If the thought of sitting back and doing nothing during your beach holiday fills you with dread and you’d much prefer to be active, trying new things and honing new skills, book a vacation that suits your requirements in 2013. With plenty of outdoor pursuits available, across Europe and beyond, you’re just a few clicks away from securing your perfect break.

Lovers of the open seas will feel right at home on the Lycian coast of Turkey. If you’d like to try something new, or nurture a talent you haven’t used for a while, take a look at the RYA courses available in the area.

With great offers on family activity holidays in the area too, you can combine stints on the beach with episodes at sea, and return to the UK with a boost in confidence and improved seafaring legs.

The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) provides a multitude of courses throughout the year to help develop your skills as a skipper. It may seem a little daunting, learning to sail when you’ve had no experience at all, but everyone has to start somewhere! Plus, with these tried and tested courses available in the subtropical seas of the Med and beyond, you can be sure to be in good hands for the duration.

No matter what your age or ability, there is bound to be a course for you. From beginners’ courses to be a qualified flotilla skipper, to refresher courses and day skipper courses for those who have had more experience, there’s something for everyone.

Learn to sail in a week with a dedicated week long course, where you will learn the theory behind sailing before heading out on the open seas commandeering your own yacht.

Does this sound like your cup of tea? Check out the available RYA courses and book any of the offers on family activity holidays, today.