‘A lesson like no other’: readers’ favourite learning holidays
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From surfing to singing, mastering a new skill can add an inspiring new dimension to a holiday. Our tipsters share their most rewarding experiences. We took the train to Birkenhead then overnight ferry (new Stena boat with four-berth cabin for £229) to Belfast. The Translink train whisked us to Portrush (£54 for family of five). Arriving in centre of town allowed easy walking to accommodation and the surf beach. The Alive Adventures instructors were fantastic, entertaining kids in all weather conditions and providing snug c-skin wetsuits to prevent cold. Afternoons were spent using the frequent Causeway Rambler bus along the beautiful Antrim coastline.
![[Puffins on Skomer.]](https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/24884b60bafa2ce61346bde58fdc5cc742a2c7a9/0_0_4592_2755/master/4592.jpg?width=445&dpr=1&s=none&crop=none)
David Williams. Spending two nights with our two young children on Skomer Island off the coast of Wales was an unforgettable experience. The island, known for seabirds such as puffins and razorbills, offered a unique opportunity to get hands-on with nature. We joined researchers in tagging baby Manx shearwaters, learning how their efforts help protect these birds. The children loved gently holding the chicks and seeing conservation in action. We also participated in an evening birdwatching survey, spotting puffins and gulls. Those two days deepened our appreciation for wildlife, and left us with lasting memories of this magical island. My tip? Stay overnight to fully experience the magic of the island.
![[In perfect harmony … our tipster learned to sing a cappella in Tuscany.]](https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/84fe21479d3efcba390e421ca415f6932965d8af/0_67_4465_2680/master/4465.jpg?width=445&dpr=1&s=none&crop=none)
