Sailing in a flotilla is a fantastic way to devote a holiday to the pleasures of cruising in sunny climes, with minimal organisation on your part. Potter between lunch spots, or keep the sails hoisted: You’ve got the freedom to decide how much you want to sail, and how much you want to relax.
Ever sat on the shore on holiday and wondered how that family managed to afford that fancy sailing boat? Chances are, they’ve probably rented it for the week as part of a flotilla holiday.
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In flotilla sailing you get your own boat, but are part of a small fleet. One big misconception about this set-up is that it’s really boring and controlled – people think you’ll follow the lead boat like it’s a mother goose and you’re some helpless gosling. Wrong: on flotilla, you can sail wherever you wish, just as long as you make it to the agreed meeting point by the end of the day. No, flotilla is anything but vanilla. And there’s nothing quite as thrilling as the moment the wind hits and the boat heels towards the water. The lines vibrate, the spray flies in your face, and you’ll bear down on the horizon with your heart racing.
Read on in our flotilla sailing guide for more details.
