Why Yachting with SeaDream is the Ultimate Coolcation
As travelers seek the best escapes in cooler climates, a yachting coolcation with SeaDream offers iconic and off-the-beaten-path destinations known for their comfortable temperatures during summer & autumn months.
For those who have yet to hear of this new travel trend, a coolcation is just what its name implies: a cool vacation—a trip to a destination that has a cooler climate. A place where you can enjoy the summer sun, but with more moderate temperatures. First identified by Conde Nast Traveler as one of their major predictions for travel trends, coolcations hold a great appeal to those who want to escape the heat and explore both iconic locations and little-known gems off the beaten path.
Think yachting through the Norwegian fjords. Exploring The British Isles. Experiencing a cooler Northern Europe, Greek Isles, Amalfi Coast, or French Riviera—when temperatures are ideal, breezes are balmy, and the locals linger longer. Where travelers can take a dip in cool sea breezes, dine al fresco, and hike and bike nature’s pristine landscapes. Experiencing the best what each region has to offer, unhurried, and without the heat.
Throughout these regions, SeaDream Yacht Club offers its guests the ultimate coolcation—a luxury yachting journey inviting travelers to reach destinations like these that are best experienced from the water. SeaDream’s intimate, small yachts take travelers to places where others can’t go or seldom reach—delivering spontaneous calls, unique vantage points, and breathtaking natural beauty that is close enough to touch.
Norway & Northern Europe
SeaDream Yacht Club’s Norway, Scandinavia and Northern Europe sailing region stretches from the historic British Channel Islands through the scenic fjords and celebrated maritime cities of Scandinavia, with a summer sailing season. It’s then that you’ll experience the best of what a coolcation has to offer in this region: long hours of daylight under the mythical midnight sun, verdant forests in full flower, and comfortable, summer temperatures ideal for exploring.
Norway, “Land of the Midnight Sun”
Stunning fjords. Secluded coastlines. Remote bays and islands. All under the long daylight hours of summer’s midnight sun. Whether you long to be captivated by the grandeur of stunning fjords or discover unhurried seaside cities, there is no better way to experience the beauty of the Norwegian coastline than from the perspective of your yacht—where every activity—from a polar plunge to kayaking from your Marina—is designed to be in, on, and around the water. Sail by yacht with SeaDream I or SeaDream II to discover Norway’s secluded natural wonders, creating a unique and immersive experience for nature enthusiasts and armchair explorers seeking a cooler getaway during the summer months.
Cross the Arctic Circle
Few travelers have had the opportunity to reach the Far North and comfortably explore untouched areas of wilderness that can’t otherwise be reached by land. On the ultimate bucket list itinerary, sail above the Arctic Circle, enjoying the distinct advantage of seeing daylight twenty-four hours each day and greeting a mild summer climate perfectly suited for exploration. Travelers choose to sail across the Arctic Circle primarily to experience the unique natural beauty of the region, including wildlife viewings, otherworldly landscapes, and remote and pristine wilderness that few have encountered before.
The British Isles
The British Isles are home to some of the most spectacular coastlines and scenic landscapes in the world, offering a distinctive mix of natural beauty and rich history. No other way of traveling offers the same sense of freedom, luxury, and adventure as yachting. During the summer months, access remote islands, explore hidden beaches and coves, and enjoy relaxed scenic approaches to charming coastal towns as SeaDream sails this stunningly beautiful part of the world.
From Scotland’s remote Hebrides to the pristine beaches of the Channel Islands, the British Isles are best seen and experienced from the water, and yachting allows for exploration in a way that few other ways of travel afford. Follow historical pathways and call on sheltered island gems as you visit remote yachting destinations in and along the British Isles, Scotland’s Shetland Islands, and Northern Ireland’s coastline, where temperatures are ideal and landscapes are varied. Tee off at Scotland’s oldest golf courses. Visit castles and cathedrals. Sample your choice of whiskeys at some of the region’s historic distilleries. Take a sea plunge from your yacht’s Marina in cool coastal waters. On an ultimate coolcation, discover the British Isles with extended time in your destination and more overnight stays.
Shetland Islands
With unending miles of coastline and beautiful natural backdrops to explore, the Shetland and Orkney Islands archipelagos lie on the rugged northern tip of Scotland. Ideal for yachting, walking, hiking, and cycling, many of the islands along these shorelines are uninhabited. In order to maximize your time in these unsurpassed yachting locations, SeaDream overnights in both Lerwick, Scotland and Kirkwall, Scotland.
British Isles Yachting Voyages
Autumn in the Mediterranean
Yachting the Mediterranean during autumn is a refreshing experience when seen through the perspective of your intimate SeaDream yacht. It’s then that you’ll enjoy long days of sunshine and cool ocean breezes as you discover the Mediterranean’s picturesque yachting harbors and delightful seaside villages from Italy’s Amalfi Coast and the French Riviera to Greece, Malta, and Spain’s Balearic Islands and Spanish Riviera. SeaDream sails Western Mediterranean coastal destinations that are just naturally cooler due to their seaside proximity, cool ocean currents, and mountainous backdrops. The nimbleness of yachting allows access to off-the-beaten-path destinations and celebrated yachting harbors, often in the afternoons and early evenings when the crowds have dissipated, and the big cruise ships are no longer in port (if they were ever there at all!).
Take a sea plunge from your yacht’s Marina
Take full advantage of the tranquil cool waters of Northern Europe and the Mediterranean with Marina Days that invite you to swim, relax, or play with your choice of watersports toys. Slide into the sea on our new waterslide, the first and only on a cruise passenger vessel to take you from ship to sea. Swim off your yacht, and enjoy complimentary catamarans, kayaks, paddleboards, and more.
Are you ready to explore the secrets of a yachting coolcation with SeaDream yourself? SeaDream provides you with an intimate view of these destinations unlike any other boutique travel line. Click here to check availability and reserve your next voyage.