The Month of Love has arrived, and romantic hearts are looking for ways to show the ones they cherish most just how much they care.
Whether seeking an ideal setting to pop the question, celebrating lifelong devotion or creating memorable moments, one of the sweetest options for local couples is to sign up for an enchanting excursion aboard one of St. Augustine Sailing’s six private luxury yachts.
With a glass of bubbly in hand, sweethearts will sail under a moonlit sky, taking in the beautiful waterways of the Nation’s Oldest City.
St. Augustine Sailing Sweetheart Packages include a variety of customizations, and each one can be enhanced with food and beverage additions available for purchase, including beer, wine, canned cocktails and specialty snacks.
And those who book for February will be able to preserve their precious memories with a mini-photoshoot aboard the boat for just $75. (This is a significant savings from the usual price of $375.) Couples arrive half an hour before sailing time, and the session with a professional photographer lasts 15 minutes. They will receive five unedited images.
Demand is high each Feb. 14 for romantic excursions, so St. Augustine Sailing has found a way to accommodate couples around that date.
“We’re offering the Sweetheart Packages for the whole month for those who want to celebrate their special occasion,” said co-owner Rose Ann Points.
The Sweetheart Packages vary in the particulars. Here’s a look at what’s available:
St. Augustine Sailing Enterprises is a luxury adventure experience that offers a range of sailing excursions to fit a variety of occasions and budgets. Public and private charters can be customized to create a unique experience. Popular options include private chef-prepared meals, premium beer and wine upgrades, and overnight adventures.
The yachts range from 35 to 44 feet in length. The company also has a catamaran.
“So for whatever experience they are wanting, we have a vessel that would suit them,” said Points.
St. Augustine Sailing also offers sailing lessons and membership in SailTime, a club allowing members to rent a boat at franchises nationwide.
For more information, go to sta-sail.com.