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Join a sailing adventure on a Tall Ship and set course for new horizons!

Harlingen (NL) - Weymouth (GB)

05 August - 11 August 2018

6 days, Atyla

From € 455,-

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Sail Training

trainee: € 455,-
passenger: € 828,-

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Atyla:
Harlingen (NL) - Weymouth (GB)

05 August - 11 August 2018

Start your voyage with fanfare during the Parade of Sail in Harlingen! You will leave the town with dozens of other vessels, among thousands of spectators on land. This is a very uniqe and memorable experience. Soon you’ll be setting course for southern England. Sailing in the English Channel you will learn about the right of way, setting and trimming the sails, steering, tying knots and more! You will also take part in Atyla’s coaching sessions. The trip will end in Weymouth, on the iconic Jurassic Coast of South England. This short but affordable trip is perfect for everyone who only has a little bit of time – or for those who want to try out Sail Training without committing to a full ocean crossing! Open for all Windseekers, minimum age 15 years.

Ports

Harlingen is a historic trade and fishing port in Friesland, the Netherlands, with roots going back over a thousand years. Its charming old town features well-preserved streets and buildings, perfect for exploring on foot. Despite its small size, Harlingen has a lively atmosphere and was a proud port of call for the Tall Ships Races in 2022. With its gezellig pubs and welcoming vibe, Harlingen is an ideal stopover for any traveler.

Weymouth is a state-of-the-art centre for water sports, and played host to the sailing regattas of the 2012 Olympic games. The town is a popular seaside spot with a nice beach, even though some of it is rather kitschy. Weymouth has just about the sunniest climate of the United Kingdom, further contributing to the town’s holiday feel. Weymouth is great for windsurfing, kitesurfing, diving and sailing. If you want to stretch your legs, the surrounding countryside offers many options for a hike.

  • Harlingen (NL)

  • Weymouth (GB)

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Key points

  • Dates: 5 August 2018 - 11 August 2018
  • Embarkation: 16:00 / Disembarkation: 11:00
  • For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 15 years
  • Windseekers joining: maximum 18
  • No sailing experience required!
  • Official language on board: English and Spanish
  • Price includes: accommodation and meals, excludes drinks at the bar
  • Price excludes transportation costs to-and from the ports. Our travel counsellor can advise you and book your transfers
  • Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
  • Need to take with you on board: towels
  • "At first I didn't know what to expect and I felt kind of insecure, but the crew was really amazing and I had an unforgettable journey."

    Finn (15), Belgium

You sail on the Atyla

Atyla
Shipping type: Schooner
Homeport: Bilbao (ES)
Date built: 1980-1984
Trainees: 15
Length: 31.3m
Height of mast: 25 m
Sail: 400m2

The Atyla is a true Spanish ship! She boasts the magnificent-looking, hand carved wooden elements, with the great entourage. To relax, enjoy the leather seating in the saloon where you can listen to the crew's stories from far-away seas. In …

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Windseeker logs

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    Absolutely Awesome Day

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    Southern Atlantic Ocean

    – by Annie van Haaren

    Today was absolutely awesome. Waking from a good 7 hour sleep to breakfast, first time in 5 days as I had been sleeping right through it when on the dog watch. We had watch from 8 am till 12 midday. …

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    Today was the day that my adventure started: I would depart from Brest France to Langesund Norway on a 12 day long sailing voyage. I met different people from various nationalities, with whom we would create beautiful friendships.

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