Activity holidays in Europe

Active Holidays in Greece and Turkey

Our activity holidays are designed for guests who want more from their time away. Whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple, with friends or as a family, you can fill your days with watersports, cycling, tennis, fitness classes and more, or use your holiday as a chance to try something new.

At our beach club resorts in Greece and Turkey, you can enjoy activities such as sailing, windsurfing, stand-up paddle boarding, padel, pickleball, scuba diving and tennis, with expert instruction and quality equipment available to help you get started or progress your skills.

For families, children can get involved too, with watersports, tennis, games and activities included within our kids’ clubs programmes, giving everyone the chance to enjoy an active, stress-free holiday at their own pace.

From energetic days on the water, road or court to relaxed evenings with a well-earned sundowner, Mark Warner activity holidays give you the freedom to do as much or as little as you like.

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What's included in your sports & activity holiday?

Your Mark Warner sports & activity beach club holiday includes:

✓ Return flights from a choice of UK airports (varies by resort) & resort transfers
✓ A minimum half-board basis in stylish beachside accommodation
✓ 20+ on-site sports & activities
✓ Expert tuition from qualified instructors
✓ Kids activity clubs for ages 2 to 17 years (extra charge for under 2 yrs)
✓ ATOL protection

All you need to worry about is which sport to master first.

Explore our multi-sports resorts in Europe 

Paleros Beach ResortIonian Coast, Greece

What our guests say:

"Wonderful place to stay. Clean rooms, variety of food. Friendly staff. Dinghies looked after, Waterfront staff super, Fitness staff awesome"
September 2025

Best for:
• Calm waters - think rowing & waterskiing
Flagship resort with the widest sports & activity program including pickleball and padel courts
• Luxurious spa

Key activities available include:
• Sailing
• Stand-up paddleboarding
• Waterskiing & wakeboarding
• Tennis, padel & pickleball
• Guided road & mountain biking

Phokaia Beach ResortFoca, Turkey

What Our guests say:

"Lovely hotel, outstanding food, friendly staff and lots of activities on offer. A perfect holiday"
November 2025

Best for:
• Poolside Cabanas
• Stunning beachfront resort
• Learning to sail in the sheltered bay

Key Activities available include:
• Sailing
• Windsurfing
• Kayaking
• Tennis
• Pickleball
• Road & mountain biking
• Beach volleyball

Aeolian Village Beach ResortLesvos, Greece

What our guests say:

"Simply fantastic. The people, the food, the service and particularly the childcare. Many thanks."
Thomas, October 2025

Best for:
• Windsurfing & wingsurfing - great winds here
• Spectacular beach
• Beach bars and beach walks

Key activities available include:
• Windsurfing
• Wing surfing & wing foiling
• Sailing
• Road and mountain biking
• Tennis & padel

Lemnos Beach ResortLemnos, Greece

What our guests say:

"Lovely location, easy transfer and great staff and activities... The restaurant had stunning views across the bay."
September 2025

Best for:
• Calm mornings (waterskiing) & breezy afternoons (sailing & windsurfing)
• Stunning sunsets
• Gentle, shelving beach is great for families

Key activities available include:
• Waterskiing & wakeboarding
• Sailing
• Windsurfing
• Tennis & pickleball
• Road & mountain biking

Why Mark Warner’s sports holidays in Europe stand out

Choosing an activity holiday should feel exciting, not complicated. Mark Warner brings sports, tuition, childcare and resort life together in one easy holiday experience, so guests can spend less time organising and more time getting involved. 

Expert resort teams

Guests consistently praise the friendliness, energy and attentiveness of Mark Warner’s resort teams. From activity staff to instructors and childcare teams, experienced people are on hand to help guests feel welcome, supported and confident throughout their stay.

Sports built into the holiday

With a wide choice of activities included, guests can try something new, revisit a favourite sport or build their days around the activities they enjoy most. The format makes it easy for solo travellers, couples, friends and families to take part without needing to plan every session separately. 

Quality coaching and tuition

Mark Warner’s activity programmes are supported by knowledgeable instructors who help guests progress safely at their own pace. Whether you are learning the basics or looking to improve, expert tuition adds confidence and structure to the experience.

Well organised activity programmes

The sports programme is a major part of what makes a Mark Warner holiday feel different. Activities are easy to access, equipment is available in resort and sessions are organised to help guests make the most of their time away, whether they want a full itinerary or a more flexible pace.

Kids’ clubs that keep families active

For families, structured kids’ clubs give children the chance to enjoy sports, games and activities of their own. This helps parents relax, join in with adult activities or spend quality time together, knowing younger guests are also getting a full holiday experience.

A naturally social way to travel

Mark Warner holidays are ideal for guests who enjoy being active with others. Group sessions, coaching and resort activities create a sociable atmosphere that works well for solo travellers, couples, groups of friends and families alike. 

Activity holidays for every type of traveller

However you like to travel, Mark Warner activity holidays make it easy to do more with your time away. With sports, group sessions, tuition and resort programmes built into the experience, you can be as active, social or relaxed as you like. 

Adults

Ideal for term-time travel, adult-friendly weeks give you the freedom to enjoy activities at your own pace. Join group sessions, try something new or make the most of quieter resort periods without needing to plan everything yourself. 

Solo travellers

Activity holidays are a natural fit for solo travel, with shared sports sessions and sociable resort formats making it easy to get involved. You can meet like-minded guests while still keeping plenty of flexibility in your day.

Couples £799pp

For couples, Mark Warner offers the best of both worlds: Time together and the chance to follow your own interests. Spend the morning on the water, join a fitness class or tennis session, then slow things down later in the day.

Friends and groups £799pp

Travelling with friends is simple when activities are already part of the holiday. Mix group sports, cycling, watersports and relaxed downtime, with plenty of choice for different energy levels and interests.

Families £799pp

For families, kids’ clubs help younger guests enjoy their own activities, games and sports, while adults can take part in sessions of their own. There are also plenty of ways to be active together, from watersports to tennis and time around the resort.

Specialist activity weeks with Mark Warner

For guests who want to focus on one sport, Mark Warner’s specialist activity weeks offer a more structured way to progress. Alongside the usual resort activities, selected weeks include dedicated coaching, group sessions and the chance to meet others with the same interests.

Tennis weeks

Improve your technique, match play and confidence on court with focused coaching sessions designed for regular players. 

Explore activity weeks

Sailing regatta weeks

Build your racing skills with dinghy and multihull sessions, tuition, clinics and feedback on the water.

Explore sailing weeks

Windsurf development weeks

Take your windsurfing further with dedicated coaching designed to help you progress beyond the basics.

Explore windsurfing weeks

Yoga retreat weeks

Slow things down with a more restorative week focused on movement, relaxation and time to reset.

Explore yoga weeks

Want to know more about a particular sport or activity?

Use the tiles below to explore further.
Sailing  Core included + 
Tennis  Core included + 
Watersports  Mostly included + 
Cycling  Guided tours included + 
Paddleboarding  Included + 
Pickleball  Included + 
Scuba  Extra cost + 
Windsurfing  Core included + 
Waterskiing  Extra cost + 
Fitness and wellbeing  Classes included + 
Kayaking  Included + 

Watersports

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Tennis, Padel & Pickleball

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Cycling

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Other Sports

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What our guests say about Mark Warner activity holidays

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FAQs

What is included in a Mark Warner activity holiday?

A Mark Warner activity holiday includes return flights from selected UK airports, resort transfers, beachside accommodation on at least a half-board basis, 20+ on-site sports and activities, expert tuition, kids’ activity clubs for ages 2 to 17, and ATOL protection.

Which activities are available on a Mark Warner activity holiday?

Activities vary by resort, but can include sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, tennis, padel, pickleball, cycling, fitness classes, scuba diving and waterskiing or wakeboarding at selected resorts.  See the activity comparison table for a full breakdown.

Are activity holidays suitable for beginners?

Yes. Many Mark Warner activities are suitable for beginners, with qualified instructors available to help guests get started and build confidence. Guests can also take part at their own pace, choosing between relaxed sessions, group activities and more structured tuition.

Are Mark Warner activity holidays suitable for adults?

Yes. Activity holidays are suitable for adults who want to stay active, try new sports or enjoy a more sociable holiday format. Group sessions, tuition and resort activity programmes make it easy to take part without organising everything independently.

Are activity holidays suitable for solo travellers?

Yes. Mark Warner activity holidays work well for solo travellers because group sports, tuition and social sessions make it easy to get involved and meet other guests. Activities such as watersports, cycling, tennis and fitness are available across the resort programme.

Are Mark Warner activity holidays good for families?

Yes. Mark Warner activity holidays are designed for families, with kids’ clubs and age-appropriate activity programmes available for children from 4 months to 17 years. Clubs for ages 2 and over are included in the holiday price, although spaces need to be booked before travel.

Are kids’ clubs included in the holiday price?

Kids’ clubs for children aged 2 and over are included in the holiday price, while childcare for younger children may cost extra. Children’s clubs include supervised sports, games and activities, with older children able to try activities such as sailing and windsurfing.

Can children take part in watersports?

Yes. Children can take part in selected watersports through age-appropriate kids’ clubs and supervised activity programmes. For example, Junior and Kidz Club programmes can include an introduction to sailing and windsurfing using junior equipment.

Do Mark Warner activity holidays include specialist activity weeks?

Yes. Mark Warner offers specialist activity and development weeks for guests who want to focus on a specific sport. These include tennis, windsurfing, yoga and sailing weeks across selected resorts in Greece and Turkey.

Do I have to take part in activities every day?

No. Mark Warner activity holidays are designed to be flexible, so guests can balance active sessions with time to relax. You can join group activities, try new sports or simply enjoy the resort, pool, beach and dining at your own pace. The one thing we would recommend is attending the beach briefing on your first day so you get to know exactly what's available and how it all works. Meaning you won't miss an introductory session for a sport you want to try out for example.