Star Clipper

Star Clipper is a 4-masted barquentine (in comparison, the Royal Clipper tall sailing ship is 5-masted). The sailing yacht was built in 1992 by Scheepswerven van Langerbrugge (in Ghent Belgium) and is currently operated by the Monaco-headquartered Swedish company "Star Clippers Ltd".

History - construction and ownership

The 2,298-ton, 170-passenger cruise ship Star Clipper is a true sail ship reflecting its proud heritage in the gleaming brightwork and polished brass. The minute you step aboard this unique boat, you'll discover the new age of sail. Traditions of the past and comforts of the present day are happily living together here. Sister ship Star Flyer and Star Clipper are both 360-feet-long and though perfect modern ships, they were created for passengers who love luxury and traditions of the legendary era sailing ships.

Cruise itinerary program

Star Clipper schedule calendar includes the Mediterranean, departing from Athens-Piraeus and Valletta, as well as the Canary Islands and Eastern Caribbean from Philipsburg (St Maarten Island).

Star Clippers will sail in Indonesia waters for the first time in 2017. The line will be running 19 departures from May 6 until October 14. The duration of the cruises will be between 7- and 14-days out of Bali and Singapore. The Star Clipper ship is deployed to the region operating 6 itineraries, including the opportunity to see Komodo dragons. Typical ports of call include the volcanic isle of Pulau Satonda, off Sumbawa's northern coast, also Marine National Park.

Cabins

Star Clipper has 4 passenger decks with a total of 85 cabins, of which 1 Owner’s, 8 Deluxe, 6 Inside and 79 Outside. The cabin grades number is 7. The Star tall sailing ship is intimate, providing room for only 170 passengers. All cabins feature marble-lined bathrooms and include twin or double beds. Also included are direct dial telephone, television with video, and hairdryer.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

All of the Star Clippers cruise line's vessels offer open-seating dining. All meals onboard the Star Clipper are served in single, open seating in the Dining room and Saloon. Breakfast and lunch are buffet-style, while dinner is ordered from a 5-course menu. The fare is simple and tasty, generally with 2 choices per course, with "Chef's Suggestion" for the main course. Steak with French fries and one vegetarian selection are always offered as a nightly alternative.

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

Life on board the Star Clipper ship is relaxed like travelling on your own private yacht and guests never feel confined. The Star sailing ship provides spacious accommodations, expansive teak decks and two swimming pools. Actually, all Star Clippers ships offer much more outdoor per passenger space than most of the conventional ships. Star Clipper yacht decor is reminiscent of sailing grand age. Antique paintings and prints of famous ships please guests' eye. Gleaming and teak mahogany rails are proud nautical heritage of the Clippers cruise line. The Piano Bar and Tropical Bar, Edwardian style library with Internet station and Belle Époque fireplace reflect the friendliness of Star Clipper hospitable crew. Other facilities include Lounges (outside and inside), Health club, Sloop shop, Purser's Office, Wireless Internet Access.

The Star Clipper cruise ship is a 4-masted barquentine operated by the Swedish cruise company Star Clippers. The vessel is the first newly-built clipper ship since 1912, classed 100A1 by Lloyds.

This is a tall sailing cruise ship with 63-meter tall masts. Its sailing rig has 16 sails. The vessel relies on the wind 80% of the time. A marine diesel engine works as the main propulsion engine in poor wind conditions and when the clipper ship is not under sail.

Water sports facilities on board include scuba and snorkel equipment, a water ski boat, eight Zodiacs. Sports directors provide dive instruction for a fee. There are no shows, except local folklore performances from ashore. Dinner and “captain’s story-time” are the main events in the evening. During the day, guests can learn about sails and their repair.