St. Augustine Sailing’s newest offering is a true creation from the heart. Inspired by precious family heirlooms, High Tea Adventure – A Legacy of Love offers an enchanting mother-daughter experience like no other.
Elegance meets adventure on a truly unique sail, with departures available daily at 1 p.m. and again at 3:30 p.m. St. Augustine Sailing offers various luxury sailing experiences from their home port at the Camachee Cove Yacht Harbor Marina, 3076 Harbor Drive, St. Augustine.
“This sail holds a very special place in my heart,” said Rose Ann Points, owner and captain at St. Augustine Sailing. “Both my grandmother and mother were drawn to the ritual of tea, collecting teapots, which I have now started to collect. I lost my mother, Doralee, five years ago, and I wanted to do something memorable as a tribute to her. We’ve combined my love of the sea with her love of high tea, and I think she would have adored it!”
The High Tea Adventure sets sail on St. Augustine Sailing’s luxury Lagoon 40-foot catamaran, Wind Dancer. This multihull sailboat is ideal for a tea party – stable yet well-appointed. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their finest hats, gloves, costume jewelry and whimsical accessories. The crew will serve a traditional high tea: freshly baked scones, delicate finger sandwiches and decadent pastries paired with a selection of fine teas to sip and savor.
While guests enjoy the spread, the captain will guide the yacht toward St. Augustine’s picturesque bayfront, pointing out historic landmarks and keeping an eye out for dolphins, turtles and other wildlife. Upon returning to the dock, each guest receives a special commemorative gift box containing a beautifully packaged teacup, saucer, stirring spoon and embroidered cloth napkin – a lasting memento of a high seas high tea adventure.
The two-hour excursion can accommodate up to 10 guests. To book the High Tea Adventure – A Legacy of Love cruise, go to sta-sail.com/high-tea-adventure.
“This sail offered me the chance to reflect on the laughter, love, and cherished memories I shared with my mother,” said Points. “My hope is that generations can come together on our yachts and create their own memories that they can treasure for years to come.”
