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Award-Winning Activity Holidays

Not sure where to go next? You’re in the right place. Inspire Me is packed with ideas, guides and stories around everything related to our holidays. Whether you’re after a big family getaway, a trip with friends or a little time to recharge, you can find your good energy here.

  • Neilson Mountain Expert Skiing

    Life as a Neilson Mountain Expert – Everything You Need to Know

  • Docked in a secluded bay

    Sun, Sea and Total Freedom: Sailing the Ionian

    Our very own Content Marketing Executive, Suzanne, set sail on a Bareboat Charter last summer with a group of friends, departing from Vounaki Beach Club in Paleros, Greece. With the freedom to plan their own route – and the reassurance of a flotilla team nearby – it was a week of discovering the Ionian on their own terms. Here, she shares what life on board was really like, in her own words.

  • Nutrition

    Fuel up. Feel good. Go! Raceday prep tips

    The road to triathlon day with Neilson continues. As proud partners of Restless Development, we’re excited to keep supporting young triathletes every step of the way. With cycling, running and swimming under their belts, it’s time to turn to race prep and nutrition to help your child feel ready, energised and confident.

  • Mauritius coastline

    Two Dream Destinations, Two Lucky Winners

    This year, we opened the doors to two stunning new destinations for 2026 - including our first long-haul destination in some time.

    Two incredible Beach Clubs joined our Inside Collection: Neilson x The Ravenala Attitude, a slice of tropical paradise set on the island of Mauritius, and Neilson x Mangia's Torre del Barone Resort, a taste of true five-star living on the southwest coast of Sicily.

    To celebrate our two new showstoppers, we ran a competition to give back to the valued Neilson community - a thank you for your continued support - and to give you the chance to win back your holiday.

    And now, the moment we’ve all been waiting for...

  • Kids jumping into a swimming pool

    Confidence in Every Stroke: Swim Prep for Young Triathletes

    The road to triathlon day with Neilson continues. As proud partners of Restless Development, we’re thrilled to be supporting the young triathletes again this year.

    After covering cycling and running, we’re now diving into the swim - helping your kids feel calm, confident and in control when they hit the water.

  • Kids running on a beach

    Helping Young Runners Find Their Pace

    We’re Neilson - proud partners of Restless Development and big fans of getting stuck in, and we’re thrilled to be supporting the young triathletes again this year - and sharing a little Good Energy along the way.

    A Which? Recommended Provider, we know a thing or two about fun, freedom and trying something new. Our Beach Club and ski holidays pack in 25+ activities and up to 60 hours of kids’ clubs each week - giving families a chance to relax, recharge and do their thing.

    Continuing from our cycling tips, we’re moving on to the next part of the journey - a guide to race-day running.

  • Girl swimming front crawl

    Inspiring the Next Generation with Restless Development

    We’re Neilson - proud partners of Restless Development and big fans of getting stuck in, and we’re thrilled to be supporting the young triathletes again this year - and sharing a little Good Energy along the way.

    Offering Beach Clubs and ski holidays, we know a thing or two about fun, freedom and trying something new. Our Beach Clubs pack in 25+ activities and up to 60 hours of kids’ clubs each week, giving families a chance to relax, recharge, and do their thing.

    And as a Which? Recommended Provider, you know you'll be in good hands.

    To help your child feel race-day ready, we're kicking off with some simple cycling tips.

  • Blue seas, paddle boarding

    Blue Monday: January, Your Way

    Blue Monday has a bit of a reputation. It’s been labelled the ‘most depressing day of the year’ thanks to a mix of grey skies, fading resolutions and the long stretch to spring. But maybe it doesn’t have to be that way. January isn’t something to endure. It may be time to reset. To slow down, recharge and ease into the year in a way that actually feels good. Here are a few gentle Neilson ideas that may help lift the weight of Blue Monday - however feeling better looks for you.

  • Dad and son kayaking

    Activity holiday ideas for all ages

    Sometimes the best way to relax and recharge on holiday is to get active. We’re not saying there’s no place for a siesta or two – we’re a big fan of those – but activity holidays also give you the chance to play, to explore and to have fun. And nothing makes you feel young again like a holiday adventure!

    Whether you fancy having a go at a new activity or devoting a week to your favourite sport, what better use of your hard-earned holiday time is there? So grab your partner, book a fun family holiday or treat yourself to a solo break - you’ll return home refreshed, energised and with some amazing stories to share.

    It’s all about finding the right activity for you. Here are a few ideas to get you inspired.

  • Girl on back of boat after water skiing

    How to balance your holiday with activities and downtime

    Neilson holidays are full of opportunities to get active. On your Neilson holiday, you might even come back home in better physical and mental shape than before you left, we just know how to help yourelax and leave feeling refreshed.

    But these holidays are also full of opportunity to completely ignore the tennis courts and sit in the sun with a cocktail or two!The choice is all yours. Your holiday isn’t a self-improvement or fitness boot camp. When you want to work up a sweat you can, but that can be from sitting in the sunjust as it can be from a challenging bike ride or a demanding exercise class.

  • men and women paying doubles tennis

    The best outdoor fitness ideas

    When the sun’s out in all its glory and the temperature starts to rise, being confined to a sweaty indoor gym doesn’t really sound like the dream summer’s day. Which is why we’ve come up with the ultimate list of blood-pumping exercises that are perfect for an outdoor workout. Whether you want something low impact or hardcore is more your thing, whether you’re a solo gym-goer or prefer to share the burn with friends, have your lycra at the ready because we’ve got it covered.

  • sunset drinks at Alana Beach Club in Croatia

    How we do food and drink at Neilson

    A great holiday always involves plenty of food and drink. Well, it does for us anyway! Whether it’s a healthy breakfast to fuel your day’s activities or an evening meal under the stars, eating on holiday should be a time to kick back, relax and enjoy ourselves around the table. And above all, it should be delicious.

    If you’re wondering exactly what to expect when it comes to food and drink on your Neilson holiday, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got the lowdown on the meal plans you can look forward to at both our Beach Clubs and ski accommodation. Hope you’re hungry!

Award-Winning Activity Holidays

Our Beach Clubs

You'll find our Beach Clubs in some beautiful locations across Mauritius, Sicily, Sardinia, Croatia, Greece and Turkey.

With top-quality equipment and experts on hand, it doesn’t matter if you’re trying something new or proving how good you already are; we’ve got you covered. All our activities are inclusive, likewise, the delicious, locally sourced food and kids' clubs that kids actually want to be in. 

Messini Main Pool