I love cruising and as you may have read, I have experienced many different types of cruise and sailing experience. This ship though has to go to the top of my personal favorite list.
The Star Clipper fleet provides that something extra special when it comes to cruising. The sails are lowered and raised by hand by experienced sailors who do climb the rigging. This sight alone is worth the trip and yes, you can help if you feel so inclined.
This is true sailing but in real style. You can imagine whenever they enter port heads turn and entry and departure are always accompanied by a small flotilla of the local boating fraternity, such is the spectacle.
The atmosphere on board is, well, laid back. Smart casual dress is usual for dinner and the pace of life slows to the 14 knot average speed of the ship itself.
The food is delicious with loads of choice, and the service informal. I like the whole experience to travelling on your own private yacht with friends, but without all the headaches.
You can experience these beautiful ships on 3, 4, and 7 night cruises in the Med throughout the summer with the odd 14 night duration as well.
It is a truly memorable experience whether you are travelling alone, with your better half or as a family. There is plenty to do for children and this year children travel FREE, when accompanied and sharing with 2 adults.
I can honestly recommend this holiday to any cruise regular looking for something more authentic than the large luxury ships that are now the status quo.
Please contact me if you would like to know more about this experience and about availability for this summer and also for 2011. These ships are small, only carrying just over 250 passengers, so cabins are always at a premium and early booking is strongly recommended, particularly if you are considering taking up the FREE child offer.
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