Star Clippers Barbados Cruise Reviews

Ladder in the Owner's Cabin to be used with the skylight for emergency evacuation.
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Owner's Cabin - the red boxes on the left are a "break glass for key" method to get into the room in case the emergency escape needs to be used.
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Owner's Cabin bathroom sink.
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Owner's Cabin bathroom, with bathtub "shower" that you can only stand in if you're shorter than 4'9", and a 31" (3 foot) drop from the bathtub edge to the floor.
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7 days is not enough

Review for a Caribbean - Southern Cruise on Royal Clipper

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FloaterJad
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

Though I am not sure I could withstand more - my wife and sister in law and local friends were all set on going and my knee was shot. And the ship had stairs (ladders in nuatical terms) but no elevators. And I use a cane. Not good. Hoofed it to a colleague who shot me up with enough cortisone and marcaine to make me think I was 21 again and away we went. I knew I would pay for it but the other ...
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Sail Date: March 2023

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An unforgettable voyage

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Royal Clipper

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JeanKC
2-5 Cruises • Age 40s

We have done a couple of cruises on the big ships but wanted something different and we sure did get it with this trip. The Royal Clipper is a sailing ship and we made our way through the Eastern Caribbean region under sail for the entire week. That is not something which you get to do every day. We loved every minute of it. The food - The food was amazing. Breakfast and lunch were buffet ...
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Sail Date: February 2023


Wonderful, Intimate, Small Ship Experience

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Royal Clipper

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urnojfk
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

This was our first time on Star Clippers – a choice we made due to the interesting small port itinerary not typical of larger cruise ships and the fact that it was a working tall ship with a small complement of passengers. The Royal Clipper is hand’s down a fun and dramatic ship to sail on. The fact that they raise the staysails with each port departure and play Vangelis’ Conquest of Paradise ...
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Sail Date: December 2022


Amazing Experience

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Royal Clipper

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Waterguy67
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

This was my first time on a Star Clippers cruise. I had been on three big cruise lines but never on a tall ship. The experience far exceeded my expectations and I have already booked my next one. It was absolutely incredible. In fact, when the sails went up for the “sail away” experience on the first night – I would say it was one of the most amazing moments in years of travel. Every sail away was ...
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Sail Date: January 2022


Superb crew and wonderful sailing experience

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Royal Clipper

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Heather Sk
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

We chose this cruise because of the opportunity to travel in a sailing ship. It more than fulfilled our expectations, with the ship travelling under sail for much of the journey. The ship itself is beautifully furnished with wood panelling and brass fittings. The weather was fine throughout so we spent a lot of time on deck, but the public rooms were lovely and very relaxing. The ...
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Sail Date: February 2020


Incredible Sailing Adventure

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Royal Clipper

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Smilingvillager
10+ Cruises • Age 80s

If you like being herded on huge ships, this is not for you. If you enjoy dodging electric carts on board, this is not for you. If you want to be in a crowded theatre, this is not for you. If you like to pay extra to get the best dining selections, this is not for you. If you take youthful children and have someone entertain them, this is not for you. If you need to stop a large, overcrowded ports ...
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Sail Date: March 2019


Beautiful Sailing Vessel

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Royal Clipper

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Ron Hayward
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

We stayed 3 nights at the Radisson Aquatica in Bridgetown before we boarded the Royal Clipper. This was a good way to acclimatized to the lovely warn weather as we have had a long cold winter in southern Ontario. The hotel was old and in need of some updates but the staff was wonderful. On Mar 2nd we boarded the Royal Clipper and were amazed by the efficient and quick check in procedure. we ...
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Sail Date: March 2019


Nothing is quite like sailing on a big clipper ship!

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Royal Clipper

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Timmla
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

We had a great time on the Royal Clipper. The ship is beautiful, our cabin was very comfortable, the food was wonderful, and the crew very friendly and helpful. There's nothing quite like sailing on a clipper ship, you're closer to the ocean and you can really feel the sea. I will warn that if you tend toward sea sickness, this is probably not a great choice for you. We were in a deluxe cabin ...
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Sail Date: February 2019


2nd time on the Royal Clipper and still great

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Royal Clipper

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pljonesey
6-10 Cruises • Age 50s

This was a return visit for us. We did the Grenadines last year so went for the Windward's this time. We stayed for a week in Barbados before boarding, which we found to be better rather than rushing straight onto the boat. We stayed post cruise also. We arrived at the cruise port about 3.30pm and were onboard for 4.00pm straight to a welcome cocktail and the captain and crewe. we had to ...
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Sail Date: January 2019


Luxury Cruise for lovers of sailing and those who just want a great experience.

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Royal Clipper

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Shrimper49
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

We sailed on Royal Clipper before around the Windward Isles a few years ago after twice seeing the ship at anchor whilst on Caribbean holidays. After a great experience decided that the Grenadines would be even better. We usually visit smaller hotels in the Caribbean a couple of times a year and holidays on huge cruise liners are not for us. We do not sail at home and Royal Clipper is a sailing ...
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Sail Date: January 2019


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