Royal Clipper is an ideal ship for people who aren't big on cruising, but adore sailing. Billed as the world's largest full-rigged sailing ship (it's got a Guinness World Records certificate to prove it), this five-masted beauty is a throwback to another era. Built in 2000, it's modeled on the Preussen, the largest and fastest deepwater sailing ship of its day. The freight-carrier set sail in 1902, but suffered an early demise eight years later, after a collision with a steamship left it broken on the cliffs of Dover.
No sailing ship of those dimensions was ever again constructed until Star Clippers owner Mikael Krafft commissioned it as the third ship in his fleet, joining the Star Flyer (1991) and Star Clipper (1992).In an industry racing for the next onboard gimmick -- from robot bartenders to ice skating rinks -- Royal Clipper simply races across the sea. This 442-foot ship is proudly lacking in bells and whistles. But you don't have to know the difference between a flying-jib and a topmast staysail to appreciate its majesty.Standout experiences await, from lounging in the bowsprit net suspended high above a roiling sea, to kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding off the marina platform at the rear of the ship.Come time to sail away, the hoisting of the sails is cause for ceremony. The action is accompanied by the epic strains of Vangelis' "Conquest of Paradise" from the movie "1492." Passengers never tire of the sight, streaming out onto the expansive deck to watch the action whenever it occurs. Uncover the best deals with a Star Clippers expertTeresa SkeimSpecialities : Luxury Cruises and World Cruises51 reviewsContact AgentDan TwomeySpecialities : Luxury Cruises and Small Ship Cruises50 reviewsContact AgentGillian ClarkSpecialities : Luxury Cruises and Small Ship Cruises43 reviewsContact AgentKatie DillaboughSpecialities : All Inclusive and Beach Vacations39 reviewsContact AgentBarbara LawrenceSpecialities : All Inclusive and Family Vacations39 reviewsContact AgentMelinda PattonSpecialities : Adult Only and Adventure30 reviewsContact AgentEmily HembreeSpecialities : Luxury and Global Travel22 reviewsContact AgentTherese GriesSpecialities : All Inclusive and Outdoor Activities & Sports22 reviewsContact AgentJosh OretskySpecialities : Luxury Cruises and River Cruises20 reviewsContact AgentHeather RosingSpecialities : All Inclusive and Beach Vacations19 reviewsContact AgentIf you need glitzy production numbers, bingo tournaments and multiple restaurant options to be happy at sea, seek out a bigger ship. If the notion of feeling the gentle rock-a-bye motion of the ocean is in itself enough to lure you to sea, this is the ship for you.
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