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From surfing to coastal hikes: England’s seaside adventures take centre stage

10Oct

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Editor's Pick, Europe, Outdoor & Adventure, Watersports & Surfing

From surfing to coastal hikes: England’s seaside adventures take centre stage

England's coastline offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures, whether that's hiking along dramatic clifftop trails, taking to the water for surfing and paddleboarding, or exploring nature reserves and wildlife-rich landscapes. Now, the VisitEngland tourism organisation is encouraging more people to discover these experiences with the launch of its new “All on England's Coast” campaign, showcasing the variety of activities and attractions available across the country's coastal destinations. The £1.2 million advertising campaign, which launched at the end of September, aims to boost domestic coastal breaks and visitor spending through autumn and into 2027. A particular focus is on active holidays and outdoor exploration, with the campaign highlighting everything from wa...

Event in focus: The Ocean Race Europe 2025

10Jul

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Event in focus: The Ocean Race Europe 2025

The final preparations are taking place ahead of the 2025 edition of The Ocean Race Europe, which will see seven mixed-gender crews made up of sailors from across 13 nations take on the 4,500-nautical mile multi-stage offshore challenge. This year’s edition is built on the foundations of the inaugural race in 2021 and is held under the banner of “Connecting Europe”. Starting in Kiel, Germany on 10 August, the race takes the fleet around Europe, with stops in England, Portugal, Spain, France, and Italy, before the teams arrive in Boka Bay, Montenegro, around 15-16 September and the Final Scoring Race on 20 September. The finish in Montenegro marks the first time in its over 50-year history that crews from The Ocean Race will compete on the Adriatic Sea. All seven teams will compete in...

The Ocean Race 2027 to finish on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia

2Nov

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Events, Middle East & Gulf, Other sports, Watersports & Surfing

The Ocean Race 2027 to finish on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia

AMAALA, a new sport and wellness destination located in the northern part of the Red Sea on the west coast of Saudi Arabia, will host the finish of the 15th edition of The Ocean Race in the summer of 2027. The Ocean Race – the mixed-crewed, offshore sailing race around the world first contested in 1973 – is known as the toughest test of a team in sport and for its award-winning ocean health initiatives. In the build-up to the 2027 race finish, The Ocean Race and Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer of AMAALA and the regenerative project partner of The Ocean Race since 2022, will collaborate on ocean science and ocean health initiatives as well as ocean literacy and education programmes aimed at youth in the region, in line with the UN Ocean Decade Challenge of restoring society’s r...

3Aug

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Destination Guides, Outdoor & Adventure, The Americas, Watersports & Surfing

A guide to diving in Bermuda

Bermuda is a diver's paradise, offering crystal-clear waters and an abundance of marine life that will leave any underwater enthusiast in awe. The island is home to more than 300 shipwrecks, each narrating a tale of maritime history and adventure. The Cristóbal Colón, a Spanish luxury liner sunk in 1936, beckons advanced divers with its expansive wreckage and resident barracudas. This site, resting at depths between 15 to 55 feet, allows for an extensive exploration of the vessel's remains, where schools of fish dart in and out of the twisted metal. Equally captivating is the Hermes, an intentionally sunk US Navy ship that now hosts colourful corals and a variety of fish. This 165-foot-long boat, sitting upright in 80 feet of water, is ideal for both intermediate and advanced divers and is...

Sail Croatia launches new yoga cruises for 2024

6Nov

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Europe, Trips & Experiences, Watersports & Surfing, Wellness & Fitness

Sail Croatia launches new yoga cruises for 2024

Small ship cruising specialist Sail Croatia has launched four new yoga-themed cruises for 2024, combining the best of the Dalmatian coastline with mindful activities designed to invigorate and inspire the body and soul. Highlights of this relaxing cruise will include the opportunity to participate in sunset yoga overlooking Mljet National park and yoga in a vineyard on the Unesco Stari Grad Plain, followed by a traditional dinner and wine tasting. With a certified yoga instructor onboard and plenty of optional activities available, the cruise is designed to leave participants feeling reconnected and relaxed. Starting and ending in the waterfront city of Split, the cruise operates on Almissa, which can accommodate up to 38 guests in air conditioned ensuite cabins and offers a swim...

Laguna Phuket travel guide: water sports, golf and sporting events in southern Thailand

21Aug

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Asia & Oceania, Destination Guides, Golf, Watersports & Surfing

Laguna Phuket travel guide: water sports, golf and sporting events in southern Thailand

The Laguna Phuket destination resort, which is set against the stunning backdrop of the Andaman Sea in southern Thailand, is home to seven world-class hotels and premium facilities spanning more than 1,000 acres of lush parkland and beachfront. With an award-winning 18-hole golf course, luxury spas, dining options, international sporting events, and experiences, Laguna Phuket offers a relaxing island getaway. Situated on 3km of white sands along Bang Tao Beach, Laguna Phuket boasts wide-open, relaxing spaces and is just a 25-minute drive from Phuket International Airport. Thailand’s largest island boasts excellent connectivity across the region and internationally, with direct flights from more than 70 countries. Hotels Cassia Phuket (Image: Laguna Phuket) With more than ...

‘Blue Scotland’ by Mollie Hughes: a sports adventurer’s guide to Scotland’s wild waters

28Sep

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Destination Guides, Europe, Trips & Experiences, Watersports & Surfing

‘Blue Scotland’ by Mollie Hughes: a sports adventurer’s guide to Scotland’s wild waters

In her new book – Blue Scotland: The Ultimate Guide to Exploring Scotland’s Wild Waters – sports adventurer Mollie Hughes picks out her favourite places across Scotland to paddleboard, kayak, swim and surf. Mixing world-class surfing breaks with kayaking adventures on the west coast, and urban paddleboarding along the Clyde with invigorating swims in the lochs of the Cairngorms National Park, the book shows how to access and enjoy these varied blue spaces. Hughes includes her own personal experiences and tips, enabling wild water sports fans of all levels to make the most of the amazing opportunities Scotland has to offer. Here’s her pick of the off-the-beaten track places to visit in Scotland. North Uist, Outer Hebrides “The Island of North Uist in the Outer Heb...