The world's best independent fishing holidays

Its time to start thinking about packing your rod and reel!

FishingThis year may be the year you catch your career record fish, on one of thousands of fishing lakes and rivers around the world. Each stretch provides a brand new challenge, and with so many idyllic spots to discover, why go fishing in the same area twice? Whether you are fly fishing or coarse fishing, HomeAway Holiday-Rentals lists idyllic fishing lodges on some of the finest fishing lakes and rivers in the world, perfect for unforgettable fishing holidays.

Fishing holidays in private fishing lodges don't only benefit your coarse and fly fishing experiences; taking a holiday rental lodge also means that you are free to explore the whole region. Any members of your family or fishing trip who are not keen to spend a whole holiday fishing, can visit the numerous attractions and enjoy the activities of the area, leaving you free to go fishing! Your fishing lodge acts as a wonderful base to meet in the evenings and cook your catch.



Top Five Fishing Holiday Destinations

Fishing Holidays in FranceFishing Holidays in France
Coarse fishing is particularly popular, although there are some magnificent trout fishing rivers in France. Fishing holidays in France are particularly popular due to the combination of excellent fishing, stunning scenery and mouth-watering cuisine.

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Fishing Holidays in ScotlandFishing Holidays in Scotland
With over 6,000 lochs and 100 top salmon and trout fishing rivers, fly fishing holidays in Scotland are absolutely world class. Fishing holidays on rivers including the Tay, Tweed and Spey are the envy of top fishermen worldwide.

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Fishing Holidays in CanadaFishing Holidays in Canada
Awe-inspiring scenery, absolute peace, amazing wildlife and some of the best fly fishing in the world, fishing holidays in Canada cannot be beaten for relaxation and quality of sport; especially in Alberta and British Columbia.

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Fishing Holidays in IrelandFishing Holidays in Ireland
Offering a wonderful range of leisure fishing, as well as a vast array of activities for any non-fishing member of your family, fishing holidays in Ireland are perfect for families and large groups on holiday together.

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Fishing Holidays in EgyptFishing Holidays in Egypt
The shores of Lake Nasser in Egypt have seen many world record fish being landed. Fishing safaris in Egypt are sensational, with fishermen often catching the largest freshwater fish of their careers, all under the blazing Egyptian sun.

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Whether you are trout fishing, pike fishing or coarse fishing, you must observe local rules and ethics of the local fishing lakes and rivers. In most countries, permits are easily obtained from both tourist information centres and tackle shops, and you can almost always pry local knowledge and tips with ease! If you can, reading a fishing guide for your destination before setting out on a fishing holiday is priceless, saving you time and ensuring your bag is filled with suitable fishing gear for local conditions.

Thankfully, the open season changes around the world, meaning that once the season ends in Europe, fishing holidays around the world in locations like South Africa and New Zealand are just starting, allowing year round salmon, pike and trout fishing! The leisure fishing industry is truly global, and no matter how long you have been taking fishing holidays, there are still countless idyllic spots in which to tie your fly or bait your hook and go fishing in complete tranquillity.

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Puerto Banus Upper Level of Self-Contained Villa Xmas Deals Available
Spain , Andalucia , Malaga Province (Costa del Sol) , West Costa del Sol , Marbella area , Puerto Banus - Nueva Andalucia
Wonderful home-from-home accommodation in a spacious villa with lovely pool and garden which are lovingly maintained by the owners, who live throughout the year in the apartment downstairs. The Villa has two double bedrooms and a 3rd Optional Bed... [full details of property 420750]

La Darsena at Lake Orta for an incomparable relaxing vacation
Italy , Piedmont , Novara , Lake Orta
This is a rare, romantic small Villa directly on the water of Lake Orta, one of the most beautiful Lakes in Europe. The Villa is situated on a private road at the waters edge, close to the town of Orta san Giulio, the small “capital” of the Lake. ... [full details of property 70876]

Fuengirola- Air Conditioned Beach and Town Centre Apartment
Spain , Andalucia , Malaga Province (Costa del Sol) , West Costa del Sol , Fuengirola
This apartment is perfectly located being close to the beach and the centre of Fuengirola. It has air conditioning(or heating ) to the lounge/diner and main bedroom, a new kitchen with granite work top, Bosch oven and vitro ceramic hob and dishwas... [full details of property 7425]

Luxury villa on the waterfront in Torre Archirafi - Sicily - Italy
Italy , Sicily , Catania , Riposto
Villa 'Le ancore' is located in front of sea, on 'Ionic Riviera', the East coast of Sicily, in Torre Archirafi, between Taormina and Catania. It's a Mediterranean and luxurious villa with private access to the beach, a wide portico and a large ter... [full details of property 408746]

19th Century Stone Farmhouse in Idyllic Countryside
France , Midi-Pyrenees , Aveyron
Our farmhouse dates from 1881 and retains its original features (stonework, exposed oak beams, bread oven). We are situated deep in the Aveyron countryside, 500 metres from our nearest neighbour, with a 2 acre south facing garden and fantastic vie... [full details of property 18964]

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