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If you have ever fancied sailing away on an adventure - now is your chance to make dreams a reality.

Belfast City Council and Sail Training Ireland are looking for people aged between 16 and 28 years of age to get on board a tall ship and sail between Belfast and ports in Scotland or the Republic of Ireland.

Two tall ships, Maybe and Morgenster, will be offering the 9-13 day voyages as part of the legacy of the Belfast City Council’s Maritime Festival.

The deadline for applications is 2pm on Friday, 25 March and more information is available from here.

Chair of the People and Communities Committee, Councillor Julie-Anne Corr-Johnston, said: “This is an exciting opportunity for young Belfast people prepared to take up the challenge. You get the chance to really be part of a team, work with the elements, develop your existing skills and learn some new ones.

“The Belfast City Council Maritime Festival held last year as part of celebrations around the Tall Ships Race didn’t just showcase our city, it showcased the multitude of talents available here and the wonderful range of individuals in Belfast.

“This is another chance to build on that success and offer young people a chance to do something different,” she said.

“People on previous voyages have spoken of what a fantastic experience they found it, how they made new friends, found strengths they didn’t know they had and how they overcame challenges. We want to offer others the same experience.

“Take a chance on a new adventure and apply – you never know where it might lead,” she added.