Having sailed a 21-day Royal Clipper Transatlantic crossing in 2001, we anticipated another special voyage on the Star Clipper. We were definitely not disappointed. The officers and crew were most pleasant, accessible, and answered our questions.

This ship transports one to the feeling of owning one's own luxury yacht plus having many many international guests on board to converse with at most times during the journey. We were fortunate to become long distance friends with several passengers

Missing a few ports because of a storm in the Med was a slight disappointment, but that is to be expected on a cruise of any kind. We did feel badly for the passengers experiencing "mal de mer", but then again, the Star Clipper IS a sailing vessel. We chose our cabin in the center stern area for this very reason - less motion. Read more