not only the ferry crossings, but also the nights in different hotels. Renting a boat in Greece allows you to put your bags in a sailing boat or catamaran that will serve as accommodation. The boats have several cabins to spend the night, but also a kitchen to prepare meals. Forget about renting a ferry, the boat allows you to move from island to island and to enjoy the best anchorages!
2- A permanent connection with nature
In the summer, the coastlines are crowded, whether you decide to go to destinations like the south of France, Greece or Croatia. The crowds are dense and the feeling of rest is not always there, although we look forward to this period to relax and recharge our batteries. With a boat rental, you can enjoy a quieter place to spend your vacations: the open sea. Far from the crowds, it is easier to reach places where calm reigns and where the only watchword is relaxation, on a sunbathing deck at the front of a catamaran for example. Goodbye crowded beaches, hello anchorages and isolated coves far from view to go swimming, paddle or snorkeling and observe marine animals (dolphins, turtles, fish, rays, etc.). The connection with nature is total! And then, in the evening, renting a sailboat allows you to watch the magnificent sunset show on board a spacious and comfortable boat.
3- No nautical experience required, possibility to be accompanied by a skipper
Some might wonder how to sail a boat without any previous experience? You should know that boat rental is not reserved for experienced sailors or professional navigators. It is now possible to rent a boat with a skipper to embark on a cruise with peace of mind. Together, you define the itinerary and the skipper takes care of the navigation. All you have to do is let yourself be carried by the waves! Are you planning to rent a boat in Corsica? The guide, for whom navigation techniques hold no secrets, is available to take families or groups of friends to the places of their choice. He does not fail to advise the travelers on board on the best spots to reach for a swim, a diving session or to take pictures! Vacations that are accessible to all: as a duo, with friends or with family, you will surely find the boat of your dreams.
4- Boat rental, a total disconnection
Going for a cruise on a sailboat, a motorboat or renting a catamaran for several days is an excellent way to disconnect from everyday life. You can admire the land and the activity on the coastline from the sea. You can also learn to distinguish the cities and their monuments. An itinerant trip that allows you to enjoy different landscapes every day, and to sail from island to island. An excellent way to escape the daily routine, to change your habits and to slow down time as you sail along. You have nothing else to do but enjoy sweet moments with your loved ones.
5- Renting a boat allows you to practice many nautical activities
Vacations by the sea, and even on the water, allow you to practice water sports activities during which you can spend as much time as possible. Would you like to discover some of the most beautiful Croatian islands during your summer vacation? Depending on the model, renting a boat in Croatia allows you to bring on board paddles, kayaks or even snorkeling and diving equipment. This equipment is usually offered as an option. For vacationers on board, it is the assurance of being able to indulge in their favorite leisure activities in the places of their choice, without having to rush and queue at the service providers.
