Sail Away

If the idea of sailing is as exciting to me, as it is to you, then you'll be jumping at these ideas.

If you're really adventurous and have a few bucks, then head toward Kenya (Lamu). The Swahilis are one of the last surviving maritime cultures in the world, and they still use hand-built Dhows for sailing (similar to a sailboat). You can go out on a daylong excursion of the seven island archipelago with a Swahili Captain. You'll be able to explore villages that date back to Sinbad the Sailor (1000 AD). How groovy is that? There are less than a handful of cars, and most of the transportation (other than by Dhow) is by donkey. Check out the Peponi Hotel (peponi-lamu.com)(Adventure Mag).

If you're looking for something stateside check out Emerald Isle Sailing (www.emeraldislesailing.com. They run some fantastic sailing trips. If you love a little adventure combined with a little luxury you'll love the trips Emerald Isle offers. They feature several expeditions from the Northern Great Bear Rainforest (you see, bears, eagles, wolves, and humpback and orca whales) to more of the same around Ketchikan, Alaska.

They still have room on their San Juan Islands tour leaving September 29. Its a 3-day cruise for $997 per person. If lucky, you'll be eating fresh caught prawns, crab, halibut, and salmon as you tour some of the most beautiful islands in the world.

If this isn't a great recess option, I don't know what is! Three spots are still available on the 54' foot Pilothouse Catch (accommodates 3 crew members and 6 passengers).

Sail away your worries while eating some of the healthiest food you can find (or catch). It's a feast for the stomach, eyes and soul.