SPOTLIGHT ON… ITHACA
Ithaca is a truly stunning place to visit; a beautiful green island, home to large areas of olive groves, vineyards and an amazing coastline with rock formations that are made up of Mother of pearl and limestone. Whilst on the trip you will have the opportunity to visit coves, caves, and other wonderful locations which are inaccessible by road and have only been visited by a few people over the years. It truly is an unforgettable journey...
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SWIMMING IN GUERNSEY BY CATE - OUR BIG BLUE SWIM GUIDE
Well, for me, I’m lucky enough to wear many different costumes in my working life (not just the lycra kind) after giving up my full-time position as a Science teacher. Some days I am a cycling instructor, developing confidence in children on the road, whilst other days I am working with HGV drivers who are...
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SPOTLIGHT ON… CRETE
The island of Crete has become one of the most popular areas in Greece. Its crystal clear waters, rich and diverse 9000 year history and stunning beaches not to mention the eclectic cuisine are just some...
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A SWIMMING JOURNEY BY NOA - OUR BIG BLUE SWIM GUIDE
Our Big Blue guides certainly cannot wait to get back into the waters with you this summer, supporting your open water swimming journey in Greece. One of our more ‘senior’ guides, Noa, currently lives in Crete and is lucky enough to take in the stunning views of the island every day. Noa has had an interesting swimming journey throughout his life, (particularly when he met an ex-navy...
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NEW YEAR, NEW CHALLENGES! BY ALY - OUR BIG BLUE SWIM GUIDE
After our Big Blue Swim Guide, Greg shared his interesting experience swimming in the cold waters of Scotland, we invited another one of our wonderful guides, Aly to share the new year challenge she set herself for 2021. Aly lives in Zimbabwe, which is a land-locked country, but that’s where swimming pools come in...
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winter swimming in scotland - by greg hincks our Big Blue Guide
Our guides love what they do but, of course, it’s not a job they do all year round! You might be wondering what a Big Blue Guide does during the ‘off-season’ period, away from the warm, calm waters of Crete, Santorini or the Ionian Sea...
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POOL vs OPEN WATER SWIMMING - DIFFERENCES, BENEFITS & PREPARATION
Have you ever thought about getting out of the pool and diving headfirst into open water? If you have already taken the plunge, we can imagine you have noticed distinct differences between...
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SWIMRUN - WHAT IS IT AND HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED?
This year The Big Blue Swim is thrilled to be offering a bespoke Swimrun training camp in collaboration with coach Jack Maitland and The Sports Ashram. The event will begin at the end of May on the Greek islands of...
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DRYLAND SWIMMING - HOW YOU CAN STILL PRACTICE YOUR TECHNIQUE DURING POOL CLOSURES
The UK and many countries across the world have recently been hit by another national lockdown which has had a direct effect on leisure facilities, inclusive of swimming pools. As avid swimmers, we like to work on our fitness and technique in the water as much as possible and therefore need another outlet to practice!
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OPEN WATER SWIMMING INCREASES DRAMATICALLY DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC
This year has certainly been challenging, and with most leisure activities closed throughout 2020, it has proven difficult for many people to keep up with their fitness hobbies. However, it certainly hasn’t deterred swimmers who have taken…
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THE TOP BEACHES IN LEFKADA
Lefkada island is perfect for open water swimming as it is surrounded by the beautiful Ionian Sea. The waters here are rich in colour as well as clear, calm and safe.
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The Couple’s Holiday Everybody Should Try
Whether you’re a brand new couple or you’ve been together for years and years, going on holiday together is a great way to strengthen your bond and try something new and exciting together.
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