Star Clippers FAQs: Answers to Your Top Questions
What to Expect on a Star Clippers Getaway
If you’re looking for a truly unique sailing experience, Star Clippers should be your first port of call. A luxury cruise line, the ships within the fleet hark back to the golden age of sailing, ensuring you not only have an authentic experience but a magical one, that you’ll never forget.
Awarded a variety of accolades throughout the years, from the World’s Best Boutique Cruise Line and the World’s Best Green Cruise Line in 2023 at the World Cruise Awards to the Specialist Cruise Line of the Year in 2022 at Cruise Adviser’s Cruise Awards, Star Clippers provide an extraordinary offering in the world of cruise; tall ships that sail to a variety of international destinations.
Whether you’re due to be sailing aboard one of these incredible ships or you’re simply curious about what they have to offer, in this blog we’ll take you through the top FAQs surrounding the cruise line to ensure that all your questions are answered!
What’s Included on a Star Clippers Holiday?
There’s a wide range of amenities included on a Star Clippers cruise, including:
- Accommodation
- All food onboard
- A selection of complimentary drinks, such as coffee, tea, juices at breakfast and water
- Watersports, including kayaking, snorkelling, wind surfing and water skiing
- Entertainment, including local performances by musicians and folk groups
- Yoga, knot tying and navigation classes
- Use of the ship's facilities, including the library and plunge pools
What Costs Extra?
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks and other drinks not listed above
- Scuba diving
- Shore excursions
- Flights
- Port taxes + fees
How Many Ships Are in the Fleet?
There are currently three ships within the fleet, including Star Clipper, Star Flyer and Royal Clipper.
How Many Passengers Does a Star Clipper Cruise Ship have?
Star Flyer and Star Clipper both cater for up to 166 guests (with 74 crew), whereas Royal Clipper can cater for up to 227 guests (with 106 crew).
Is There Wi-Fi on Star Clippers?
In 2024, Star Clippers announced the integration of Starlink Wi-Fi across their fleet. Offering high-speed internet regardless of where you’re sailing to, it uses satellite technology provided by SpaceX.
Whilst Wi-Fi isn’t complimentary onboard Star Clippers, there are three plans to choose from, including a 1GB plan, a 3GB plan and a 5GB plan, giving you the flexibility to choose the most suitable one for you.
Where Do Star Clippers Sail to?
When you opt for a holiday with this unique cruise line, you’ll be in for a sailing adventure that creates everlasting memories. This is due not only to the breathtaking ship you’ll be sailing on, but the destinations you visit.
Top destinations that the fleet visit include Central America, the Eastern Mediterranean and the Caribbean- often via a transatlantic crossing that stops at a selection of awe-inspiring destinations including Morocco, Portugal and Madeira.
Where Does Royal Clipper Sail From?
Star Clippers’ Royal Clipper sets sail from a range of destinations, including Bridgetown, Rome (Civitavecchia), Venice and more. Offering a selection of getaways from mini breaks to longer, two-week escapes, you’ll be able to find the perfect cruise for you.
Are Meals Included on Star Clippers’ Cruises?
As mentioned above, all meals are included on Star Clippers, regardless of which vessel you sail on. From breakfast to dinner, there’s a wide selection of cuisine to indulge in and something for all preferences.
Why Choose Star Clippers?
Operating since 1991, Star Clippers provides guests with a superyacht experience onboard authentic recreations of historic tall ships. Taking inspiration from clipper ships that would have sailed in the 19th century, Star Clippers focuses on fine dining and immersing their guests into various cultures.
Star Clippers also prioritises sustainability, by incorporating a variety of eco-friendly systems onboard. Not only do they utilise wind power up to 70% of the time as a source of energy, but they use low-sulphur gas oil, promote recycling and only use reusable cups, plates etc. which has resulted in them being awarded the International Air Pollution Prevention Certificate.
Upcoming Star Clippers Holidays
- Star Flyer - Monaco, France & Italy with Nice and Rome Stays, 22 May 2025 (11 nights)
- Royal Clipper - Corsica & French Riviera from Cannes with Nice Stay, 4 June 2025 (5 nights)
- Royal Clipper - Croatia & Montenegro from Venice, 9 August 2025 (7 nights)
- Star Clipper - Sporades Highlights from Athens with Stay, 18 September 2025 (9 nights)
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If you’re searching for an unforgettable sailing experience, look no further than Star Clippers. With so many incredible itineraries on offer, whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or you’re simply looking for an unparalleled luxury cruise, Star Clippers should be at the top of your list. Discover our collection of Star Clipper getaways, from 2025 sailings to beyond.
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