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Big Dreams - Ocean Passages
Big Sailing Dreams: “I would love to, but……
Congratulations to Tecla (above and top) and her crew for being the first tall ship for 100 years to navigate through the North West Passage of Canada.
Dreams do come true.
BUT ….
Countless big travel dreams are easily dashed by lack of a big enough ‘holiday slot’ and money….but hang on, the solution to both these obstacles is related. If you can give yourself enough lead in time to the big adventure almost anything is possible.We want to fill you with hope and ideas on how to actually get beyond the excuses to that exciting reality stage where you are packing your kit bag to go on a big sea journey:So how do you create a ‘future time slot’ for a big adventure?The advantage of a website like Classic Sailing is that we don’t just have one blue water crossing, or one type of vessel you can do it on. We always have a choice of ocean routes at different times of year…and we make sure the opportunities that might be on your ‘bucket list’ just keep coming.”Committing to a big dream voyage is a bit like surfing. Plenty of epic waves (voyages) pass you by, but if you do all the right preparation – you will know which is ‘your wave’ to ride….GO NOW: Of course – you might be ready right now….so jump to our current offers and big adventures.
GO WHEN I’M READY:
If you need to save, plan and negotiate….read on for our cunning tips.

Tecla to Antarctica

The Answers

 

Step 1: Create yourself a 2 year or 3 year travel plan.

Don’t give up on a trip just because you can’t do it in the next 6-12 months. Give yourself enough time to negotiate a bigger than average holiday slot. Look further ahead and pin down a likely month and year. (e.g. Summer Arctic Voyage 2021 – aiming for Greenland or Spitsbergen).

If the dates are not published yet, contact us with your big dreams and we will contact you by email as soon as we get a hint that new voyage dates are about to be released.

Step 2: Go solo because you won’t be alone.
Often the biggest barrier to travel under sail is the fact that your partner or friends may not share your passion. Dare we suggest you kindly explain your needs to them and get them to want you to grow as a person, perhaps they too have a big dream you can help them achieve.
You won’t be alone as you will meet other individuals on the ship that share your enthusiasm for the sea and big adventures.

 

Step 3 – Start negotiating the free time to create your holiday slot

 

If you want to cross an ocean on a sailing ship, or fully explore a far flung destination like the Antarctic, Svalbard and Greenland, then you are probably looking at more than a 3 week package so you are going to have to earn some serious brownie points to get the chance to go.
This might involve allowing your partner to follow their dreams first whilst you look after dog, business or granny, so they can do the same for you.
Then there is the other boss; Creating a career change just to go on holiday is never a bright idea. Better to negotiate unpaid leave and ‘clear the decks’ responsibly at work so colleagues and bosses will still love you when you come back.
Step 4: Expression of Interest lists – no commitment required
If you want to be kept in the loop regarding our most popular voyages, then we recommend you contact us with your big dreams and we will contact you by email as soon as we get a hint that new voyage dates are about to be released. Contact us.
Tecla to Antarctica
BIG DREAM 1: I want to sail in the Antarctic before it all melts…
Go now 2019 – 2020
Gaff Ketch Tecla –
Antarctic Sailing & Wildlife Expedition including Falklands, Antarctic Peninsula & Cape Horn
Ocean going tall ship Tecla is the first ship in the Classic Sailing fleet to sail in both the Arctic and Antarctic. This 27 day Antarctic Expedition is the culmination of several years planning.
Her Captain loves to follow in the footsteps of the great explorers and on this relatively small gaff rigged tall ship teamwork is everything. If you are looking for pure adventure, active participation and a total of 16 guest and professional crew then Tecla is offering something very special.
Explore the wildlife of the Falklands before sailing the Drakes Passage towards Elephant Island. Explore South Shetland Isles, Deception Island and sail the sounds between the mountains, ice caps and glaciers of the Antarctic Peninsula.
They may be a chance to land on Cape Horn on the way back to Chile.
Jan 4th 2020 Falklands via Antarctica to Puntas Arena, Chile on 30 Jan 2020 form €8190
Cross the Atlantic on Blue Clipper
I want to cross the Atlantic by sail
Go Now
Blue Clipper Portugal to Grenada across the Atlantic.
Join Blue Clipper for an Atlantic ocean crossing as she journeys south for the winter from Portugal to the Caribbean. This 35 day voyage gives plenty of time to explore the islands and to hopefully celebrate New Year on a white sand beach once you reach the Caribbean.
Escape the stress of Christmas and really experience the freedom you can feel at sea and the size of our blue planet. Learn how to sail a traditional two masted schooner, climb the rigging, head out on the bowsprit, help with daily maintenance if you wish, navigation, steering, or simply breathe deep and relax!
An ocean crossing is like a tonic for the soul.
Embark,  Sat, 07-12-2019 – 14:00, Portimão, Portugal
Disembark,  Sat, 11-01-2020 – 10:00 , St George’s, Grenada
Duration 35 Days
Best Value Winter Sinshine Voyages
Big Dream 3: Sail a Beautiful Sailing Ship in Winter Sunshine

 

Scale Back and GO NOW:
Sometimes a dream is big because it’s way beyond your usual holiday budget, so you can either give yourself a long lead in time to save for it….or scale it back into a more affordable destination with similar ingredients.

 

Adam’s favourite small square rigger Morgenster is in the Canaries this winter with 7 days voyages to the best places in the western isles. The working language is English on this friendly Dutch ship.
Best Canary Island Prices
Sail in the Canary Islands from €600 Amazing value.
Like all our voyages, meals and accommodation is always included onboard.
Back in the Cape Verde, absolutely brilliant.
Back in the Cape Verde, absolutely brilliant.

 

Schooner Oosterschelde is back in the Cape Verde with 11 day voyages in hot sun and exhilarating trade winds doing what she is absolutely brilliant at, sailing and exploring ashore.

 

The accommodation on this historic ship is elegant and she even has a piano in the saloon. A good choice for solo travellers, couples and keen walkers who want a unique travel experience first, and life at sea on a sailing ship as a bonus.

 

These voyages are popular, so there is generally plenty of keen guest crew and professional crew to pull on ropes if you fancy taking more relaxed approach to your holiday.

 

7 Voyages to Choose from including Christmas and New Year voyages.

 

PLAN AHEAD 2022


‘Not the trip of a lifetime’

 

You won’t find the phrase ‘trip of a lifetime’ too often on our website, because we expect you to get hooked and want to do another great adventure from Classic Sailing.

 

Enjoy your sailing adventure!
Adam says Hi

Thanks from Adam and all at Classic Sailing I’m rowing on in the Men’s Pilot Gig  Boat County Championship  in  Newquay on Saturday 21 September.

My fitness age is currently 43 but  I might be a bit older than that!

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