Aboard Star Flyer with Star Clippers
Cruise Overview
Perhaps the prettiest of the Canary Islands, Gran Canaria is an almost circular isle with the peak of Pozo de Las Nieves, its highest point, at the centre.
With a wealth of natural beauty and all the exciting attractions of city life in the capital, the island offers the best of both worlds.
You will no doubt wish to see the sights of the capital’s old quarter, which dates back to the 15th century and encompassses the Vegueta and Triana districts, and wherever you go you can enjoy the glorious subtropical climate, perfect for growing exotic palms and fruits.
The capital of Dutch St.
Maarten stretches about a mile (1½ km) along an isthmus between Great Bay and the Salt Pond and has five parallel streets.
Most of the village's dozens of shops and restaurants are on Front Street, narrow and cobblestone, closest to Great Bay.
It's generally congested when cruise ships are in port, because of its many duty-free shops and several casinos.
Little lanes called steegjes connect Front Street with Back Street, which has fewer shops and considerably less congestion.
Along the beach is a ½-mile-long (1-km-long) boardwalk with restaurants and several Wi-Fi hot spots.Wathey Square (pronounced watty) is in the heart of the village.
Directly across from the square are the town hall and the courthouse, in a striking white building with cupola.
The structure was built in 1793 and has served as the commander's home, a fire station, a jail, and a post office.
The streets surrounding the square are lined with hotels, duty-free shops, restaurants, and cafés.
The Captain Hodge Pier, just off the square, is a good spot to view Great Bay and the beach that stretches alongside.
With a wealth of natural beauty and all the exciting attractions of city life in the capital, the island offers the best of both worlds.
You will no doubt wish to see the sights of the capital’s old quarter, which dates back to the 15th century and encompassses the Vegueta and Triana districts, and wherever you go you can enjoy the glorious subtropical climate, perfect for growing exotic palms and fruits.
The capital of Dutch St.
Maarten stretches about a mile (1½ km) along an isthmus between Great Bay and the Salt Pond and has five parallel streets.
Most of the village's dozens of shops and restaurants are on Front Street, narrow and cobblestone, closest to Great Bay.
It's generally congested when cruise ships are in port, because of its many duty-free shops and several casinos.
Little lanes called steegjes connect Front Street with Back Street, which has fewer shops and considerably less congestion.
Along the beach is a ½-mile-long (1-km-long) boardwalk with restaurants and several Wi-Fi hot spots.Wathey Square (pronounced watty) is in the heart of the village.
Directly across from the square are the town hall and the courthouse, in a striking white building with cupola.
The structure was built in 1793 and has served as the commander's home, a fire station, a jail, and a post office.
The streets surrounding the square are lined with hotels, duty-free shops, restaurants, and cafés.
The Captain Hodge Pier, just off the square, is a good spot to view Great Bay and the beach that stretches alongside.
Cruise Itinerary
Aboard Star Flyer
Launch Year: 1991 Length: 116 Width: 15 Currency: USD Capacity: 166 Crew Count: 74 Deck Count: 4 Cabin Count: 85
Star Clipper & Star Flyer: these are true clipper ships
Reflecting their proud heritage in every inch of their polished brass and gleaming brightwork. 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 Clipper and Star Flyer are modern cruise ships in every way, created for luxury-loving passengers who also love the traditions and romance of the legendary era of sailing ships. Star Clipper and Star Flyer are both 115 metres long and each carries just 166 guests in pampered comfort. Life aboard is blissfully relaxed, much like travelling on a private yacht. You’ll never feel confined on Star Clipper and Star Flyer.
Each ship offers 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 decor of Star Clipper and Star Flyer is reminiscent of the grand age of sail. Antique prints and paintings of famous sailing ships please your eye, while teak and gleaming mahogany rails are richly remindful of Star Clippers’ proud nautical heritage.
All Star Clippers’ ships feature open-seating dining in an elegantly appointed dining room, our convivial indoor-outdoor Tropical Bar and Piano Bar, and an Edwardian style library where a Belle Époque fireplace glows with a warmth that reflects the friendliness and enthusiasm of Star Clippers’ hospitable officers
and crew.
Star Flyer Facilities
Star Flyer Includes
Cabin Details
There’s nothing so easy and pleasurable as falling asleep to the gentle rhythms of the ship and sea unless it’s awakening refreshed the next morning to a new-born day.
Like a fine resort, all the amenities are here; double bed or twin beds that can be converted to queen, marble lined bathroom, private safe, television video system and DVD player, direct dial telephone, hair dryer and comfortable furnishings.
The décor is tastefully traditional.
You’ll find the accoutrements of a classic yacht, where everything is ingeniously designed for comfort, ease and efficiency. On Royal Clipper, 14 Deluxe suites offer the ultimate in cruising comfort, with private verandah, whirlpool bath and 24-hour room service.
Royal bliss
All but six of her 98 cabins are outside, and for the ultimate indulgence, two 40 square metre owner’s suites may be combined to accommodate up to 8 guests.
Star indulgence
On Star Clipper and Star Flyer, 8 deluxe deck cabins offer intimate cruising comfort, with marble baths, whirlpool tubs and doors that open onto deck. All but six of the ship’s 83 cabins are outside, and for a relaxing indulgence, a 237-square-foot Owner's Suite offers a separate sitting area, minibar, marble bathroom with whirlpool and room service.
