Offshore Sailing School

Location: Captiva Island, FL; Fort Meyers Beach, FL; St. Petersburg, FL; St. Michaels, MD

What it Entails: During six hours of hands-on experience aboard a 26-foot sailboat, learn sailing basics, from docking and steering to knot tying. There's ample time for relaxation: You choose how to divvy up those six hours over a two-day resort stay.

The Details: Rates start at $855 per person (including resort accommodations); classes offered year-round in FL, April-October in MD; offshoresailing.com