Are You Dreaming of sunshine and warm seas with a New Year Sailing Trip ?

🌞 Here are Some Top Sunny Sailing Destinations for a New Year Break

🌴 Caribbean (Trade Wind Paradise)

Best picks: Antigua, St Martin & St Barts, Grenada, British Virgin Islands, Grenadines

Why go: Classic winter-sun sailing with reliable trade winds, warm seas, and easy island hopping between beautiful anchorages, beaches and snorkel spots. 

What to expect: Daytime temps ~24-28°C, steady winds perfect for cruising. 

Tip: The BVIs (Tortola, Virgin Gorda, etc.) are excellent if you want sheltered waters and shorter hops between stops. 

✈️ Flights from the UK generally take around 9-10 hours and Barbados, St Martin, or Antigua are excellent hubs for charters. 

🌊 Seychelles & Indian Ocean Islands

Best picks: Mahé, Praslin & the Inner Islands

Why go: Winter (Dec-Feb) is warm and sunny with trade winds — island hopping here feels like sailing in postcard waters with crystalline anchorages. 

Weather: Around 29°C, calm seas, ideal for both novice and experienced sailors. 

🏝 Thailand (Andaman Sea)

Region: Phuket, Krabi, Phi Phi islands, Phang Nga Bay

When: Dry season (Dec-Apr) — bright sunny days and pleasant winds. 

Vibe: Tropical beaches, dramatic limestone scenery and sheltered anchorages perfect for day sails and snorkelling. 

🐠 Maldives

Why go: A very scenic option for a charter with warm weather and calm seas in January. 

Highlights: Crystal clear water, coral reefs everywhere you anchor, and secluded little atolls for peaceful sailing. 

☀️ Canary Islands (Short-haul, Mild Warmth)

Best islands: Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura

Weather: Around 20–25°C with pleasant winds — not tropical heat but reliably sunny and comfortable. 

Great for: If you want sun-soaked sailing with a shorter flight from the UK. 

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