Life on board
Clearly, this is not a cruise ship in the ordinary sense. On Royal Clipper, 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 you’ll only find on Royal Clipper. The Captain’s daily briefing on deck is wonderfully informative, as well as a chance to hear some great storytelling.
There are other events and activities, such as our hilarious crab racing contests, that have evolved from Royal Clippers’ sailing heritage. In fact, our passengers tell us that it’s the easy-going informality of Star Clippers that makes a cruise with us so enjoyable.

Culinary delights
Our inspired chefs make dining aboard a delightful culinary adventure with an international menu of foods from the far corners of the earth.
You are free to dine when and with whomever you wish – including our officers, who join our guests in the dining room most nights.

Suggested Clothing
The atmosphere on the ship will be very relaxed and casual. For daytime wear, walking shorts, bathing attire with cover-ups, skirts, light trousers, and hats are recommended. For shore excursions, comfortable walking shoes are essential.
In the evening, sun dresses, skirts or slacks for women, and trousers with polo or dress shirts for men are recommended. Jackets are not required – but are welcome for Captain’s dinner. Shorts or T-shirts are not to be worn in the dining room in the evening.

Rest Assured
The décor is tastefully traditional. You’ll 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 colors 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.