Welcome abroad the
Brigantine Florette!
As we look forward to 2025, Florette is thrilled to announce our return to the captivating Mediterranean, with a special focus on the Western region. Our journey begins this early spring in Malta! With climate change extending the Mediterranean season, we now enjoy longer sailing periods, allowing us to experience the early bloom of spring and the mild warmth of late November. Picture sea temperatures reaching 24°C and daytime highs up to 28°C—ideal for sailing, hiking, and swimming! By avoiding the bustling tourist season, we immerse ourselves in the tranquility and stunning beauty of the Mediterranean at its finest. We will launch the season in the south, departing from the charming island of Malta, offering both short getaways and extended voyages to the historic shores of Sicily, Calabria, and the captivating Aeolian Islands.
As late spring unfolds, we'll head north to the breathtaking Amalfi Coast, exploring the idyllic islands of Capri and Ischia, celebrated for their beauty and charm. Our adventure continues to Sardinia, where we'll spend several weeks discovering the picturesque east coast. During the peak summer heat, Florette will take a pause, waiting for the autumn breezes to resume our adventures. In 2025, we will offer a variety of activities in collaboration with our partners, featuring expeditions and voyages focused on hiking and sailing, or sea kayaking and nature exploration for our young sailors. We also offer exclusive group charters and B2B voyages, providing exceptional opportunities for unforgettable experiences aboard our majestic 100-year-old wooden Brigantine.
Captain Ron and the Haynes family extend a warm invitation to join them aboard the historic Tallship Florette. As part of the crew, you'll embark on an unforgettable journey, sailing a storied windjammer while preserving its rich maritime legacy. Welcome to the Florette family—where adventure, camaraderie, and timeless memories await on an extraordinary voyage ahead!
Create Unforgettable Memories
Overall an excellent voyage!
Our activities, principles and values
Sailing under "Historical Tallship Sailing Ltd," the Haynes family proudly operates and preserves the Florette, a magnificent wooden brigantine that's over 100 years old. As the last of its kind, the Florette offers an unparalleled adventure for tour operators, organizations, groups, families, and individual sailors alike. Embark on a journey to explore the sea, discover new lands, and immerse yourself in diverse cultures with this one-of-a-kind experience!
We offer and promote environmentally friendly and sustainable tourism. By sailing together, we also support the preservation of our valuable maritime tradition. You can come onboard as voyage crew and actively participate in sailing and onboard life; all in a family atmosphere. We have also supported expeditions and environmental research on climate change and ocean pollution for two generations. With the trademark ECOSHIP and the associated interesting projects such as cargo under sail, with our own coffee brand "VELA VELA", we maintain our values and maritime tradition.
Why us?
- Exclusive charters and expeditions for groups of up to 30 people
- Active adventure holidays for clubs and families, including activities such as volcano hiking
- Sail training
- Sport holidays, such as diving or sea kayaking
- Cultural and historical re-enactments
- Management training location, or a platform for networking events
- Language courses
- Incentive holidays
- Film work and cinema productions
- B&B, mobile base camp for expeditions
- Private events such as birthday parties and weddings
- Promotion of environmental projects, such as our own ECOSHIP labels
- Cargo under sail with own coffee brand "VELA VELA"