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Whilst popular tourist destinations bring endless sights to see and things to do, visitors flock in their millions and the crowds, particularly in high season, can be overwhelming. With this comes queues, limitations on activities and the pressure to book everything well in advance. Choosing a Sta…

With the world’s news at our fingertips, travellers are finding comfort in recalibrating and resetting, immersing themselves in the past to educate themselves and learn how historical events and characters of the former times have shaped our modern world today. Following data from the WTM Global Tr…

A mini-cruise is defined as a cruise with a duration of 5-nights or less. Seasoned cruisers and first-time passengers can benefit from a shorter sailing, whether it’s a quick recharge between commitments or simply a way to sample something new. We’ve put our heads together and highlighted our 7 fav…

‘You’ll need the bigger pier, that’s where the cruise ships come in. Only the private yachts and fishing boats use the smaller pier.’ It’s a déjà vu, the conversation with the taxi driver as I explain we’re joining a cruise ship and I’ve been instructed to meet the tender boat at Amalfi’s ‘smaller…

‘There she is!’, I squealed as I caught a glimpse of Star Flyer’s iconic sails from 10,000ft above Dubrovnik, alarming the seemingly snoozing couple occupying the window and middle seats next to me. It’s impossible to not be taken aback by the sheer beauty of the vessel, despite having witnessed th…

In celebration of International Day of the Seafarer on June 25th 2022, Star Clippers’ founder Mikael Krafft opens up about his own seafaring journey, and how the company’s deep-rooted family philosophy remains unchanged after over 30 years in operation. With a fleet of three iconic, full-masted ta…

This year, Star Clippers proudly celebrates 30 years of sailing in St Maarten, with Phillipsburg acting as the home-port every winter season. To mark the occasion, we’ve compiled a list of our top nine reasons to love this luscious, cosmopolitan and welcoming island: 1. Easy access from regional a…

Good things come in small packages, preferably draped in billowing canvas sails and deep mahogany finishings. We are not all magpies seeking the largest, shiniest coin - instead we’re eyeing up simplicity, experience and the freedom of an eagle in flight. If curiosity is getting the better of you…

Star Clippers is known for a tantalising menu to suit everyone’s tastebuds. Whilst having a professionally trained, executive chef serve you dinner every night is the dream for us all, you don’t have to be on board one of our ships to enjoy the culinary delights that are presented on a daily basis…

We’ve started the New Year with optimism and excitement, so there’s no better way to to mark it than by highlighting the top things to do on a Star Clippers ship in 2022. Rest, relaxation and recuperation are all to be expected on a Star Clippers sailing, but what else can be anticipated on a luxu…

Star Clippers has been incorporating eco-friendly systems and practices on its three tall ships for years, making eco-friendly and future sustainable travel a priority. Most significant, of course, is the fact that the vessels’ major source of energy - wind propulsion - is both abundant and emissio…

Costa Rica is a Central American country renowned for its beaches, volcanoes and biodiversity. Boasting a rich, luscious environment where flora and fauna thrive, the country leads the way in ensuring their landscape remains unscathed and unchanged for future generations of travellers. With diverse…