Throughout the past year, we have all been encouraged to social distance and avoid crowds. Now that 2021 has arrived, people are itching to get back out and travel, just safely and socially distanced.

One of the best ways to have the ultimate vacation while distancing oneself is to charter a yacht and sail around to some of the worlds most beautiful destinations.

Read along to find the best and most beautiful yachting destinations and where to go once you’ve arrived.

CROATIA

Croatia is home to the Yacht Week, the ultimate yacht getaway for people looking to meet other travelers abroad while discovering gorgeous snorkeling and exploration destinations.

Not sure about partying with a hundred other yachters? Look to Sunsail, a yacht charter company offering trips in Croatia.

Cruise through the Adriatic Sea while exploring some of the thousands of Croatian islands like Dugi Otok and Mljet.

Your parasol perfection and blue bay swimsuit would be the perfect match for the blue Croatian sailing waters!

FRENCH RIVIERA

The French Riviera is France’s southeastern coast and one of the most beautiful boating destinations in the world. Between the warm, calm waters of the Mediterranean and the luxurious beach resorts, the French Riviera is a must for any yacht sailing lover.

The French Riviera is home to some of the most famous resorts and their picturesque towns like Cannes, Antibes, and St. Tropez. You can stop at these towns for a day of sunning on the beach or exploring the shops and history of the town.

Sail around with IYC and be sure to bring your tropézienne shirt and white sand tunic from Bequia Beach Bums.

WHITSUNDAYS

Take a trip to the southern hemisphere with Alani, to the Whitsunday Islands off the coast of Australia.

Spend the day snorkeling at the famous Great Barrier Reef then spend the evening in luxury on Hayman Island. Whitsunday boasts 74 islands to spend your days exploring and finding the ultimate tanning spot.

Bequia Beach Bums coral reef swim shorts and white sand tunic will be your perfect Whitsunday companions.

THE GRENADINES

Cruise around The Grenadines in the Caribbean with Bequia Beach Hotel’s Super Yacht ‘Star of the Sea’. The Grenadines are known for their perfect sailing waters, clear blue sea, with reefs to explore in the water and adventures to be had on land.

Spend your day snorkeling at Tobago Cays, exploring each of its five islands. Then head over to the Princess Margaret Beach in Bequia. Be sure to stop at Mustique and grab a drink at Basil’s Bar.

Bring along your St. Barts tunic and jettsetter swim shorts for the ultimate Grenadines getaway.

GREECE

Greece is known for its prominent white buildings lining the coastal cliff lines. The best view? From a yacht with Fraser, sailing through the clear, blue, Mediterranean waters.

Sail through the Ionian Islands and discover natural wonders like the Melissani Cave and the turquoise blue waters of Navagio. These islands have no shortage of secluded beaches hidden from the mainland with immense cliffs to explore.

Bequia Beach Bums rip curl and under the sea swim shorts make for the perfect Greecian sailing addition.

The only question is, where will you be sailing first?

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CROATIA

FRENCH RIVIERA

WHITSUNDAYS

THE GRENADINES

GREECE