Holiday inspiration

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.

Our network of partnerships and friends continues this summer. We've teamed up with Mark Petchey for our tennis programme and UKSA to train watersports instructors and we continue to sponsor Grand Slam tennis coverage on Eurosport.

We know kids love being active, and nobody wants them missing out on any fun, so we've found new ways for you all to really make the most of your holiday.

How do NME sessions work? Who can join the sessions and what can you gain from them? Recently, we sat down with one of our very own NME’s, Joss, who spent last winter in Les Menuires, France, at Neilson Hotel Le Menuire & Spa, who explained everything there is to know about being an NME and NME sessions.

After more than fifteen years away from skiing, a week in Grandvalira turned uncertainty into confidence and strangers into friends.

Nervous but excited. Apprehensive but curious. After only skiing once as a child more than fifteen years ago, I had no idea what to expect when returning to the slopes.
 

This article will help you find the best ski resorts for improvers to push their skills to the next level.

Mark Petchey is one of the UK’s most successful and influential tennis players, both on and off the court. He’s achieved acclaim as a player and a coach to British tennis star Andy Murray and now works with us on our holidays to bring you a professional tennis experience.

Whether you want a holiday to practice, relax, recuperate and/or take your tennis game to new places, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s the low down on what our tennis holidays have to offer.

Serving is such a vital part of tennis at the top level, and it’s probably the part that most part-time players struggle to master. Here's a handy video from former GB player Mark Petchey, to help improve your serve.

Most people visiting Rhodes don’t go mountain biking. They’re too busy sipping cocktails on sun loungers or wandering round the old town, gelato in hand. And as much as that’s great - they’re missing out. BIG TIME! 

Picture this. You've spent the last hour with your quads on fire, grinding your way up a sun-baked climb. But you're over the top now.

Sun on your back, wild mountain trails and views that stop you in your tracks - Sardinia was made for riding. From smooth coastal rides to tough climbs through the hills, our bike team have mapped the best routes around Baia dei Mori Beach Club. Suitable for all abilities, it's just you, the open road, and a seriously good set of wheels.

Unlike, say, stand-up paddle boarding, you can get a surprisingly long way with little effort in a kayak. It’s simple, easy to pick up, and as high or low energy as you’d like. Choose to go solo or double up with a friend or loved one.

Wakeboarding is a high-octane, adrenaline-inducing mix of water skiing, surfing, and snowboarding. It can be fast and furious, but the good news is that it’s surprisingly easy to get to grips with the basics – total newbies can be up and wakeboarding within a few hours.

Whether you're searching for remote, windswept coastlines or buzzing seaside towns full of fellow windsurfers, there are loads of fantastic European windsurfing destinations just a short flight away.Here are our top picks to get you inspired.

Greece is one of those places that just works for families. The food is fresh and unfussy. The sea is warm and calm. And from the moment you land, the pace of life slows down in the best possible way.

Keeping your kids entertained on holiday should be easy, right? That is until you're standing in 34-degree heat with a bored five-year-old, throwing a tantrum because they’ve already eaten all their crisps.

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.

So, you’ve decided to tick ‘do a triathlon’ off your bucket list. But where exactly should you start when it comes to prepping for the big day? We'll run (bike and swim) you through everything you need to know for your first triathlon.

Our run clubs, arranged and guided by our fitness team, are an amazing way to maintain (or gain) fitness whilst taking in the sights of Sardinia. There are running routes to match every ability level, from off-road trails to road runs around the local villages.

Yoga can play a brilliant supporting role in your run training, helping you develop the strength, flexibility and mindset needed to achieve your running goals - whether that's a marathon or your local Parkrun.

Greece is one of those places that just works for families. The food is fresh and unfussy. The sea is warm and calm. And from the moment you land, the pace of life slows down in the best possible way.

Keeping your kids entertained on holiday should be easy, right? That is until you're standing in 34-degree heat with a bored five-year-old, throwing a tantrum because they’ve already eaten all their crisps.

Greece in May is perfect. The temperatures are just right, the crowds haven’t arrived yet and you feel like Greece is this little hidden gem that only you and a select few people know about.

Blue Monday can be a turning point - a moment to reset, recharge and change pace. Explore simple, uplifting ways to start the year feeling energised and positive.

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 want to be full-on active or flat-out relaxed this is the holiday for you. Here are our top tips for designing your perfect holiday with just the right amount of activity or relaxation to suit you.