Our inspired chefs make dining aboard a delightful culinary adventure with an international menu of foods from the corners of the Earth.

Clearly, this is not a cruise ship in the ordinary sense.

On Star Clippers, you will find that there are no rigid schedules. You are free to do as you wish with your days – and evenings.

Now, is there anything more relaxing than this?

Friends gather round the piano bar and join in singing a few favourites. And in the Tropical Bar, the bartender shakes a pitcher full of some delicious cooling concoction. Now, is there anything more relaxing than this?

An authentic taste of the local music and arts

To entertain you at certain ports, we invite local performers, folk groups or musicians to liven up your evenings on board and our crew members are always ready to entertain you with games and nautical activities.

So rather than enduring another Broadway show, you can enjoy the conviviality of fellow shipmates while a live band plays tropical tunes from a real paradise.

The Captain and crew

The Captain and crew are superb improvisers of the kind of light-hearted fun you’ll only find on Star Clippers. The Captain’s daily briefing on deck is wonderfully informative and a chance to hear some great story-telling as well.

Enrichment onboard Royal Clipper is done via classes about sailing-related topics. The Captain's daily briefing on deck is wonderfully informative, and a chance to hear some great storytelling as well.

The main health & fitness facilities onboard Royal Clipper are the Captain Nemo Lounge, a Thalasso, Health and Beauty Centre. Guests also have the opportunity to enjoy some watersports such as snorkelling and kayaking.

Star Clippers cannot accommodate infants under six months of age. Children are accepted on board from 6 months old, however, there is no children's club or babysitting available on our ships.

The minimum drinking age for all alcoholic beverages is 21.

Children are welcome onboard Star Clippers cruises. While there is no structure programme providing supervision and care for young children, they are invited to participate in shipboard activities suited to their ability. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Children occupying cabins as the third person will be charged the third person rate when availability permits.

Star Clippers maintains a smart casual dress code: Beach or resort-wear on deck during the day and casual during the evening. Deck shoes are the best footwear for daytime. There is one Captain’s dinner on each cruise where people dress up a little more, but there are no black-tie events or formal nights.

While the ship was constructed with modern materials, that are either fire-retardant or flame-proof, fire remains a risk aboard any vessel. Please observe some simple safety rules:

• Do not smoke inside your cabin
• Do not throw cigarette butts overboard
• Do not light candles, oil lights or similar devices in your cabin

Laundry services are available onboard for a nominal charge. Dry-cleaning is available only on Royal Clipper, for a nominal charge.

International Maritime Law requires a lifeboat drill to take place at the beginning of each cruise. All guests must attend this compulsory and important exercise. During the drill, all ship’s services will be suspended.

Your assigned lifeboat station, the location of life jackets and the signal for lifeboat and fire drills are clearly explained on the emergency card posted on your cabin’s door. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the safety instructions it contains. When the alarm is sounded, put on your life jacket according to the instructions given over the public address system. An officer will direct you to your boat station, answer any questions you might have and check that your jacket is properly secured.

Your close attention during this drill is of paramount importance for your safety.

On the last night of your cruise, we suggest you do a full review of your belongings. Check in the safe, under your bed, in the closet and drawers to ensure everything has been packed. Star Clippers cannot be held responsible for items left onboard.

A Registered Nurse is either on staff or is available from shore. In addition, the ship’s officers are qualified in administering first aid. Should a passenger require hospital treatment, the ship is almost always near a medical facility on shore. Passengers requiring prescription medicine are advised to bring them onboard. Only over-the-counter medications are available at the Sloop Shop.

It is essential that you take certain precautions while onboard. Here are some basic rules:

• Use appropriate ashtrays for cigarette butt ends and used matches. Do not throw cigarettes or cigars over the side of the ship; if blown back onto the ship, they may cause a fire. Never smoke in your cabin.
• Walk, never run, and be especially careful on wet or slippery decks.
• Ladies are advised to wear low-heeled shoes, especially on deck.
• Children must not be allowed to run or play unattended on deck, in corridors, on stairways, or near the swimming pool

In the event of rough weather:

• Do not stroll about the ship unnecessarily
• Hold on to hand rails in passageways and stairways
• Doors should be latched during heavy seas. Use the handles and never hold onto a door by its frame as the ship’s movement may cause it to close on your hand.
• If there is unsecured baggage in your cabin, call your steward for assistance
• Secure items in your bathroom and on your bureau

Passengers can smoke in designated areas on deck.

Owner's Suites (no private veranda) feature ocean views, two double beds, separate sitting area, minibar, marble bathroom with whirlpool, and room service. Each stateroom also benefits from air conditioning, hair dryers, private safe, television, DVD player, telephone and other amenities an experienced traveller has come to expect.

• Two double beds
• Separate sitting area
• Minibar
• Bathroom with whirlpool
• Room service
• Average cabin dimensions - 40m2

Deluxe Suites feature a private veranda, twin/double beds, sitting area, minibar, marble bathroom with whirlpool and room service. Each stateroom also benefits from air conditioning, hair dryers, private safe, television, DVD player, telephone and other amenities an experienced traveller has come to expect.

• Private verandah
• Twin/double beds
• Sitting area
• Minibar
• Bathroom with whirlpool
• Room service
• Average cabin dimensions - 26m2 including balcony

Category 1 staterooms feature ocean views, double beds, minibar, marble bathroom with whirlpool, and cabin doors that open onto deck. Each stateroom also benefits from air conditioning, hair dryers, private safe, television, DVD player, telephone and other amenities an experienced traveller has come to expect.

• Double beds
• Minibar
• Bathroom with whirlpool
• Cabin doors open onto deck
• Average cabin dimensions - 14.5m2

Category 2 staterooms feature ocean views, twin/double/triple beds, and marble bathroom with shower. Each stateroom also benefits from air conditioning, hair dryers, private safe, television, DVD player, telephone and other amenities an experienced traveller has come to expect.

• Two lower beds - double bed or triple berth
• Bathroom with shower
• Average cabin dimensions - 13m2

Category 3 staterooms feature ocean views, twin/double/triple beds, and marble bathroom with shower. Each stateroom also benefits from air conditioning, hair dryers, private safe, television, DVD player, telephone and other amenities an experienced traveller has come to expect.

• Two lower beds or double bed
• Bathroom with shower
• Average cabin dimensions - 13m2

Category 3 cabins on the Clipper Deck may be slightly smaller than Category 3 cabins on the Commodore Deck.

Category 4 staterooms feature ocean views, twin/double/triple beds, and marble bathroom with shower. Each stateroom also benefits from air conditioning, hair dryers, private safe, television, DVD player, telephone and other amenities an experienced traveller has come to expect.

• Two lower beds or double bed
• Bathroom with shower
• Average cabin dimensions - 13m2

Category 4 cabins on the Clipper Deck may be slightly smaller than Category 4 cabins on the Commodore Deck.

Category 5 staterooms feature ocean views, a double bed, and a marble bathroom with shower. Each stateroom also benefits from air conditioning, hair dryers, private safe, television, DVD player, telephone and other amenities an experienced traveller has come to expect.

• Double bed
• Bathroom with shower
• Average cabin dimensions - 11m2

Category 6 staterooms feature double/triple beds, and marble bathroom with shower. Each stateroom also benefits from air conditioning, hair dryers, private safe, television, DVD player, telephone and other amenities an experienced traveller has come to expect.

• Small double bed or triple berth
• Bathroom with shower
• Average cabin dimensions - 10m2