BeyondBeach (formerly Trek Adventures) Reviews

Name: BeyondBeach (formerly Trek Adventures)
Address: The Generator Hub, Quay House, The Gallery Kings Wharf, The Quay, Exeter, Devon
Rating: 4.89

4.9 Rating 189 Reviews

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of reviewers recommend BeyondBeach (formerly Trek Adventures)

4.9

Based on 189 reviews

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About BeyondBeach (formerly Trek Adventures):

Organising sailing, skiing and active holidays that are fun, friendly and professional since 2000.

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The Generator Hub, Quay House,
The Gallery Kings Wharf, The Quay,
Exeter
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BeyondBeach (formerly Trek Adventures) 5 star review on 28th August 2025

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“Just back from a very relaxing week in Lixouri. Both the staff at the family run hotel and the Beyond Beach staff could not have been more helpful and friendly. The enthusiasm of the instructors was fantastic. Between the 4 of us we paddle boarded; cycled; swum; kayaked sailed and windsurfed. I also did daily yoga classes with the lovely Nell. There was no pressure to do anything, but it was very nice just being able to use any equipment as and when you wanted to. Food at the hotel was fantastic, and we also went into Lixouri, which is 5 minute taxi ride away, for a few meals. Would highly recommend Beyond Beach and will probably use them again.”

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Posted 11 hours ago

“Wonderful holiday in a beautiful location.Friendly, competent staff, many activities on offer, very good safety support for all water sports. Would love to see Optimists introduced for younger children learning to sail!”

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Posted 1 day ago

Thank you so much for your review, it really helps us as a small business and we'll definitely pass on your message to the team. If you have 2 seconds to spare could you also VOTE FOR US ! We've been nominated for the British Travel Awards this year - it's all about guests votes so fingers crossed and we'd be extremely grateful. Click the link below and you'll also have the chance to win an amazing holiday... https://britishtravelawards.com/btaform.php?nomLink=260

Posted 15 hours ago

“We had such a great week with Beyond Beach at their Lixouri Beach club on Kefalonia. Everyone was so great - the family who ran the Lazaratos Hotel were so friendly and welcoming and the young people who ran all the activities were all very sweet and fun to be around, they all seemed really happy and they gave good tuition in sailing and windsurfing. We all tried some new sports, my daughter and I loved the yoga and pilates under a shady tree beside the beach and we both tried dinghy sailing and windsurfing which was great fun. My husband and son mainly like sailing, but they both enjoyed a windsurfing lesson too. The hotel has beautiful views from above the bay, it was so lovely eating in the restaurant daily, it's open sided so you could feel the breeze and watch the goings-on in the bay. Breakfast had a good choice, greek yoghurt and fruit, muesli, cereal, eggs,bacon, pastries, juice coffee - something for everyone. The evening meals were good, again with plenty of choice and a couple of themed nights. Lixouri is a short taxi ride away and great for a change of scenery in the evening with many restaurants. I'd recommend the holiday for anyone with active kids and if you have very young children in your group the beach is perfect for them as it's shallow water for many metres out and it doesn't shelve away steeply at any point. There is a nice pool at the hotel, beside which we had lunch every day, but we swam in the sea as it was always so warm and clear. There's a laid-back, vibe which I loved (we went out of the main school holiday season, when it was quieter) all the other guests were friendly and relaxed types. If you're an advanced-level dinghy sailor who wants to race every day then I'd say it's not the place for you and you possibly won't be challenged by the limited choice of boats on offer but there was at least plenty of wind the week we were there. As a mixed ability/enthusiasm-for-sailing family group it was perfect for us and we all had lots of fun on the water and we all found something to enjoy. It's great that they offer things like yoga and cycling too, so even if you don't want to go out on the water, you can still do something active. The staff in the UK office were very responsive to emails and were helpful in giving advice and information about transfers to and from the resort - for fun I wanted to take the ferry from Argostoli to Lixouri, rather than the taxi all the way from the airport, and they explained how to do that. Nell, our lovely yoga teacher at the resort, was very helpful at organising our taxi back to the airport and giving advice on the local area. Beyond Beach was definitely one of our very favourite summer holidays we've had as a family.”

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Posted 4 days ago

“Thanks everyone at Lixouri Beach for great week. The location is fantastic, accommodations food and of course the sailing is excellent. All the people including hotel staff are very friendly and helpful. See you guys again next year. Roger.”

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Posted 4 days ago

“This was our first experience of an activity holiday - the aim was to keep our teenage kids in the water and off their phones... and it was a huge success. The team at BB Lixouri were brilliant with us and the kids - we all oved the activities, but also that you can chill out when you want to. The hotel and family who run it were also lovely and the setting is stunning. Definitely recommended!”

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Posted 4 days ago

“We have just arrived back from another fantastic week with the Beyond Beach Flotilla. This was our second trip this season as we had so much fun on the June Delivery trip that we booked again to bring some friends along in August. Paul and Rory are the best team you could ask for - their endless patience and good humour is wonderful and they are so much fun to be around. We’ve had great wind this week and been lucky enough to drop anchor in tiny coves and swim to little beaches that are almost inaccessible from land. Cannot wait for next year.”

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Posted 4 days ago

“Our week at Beyond Beach Lixouri completely surpassed our expectations. We loved the intimate, family atmosphere, and the team were simply superb. Hugely impressed by their can do, positive attitudes, and their commitment to making your week a very special and personal experience. Highly recommended.”

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Posted 6 days ago

“We had a terrific family holiday which catered for all 3 of our generations. The staff were excellent, friendly and full of energy and enthusiasm. A good variety of activities were provided from sailing, to wind surfing, to yoga, volleyball and cycling. The children were well entertained so the adults had time to have a go at all the sports too. Altogether a great holiday.”

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Posted 1 week ago

“Fourth holiday with Beyond Beach (BB) in 3 years and still delighted with all of them. This summer we went to Stira Bay after a couple of trips in previous years to Lixouri Bay and have just finished our week in the Alps chalet. The BB team make the holidays special and we have felt very well looked after (including in the Alps by Beyond Beach owners James and Susie). They are more of a holiday package than a package holiday and at all the hotels and chalets we have felt independent and able to choose to what we wanted, underpinned by advice and activity options provided by BB team to guide us. Highly recommended.”

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Posted 1 week ago

“Had a lovely week at the Lixouri Bay beach club. Hugo and the team made us feel very welcome. The thing I like about Beyond Beach is that you can do as little or as much as you like and never feel judged. The location is ideal for water sports or just sitting on the Sandy beach. Agis and the hotel staff were so lovely too. For us Beyond Beach are the best of the bunch.”

BeyondBeach (formerly Trek Adventures) 5 star review on 29th August 2025

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Posted 1 week ago

“We had the most amazing week in Evia with the Beyond Beach Team. It was our second time at Stira Bay and we thoroughly enjoyed the activities, meeting new people and also hanging out with friends we had met on previous BB holidays. The beach team led by Michelle are superb and go above and beyond to make sure that everyone is looked after. There was a wider range of activities to choose from this year and we enjoyed the cycling, running and other classes that were on offer. The addition of beach towels also meant our cases were a bit lighter. The location of the hotel means that you can easily get into Nea Styra and the old town so lunches and dinners are nice and varied. We would definitely do a BB holiday again in the future as a family we thoroughly enjoyed it!”

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Posted 1 week ago

“I have just returned from Stira Bay holiday with 18 year old, Rugby playing son, Theo - we had a fantastic time and cannot wait to return!! Booking was easy, questions were all answered, the transfers from Athens to Evia were super-smooth, the hotel was in a beautiful location. But the best thing?? Was the Beyond Beach team led by Michelle - they were all so friendly, helpful and accommodating, nothing was ever a problem and we throughly enjoyed our time with them. Importantly there were plenty of boats, kayaks, paddle boards, bikes and other equipment for everyone - we never had to wait for anything. And such a great variety of activities- we always planned to make the early morning swims and exercise sessions but some late nights socialising with other families, with too many fabulous Majitos and Pina Coladas, meant we didn’t quite manage to make any of them! Next time. We can’t wait to return next year! And I have included one photo which sums our week up. A massive THANKS to the Stira Bay Team”

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Posted 1 week ago

“5 stars isn't enough to summarise our experience with Beyond Beach and the knowledgeable staff we encountered throughout the booking process. Our flotilla holiday with Rory and Paul our skippers was nothing short of awesome. From the moment of the first detailed briefing we set sail on the sparkling waters of the Ionian Sea, we knew we were in expert hands. Rory and Paul brought the perfect balance of professionalism, knowledge, and good humour—always making sure we felt safe, confident, and completely at ease on the water. The Ionian itself was breathtaking: hidden coves, crystal-clear bays, and charming harbours where every stop felt like a postcard come to life. Evenings were unforgettable—anchoring in secluded spots, sharing laughter and stories with new friends, and some of us choosing to sleep in the cockpit under a stunning tapestry of stars with the gentle rocking of the boat! What really set this trip apart, though, was the atmosphere Rory and Paul created. They struck the perfect note between adventure and relaxation—teaching us along the way, encouraging us to hone our sailing technique, and then knowing exactly when to step back so we could just soak in the beauty of it all. It wasn’t just a sailing holiday—it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience of connection, freedom, and pure joy. We left with sun on our faces, rejuvenated and wiser with memories we’ll treasure forever. If you’re looking for an unforgettable Ionian adventure, you couldn’t hope for better skippers or a more magical experience. At the end of the flotillia we weren't ready to leave Kefalonia, we chose to spend a further 10 days at this beautiful villa just a few minutes from Sami harbour www.kefalonia-walnuttree.co.uk/”

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Posted 1 week ago

“First time with an activity holiday like this and it truly was one of best holidays we've had. The Venus beach hotel location is stunning, staff super friendly and worked so hard with a smile and genuine commradery on show. Evie was a master helping our boys go from never sailing before, through their RYA level 1 and joining in a regatta at the end of a week and was so kind and encouraging with them. We ate breakfast by the sea, had gorgeous early morning paddle board tours, bike rides, 5km runs along the beach, fitness classes for all levels and hosted by the personable and skilled team. Would definitely rebook with Beyond Beach again. Thanks to Michelle, Mia and the whole beach team for everything.”

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Posted 2 weeks ago

“We have had an amazing holiday at Vaujany with Beyond Beach this summer. From the check-in emails prior to travel we knew that we would be well looked after during there and we were. Alun, Susie and James couldn't have been more welcoming, always checking with us to make sure we were ok, providing detailed information and recommendations on what to do in the area and then arranging activities for us, going above and beyond to make our holiday something to remember. The food was always top quality with a special mention to the cakes upon our return to the chalet each afternoon, the daily yoga was an added bonus. So many different activities to do, walks in the mountains and up to the waterfall, mountain biking down the mountain and sedately along the river, white water rafting and activities on the lake were all on offer plus lots we didn't get experience. A holiday to remember and we are already talking about going back next year for new adventures!”

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Posted 2 weeks ago

“We have just returned from a fantastic week at Lixouri Bay! The booking process was very easy with the UK office answering my many questions in advance of our trip. Transfer to & from the airport in Kefalonia was efficient with the taxi company messaging me in advance to combine us into a minibus with another family to save costs. The family run Lazaratos Hotel was fabulous, be prepared for it being out of town though with no facilities or shops nearby, we took a taxi into town with two other guests when we arrived for E10 each way and stocked up on lots of bottled water, drinks & snacks for the room etc. But the beauty of it being out of town was that we felt our 13 yr old son was safe walking from the hotel to the beach with his new friends. From everyone sitting not really talking on the first night by the end of the week we felt like we knew everyone & made some lovely friends! Great buffet food on the inclusive nights and always something that our fussy eater could eat. Great choice of delicious food at lunchtime from the poolside bar. The beach facilities were great with lots of different sized windsurf sails & boards available. My husband was on one of the three catamarans every day whilst i enjoyed the single hand Topaz boats. We didn't go to any of the organized sessions as we can already sail so cant comment on those. Our only niggle was that the staff took a while to accept that we (including our son) could sail and let us take boats out in windier conditions. We would definitely go back.”

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Posted 2 weeks ago

“Our family of four, including two teenage boys, had a fabulous week learning to sail yachts out of Lixouri. Our instructor Shirley was a fantastic teacher, with incredible depth of experience that she passed on with patience and good humour; but also great company to have with us on the boat every day. We couldn't believe how much we grew in confidence and ability as the week went by. We're already planning to go back to do the flotilla holiday, and put our new skills to use. On shore, Lixouri was a lovely town to have as our base, and gave us a week of great eating and drinking in its bars, restaurants and bakeries. This is our second holiday with Beyond Beach - we also went 7 years ago to the dinghy sailing in Kefalonia - and we love the way they deliver a high quality experience with such a laid back attitude. They seem to have the knack of seeing the holiday from the guests' point of view, and then doing everything to make it as fun and relaxing as possible.”

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Posted 2 weeks ago

“Our family's holiday with Beyond Beach Alpine Club in Vaujany was nothing short of spectacular. Every day was a new adventure that somehow topped the one before. Our kids, ages 9 and 13, were completely in their element with everything from thrilling high ropes and epic mountain biking to breathtaking alpine hikes and a daunting Via Ferrata. Us adults loved every minute of it, too! The activities on offer around Vaujany felt like endless adventure. We explored via the cable cars, used the amazing Le Collet with its sports and outdoor nature pool, and discovered a host of other options. This place is truly a hidden gem in the Alps. We even managed to find time to grab some fantastic burgers from Shred Burgers! But not quite as good as the delicious BBQs cooked for us at the Chalet! The team at the chalet—James, Susy, Jamima, and Alun—were fantastic hosts. They took care of every detail, making sure nothing was ever too much trouble. We all need a James in our lives to just handle everything in the background! Coming home to one of Susy's or Jamima's amazing afternoon cakes became the perfect daily essential, and their excellent yoga sessions were an added bonus. The community atmosphere in the chalet was a wonderful bonus, and we loved spending a week with so many like-minded families. This is a holiday that will live long in our memories. It was our first trip with Beyond Beach. Our feeling after this trip is that they’re brilliant holiday company run by brilliant people.”

BeyondBeach (formerly Trek Adventures) 5 star review on 20th August 2025

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Posted 2 weeks ago

“We had the most fantastic time on our Alpine holiday. The chalet felt like a real home-from-home and was the perfect base to return to after a day in the mountains. It had such a welcoming atmosphere and was just as lovely for relaxing as it was for gearing up for another adventure. The range of activities on offer was incredible and there was something for the whole family - every day was filled with new adventures against the most spectacular scenery. James was brilliant at helping us organise everything so we could just focus on enjoying ourselves – nothing was ever too much trouble. The yoga with Jemima was amazing too. The food was another highlight. Susy’s cakes in the afternoon were absolutely delicious and became something we all looked forward to each day! The BBQ evenings were also excellent, with so much food and a great atmosphere. We would never have thought of the Alps as a summer holiday destination, but having been on a Beyond Beach trip to Stira Bay before we trusted the company and decided to try something new. Now the only problem is that we don’t know how we’ll choose each summer between their beach or alpine holidays…maybe the answer is to just do both!?”

BeyondBeach (formerly Trek Adventures) 5 star review on 19th August 2025

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Posted 3 weeks ago

“Just returned from a fantastic holiday at Stira Bay. Really couldn't fault it, the staff are friendly, enthusiastic and knowledgeable, the kit is excellent, so many activities I'm not sure I ever managed to sit down on a lounger. Excellent communication leading up to the holiday as well. We've been on a couple of Mark Warner holidays, and this was every bit as good, if not better in some areas - there were always staff on the beach ready to give an impromptu lesson or tips, it was very relaxed and flexible which really suited us. If you're thinking about booking go for it, you won't regret it!”

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Posted 3 weeks ago

BeyondBeach (formerly Trek Adventures) is rated 4.9 based on 189 reviews