Windward Cruise

The Caribbean venues where the Royal Clipper sails are famous for the glorious sailing weather, and every voyage promises the thrill of passagemaking under full sail.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Bridgetown, Barbados
On the wild and rugged east coast of Barbados, the isolated beaches are the color of sunrise, the red sands having blown all the way across the Atlantic from the Sahara. The eastern most island of the Windwards, and indeed, of the entire Caribbean, reaches out to Africa and the Old World, as if not quite part of the New.

Bridgetown, Barbados is an interesting town full of contrasts. George Washington actually slept here! Trafalgar Square reminds you that the laid back, rum-and-fun-loving island's Britishinfluenced heritage includes revered traditions like cricket and high tea.

Day 2 - Rodney Bay, St. Lucia
A lush island of tropical beauty. St. Lucia is part of the Windward Islands. Its 238 square miles are covered with rain forests, banana plantations, palm lined beaches, mountains and even a drivein volcano. Prettier sights are to be seen at Diamond Falls and Mineral Baths where you can walk the gardens and take a dip in the pool under the waterfalls. One of Sr. Lucia's truly spectacular attractions is the Pitons, two volcanic cones rising up from the sea that have become a symbol of the island itself. Today, St. Lucia offers its guests a wide range of natural charm with beautiful beaches, lush scenery and fishing villages unchanged by time and friendly Caribbean hospitality.

Day 3 - Cabrits & Roseau, Dominica
Dominica is a dream-like island, full of surprises. From Star Clippers anchorage in remote Prince Rupert Bay, the steep mountainsides and lush jungle-like beauty might remind you of a Rousseau landscape. Glide through a steamy orchid-festooned rainforest in a fascinating boat ride up the winding Layrou River. Alternatively, hike to breathtaking Trafalgar Falls and a bubbling lake.

Day 4 - Falmouth Harbour, Antigua
The dockyards, marinas, old inns, venerable pubs and convivial crowds of sun-tanned yacht crews might remind you a bit of Newport or Annapolis, because this is the epicenter of the Caribbean yachting world. English Harbor is probably one of the most atmospheric ports you'll ever encounter. It was here that a soon-to-be-famous Royal Navy Captain set up his base in 1785. Today, every faded pink brick and weather-worn bollard of Nelson's Dockyard evokes the presence of the greatest naval commander in history.

Day 5 - Basseterre & Beach, St. Kitts
Sr. Kitts' was the first successful colony in the British West Indies. Indeed, when viewed from the top of Brimstone Hill, the "Gibraltar of the Caribbean" appears to dominate everything in the Southern Sea. Shop in colorful BasseteLTe, play golf and tour old plantation houses. For the adventuresome
there's a brisk hike through the rainforest.

Day 6 - Iles des Saintes
Les Saintes is a thoroughly entrancing group of islands lying off Guadeloupe. The independent, self sufficient inhabitants are descended from Breton fishermen. Wealthy French investors have recently built elaborate vacation homes and exclusive resorts here. You'll enjoy the super beaches, snorkeling, diving and other watersports
on offer.

Day 7 - Martinique
Martinique is the classic French Caribbean island. Wild and mysterious, yet urbane and sophisticated, it is France with a tropical twist, with something for almost everyone. You won't be able to resist the charms of spicy Creole cooking and tempting boutiques in Fort de France.

Day 8 - Bridgetown, Barbados
Disembark for your flight back home.

Price Includes: Shipboard accommodations, ocean transportation, ship's watersports program (except SCUBA diving), all meals and on board entertainment.

Price Does Not Include: Air transportation, hotel, transfer arrangements, gratuities, port charges, baggage handling, travel insurance, transfers, optional air/sea or land programs (unless noted), shore excursions, airport facility charges, taxes/fees, alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, gratuities, gift shop purchases, medical services, phone calls.

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