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Are you struggling to decide which Thailand cruise to choose? Or are you not sure which Caribbean islands to visit? There’s no need to worry anymore, because we’re organising combined sailing trips that allow you to experience two very different itineraries in one cruise. Treasure & Leeward Is…

Vicky and Jane, two members of the experienced Star Clippers team, spent an unforgettable week on one of our Caribbean cruises in the Windward Islands. Here is Vicky’s take on the trip, revealing what you can expect if you follow in her footsteps. Day One – Travel To Barbados ‘I look up at the sk…

Sailing a Western Mediterranean cruise on board one of our beautiful tall ships gives you the chance to unearth ruins from ancient civilisations and sample food fit for the Gods they once served. By visiting a mixture of iconic cities known the world over and smaller destinations that other ships c…

At the recent 2019 Wave Awards, Greece was named as the best cruise destination for this year. The beauty of a country that includes hundreds of islands scattered across the Aegean, Ionian and Mediterranean Seas is nothing new to us here at Star Clippers and so we have been offering Eastern Mediter…

As well as a fantastic range of shore excursions in each port, there are a number of activities that are offered during a Star Clippers cruise that won’t cost you anything. These enrichment pursuits are all part of the service and can often be a highlight of your holiday. They’re not always offere…

Caribbean food is just as vibrant as the region’s people and culture. Sauces made from fresh fruit, a rich flavour that often comes from layers of spice and a healthy dose of pulses on the side – these are all fantastic characteristics of Caribbean cuisine. Whether it’s part of a regional meal on…