The gentle lapping of waves against a wind driven hull. A pod of dolphins playing in the curling bow wave. A salute to a propitious marriage, the wedding of a splendid cruise holiday with the romance of sailing aboard a true tall ship. It is the unique combination of sailing tradition and pampered relaxation that is the essence of Star Clippers. For within the setting of a magnificently evocative Tall ship is a world for those who seek an authentic sailing adventure without sacrificing creature comforts.
Our graceful ships fly along the waves, just like the legendary clippers of a century and a half ago. And this is as much an adventure in highly evolved relaxation as it is in tradition. For though computers have not replaced the skilled hands of our crew in the art of raising sails, we dont expect our guests to become barefoot seamen. Relax and let the crew do the work.
Now come abaord Star Clipper, Star Flyer or Royal clipper, the largest true fully rigged sailing ship in the world today. As thousands of square feet of sail unfurl above you, you will feel the elation of those mariners of long ago. Because this is Star Clippers and the adventure has only just begun.
The gentle lapping of waves against a wind driven hull. A pod of dolphins playing in the curling bow wave. A salute to a propitious marriage, the wedding of a splendid cruise holiday with the romance of sailing aboard a true tall ship. It is the unique combination of sailing tradition and pampered relaxation that is the essence of Star Clippers. For within the setting of a magnificently evocative Tall ship is a world for those who seek an authentic sailing adventure without sacrificing creature comforts.
Our graceful ships fly along the waves, just like the legendary clippers of a century and a half ago. And this is as much an adventure in highly evolved relaxation as it is in tradition. For though computers have not replaced the skilled hands of our crew in the art of raising sails, we dont expect our guests to become barefoot seamen. Relax and let the crew do the work.
Now come abaord Star Clipper, Star Flyer or Royal clipper, the largest true fully rigged sailing ship in the world today. As thousands of square feet of sail unfurl above you, you will feel the elation of those mariners of long ago. Because this is Star Clippers and the adventure has only just begun.
Culinary Delights
When you rise, help yourself to a continental breakfast with Parisian croissants, toasted English muffins or sweet Danish pastries. Or savour a full breakfast with fresh tropical fruits and crisp bacon, grilled sausage, smoked salmon and omelettes cooked to order in the dining room.
At lunch, a marvelous buffet of seafood, salads and grilled favourites awaits your pleasure. If the day includes a stop at one of the paradisical private islands we frequent, you might also be treated to a succulent outdoor barbecue on shore. When evening comes, our elegantly appointed dining room becomes the setting for the chefs finest culinary presentations, designed to please the eye and the palate, complemented by a selection of equally fine wines. Youll find our service to be friendly and gracious, befitting a tasteful restaurant. Of course, we would not presume to dictate your seating preferences. On all three ships, you are free to dine when and with whomever you wish including with our officers, who join our guests in the dining room most nights. The dress code? No need for formal gowns and black tie, casual elegance is the order of the day and every single night.
Life on Board
Friends gather round the piano bar and join in singing a few favourites. And in the Tropical Bar, the bartender shakes a pitcherful of some delicious cooling concoction. Now, is there anything more relaxing than this? 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. To entertain you at certain ports, we bring local performers on board to give passengers an authentic taste of the local music and arts. So rather than enduring another Broadway revue, you can enjoy the conviviality of fellow shipmates while a live band plays tropical tunes from a real Paradise.
The Captain and crew are superb improvisers of the kind of light-hearted fun youll only find on Star Clippers. The Captains daily briefing on deck is wonderfully informative, and a chance to hear some great story-telling as well. And there are other events and activities, such as out hilarious crab racing contests, that have evolved from Star Clippers sailing heritage. In fact, our passengers tell us that its the easy-going informality of Star Clippers that makes a cruise with us so enjoyable.
Rest Assured
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 with in-house video, direct dial telephone, hair dryer and comfortable furnishings. The dcor is tastefully traditional. Youll find the accoutrements of a luxurious classic yacht, where everything is ingeniously designed for comfort, ease and efficiency. Burnished brass fittings and mahogany brightwork recall our nautical heritage. Soft natural fabrics reflect the colours of the sun, sea and sky. Prints of famous clipper ships and sailing yachts grace the walls. Everything is immaculately maintained and your steward knows exactly when to appear.
On Royal Clipper, 14 deluxe suites offer the ultimate in cruising comfort, with private verandah, whirlpool bath and 24-hour room service. All but six of her 98 cabins are outside, and for the ultimate indulgence, two 33 square metre owners suites may be combined to accommodate up to eight guests. All in all, your Star Clippers cabin or suite is a perfectly arranged abode for day dreams and nights of blissful rest and relaxation.
Terms & Conditions
+Terms & Conditions
Any booking for a Star Clippers Holiday is accepted on these terms and conditions which should be read carefully.
+THE CONTRACT
Once Fred. Olsen Travel has accepted the booking and all payments due at the time of making the booking, a contract exists between each passenger in respect of whom the booking is made and Fred. Olsen Travel is a trading name of Fred. Olsen Travel Limited, a Company registered in England and Wales (Company Registration No. 2287241). Fred. Olsen Travel is a full member of ABTA (no. V3510). It is bonded as a Tour Operator, and holds an Air Travel Organisers Licence issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (ATOL 944) which ensures that where the holiday includes flights in the unlikely event of insolvency of the licence holder, the CAA will arrange to refund money paid for an advance booking and ensure that passengers are not stranded abroad). It is a member of the Passenger Shipping Association.
The person making the booking warrants authority to contract on behalf of all those in respect of whom the booking is made. Fred. Olsen Travel, its employees, servants, agents and sub-contractors, the owner and operator of the ship and any other party involved in the supply of services in connection with this contract shall all have the benefit of all nights, exemptions and limitations in these terms and conditions. In no circumstances shall the total liability of any such party exceed that of Fred. Olsen Travel.
+DEPOSIT, ALTERATIONS AND FINAL PAYMENT
A deposit of 300 per person must accompany the Booking Form. The insurance premium, if applicable, should be paid with the deposit. Should passengers decide to take advantage of a special rate air fare, the full amount of the air fare will be required in addition to the deposit at the time of booking. The balance of the payment for the holiday is due 9 weeks before departure and money must be paid in sufficient time for funds to reach Fred. Olsen Travel. After this the full price must be paid at the time of booking. If for any reason the balance is not received by Fred. Olsen Travel by the date due, Fred. Olsen Travel reserves the right to cancel the booking, retain the deposit paid and charge a cancellation fee of the amount shown in the scale under Cancellation by Passenger applicable at the time of Fred. Olsen Travels decision to cancel.
Payment to or acceptance of any money by a travel agent or other third party does not constitute acceptance of booking by Fred. Olsen Travel. A payment made to a travel agent or any other third party must be made in sufficient time for funds to reach Fred. Olsen Travel.
At the sole discretion of Fred. Olsen Travel a booking may be amended at the request of the passenger. An administration charge of 35 per person may be made for each such amendment accepted.
+HOLIDAY PRICE AND OTHER CHARGES
Prices quoted in this brochure are based on operating costs at the date of going to press. Published prices may be revised upwards or downwards at any time. The price of the holiday may be subject to surcharges for the following items: transportation costs, including the costs of fuel; dues, taxes or fees for services payable at or in connection with passing through, arrival at or departure from any airport, port or place; government action such as increases in VAT or any other Government imposed increases; currency exchange rate fluctuations. Only amounts in excess of 2% of the holiday price excluding insurance premiums and any amendment charges will be surcharged; any surcharged levied will include an amount to cover agents commission. If this means paying more than 10% above the holiday price quoted at the time of booking, the passenger will be entitled to cancel the holiday with a full refund of all money paid except for any premium paid for holiday insurance and amendment charges. Such a cancellation must be made within 14 days of the issue date printed on the surcharge invoice. If a surcharge is made it will be demanded in writing. Failure to pay a surcharge within 14 days may be treated as cancellation of the booking by the passenger, and a cancellation charge of the amount shown under Cancellation by Passenger applicable on the date of Fred. Olsen Travels decision to cancel will be made. No surcharges will be made less than 30 days before the date of commencement of the holiday, except in the case of late bookings received within this period, which will be charged at the brochure price plus the surcharge. A significant decrease in the cost of providing the cruise holiday may be passed on at the discretion of Fred. Olsen Travel.
Any medical services provided during the holiday are outside the scope of the UK National Health Service and charges may be made for services, drugs and other medical provisions.
+CANCELLATION BY PASSENGER
You may cancel your booking subject to notice to Fred. Olsen Travel in writing and payment to Fred. Olsen Travel of a cancellation fee in accordance with the following scale: more than 9 weeks before departure - 300 per person; 62 days to 29 days before departure 30% of the full holiday price; 28 days to 15 days before departure 90% of the full holiday price; 14 days or less or failure to travel 100% of the full holiday price. The effective date of cancellation is the date of receipt of written notice by Fred. Olsen Travel. Cancellation fees may be insurable. Holiday insurance premiums cannot be refunded in the event of cancellation.
+CANCELLATION BY OPERATOR AND MATERIAL ALTERATIONS
Fred. Olsen Travel or any other party acting as operator have the right to cancel any holiday at any time in circumstances amounting to force majeure (e.g. riots, terrorist activity, industrial dispute, natural disaster, fire, hostilities, political unrest, weather conditions, breakdowns and similar events beyond the control of Fred. Olsen Travel). They and any parties responsible for the operation of the ship have the right to cancel any holiday for any reason (even if not amounting to force majeure) up to the date when payment of the balance is due, or paid if later. They have the right to change the itinerary, schedule, or accommodation offered (including change of ship, or category or location of cabin) for reasons beyond their control at any time and such change will not amount to a material alteration. They also have the right to change the itinerary schedule or ship if this appears to Fred. Olsen travel or anyone responsible for the operation of the ship to be desirable for the safety, comfort or enjoyment of passengers or the operational efficiency of the holiday or change accommodation category or location (provided same or higher standard) at the complete discretion of Fred. Olsen Travel or anyone responsible for the operation of the ship and such change will not amount to a material alteration. In any event the Master shall have absolute discretion, as far as safe navigation of the vessel or the safety or comfort of passengers during the cruise is concerned, to alter the route or timing of the cruise at any time for any reason, and such exercise of his discretion shall not amount to a material alteration of the holiday.
Should a material alteration (such as a complete change of itinerary to a different geographical area and not including the alterations referred to in the paragraph above) be made in sufficient time before commencement of the holiday, passengers will be given the choice of either accepting the alteration or receiving a full refund. Should the operator be forced to cancel a holiday for any reason except for default by the passenger, the choice of an alternative available holiday of a similar standard or a full refund will be offered. Should a material alteration (which does not include a change of itinerary) become necessary immediately before or during a holiday for any reason beyond the operators control, then in circumstances which do not amount to force majeure, compensation of 50 per person will be paid, but in circumstances amounting to force majeure no compensation will be payable. Fred. Olsen Travel shall notify passengers of any cancellation or material alteration at the earliest practical opportunity.
In any circumstances referred to above where Fred. Olsen Travel are obliged to offer an alternative holiday of a similar standard, if available, or a full refund, then in addition compensation will be paid on the following scale: more than 9 weeks before departure nil, 6-9 weeks - 10 per person, 4-6 weeks - 20 per person, 2-4 weeks - 30 per person, 2 weeks or less - 40 per person. However, no compensation will be paid if the cancellation/alteration is due to circumstances which amount to force majeure (as described above).
Fred. Olsen Travel has the right to cancel the holiday because the minimum number of passenger needed has not been achieved. If this should happen, Fred. Olsen Travel undertakes to notify the passenger at the earliest practical date and will return all monies paid, but will bear no liability to pay any further compensation.
Other than as provided above Fred. Olsen Travel and any other party involved in the supply of services under this contract shall have no liability to passengers in the event of cancellation by the operator or alteration.
+CONDUCT, SAFETY AND SECURITY
If it appears to Fred. Olsen Travel or to the staff or crew at any time prior to or during a cruise or aircraft flight that a passenger is or is becoming for any reason unfit to travel or likely to endanger or prejudice the health, safety or comfort of him or herself or anyone else on board then the operator, Master or Captain or duly authorised representative may refuse to embark or may disembark the passenger at any port or place, transfer the passenger from one cabin or seat to another, confine or restrain the passenger, or otherwise deal with the passenger as may be necessary. In such circumstances, the passenger shall not be entitled to any refund or compensation of any kind and shall be liable to pay any fines, losses or compensation due to any third party. In no circumstances shall Fred. Olsen Travel have any liability for denial of boarding of any form of transport due to a decision made by any party other than Fred. Olsen Travel.
No animals, dangerous articles, or controlled or prohibited substances may be brought on board the ship. For the safety and security of all passengers it may be necessary to search passengers, their cabins or luggage. Passengers will allow this to take place when authorised by the captain or a security or other officer of the ship.
Fred. Olsen Travel have the right to make, enforce and change (without prior notice) rules and policies for the conduct of passengers on board relating to matters including, but not limited to, dress, behaviour, alcohol and food.
A passenger will be responsible for any loss or damage caused by that passenger during the holiday to any property or person or other third party or Fred. Olsen Travel, no matter how that loss or damage is caused. If a passenger causes such loss or damage then Fred. Olsen Travel may require that passenger immediately or at any time to pay to Fred. Olsen Travel or other parties involved in the supply of services during the holiday an amount sufficient to cover, or on account of, any loss or damage so caused.
+LIABILITY
The liability of Fred. Olsen Travel and any other party who may be involved in the supply of services in connection with this contract may be limited by international including those relating to carriage by sea and air.
Save as provided otherwise in these terms and conditions and subject to the provisions relating to liability, including limits set out in these terms and conditions, all arrangements for the provision of transport of passengers, their baggage and personal property, accommodation and other services made by Fred. Olsen Travel are in addition to these terms and conditions subject to the terms and conditions of airlines and owners or operators of the cruise ships and all other service providers such as transfer operators, hotels etc.
Unless otherwise provided for by force of law or in accordance with this contract the liabilities, duties, obligations and responsibilities of Fred. Olsen Travel and any other party involved in the supply of services in connection with this contract shall be limited in the case of any claim arising out of carriage by sea in accordance with the limits applicable to a carrier under the Athens Convention 1974 (Carriage of Passengers and Luggage by Sea), as modified and set out in parts I and II of Schedule 6 of the Merchant Shipping Act 1995, and in the case of any claim arising out of carriage by air in accordance with the limits applicable to a carrier under the Warsaw Convention 1929 (Carriage of Passengers and Luggage by Air) as modified and set out in the first schedule of the Carriage by Air Act 1961.
The Athens Convention in most cases limits the carriers liability for death or personal injury or loss or damage to luggage and makes special provision for valuables.
The Athens Convention presumes that luggage has been delivered undamaged unless written notice is given to the carrier either, in the case of apparent damage, before or at the time of disembarkation or redelivery should have taken place.
The liability of Fred. Olsen Travel or any other party who may be involved in the supply of services in connection with this contract for death or illness of, or personal injury to, any passenger, or the loss of or damage to the luggage of any passenger is limited to the maximum amount specified in Articles 7 and 8 of the Convention save in the case of valuables (as defined in Article 5 of the Convention) where no liability is accepted unless such valuables have been deposited with the carrier for the agreed purposes of safe-keeping in which case liability will be limited to the limit provided for in Article 8(3) of the Convention. Fred. Olsen Travel accepts responsibility for damage caused to passengers by failure to perform the contract or improper performance of the contract unless the failure or improper performance happens without fault on the part of Fred. Olsen Travel or anyone who supplies services which are included in the holiday booked because:
(i) it is attributable to fault on the part of the passenger; or
(ii) it is unforeseeable and unavoidable and attributable to a third party who does not supply services included in the holiday; or
(iii) it is due to unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond the control of Fred. Olsen Travel the consequences of which could not have been avoided by the exercise of due care, or an event which Fred. Olsen Travel or anyone who supplies services included in the holiday booked could not foresee or forestall including but not limited to circumstances related to unusual weather or sea conditions.
+CLAIMS
Any matter which might give rise to a problem, complaint or claim must be notified to the ship or hotel management, airline staff or other relevant suppliers of services at the time of the incident. If the matter cannot be rectified immediately Fred. Olsen travel must be notified as soon as possible and in any event notice of a claim must be given in writing to Fred.Olsen Travel within 30 days of the matter arising. Failure to give notice of a problem, complaint or claim in accordance with these provisions may mean that the matter cannot be properly investigated or rectified and this may affect your rights. Unless a longer period is provided for by force of law any claim shall be time-barred if proceedings are not brought within two years of the incident giving rise to the claim.
Any claim or dispute shall be dealt with accordance with English law and any proceedings shall be brought the Courts of England and Wales in London.
Some disputes involving claims up to a limited amount may (subject to the agreement of the passenger and Fred.Olsen Travel) be referred to arbitration under a scheme devised by arrangement with the Passenger Shipping Association and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. Details will be supplied on request. The scheme does not apply to claims arising out of physical injury or illness. Arbitration must be applied for within nine months of the date of return of the holiday, but in special circumstances may be offered outside this period.
+ASSISTANCE
Fred.Olsen Travel may afford assistance to any passenger who suffers illness, personal injury or death during the holiday. Such assistance is subject to the discretion of Fred.Olsen Travel, but may take the form of advice, guidance or initial financial aid where appropriate. Any expenses reasonably incurred or on behalf of the passenger (including medical treatment and repatriation expenses) shall be repayable by you to Fred.Olsen Travel in full on demand (whether or not you may have insurance cover for some or all of the expenses).
+MATERIAL FACTS
It is a condition of courage, and insurance that all material facts have been disclosed by the passenger to Fred.Olsen Travel as if they were an insurer. A material fact is a fact likely to influence insurers in the acceptance or assessment of insurance (for example, a matter relating to the state of health of the passenger or a close relative). Where there is doubt as to whether a fact is material then it should be disclosed. Failure to do so may affect the passengers rights under the insurance, or lead the operator to deny boarding.
+MOBILITY AND SPECIAL ASSISTANCE
Passengers must give written notice to Fred.Olsen Travel at the time of booking of any physical disability, mobility problem, or any other condition requiring special care, attention or treatment. If any such condition arises after booking then written notice must be given to Fred.Olsen Travel as soon as possible. It may not be possible satisfactorily to accommodate a passenger with such a condition on board a Star Clippers vessel. Passage may therefore be refused to those with such a condition at the sole discretion of Fred.Olsen Travel or the operator.
Women who will be more than 28 weeks pregnant at the end of the holiday are not permitted to travel.
+DOCUMENTARY AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
A full valid passport is required for all holidays in this brochure, valid for at least 6 months after the date of return to the UK.
The Passenger is responsible for ensuring compliance with all necessary visa and other documentary requirements for the entire holiday, and shall have received all medical inoculations necessary for the holiday (notwithstanding that Fred.Olsen Travel may provide advice on these matters from time to time). Advice on these matters may be obtained from the Foreign and Commonwealth office. At any port or place Fred.Olsen Travel or any other party involved in the supply of services in connection with this contract may refuse travel or disembark any passenger without compensation who in the opinion of Fred.Olsen Travel or the party involved might be excluded from landing at any destination by immigration or other Governmental Authorities or who may be suffering from contagious or infectious disease or whose presence may be detrimental to the safety of other holidaymakers or crew members.
+ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This brochure is the sole responsibility of Fred.Olsen Travel. It is not issued on behalf of, and does not commit the airlines mentioned or any other airline whose services are used during the course of the holiday.
When a cruise only (Just Cruising) holiday is purchased from Fred.Olsen Travel through another tour operator, the terms and conditions applicable to that tour operator will apply and Fred.Olsen Travel will be responsible in accordance with these terms and conditions for the cruise portion only.
Prices for fly cruise quoted in this brochure are inclusive of specially negotiated airfares which are subject to availability. If no aircraft seats are available at such fares in conjunction with a particular cruise at the time of booking then the Fly Cruise option will not be offered. Flight upgrades are subject to availability.
All itineraries are based on the current airline schedules. If these are altered or flights do not operate on schedule, then the holiday may have to be altered, but such an alteration will not amount to a material alteration of the holiday. Details of which aircraft operator will be used for the holiday booked and the type of aircraft operated cannot always be given at the time of booking.
The transport of passengers and baggage on board STAR CLIPPER, STAR FLYER and ROYAL CLIPPER is under the sole control and management of Star Clippers Inc. 4101 Salzedo Ave, Coral Gables, Florida 33146, USA. Star Clippers Inc. has appointed Fred.Olsen Travel to act as exclusive Sales Agent in the UK.
+INSURANCE
It is a requirement that travel insurance is taken out before travelling on one of our holidays. For those who require it we can provide competitive insurance cover full details of which can be found in the brochure.
+DATA PROTECTION
Personal details will be held by Fred.Olsen Travel as data to enable Fred.Olsen Travel to fulfill the contract to supply your holiday. This may involve passing these details on to third parties. Personals details supplied to Fred.Olsen Travel may also be used for marketing purposes. Marketing communications from Fred.Olsen Travel will allow you the opportunity to opt out of further communications. Fred.Olsen Travel will not disclose your personals details to third parties for marketing purposes without your express permission.
Welcome to Star Clippers
The gentle lapping of waves against a wind-driven hull. A pod of dolphins playing in the curling bow wave. A salute to a propitious marriage, the wedding of a splendid cruise holiday with the romance of sailing aboard a true Tall Ship.
It is this unique combination of sailing tradition and pampered relaxation that is the essence of Star Clippers. For within the setting of a magnificently evocative Tall Ship is a world for those who seek an authentic sailing adventure without sacrificing creature comforts.
Our graceful ships fly along the waves, just like the legendary clippers of a century and a-half ago. And this is as much an adventure in highly evolved relaxation as it is in tradition. For though computers have not replaced the skilled hands of our crew in the art of raising sails, we dont expect our guests to become barefoot seamen. Relax and let the crew do the work.
Now, come aboard Star Clipper, Star Flyer or Royal Clipper, the largest true fully rigged sailing ship in the world today. As thousands of square feet of sail unfurl above you, youll feel the elation of those mariners of long ago. Because this is Star Clippers and the adventure has only just begun.