How does it compare with a tennis resort?

A resort gives you one base with its own courts, shared with other guests. On a yacht your base travels with you, so you reach different clubs and coves without changing hotels, and the group is private. A resort is simpler if you would rather stay in one place or want junior programs and typical hotel amenities on site.

Is it more expensive than a typical tennis holiday?

It depends what you compare. For a group of 8-10 on a yacht for a full week, all-in may be roughly €3,000 to €4,500 per person, covering lodging, meals, crew, court fees, and airport transfers, before flights and extras. It isn’t the cheapest way to play tennis abroad, but the cost is comparable to other types of tennis holidays, and the experience is extraordinary. Resort hotels and training camp prices vary widely, so compare key components like: lodging, meals, court fees, transfers, etc. We’re happy to send a customized cost estimate for your group size.

Can it work as a base for players and teams between tournaments?

Yes. In fact, it suits it very well. Time aboard, between tournament events or alongside training sessions, gives players rest and recovery without impacting their training rhythm. If need be, we can arrange hitting partners, coaching sessions, gyms with modern cardio and strength equipment, and healthy regional meals, all planned around your tournament schedule and commitments. It also works as a reward after a strong result, as a team-bonding experience, and complements your existing training program. For sponsors and social channels, we can facilitate on-location content creation and work with your agency or brand reps to realize engaging media opportunities. Tell us the dates either side of your events and we’ll see what fits.

Do we all need to be the same level?

No. Mixed-level groups are quite the norm. We pair people up and tailor court time to the group, and can arrange friendly local players to hit with, if desired.

Can non-players come along?

Absolutely! Swimming, exploring coves and villages, shopping the bazaar, street markets and artisan boutiques, visiting beach clubs, eating at local tavernas and seaside restaurants, and leisurely time aboard mean non-players have plenty to do while others are on court.

Can we go for fewer than seven nights?

Most yachts have a seven-night minimum. Shorter stays of around three or four nights may be possible when a yacht has a gap in its calendar, so ask us about your dates.

When is the best time to go?

May to October gives the most reliable weather for both tennis and sailing, with July and August the warmest and busiest.

Updated October 2026 · 4 min read

A tennis holiday by yacht vs. a typical tennis holiday

Tennis by Sea plans private, crewed yacht trips around Bodrum, Türkiye, centered around tennis. Compared with a typical resort or academy, you play as much or as little as you like, according to your own schedule, and experience the food, culture, and scenery more fully.

At a glance

Why groups choose Tennis by Sea

Fresh courts each day, swim in coves only reachable by boat, experience local food and culture
A few casual conversations plan the whole trip, from courts to meals to routes
Play for every level, with court time shaped around your group
Your room aboard travels with you nearby, no time wasted in traffic or lengthy drives
Just your group, looked after by a captain, crew and chef
A quiet, private base between events, with time to rest and recover

A tennis camp or resort may suit you better if…

You want intensive coaching and technical improvement above all else
You’re traveling solo and want to meet other travelers (e.g. singles)
You want the lowest cost, or one fixed all-inclusive price
You’d rather stay in one place on land
You need junior programs or on-site childcare

Not sure? Tell us about your group and we'll give you an honest answer. Get in touch.

Side by side

The highlighted column is Tennis by Sea. Comparisons are based on typical offerings. Individual academies and resorts vary.

Tennis by Sea compared with a tennis camp or academy, a tennis resort or hotel, and planning a trip yourself
	Tennis by Sea	Tennis camp or academy	Big resort or hotel	Plan it yourself
Best for	Private groups who want to play tennis and enjoy exploring the area by sea, with a flexible schedule and a different court experience each day	Structured coaching and improvement	Easy, all-in-one stays with courts on site	Maximum control, if you enjoy planning
Where you stay	A fully-crewed yacht. Go where you like, wake up to new vistas every morning	Hotel or villa near the academy	One hotel, one place	One or several hotels
Who’s there	Just your party, typically 6-10 (up to 36 on select yachts)	Shared with other guests, grouped by level	Shared with other guests	Just your party
Tennis schedule	Your choice: daily, twice daily, most days, or just a few, with rest and leisure in between	Typically a fixed daily schedule of clinics and drills	Court slots or clinics, often shared	Whatever you can book
A typical day	Morning tennis matches among olive groves, lunch and a swim in a peaceful cove, a day of exploration in nearby villages, dinner onboard or at a seaside taverna, a night on the town or relaxing on deck with good friends under the stars	Clinic blocks, then time at the facility	Courts, the pool and the resort	Depends on what you booked
Courts	The best clubs and surfaces on the peninsula, hand-picked for your group	The academy’s own facility	The hotel’s courts	Whatever you find
Beyond tennis	Swimming coves, beach clubs, dining ashore, nightlife, shopping, hiking, exploring Aegean culture and history	Limited by the schedule	Resort amenities	Up to you
Coaching	Optional lessons and coaching, arranged specifically for your level and goals	The core of the offer	Often available	Arrange it yourself
Planning effort	Minimal: we plan it all, according to your preferences	Minimal	Minimal	Considerable: you book hotels, courts, transfers, meals and activities

What's different about it

Not a hotel or resort
Your yacht travels with you along the coast, so every day starts somewhere new.
Your private group
Just your party, with a crew including a chef. No random tourists, no shared timetable.
Flexible schedule
Tennis most days, rest days when you like, activities timed with the pace of your group.
Easy itinerary
Route, yacht, courts, transfers and reservations, planned your way.

Between tournaments or tours?

A quiet, private base with daily hitting, a swim and a chef can make a good reset between events. Where yacht calendars allow, we can plan a shorter stay around your dates.

Ask about your dates

What it costs

One yacht, shared by the group, so the per-person figure falls as the group grows. As an illustration, 8-10 guests for a full week come to roughly €3,000–4,500 each, all in, covering the yacht, crew and chef, VAT, provisioning, court fees and airport transfers. Flights and lessons are extra. Exact figures depend on the yacht, dates and group. More on cost.

Questions

A private, crewed yacht trip built around tennis. You sleep and eat chef-prepared meals aboard (with a few onshore dining experiences), play on courts along the Bodrum coast in the mornings or afternoons, and spend time in between swimming, sailing and exploring. Every trip is planned around your group. See how it works.

A camp or academy centers on coaching, usually with a fixed daily schedule and shared groups. Tennis by Sea centers on playing: a private group, a flexible schedule and a different court each day, with lessons optional. It's more about the overall pleasure of both the tennis and travel experiences taken together. If your main goal is structured technical improvement, a dedicated academy may suit you better. If you want tennis and travel with friends, this is built for that.

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