UCPA Continues To Expand Into Europe, North Africa And Central America With All-inclusive Planete Holidays

With more than 60 years of experience running action-packed, all-inclusive trips in the French Alps and coastal regions, UCPA – the non-profit holiday specialist – continues to expand its reach across the globe. The organisation’s Planète programme brings its trademark blend of coached activities, quality equipment, and social groups to an expanded list of destinations around the world.

• Not for profit activity holiday specialist with 60+ years of history in France, continues its recent expansion across the world
• UCPA Planete holidays offer the same great value all-inclusive experiences with selected partners
• Locations include Dakhla (Morocco), Fuerteventura (Canary Islands), Hurghada (Egypt), Lanzarote (Canary Islands), Naxos (Greece), Peniche (Portugal), Playa Del Carmen (Mexico) and Sicily (Italy).
• Activities include kitesurfing, scuba diving, surfing, wingfoiling, mixed sport and culture
• Holidays run all-year round from January to December

UCPA Planète holidays are designed for people that want activity led holidays shared with others, all at great value for money. Each trip is built around a specific sport or mix of outdoor activities and includes everything from coaching and equipment to accommodation, meals and local transfers. For those less active, the unique mixed Sport and Culture programmes offer a more relaxed experience.

Unlike traditional UCPA centres in France, Planète trips are run in partnership with carefully selected local providers. Guests stay in UCPA branded hotels, hostels or apartments rather than dorm-style lodges, and are offered meals either on-site or in local restaurants, depending on the destination. The result is a more flexible, international version of the classic UCPA experience – while retaining the same emphasis on community, activity and fun.

Holidays are offered at every skill level from complete beginner to seasoned expert, with instruction available. Many holidays run year-round, from January to December, with a wide range of disciplines on offer including kitesurfing, surfing, scuba diving, wingfoiling, and multi-activity cultural adventures.

Here’s a snapshot of what’s on offer:

• Dakhla, Morocco – One of the world’s top spots for kitesurfing, thanks to its vast lagoon and consistent wind conditions. Ideal for complete beginners or those looking to land their first jumps, the coaching and equipment here is second to none. 7 nights full-time kitesurfing (all levels) from £978pp, including full-board accommodation, instruction and equipment rental. action-outdoors.co.uk/worldwide-resorts/dakhla-morocco
• Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, Canary Islands – Both islands offer superb year-round wind and wave conditions, making them perfect for surfing, kiting and wingfoiling. UCPA trips here are ideal for anyone wanting to escape winter in Europe without going long-haul. 7 nights full-time surfing for beginners, from £801pp, including full-board accommodation, instruction and equipment rental. action-outdoors.co.uk/worldwide-resorts/fuerteventura-spain
• Naxos, Greece – A classic Greek island escape with a sporty twist. With warm, shallow waters and steady winds, Naxos is a fantastic location to learn or progress in windsurfing or kitesurfing, and to enjoy a laid-back mix of sport and culture. 7 nights of Discover Sport and Culture (all levels) from £845pp, including full-board accommodation, instruction and equipment rental. action-outdoors.co.uk/worldwide-resorts/naxos-greece
• Peniche, Portugal – Home to Europe’s most iconic surf breaks, including the famous Supertubos (famous wave and beach in Peniche). UCPA’s surf holidays here are tailored to all levels, with a focus on progression and fun in a sociable, easy-going setting. 7 nights full-time surf and yoga (all levels) from £792pp, including full-board accommodation, instruction and equipment rental. action-outdoors.co.uk/worldwide-resorts/peniche-portugal
• Hurghada, Egypt – A paradise for scuba divers, with clear waters and thriving coral reefs. UCPA’s diving programmes in Hurghada combine professional PADI instruction with relaxed Red Sea vibes and warm temperatures all year round. 7 nights full-time scuba diving for beginners, from £827pp, including full-board accommodation, instruction and equipment rental. action-outdoors.co.uk/worldwide-resorts/hurghada-egypt
• Playa del Carmen, Mexico – For those looking for something further afield, UCPA’s Mexico trips offer a blend of diving, exploration and cultural immersion, with visits to cenotes, Mayan ruins and famous Caribbean beaches. 7 nights fulltime freediving for beginners, from £1084pp, including full-board accommodation, instruction and equipment rental. action-outdoors.co.uk/worldwide-resorts/playa-del-carmen-mexico
• Sicily, Italy – Ideal for active travellers who want a taste of the Mediterranean lifestyle, with a mix of kitesurfing, cultural discovery and sunshine on the island’s west coast. 7 nights kitesurfing (available for beginners and improvers or without instruction), from £827pp, including full-board accommodation, instruction (where applicable) and equipment rental. action-outdoors.co.uk/worldwide-resorts/marsala-sicily

UCPA was set up 60 years ago (1965) to encourage young people to take part in outdoors sports. It has since developed into a not for profit organisation that provides sport holidays for a wide range of ages with a huge range of accommodation options. Each year over 240,000 people enjoy a sport holiday with UCPA, enjoying accessibility to outdoor sports regardless of social background, income or culture. UCPA also offers trips and tours to some of the best destinations for outdoor sports in 75 countries including Vietnam, Portugal and Brazil.

A total of 80 different sports activities are offered in UCPA centres all year round, including, skiing, surfing, mountaineering, diving, sailing and horse riding. During winter, UCPA centres operate in some of the top resorts in the Alps such as Val Thorens, Tignes, Val d’Isère and Chamonix. The holidays are always All Inclusive – lift passes, ski hire, all meals and guiding is included in the price. UCPA is the largest ski school in France and have their own instructor development program which allows young people to develop their career in sport instruction, whilst providing a strong base of instructors and guides to work within each centre for the whole season.

With everything included – instruction, equipment, meals and accommodation – the value of UCPA is hard to better, and the quality of coaching and gear remains true to UCPA’s high standards. More information about UCPA Planete is available HERE