Star Clippers offers the retro glamour as it glides around the most chic destinations in Europe. Depart the ultimate star city in Cannes after cruising amongst the haute couture in France’s celebrity city. It’s virtually impossible not to see a famous face during film festival time amongst the Ferraris, Porsches and liner sized yachts. If you’re not seduced by the lure of a brush with fame, the natural beauty makes the trip worthwhile. Step onboard Star Clippers 14 night cruise which finishes in another city known for its film festival, and the best tapas bars in the province, Spain’s Malaga.
Star Clippers fleet are true clipper ships reflecting their proud heritage in every inch of their polished brass and gleaming bright work. Step aboard these unique vessels and discover a new age of sail, where the traditions of the past are happily married to the comforts and amenities of the present day. Star Clippers is created for luxury-loving passengers who also love the traditions and romance of the legendary era of sailing ships. Star Flyer is 360 feet long and carries just 170 guests in pampered comfort.
Life aboard is blissfully relaxed, much like traveling on a private yacht. You’ll never feel confined on Star Flyer. Each ship offer spacious accommodations and expansive teak decks with ample space and not one, but two swimming pools. In fact, you’ll find that these ships offer more outdoor space per passenger than most conventional cruise ships.
The décor of Star Clipper and Star Flyer is reminiscent of the grand age of sail. Antique prints and paintings of famous sailing ships please the eye, while teak and gleaming mahogany rails are richly reminiscent of Star Clippers’ proud nautical heritage.
This cruise visits Calvi, St Tropez, Sanary-sur-Mer, Sete, Port Vendres, Palamos, Barcelona, Mahon, Palma, Ibiza, Cartagena, Motril, and Puerto Banus. Sail where other ships cannot go and stop off at attractions such as Cartagena’s deep water harbour surrounded by the walled town used by Phoenicians, Romans and Moors prior to the Spanish navy. Visit Torres Park and the Castle of la Concepción for the best views in the city.
Highlights include Ibiza – for the party goers but if you prefer something more quiet there are some gorgeous little beaches away from the crowds; Mallorca is another gorgeous destination enroute to Malaga with its Gothic cathedral with a vast open nave and soaring columns have been added to over the centuries. Behind the Cathedral, a maze of twisting streets leads to designer boutiques and open-air markets.
This 14 night cruise costs from $5130 for an outside cabin including taxes, all meals, entertainment, tea and coffee. Departure from 3 October 2016.
For further information contact www.starclippers.com and 1300 295 161
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