A life under sail could be yours

The barquentine

‘Thalassa’, owned by Captain Jacob Jan Dam, is an imposing and seaworthy tall ship. This three-master is one of the most beautiful and fastest vessels of the Dutch fleet. Rigged according to old traditions, she is fitted with modern safety conveniences to combine adventurous sailing with comfortable enjoyment.

Thalassa was built in 1980 in the traditional way and designed as a barquentine. Therefore, the foremast has transverse rigging whilst the main mast and the mizzen mast have longitudinal rigging. The warm atmosphere, her tastefully decorated saloon and the comfortable cabins (each with their own shower and washbasin) ensure that guests on board Thalassa immediately feel at home.

Her programme of voyages usually includes one or more legs of the Tall Ships Races, Whisky tours and Mile-makers. She will also make an appearance at the

Southampton Boat Show in September.

Readers wishing to experience a life under sail should contact Brigitte Beckers in Maastricht (E-mail: brigitte@tallshipthalassa. nl), to reserve a berth.