Having grown up in the Philippines where the coast is never far, one of my non-negotiables to settling abroad has always been to live with the ocean close by. When the mind gets frazzled, there’s always the calming and regenerative promise that comes with a shoreline and a good ol’ dose of vitamin sea!
Of course, Singapore’s blue horizon has its blemishes (nobody wants to be tallying oil tankers, for one), but in restrictive times like these, we count our blessings – and the seaside is just that. So, if you’re overdue some time off, or, like me, have unknowingly beaten your own record for the most consecutive nights spent on Singapore soil – or anywhere for that matter – then a sailcation might be just what the doctor ordered.
Itineraries around Singapore
Established in 2014 and operating in several countries across Asia, Discover Sailing Asia (DSA) has long offered multi-night cruises and hands-on sailing experiences in the region, with itineraries typically taking its passengers beyond borders to destinations like Tioman and Phuket. But since travel restrictions were put in place in 2020, DSA seized the opportunity to offer Singapore residents something different that would still allow them to leave the island and switch off. Along with their popular sailing classes, guests can choose between one- to three-night sailing excursions, which include stops at picturesque islands such as Lazarus, Pulau Hantu and Pulau Ketam – and, of course, the opportunity to try your hand at turning the winch or raising the sails!
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ابدأ النسخة التجريبية المجانية من Magzter GOLD لمدة 7 أيام للوصول إلى آلاف القصص المتميزة المنسقة وأكثر من 8500 مجلة وصحيفة.
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هذه القصة مأخوذة من طبعة June 2021 من EL Singapore.
ابدأ النسخة التجريبية المجانية من Magzter GOLD لمدة 7 أيام للوصول إلى آلاف القصص المتميزة المنسقة وأكثر من 8500 مجلة وصحيفة.
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