{"id":18183,"date":"2014-06-29T23:13:00","date_gmt":"2014-06-29T23:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/g-adventures-expands-sailing-line-up\/"},"modified":"2014-06-29T23:13:00","modified_gmt":"2014-06-29T23:13:00","slug":"g-adventures-expands-sailing-line-up","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/2014\/06\/g-adventures-expands-sailing-line-up\/","title":{"rendered":"G Adventures Expands Sailing Line-up"},"content":{"rendered":"
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New destinations include Turkey, British Virgin Islands and Cuba<\/b><\/p>\n

G Adventures, the world\u2019s largest adventure tour company, has today announced it will be expanding its sailing itineraries in 2014\/15 to include Turkey, British Virgin Islands and Cuba. The growth in sailing itineraries comes after the success of G Adventures\u2019 previous sailing programs which have experienced extraordinary demand. <\/p>\n

G Adventures\u2019 sailing trips are among the itineraries that receive the highest number of repeat travellers and since 2004, the adventure tour company\u2019s sailing program has quadrupled in size, now with several itineraries in six countries. <\/p>\n

Belinda Ward, Duchess of Delegation for G Adventures Australia and New Zealand, is eager to offer new destinations to travellers seeking flexible sailing itineraries that are low cost high value experiences with fully licensed, knowledgeable skippers.<\/p>\n

\u201cSailing allows travellers to see parts of the world they wouldn\u2019t necessarily have access to by land, and gives a totally new and exciting perspective,\u201d she said. \u201cAdding new destinations to our programs offers travellers even more places to see and explore from the comfort and convenience of our yachts and catamarans.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cTravellers on our small-ship sailing itineraries appreciate the ease of having to unpack only once while relaxing at night with boats anchored in the most beautiful harbours \u2013 different every night,\u201d Ward added. \u201cDuring the day travellers can still be active and independent\u2013 there are plenty of opportunities to shop in local markets, savour local cuisine and explore the waters by snorkelling, swimming or kayaking.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sailing in the British Virgin Islands marks the first Caribbean tour for G Adventures. The operator also offers sailing trips in the Greek Islands, Thailand and Croatia, a destination that launched last year and nearly sold out. All itineraries range in length between four and 15 days. Yachts and catamarans carry a maximum of eight or 14 travellers.<\/p>\n

Aspiring sailors can learn the ropes, receive some pointers from the expert skippers and even take the wheel themselves. <\/p>\n

All trips are guaranteed to depart. Itineraries include:<\/p>\n

Sailing The British Virgin Islands \u2013 Tortola to Tortola. \u2013 Sail on a catamaran through the beautiful turquoise waters of the British Virgin Islands, stop to snorkel in deep caves, anchor and jump aboard a floating bar and tour around islands by car or go for a hike. Relax in the evenings and enjoy the sunset and the Caribbean sounds. Seven days and priced from $1,749*.<\/p>\n

Sailing Turkey \u2013 Bodrum to Fethiye \u2013 Discover tiny villages along the Turkish coastline, secluded islands and deserted beaches, swim in clear turquoise waters, learn to sail on a state-of-the-art catamaran, marvel at the ancient rock tombs in Dalyan and hike through ancient ruins, sail into the ancient port of Fethiye. 10 days and priced from $1,799*.<\/p>\n

Sailing Cuba \u2013 Havana to Havana – Sail on a catamaran through the beautiful turquoise waters of the Canarreos Archipelago, stop to snorkel or share a drink with friendly locals, while enjoying the slow pace of life in the islands. Eight days and priced from $1,949*. <\/p>\n

For more information or to book, call 1300 796 618 or visit www.gadventures.com.au<\/p>\n

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