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Sail away on a trip like no other - join your skipper on a sailing vacation. Go on a three hour tour, or a weeklong adventure. If you are already trained in sailing, make sure you know the conditions of the destination before heading out, or for newcomers, take a lesson or head out on a sailing cruise - some companies even allow you to sleep on deck beneath the stars.

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Top Destinations for Sailing

Top sailing cities

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    Paris

    The city of lights, the city of love. Paris is known as one of the most romantic destinations in the world, and it is not difficult to see why. It is also known for its famous buildings and works of art, its chic fashion scene and its modern literary, a... read more »

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    Marseille

    Known for its beaches, its 35 miles of gorgeous coastline, and its superb bouillabaisse, Marseille is the oldest city in France. The city is a showpiece: a medley of brilliant white stone rising above a picture perfect seaport framed by enormous neo-Byz... read more »

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    Juan-les-Pins

    The exciting city of Juan Les Pin on the Cote d’Azur, which is part of the Ligurian Sea, is famous for its annual Jazz festival in July. It is a great vacation spot for tourists due to its casino, nightclubs, and beautiful sandy beaches. There are also... read more »

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    Calais

    One of the main ports between France and England, Calais is a sight of historical significance and classic charm. Millions travel in and around Calais every year, and many find it to be a pleasing city in itself. read more »

Top Five Sailing Trip Blogs

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    First Weekend! | Jan 12 07'

    by Twizzzler17 a real traveler from Devon, on vacation in Paris

        Friday night I ate dinner with my host parents, their daughter Charlotte and her boyfriend, their son Gregoire and his girl... Continue reading »

  • Sarah Farrelly

    Got a job...Bonjour France | May 07 07'

    by Sarah Farrelly a 25 year old female from Auckland, on vacation in France

    Well ended up getting a job on the boat 'Willpower' which i had done day work on. Left Barcelona at 6am for Cannes, France in a 12hour crossing! Pa... Continue reading »

  • Eric_tectonique

    Rêve de mer | Feb 12 07'

    by Eric_tectonique a 25 year old male from Montreal, on vacation in Marseille

    "De la ville à la mer"

    Après avoir eu la veille une relation bétonière des plus platonique où il n'y a pas réellement eu de port à faux ni de raz de marée, à la sortie de... Continue reading »

  • Rick and Kyra

    Le Rade d'Agay & Juan-les-Pins | Jun 23 06'

    by Rick and Kyra a 36 year old female traveling as a couple from Victoria, on vacation in Juan-les-Pins

    "the sunset was the entertainment and the waves rocked us to sleep"

    Kyra:So here we were, our last morning in St Tropez... Market day!!  We took off to brave the hordes and enjoyed walking through the stands of... Continue reading »

  • Natalie_Fraley

    Calais, France | Nov 17 06'

    by Natalie_Fraley a 26 year old female from Cairns, on vacation in Calais

    18/11/06 Today Karissa & I were off to meet the rest of our tour group that we will be travelling with for the next 8 days.  We started wi... Continue reading »

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