Extraordinary Adventure For Teens—On Vintage Sailboats
Teens: Make this summer special. Join us in the Channel Islands and on the French Atlantic coast for an impact yachting expedition on eye-popping gaff-rig pilot cutters.
Come join an international crew of teenagers, catch the wind, and explore the magical coastlines of western France and the Channel Islands on our spectacular gaff-rig yachts. It really is as amazing as it sounds.
There’s no better way to learn the sport of traditional sailing while expanding your horizons (and having an absolute blast) than setting out with QBE along spectacular coastlines in our off-the-beaten-path corner of Europe!
Nothing beats the camaraderie, daily adrenaline rushes, and game-changing personal satisfaction of small-yacht team sailing on gaff-rig cutters. And nothing beats the old-world charm of coastal Brittany and the Channel Islands.
So why not feel the wind in your hair this summer? Go find your deck shoes and join an impressive group of crewmates for a live-aboard sailing expedition that beats just about any other outdoor adventure option hands down.
ITINERARIES ASHORE INCLUDE:
✅ Historic sites
✅ Museums
✅ Local festivals
✅ Cultural attractions
✅ Sampling some tantalizing dessert crêpes with new friends at iconic French cafés.
Instruction is in English. Assistance with transportation logistics available.
—In 2023, we welcomed three international crews, including young expeditioners from the UK, France, the United States, Croatia, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Norway, Poland, Greece, Canada, Turkey/Portugal, Switzerland, and New Zealand.
“As a parent l can say that my daughter’s three weeks with QBE in August 2023 [was] the single most remarkable experience of her life. […] To say that it was a sailing trip does not do justice to her ‘growing up’ experiences.”
—M. Brosnan, Cork, Ireland
Expeditions in June, July, and August.
Fees start at 3,000€/US$3,300 for two weeks (June).
Expert sailing instruction.
Jet fuel for teenage self-confidence.
A treasure trove of university application essay ideas.
Contact Us
Join us this June, July, or August. Hurry! Places are always limited. Apply online or send us a message to start a conversation about one of the most exceptional—and unique—summer enrichment opportunities available anywhere for 15–18-year olds.