| Sailing vacations are terrific getaways for | | | | area home. Be on the lookout too for otters, |
| both the novice and the experienced sailor. | | | | bald eagles, seals and porpoises, and the |
| Think about all the open water in the world, | | | | many species of sea birds. |
| and you'll realize how many places there are | | | | |
| to sail. One beautiful and popular | | | | Most sailing vacations offer great |
| destination, is the Pacific Ocean off the | | | | accommodation while you are onboard. This |
| coasts of Washington state and British | | | | sailing vacation in Washington and British |
| Columbia. You can learn to sail among the | | | | Columbia won't disappoint you. One sailing |
| breathtaking San Juan and Gulf Islands. From | | | | ship will accommodate four guests in the two |
| May to October you can learn sailing in these | | | | double guest cabins. You'll enjoy meals |
| waters for about $950. A certified instructor | | | | prepared by an onboard chef when you're not |
| will teach you the fine points of sailing. | | | | stopping at one of the many onshore |
| | | | restaurants. This vacation is great for the |
| The San Juan and Gulf Islands are amazingly | | | | first time sailor who is trying to get his |
| beautiful and the many sheltered coves will | | | | feet wet before traveling to wilder waters |
| greet you with their stunning geography. This | | | | and far away ports. |
| area of the Pacific is often referred to as | | | | |
| the Pacific Northwest's banana belt...and for | | | | If you want foreign waters and more sun, |
| a good reason. The climate is mild and the | | | | consider taking a sailing vacation in the |
| scenery resplendent of a more tropical area | | | | British Virgin Islands, located in the |
| of the world. | | | | Caribbean Ocean. It's a perfect place for a |
| | | | romantic vacation, whether you're a newlywed |
| During your sailing instructional period you | | | | or a couple seeking a memorable getaway. The |
| will have a number of activities to vary your | | | | air is warm from the continually sunny days |
| routine. There are small villages dotting the | | | | and the waters are clear and soothing. You |
| shores. Stop by a local inn for a beer, check | | | | can take a swim followed by a lovely on-deck |
| out some really remote islands, or even enjoy | | | | nap. Your chef will serve you a delectable |
| a massage at an island spa. You may also luck | | | | lunch as well. For the time of your life, |
| out and see Orca whales frolicking in your | | | | take one of these magical sailing vacations |
| vicinity. These beautiful creatures call this | | | | in the British Virgin Islands. |