ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — The schooner Freedom almost takes flight as you watch the town of St. Augustine fade in the distance and very few tire of seeing.

Here are five things to know before you go:

1. The schooner Freedom is a 76-foot tall ship in St. Augustine that offers a variety of different charter sailing options. 

2. The long-run family business opened its doors … or sails … in 2001, since then the family have been running day and sunset tours of the area, also offering haunted tours during October and festive tours of the St. Augustine Night of Lights. 

3. The family business will open for regular tours again starting February 14, but you can call ahead to book a time now. 

4. They are located in the heart of downtown St. Augustine near Fort Matanzas. Their office is open seven days a week and you can call this number to book a tour: 1-904- 810-1010.

5. For more information on their charters and pricing, head to their website.