October Escapes!
Where the Acarnanian Mountains meet the gentle, clear blue waters of the Ionian Sea – that's where you'll find Vounaki Beachclub.
When you see the large sailing area with the shores of Lefkas Island as the backdrop and hear the pinging of ropes against masts – you'll know why water sports and in particular dinghy sailing is so popular here. Consistent winds and easy launching make getting onto the water a breeze.
Families will love the long sweeping beach and the dedicated children's pool. We make life even easier with a full range of kids' clubs, spacious rooms and an easy-going atmosphere.
Beachclub map
Activities
Activities on the water
With so much variety, there's bound to be a water sport to suit you; dinghy sailing, windsurfing, water skiing, wakeboarding, stand up paddle boarding and kayaking - all are included in your holiday to Vounaki Beachclub. Wakesurfing is also available for a small supplement, book locally to give it a go.
Gentle winds that build in the afternoon will help grow your sailing confidence. The sea in this part of the south Ionian rarely gets beyond a gentle ripple, so it's great for all of the available water sports. Kayaking and stand up paddle boarding are both easy to master in the calm waters and the coastline is full of interest, so get out there and explore. Windsurfing is suited to beginners and non-planing intermediates who will love the easy launching and wide open bay, as will the dinghy sailors.
If water skiing and wakeboarding are more your thing, most mornings you'll wake up to smooth, glassy water. There's a ski pontoon located just off the beach giving easy access to our ski boats. We include two free tows per person per week (three if you're on a 10 or 11 night holiday) with upgrade packs available from just £150 per person. Don't forget, you can also try wakesurfing for a small supplement.
There's also a marina and large fleet of Neilson yachts. The yachts can be booked for a skippered day sail (the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion) or you can opt for a stay and sail holiday.
Water sports equipment
Windsurfing: a range of beginner, intermediate (160-130 litres) and shortboards from manufacturers Starboard, Fanatic and RRD. Dino rigs for children (2m-4.5m); start rigs for beginners (2.5m / 3.5m / 4.5m); adult rigs (4m - 8.2m)
Dinghy sailing: Laser 1; Hartley Supernova; Hartley Wayfarer; Hobie 15; Hartley 12; RS 200
Water skiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing: Ski Nautique 196 and Fletcher GTO19 with a range of skis, boards, mono skis, wakesurf boards and wake skates.
Kayaking and stand up paddle boarding: Gemini single and double sit on top kayaks; wave kayaks; Red Paddle Co stand up paddle boards (10'8") and XXL stand up paddle board (8 man).
Wind conditions
Gentle morning winds build throughout the day to give a nice breeze in the afternoon, it's windier than the Retreat Beachclub further north and the perfect place to learn to sail or for intermediate to progress their skills. Further out of the bay, winds can build to a steady force 3-4 in the afternoon.
Activities on the shore
There are lots of inclusive activities, choose from mountain biking, road cycling, tennis and a programme of fitness classes.
The nearby Acarnanian Mountains provide superb cycling terrain. Challenging climbs on quiet roads and a great range of trails will have roadies and mountain bikers grinning from ear to ear. For a more relaxing experience on two wheels, venture along shady tracks to rural villages and secluded beaches. There are guided rides each day or the bikes are available for free riding.
Back at Vounaki, enjoy tennis on one of the two courts and hone your skills with our professional coaches. Why not try fitness, Zumba, stretch and interval training classes too?
Equipment
Mountain bikes: TREK X Caliber 9 in a range of sizes (15", 17", 19", 21")
Road bikes: TREK Emonda ALR 4 in a range of sizes (47cm to 60cm).
If you've got cycling shoes with cleats and are planning on bringing them with you, we advise that you should also bring your own pedals. That way, they are guaranteed to fit.
Tennis: a selection of adult and child rackets from Babolat.
Activity planners
Whatever you want to do on your holiday we're here to help you enjoy as many activities as possible. Take a look at an example of the activity planner for Vounaki Beachclub here and start thinking about how your holiday will shape up! The planner is intended as a guide only and is subject to change.
Rest and relaxation
Go on, indulge in a little me time - you've earned it! Take a wander along to the treatment rooms and chat to one of our therapists about the range of Temple Spa treatments available. The 'Champagne & Truffles' facial and 'Aaaah!' leg and foot energiser, feel even better than they sound. If you book a one hour spa package before travel, you'll get savings on the in resort price.
Stay and sail
Enjoy a unique twin centre holiday when you stay and sail from Vounaki Beachclub. You'll be combining a week at the beachclub with a week on board a yacht, sailing the beautiful south Ionian coastline with a group of other yachts (also known as a flotilla). It's great for all sailors, but especially so for beginners, who can join our 'intro to yachting' course.
Food and drink
Our holidays include club board meals – daily breakfast, daily lunch and four evening meals each week. From buffets to beach bbq's our chefs work tirelessly to provide a wide range of delicious food. Head to the beach bar for a post-activity thirst quencher or, when the day is done, enjoy drinks on the terrace of the deck bar and watch the sun setting over the bay.
Your inclusive evening meals are on the following days (if you're staying for 10 or 11 nights you get 6 inclusive evening meals):
Monday: inclusive
Tuesday: inclusive
Wednesday: non-inclusive
Thursday: inclusive
Friday: non-inclusive
Saturday: inclusive
Sunday: non-inclusive
Rooms
The rooms have a traditional Greek feel to them and are bright and airy. Many of the rooms have sea views, whilst others look out over the back of the beachclub towards the Acarnanian Mountains.
There is a wide choice of accommodation to suit most needs with double and twin rooms (some also have sofa beds), plus interconnecting and mezzanine rooms for larger groups and families.
Each room has air conditioning, mini-fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone, TV, safe, beach towels and hairdryer. There's free Wi-Fi in the public areas and in most of the rooms.
Tourist taxes are payable by you when you check out of your beachclub accommodation. Charges vary by destination and are currently between €1.50- €4 per room per night (prices correct as of August 2019 and subject to change). Taxes for children are age-dependent. To find out the most up to date tourist taxes for this beachclub please contact us.
Families and kids
The beachclub is set on a hillside. All areas are linked by gradual slopes and pathways, but there are still a few steps here and there to navigate. That said, it's great for families with lots of wide open spaces, a long and sandy beach, a family friendly pool and a separate kids' pool. The rooms are spacious, with plenty of space for family groups. There are also interconnecting and mezzanine rooms.
Your kids (2-17 years) will be kept busy day-in and day-out with our range of kids' clubs. For our very youngest guests, we have the Starfish crèche (available for a supplement) and there's a 24-hour baby room, where you can make feeds, warm milk and sterilise bottles. Make sure your children don't miss out, pre-book before you go to secure a space in the club they want.
Local area
The delightful Greek village of Paleros is just ten minutes from the beachclub. Charming, quaint with lovely beaches, traditional restaurants and bars – you'll be greeted with friendly smiles from the local residents.
Lefkas and Preveza towns are also worth taking a trip to. Bustling and lively, they provide a good contrast to the sleepy shores of Paleros.
Lefkas Town
The capital of the island is just a local bus ride away and well worth a visit for the day or evening. An attractive and bustling town, Lefkas includes narrow lanes with fancy boutiques, open squares with busy tavernas and a quayside teeming with yachts and fishing boats.
Day sails and sunset cruise
Take a day sail on a skippered Neilson yacht. Drink in the magical coastline, while relaxing in the warm breeze on deck. Let us sail you to secluded bays where you can swim or snorkel in the crystal clear water. Alternatively, sail into the sunset, sipping bubbles as the sun sinks below the horizon; enjoy the romance of the evening on a sunset cruise. This is definitely the climax to a wonderful day.
10 and 11 night holidays
10-night holidays arrive on a Sunday and depart on a Wednesday. 11-night holidays arrive on a Wednesday and depart on a Sunday. There’s a welcome meeting on Thursday morning for 11-night guests. If you’re on a 10-night holiday you will join the Monday morning welcome meeting with our 7 and 14-night guests.
Activity sessions can be booked in the welcome meetings, with taster windsurf and dinghy sailing sessions for complete beginners. If you want to waterski or wakeboard you'll get three inclusive tows (weather conditions permitting and non-transferable). For both 10 and 11-night holidays, evening meals are included six evenings. Kids' clubs are available every day with the exception of Sunday (which is the main transfer day).
Your holiday includes...
Hotel and flights
• Direct flights • Coach transfer (40 mins) • Beachclub accommodation • Wi-Fi in public areas and in most rooms • Beach towels • Tea and coffee making facilities • Temple Spa toiletries
Food and drink
• Breakfast every day • Lunch every day • Four evening meals weekly • Water, tea and coffee with inclusive meals
Shore based activities
• Tennis with coaching • Mountain biking with guiding • Road cycling with guiding • Fitness classes • Yoga and stretch classes • Gym • Volleyball
Water based activities
• Dinghy sailing with tuition • Windsurfing with tuition • Kayaking • Stand up paddle boarding • Water skiing • Wakeboarding • Swimming pool and kids' pool
Childcare
• Sea Urchins (2-3yrs) • Sea Badgers (4-5yrs) • Surfbusters (6-7yrs) • Sharksters (8-9yrs) • Stingrays (10-11yrs) • Surf Squad (12-13 yrs) • Wave Riders (14-15yrs) • TAG (16-17yrs) • High tea for under 5's • evening childcare on selected evenings
And what's extra...
• Starfish crèche - £300 per week • Hot Shots club - £195 per week • Spa treatments • Any meals and drinks not included above • Activity upgrades and private tuition • Excursions • Room supplements and upgrades • Accommodation tourist taxes (from €1.50- €4 per room per night).
Travel Info
Summer 2021
Departure airports: London Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham or Bristol
Departure days: Sunday or Wednesday
Holiday duration: 7, 10, 11 & 14 nights
Arrival airport: Preveza (Aktio)
Flight duration: approx. 3 hours 35 minutes
Airlines: Titan Airways (ZT), Jet2 (LS), easyJet (EZY)
Transfer time: approx. 1hr 15mins
Sunday departure from London Gatwick with Titan Airways for 7 or 14 nights
1st departure: Sunday 25 July / Last departure: Sunday 24 October
Outbound departure/inbound arrival time: 09:00/18:10
Sunday departure from Manchester with easyJet for 7, 10 or 14 nights
1st departure: Sunday 25 July / Last departure: Sunday 24 October
Outbound departure/inbound arrival time: 16:20/23.35
Wednesday departure from Manchester with easyJet for 11 nights
1st departure: Wednesday 28 July / Last departure: Wednesday 22 September
Outbound departure/inbound arrival time: 15:45/00:10
Sunday departure from Birmingham with Jet2 for 7 or 14 nights
1st departure: Sunday 25 July / Last departure: Sunday 24 October
Outbound departure/inbound arrival time: 08:00/14:50
Sunday departure from Bristol with Jet2 for 7 or 14 nights
1st departure: Sunday 25 July / Last departure: Sunday 3 October
Outbound departure/inbound arrival time: 14:20/22:05
Summer 2022
Departure airports: London Gatwick, Manchester, Bristol or Edinburgh
Departure days: Sunday or Wednesday
Holiday duration: 7, 10, 11 & 14 nights
Arrival airport: Preveza (Aktio)
Flight duration: approx. 3 hours 35 minutes
Airlines: Titan Airways (ZT), Jet2 (LS), easyJet (EZY)
Transfer time: approx. 1hr 15mins
Sunday departure from London Gatwick with Titan Airways for 7, 10 or 14 nights
1st departure: Sunday 8 May / Last departure: Sunday 23 October
Outbound departure/inbound arrival time: 06:15/14:00
Wednesday departure from London Gatwick with easyJet for 11 nights
1st departure: Wednesday 25 May / Last departure: Wednesday 28 September
Outbound departure/inbound arrival time: 06:05/13:40
Sunday departure from Manchester with Jet2 for 7, 10 or 14 nights
1st departure: Sunday 8 May / Last departure: Sunday 23 October
Outbound departure/inbound arrival time: 06:50/15.05
Wednesday departure from Manchester with Jet2 for 11 nights
1st departure: Wednesday 18 May / Last departure: Wednesday 21 September
Outbound departure/inbound arrival time: 06:50/15:05
Sunday departure from Bristol with Jet2 for 7 or 14 nights
1st departure: Sunday 8 May / Last departure: Sunday 9 October
Outbound departure/inbound arrival time: 06:00/14:00
Sunday departure from Edinburgh with Jet2 for 7 or 14 nights
1st departure: Sunday 8 May / Last departure: Sunday 23 October
Outbound departure/inbound arrival time: 06:15/14:45
In-flight meals and drinks are not included, there is a buy on board service. All flight timings are based on the 24-hour clock system. Flight timings are given for guidance, are provisional and will be submitted for approval by UK and overseas scheduling committees. Your ticket will show the final timings of your flight and your luggage allowances.
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