Sailing the sea on a Tall Ship is a truly unique vacation that includes luxury and adventure. Star Clippers cruises can provide once in a life time experiences on both land and ocean. Explore unique, exotic, historical and adventurous locations as you sail the seas.
In a world of massive cruise ships Star Clippers majestic tall sailing ships are a step above and beyond, bringing back the romance of the sea and personalized service. Each Star Clippers cruise combines the beauty and luxury of sailing ships with a touch of history and a dash of adventure. With Star Clippers specialty cruises you experience the sea the way it was meant to be, up close and personal. You can combine the ambiance of a private yacht with the relaxation of a uniquely luxurious vacation as you explore the hidden treasures of the Caribbean, Costa Rica & Panama Canal, Eastern Mediterranean, Western Mediterranean, Northern Europe or take a leisurely Transatlantic crossing.
Experience land and sea as other great explorers have. Feel the wind in your hair, watch the sun slowly slip into the ocean, watch dolphins play and leap from sea to sky and back again, hear the sounds of sails snapping in the wind as the ship surges to race the setting sun. Explore lands full of mystery and history. You can find yourself in a tropical jungle paradise in Costa Rica or the Caribbean. Explore the same lands as the Vikings, or rediscover medieval cities and other ancient ruins. Or simply relax and enjoy the sun, clean air and open sky as you sail across the sea.
Royal Clipper
Step aboard the Royal Clipper and find yourself experiencing history with modern conveniences at your finger tips, the best of the past and the future all in one majestic 439 foot tall ship. The Royal Clipper was inspired by the tall ship Preussen, the fastest sailing ship built in 1902. The Royal Clipper is the largest and only five-masted full-rigged sailing ship built since the Preussen, and accommodates up to 227 guests.
However, luxury and comfort were a priority when the Royal Clipper was designed. There are three swimming pools and 19,000 square feet of open deck to enjoy. It is fun to spend the day just exploring the Royal Clipper, find the secret hideaway or climb the mast to the crows-nest to experience an unexpectedly amazing view in complete comfort and safety. You can also spend a little time looking at the sea through underwater glass portholes in the Captain Nemo Lounge, where the spa and health club are located. If you wish to spend a little time actually playing in the sea, there is a marina platform that lowers from the stern making it easy to enjoy water sports.
Dining onboard is an experience in elegance, luxury and comfort, with a no-tie dress code. A three-deck atrium provides light, and a wonderful view. The dining room is on three levels and has open-seating dinning. The beauty of the dining room is only outdone by the quality of the cuisine served.
There is nothing grandeur than sailing the sea on a ship with 42 sails. The Royal Clipper gives new meaning to taking a sea cruise by taking the best sailing ship from the past and combining it with superb modern accommodations, amenities and service.
Star Clipper and Star Flyer
The Star Clipper and the Star Flyer can be seen as the Royal Clipper's little sisters with 4 masts and 16 sails. They are both just as elegant, but more intimate at 360 feet and accommodating 170 guests. Where the Royal Clipper is grand and majestic the Star Clipper and Star Flyer are sleek and graceful. Both sailing ships combine the richness of nautical traditions with modern luxury. You can spend a romantic evening strolling along the teak decks, enjoying the fresh air, starlit sky, and the openness of the never ending sea. Spend the day swimming in the pools, or relaxing in the sun lounging on nets directly over the ocean. Put your feet up by the Belle Époque fireplace in the Edwardian style library or enjoy the delightful atmospheres at the Tropical Bar or Piano Bar. The dining room reflects the elegance and romance found throughout both sailing ships. Dining is open-seating, providing the opportunity to intermingle with other guests, or to have an intimate, romantic dining experience.
Sail Away to Exotic Lands
For the ultimate sailing experience, travel aboard the Royal Clipper, Star Clipper or Star Flyer on a transatlantic crossing. Experience a 360 degree view of open sky and sea. Climb up a tall mast, chart a course by the stars or simply relax and enjoy the sounds and sights as you sail through the open seas.
Explore the Caribbean like never before with a Star Clippers cruise. Discover the hidden treasures of Dominica, St. Lucia, St. Maarten, Guadeloupe, the Leeward and the British Virgin Islands, Barbados, the Grenadines and the Windward Islands. The British Virgin Islands has unique and protected anchorages accessible to sailing ships, and are stops on a Star Clippers cruise. Experience an amazing dive in the reefs and other underwater sea life within Tobago Cays. Walk along jungle trails surrounded by lush wild tropical flowers in St. Lucia and Dominica.
Costa Rica is a wonderful place to explore unique natural paradises and have a nature adventure. There are the volcanic peaks of Nicaragua, incredible scenery around Panama, and awe-inspiring diversity on land and under water. As enjoyable as it is to stay on the Tall Ship, the Costa Rica Corcovado National Park is worth visiting. This is where sandy beach slowly slips into jungle and you can have the best of both.
Eastern Mediterranean is steeped in history and hidden coves to explore. Spend some time exploring the ruins, enjoying the taverns, unique cuisine and the beaches of Cyclades. Then sail the Adriatic Sea to Venice on a Star Clipper. Investigate Croatia and Kotor, Montenegro along the way.
The Royal Clipper sails the sea along the Coast of Croatia in the Western Mediterranean. There are many islands, ruins, medieval villages, and beaches to discover. You can sail around the Mediterranean visiting Rome, Sicily, the Aeolian Islands, the Italian Pontine Islands and other areas along the Amalfi Coast. Star Clippers cruise also sails between Rome and Venice.
The Vikings used their ships to sail the seas and concord Northern Europe. The Star Flyer takes many of the same routes the ancient Vikings sailed, from Norway to St. Petersburg. Visit the same lands the Vikings did, see the sea as they did, but do so in the luxury of the Star Flyer.
When sailing with Star Clippers, no matter where you go, or which ship you sail, you will have a nautical experience, in comfort and luxury, like no other.
