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Things To Do In And Around Chilliwack
When visiting Chilliwack in Canada you may wish to venture out and experience some non-fishing activities and this place has lots on offer. So why not set aside a couple of days of your holiday and go and explore. If you wish to add some extra days to your fishing holiday, just ask one of the Sportquest Holidays team and […]
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Top 13 Hosted Fishing Destinations
Every year our hosted trips become increasingly popular and sell out very quickly. This is due to them being cheaper than travelling as a single angler, the expert advice, the experience of our hosts, and the exclusive destinations we have. Below we have listed our top 13 hosted trips, in no particular order. Crocodile Bay fishing resort – Costa Rica […]
The best Family Fishing Holidays
For many years Sportquest Holidays has been sending happy customers all over the world in search of their dream fishing locations. What we have started to find is that the angler is now, more and more, wanting places to go that are a little more family-friendly. Some fishing locations around the world, you will find the accommodation to be ok […]
Why you need to buy travel insurance at the same time you book your holiday
If you’ve booked a holiday and are already counting down the days, we advise taking the time in advance to buy yourself travel insurance. While none of us want to think about things that could go wrong in the time between booking and jetting off – for example, illness, bereavement or redundancy – taking out a policy early could potentially […]
Best Freshwater Fishing Trips Worldwide
We can send you all over the world on some of the best freshwater fishing trips available. We have incredible destinations to Thailand, Canada, Sweden, Brazil and Spain. All of which allow you to target some incredible species. Additionally, all our holidays are fully packaged meaning you do not have to worry about anything. Below are some of our top […]
Short-haul flight Fishing Destinations
For many years Sportquest Holidays have searched the world high and low so we can bring you some of the most exciting fishing destinations known to mankind and not always do we have to look far. Some of the best waters can be found by only travelling a few hours by plane. Places such as the might River Ebro in […]
Species Spotlight: Mirror Carp
Name: Mirror Carp Also known as: Scaleys, Mirrors, Leathers, Leather carp Scientific name: Cyprinus carpio Description The difference between this type of Carp and their wild ancestors, the Common Carp, is both genetic and visual. The Mirror Carp was the first genetic mutation of Common Carp. Common Carp have a regular scale pattern with even-sized scales on the body, whereas mirrors have […]
Species Spotlight: Common Carp
Name: Common Carp Also known as: Commons Scientific Name: Cyprinus Carpio Description Common Carp Cyprinus Carpio are normally a dark brown/bronze colour and the body is covered in a mesh-like scale pattern all over its body with large a dorsal fin. The head has an underslung mouth specifically for bottom-feeding in the rivers, lakes and small ponds it resides in. […]
Species Spotlight – Rainbow Trout
Rainbow Trout are a species of Trout that inhabit freshwater areas around the world. These fish are targeted by many anglers who love the fight these fish can give on light tackle. Add to this the stunning colours the Rainbow Trout inhabits then you can see why anglers head out to catch Rainbow Trout and then release them after taking […]
