Come on in, the water's lovely! There's nothing quite like the feeling of cool water on sun-kissed skin, is there? As well as our huge range of water-based activities, all of our Beach Clubs are perfect for swimming holidays with refreshing pools to enjoy. Take a quick dip, smash out some lengths, give aqua fit a go or have fun splashing about with the kids.
You're in the Mediterranean, so why not try sea swimming? If you're feeling up to it, you'll be able to join organised swims along the coastline. And sea swimming is a revitalising change from laps up and down your local pool!
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A swimming holiday in this part of Europe can offer ideal weather conditions for dipping your toes in the water.
If you’re looking to clock up swimming miles, check out the Beach Clubs with the largest pools. Alana Beach Club in Croatia, plus Buca, Messini and Levante in Greece, all have pools that are roughly 50 metres in length, giving you plenty of space to enjoy on your swim holiday.
A swimming holiday isn't complete without a dip in the sea to soak up the coastal views from a new angle. Make the most of the crystal-clear waters, whether that's with a swim in the Adriatic or the Aegean Sea.
Our Messini Beach Club boasts a near 50-metre pool and a kids' pool, plus a pool bar to enjoy a well-deserved drink after your laps. A great choice for families, this venue offers watersports – and land-based activities – plus a wellness area.
Meanwhile, Buca Beach Club has a glass-sided pool that stretches nearly 50 metres. It's a smaller hotel with a boutique vibe, making it the ideal place for a couples' swimming holiday. Sink into the day beds to dry off in the sun or to indulge in post-swimming relaxation, head to the wellness area.
The real wow factor at Levante has to be the 6 swimming pools, including a huge free-form family pool, sports pool with swimming lanes and adult-only pool.
Our Alana Beach Club in Croatia sits beside the Adriatic Sea, famous for its turquoise waters. Even the less enthusiastic swimmers are likely to be lured by a spot of sea swimming during your holiday. Don't forget to pay a visit to the pool bar after your dip! On land, there's a 50-metre swimming pool and a freeform pool – one for more extensive laps and the other for a more leisurely swim.
Then, for the little ones, there's a splash pool, making a swimming holiday at our Alana Beach Club perfect for young families. If you need respite, head to the spa area, which has fantastic facilities and is one of our most popular destinations for a spa holiday. We're talking a hydromassage Jacuzzi, resistance swimming pool, hot tubs, steam baths, and for the daring amongst you, a cold-water pool and ice bath. Swims of all activity levels can be enjoyed during your holiday here.
You might want to improve your confidence in the water during your swimming holiday or perfect your technique. Either way, our swim coaches are here to offer one-to-one swim coaching sessions for all ages and abilities. Everyone can take something away from their swim holiday, regardless of experience.
Private one-to-one lessons start from €24 for 30 minutes. Lessons are bookable locally and subject to availability.
Our swim coaches are a great option for a family swimming holiday if you think your little ones could benefit from extra tuition. You'd be surprised at how much progress someone can make in just half an hour!
We also run kids' clubs at our Beach Clubs, where your children can grow their confidence in the water, whether that's through watersports or other activities. From one-to-one care services to clubs for tiny tots and teens, there's something for every family. This way, you can free up time to enjoy your own, more peaceful swims during your holiday.
Thanks to the vast range of swimming options on offer, whether that's in the sea or the pool, you can take your swimming holiday at your own pace. To us, a few laps in the pool followed by a drink at the poolside bar is just as much of a swimming holiday as an extensive day of mastering your technique.
Swimming can be physically demanding when you put your full effort in, and many use it as a way to stay fit during their holiday. You may find it can be even more fun when you exercise with your family. You could always take on one of the aqua aerobics sessions, which are designed to be accessible to people at varying fitness levels. And to push yourself further, you can always book in with a swim coach. Everything is optional so you can take things at a rate you feel comfortable with on your swimming holiday with us.
There are lots of ways to enjoy your swimming holidays to the full with Neilson. Make sure you check out our swim coach sessions so you can nail your technique. Otherwise, you can check out our handy guides over on the Neilson hub and learn pool exercises or teach the little ones how to swim.
If you have your sights set on a triathlon, with a goal of improving your swimming technique during your holiday, check out our triathlon guide.
A swimming holiday packing list will be personal to you, but here are a few suggestions to get the ball rolling:
A swimming holiday in Europe with Neilson is unforgettable. If you have little ones, you can boost their confidence and make use of our fabulous kids' clubs at the same time.
We have over 2,000 reviews on Feefo so you can see what our customers say about their experience. Remember, if you want tips, check out the Neilson hub to improve your technique or teach the kids how to swim. Ready to book your trip? Simply get in touch with our team of experts to get started.
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