Sailing is a brilliant way to see Spain and escape the crowds and explore this stunning country, total relaxed. As one of the world’s great seafaring nations, there are plenty of opportunities to explore Spain on board a yacht – you just need to choose when to go. There are options on offer both in the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, so If you’re after sunshine and warm weather in winter, your best bet will be heading to the Canary Islands, an archipelago of 7 islands located over 1000 km south of the Spanish coast. The 7 islands all offer different landscapes and experiences – for instance, Tenerife is perfect for hiking lovers, Lanzarote has surreal volcanic landscapes while Fuerteventura is ideal for surfers.

The Mediterranean coast of Spain also offers wonderful options for sailing, if you set off from Barcelona you can head north to Costa Brava, famous for its picturesque coast and refined cuisine, or south towards Tarragona, discovering the diverse Terres del Ebre, home to several ecotourism projects. Alternatively, from Valencia the Balearic Islands are just a hop and skip away – party lovers should definitely head to Ibiza, whereas Menorca offers many opportunities to snorkel and enjoy nature.