Star Clippers Kirker brochure 2014

STAR CLIPPERS STAR CLIPPERS

Stay & Sail Adventures With Star Clippers & Kirker

2014

Athens • Greek Islands • Istanbul • Venice • Andalucia • Morocco • Hvar St. Tropez • Dubrovnik • Lisbon • Sicily • Monte Carlo • Rome • Corsica • Sardinia Barcelona • Balearic Islands • Cote d’Azur

Welcome

Stay & Sail Adventures With Star Clippers & Kirker Combining their expertise in providing exceptional holidays for the discerning traveller, Star Clippers and Kirker Holidays have teamed up to offer a variety of tailor-made itineraries, including flights or rail, private transfers and accommodation, alongside a cruise aboard one of Star Clippers’ elegant tall ships.

Those who seek an authentic sailing adventure without sacrificing creature comforts will be delighted by the outstanding levels of service and attention to detail offered on board one of Star Clippers’ iconic fleet. While the hand-picked hotels from Kirker, with their twenty seven years of experience in creating stylish and relaxing short breaks to some of the world’s most fascinating cities, will ensure a stress free and relaxing holiday from start to finish.

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barquentines; the 360’ Star Flyer, which set sail in 1991

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and her twin, Star Clipper, launched in 1992.

providing a truly memorable experience, makes Kirker the

The vessels were the first sailing clippers to be built since

ideal accompaniment for Star Clippers’ voyages.

1910 and heralded a renaissance of the golden age of

Featuring outstanding properties in a range of different

sail. In 2000, Krafft added a third vessel, Royal Clipper, a

styles, from small family-run riads to the finest luxury hotels,

400’ long, masted, fully square-rigged vessel with 42 sails,

Kirker’s emphasis on combining a few days in a city with

the largest sailing vessel of its kind in the world.

a short stay in a relaxing countryside, coastal or lakeside

The three ships in the Star Clippers fleet are modern, high-

property provides travellers with the perfect balance of

tar Clippers was founded in 1989 by Swedish entrepreneur and classic boat connoisseur, Mikael Krafft, initially operating two identical four masted

irker has been delighting travellers since 1986 with lovingly crafted tailor-made holidays to Europe and beyond. The intimate knowledge of each

destination they recommend, along with their passion for

tech, re-creations of the classic clipper sailing ships that

culture and relaxation.

dominated the oceans of the world in the 19th century.

The convenience of private transfers, which are included

Today they offer passengers comfortable, crewed sailing

with all itineraries, also ensures that no time is wasted -

on traditional clipper ships, built to uncompromising safety

leaving guests to savour every moment of their trip. The

standards, with the luxurious surroundings of a private

Kirker Concierge is also able to recommend and book

yacht.

private tours, events or concerts as well as book tables at

For the first time, passengers can enjoy the romance of

some of Europe’s most exclusive restaurants.

sailing on board a true tall ship in a relaxed atmosphere

A unique feature of booking a Stay and Sail holiday with

with high standards of service and pampering provided

Star Clippers and Kirker is the Added Value included

by an attentive crew. All three ships have expansive

with many of the destinations within this brochure. From

teak decks, swimming pools, informal dining, a convivial

museum passes and gallery tickets to city walking tours,

Tropical Bar on deck and a comfortable piano bar and

each of these complimentary extras have been selected

are large enough to offer first class accommodation

to enable guests to get the most out of every destination.

and dining, but small enough to call into intimate ports,

While all of the itineraries selected have been carefully

untouched by large cruise ships.

crafted, Kirker’s expertise in tailor-made holidays means that they can be refined further to suit every taste.

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Unique Concierge Service Kirker’s in-house concierge is at your disposal to make every detail of your holiday run smoothly.

The Kirker Concierge has contacts in most major cities and is able to secure tickets for opera, concerts and ballet, from the famous theaters to summer festivals - even when the box office has sold out. He is also able to pre-book entrance for museums and galleries and book private excursions and guided tours. Why not ask the Concierge to recommend a restaurant and reserve a table for a delicious dinner?

Tel: 0845 200 6145 Email: sales@starclippers.co.uk

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Departures Departure Date

Route

Ship

Duration

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23 April 2014

Malta & Sicily with the Greek Islands

Star Clipper

11 nights

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27 April 2014

Malaga, the Balearic Islands and Rome

Royal Clipper

7 nights

6

2 May 2014

Malaga to Monte Carlo & the Historic Grand Prix

Star Flyer

11 nights

6

7 May 2014

A Yachtsman' s Paradise from Istanbul

Star Clipper

11 nights

7

21 May 2014

Rome & the Amalfi Coast with Frascati wine region

Royal Clipper

12 nights

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7 July 2014

The Romance of Verona and the Dalmatian Coast

Star Clipper

13 nights

8

18 July 2014

Taste of the Balearics

Star Flyer

8 nights

8

11 Aug 2014

Venice, the Pontine Islands and Rome

Royal Clipper

15 nights

9

26 Sep 2014

Corsica & Italy from Monte Carlo

Star Flyer

10 nights

9

3 Oct 2014

Monaco, France and Barcelona

Star Flyer

10 nights

10

17 Oct 2014

Athens to Malta & Gozo

Star Clipper

8 nights

10

21 Oct 2014

A Taste of Corsica & Sardinia

Royal Clipper

6 nights

11

22 Oct 2014

Malta to Malaga

Star Clipper

12 nights

11

Arabian Nights...

15 Oct 2014

Malaga to Las Palmas with Seville stay

Star Flyer

10 nights

12

24 Oct 2014

Rome to Casablanca and the magic of Marrakech

Royal Clipper

12 nights

13

30 Oct 2014

Captivating Marrakech to Lisbon

Royal Clipper

8 nights

13

Featured Sailings 27 Sep 2014

Venice, the Orient-Express and the Dalmatian Coast

Royal Clipper

12 nights

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24 May 2014

The Ligurian Sea & Monaco Grand Prix Sailing

Star Flyer

9 nights

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Recommended Holidays 2014

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his brochure features a selection of some of our favourite voyages aboard the Star Clippers’ ships, combined with recommended hotels in cities

such as Venice or Athens. All packages include flights or rail travel from the UK, hand-picked hotels and an unforgettable cruise aboard one of three beautiful tall ships, as well as private transfers on arrival and departure at no extra charge.

For opera tickets, private guided tours or perhaps a table for dinner at a Kirker recommended restaurant, the Kirker Concierge is at the disposal of every guest.

Tailor-made cruise holidays

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e have selected some of our favourite hotels in each destination but are more than happy to create a personalised itinerary, tailored to travellers' individual

requirements.

This could be a simple alteration to the journey or transfer, adding an additional night’s stay in a relaxing hotel before the cruise embarks, or fitting in a few days sightseeing with a private guide. Many of our guests opt to spend an extra week in a luxurious 5* hotel to completely unwind before returning home. Please contact one of our expert consultants to discuss.

Hotel Phoenicia

Malta & Sicily with the Greek Islands 23 April 2014

11 Nights

Discover the hidden treasures of Valletta with its fascinating

iconic Greek destinations before gliding into the port of Athens.

history and thriving waterfront, during a three night luxury stay,

What better way to round off your trip than with a one night stay

before discovering a new age of sail aboard the Star Clipper.

in one of the world’s oldest cities, with breathtaking views of the

This eleven night holiday takes in the beautiful Sicilian coastline

Acropolis and Parthenon…

and Katakolon, the gateway to Olympia, along with three more

1. Hotel Phoenicia 23 April 2014

3. Grande Bretagne 3 May 2014

You will stay three nights with breakfast at the 4* Hotel Phoenicia in

Enjoy a one night stay with breakfast at the 5* Grande Bretagne in

Malta. The renowned sites of Malta are just footsteps away from the

Athens. When this prestigious hotel first opened its doors in 1872, it

hotel, including St. John’s Cathedral. The 136 bedrooms are pleasantly

immediately became the most luxurious address in Athens. It reopened

furnished and some have harbour views. Many rooms have recently been

in 2003 after restoration and has retained the style and grandeur of its

renovated in a comfortable, contemporary style.

heyday. Return journey from Athens on 4 May 2014.

5* upgrade £178 per person

Added Value

2. Star Clipper 26 April 2014 Embark Star Clipper for your 7 night cruise

Added Value STAR CLIPPERS• Full day private guided tour of the historic

Valletta, Malta • Syracuse, Sicily - Italy • At Sea • Katakolon, Greece

(Optional Tour Olympia) • Monemvasia, Greece • Mykonos, Greece Hydra, Greece • Piraeus (Port Of Athens), Greece

STAR

3 cities & ancient capital city of Mdina.

• Entrance tickets to the Acropolis CLIPPERS Museum in Athens.

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£2209 Per Person

All prices based on flight, hotel and cruise package based on a cat 6 cabin. Subject to change and availability. All prices will be confirmed at time of booking.

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Capo d’Africa

Malaga, the Balearic Islands & Rome 27 April 2014

7 Nights

Enjoy a springtime escape with this seven night stay & sail holiday

stunning Balearic Islands of Mallorca and Menorca, you will end

from the Andalusian city of Malaga to the ancient city of Rome.

your cruise at Civitavecchia, the port of Rome. The Eternal City

After taking in some Spanish culture, you will then embark the

offers visitors a unique concentration of more than two millennia

distinctive Royal Clipper, inspired by the tall ship Preussen, once

of history layered on top of one another...

the fastest, largest sailing ship in the world. Gliding on to the

1. Posada del Patio 27 April 2014

3. Capo d’Africa 3 May 2014

You will stay one night with breakfast at the 5* Posada del Patio in

Enjoy a one night stay with breakfast at the 4* Capo d’Africa in Rome.

Malaga. The city’s newest and only five star hotel opened in 2010

This stylish hotel opened in 2002 and is almost unique in Rome for being

and is located in the heart of the historic centre, within easy walking

located within a five minute walk of the walls of the Colosseum and very

distance of the Cathedral, the Picasso and the Thyssen Museums. It has a

close to the Forum: this hotel is truly in the heart of ancient Rome. Return

wonderful rooftop swimming pool with views over the city.

journey from Rome on 4 May 2014.

5* upgrade £120 per person

Added Value

2. Royal Clipper 28 April 2014 Embark Royal Clipper for your 5 night cruise

Added Value

From

STAR CLIPPERS

Malaga, Spain • At Sea • Palma, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain • Mahon, Menorca, Balearic Islands • At Sea • Civitavecchia (Port of

• Entrance ticket for the Picasso Museum in Malaga.

STAR CLIPPERS • Entrance ticket for Vatican Museum and

Rome) , Italy

Sistine Chapel, or the Villa Borghese.

£1599 Per Person

Fairmont

Malaga to Monte Carlo & the Historic Grand Prix 2 May 2014

11 Nights

This 11 night trip combines the rich cultural heritage of Andalusia

the famous resort of St Tropez, you will dock in Monte Carlo, home

with the glitz and glamour of Monaco. Starting with an overnight

of the Monaco Grand Prix, where you have three nights to take

stay in the historic old town of Malaga, you are perfectly

in the sights and sounds of the French Riviera. Sit back and enjoy

placed to explore this charming city before boarding Star Flyer.

the views from your terrace as you look forward to starting your

Navigating your way through the Balearic Sea and onwards to

journey home with a thrilling helicopter ride to Nice...

1. Posada del Patio 2 May 2014

3. Fairmont 10 May 2014

You will stay one night with breakfast at the 5* Posada del Patio in

Enjoy a three nights stay with breakfast at the 5* Fairmont in Monaco.

Malaga. The city’s newest and only five star hotel opened in 2010 and is

This is a large hotel (over 600 rooms) and has some great facilities

located in the heart of the historic centre, within easy walking distance

including a large proportion of rooms with terraces and panoramic sea

of the Cathedral, the Picasso* and the Thyssen Museums. It has a

views, a spa, an outdoor heated swimming pool (open all year) and two

wonderful rooftop swimming pool with views over the city.

restaurants. Return journey from Nice on 13 May 2014.

2. Star Flyer 3 May 2014 Embark Star Flyer for your 7 night cruise

STAR CLIPPERS

Malaga, Spain • At Sea • Cartagena, Spain • Ibiza, Balearic Islands,

Spain • Palma, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain • At Sea • St Tropez, France • Monte Carlo, Monaco

STAR CLIPPERS

All Kirker clients visiting the principality receive ”The Passport to Monaco”, full of exclusive offers.

Turn to page 18 for more information...

From

£2469 Per Person

*Added value - Entrance ticket for the Picasso Museum in Malaga.

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All prices based on flight, hotel and cruise package based on a cat 6 cabin. Subject to change and availability. All prices will be confirmed at time of booking.

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A Yachtsman's Paradise from Istanbul 7 May 2014

11 Nights

Breezing from island to island during this 11 night adventure,

or take a boat ride across the Bosphorus – letting the waves

you will take in a myriad of different sights and sounds from the

transport you from Europe into Asia. The combination of Turkish

hustle and bustle of Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar to the ancient ruins

hospitality with the beauty and wonder of Ancient Greece, will

of Athens. Marvel at Istanbul’s imposing yet beautiful Hagia Sofia

make this a holiday to remember…

and Blue Mosque as you listen to the haunting call of the minarets

1. Hotel Sultanhan 7 May 2014

3. St George Lycabettus 17 May 2014

You will stay three nights with breakfast at the 4* Hotel Sultanhan in

Enjoy a one night stay with breakfast at the 4* St George Lycabettus

Istanbul. Ideally situated on a quiet street within walking distance of

in Athens. This stylish boutique property is located in the Kolonaki area

Istanbul's historical sights, the Sultanhan is an attractive boutique property

of Athens, one of the oldest and most fashionable parts of the city. It is

that has an atmosphere and design that is more 'townhouse' than hotel.

situated on a hill and has great views of the Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill.

Return journey from Athens on 18 May 2014.

Added Value

2. Star Clipper 10 May 2014 Embark Star Clipper for your 7 night cruise

STAR CLIPPERSAdded

Istanbul • Canakkale, Turkey (Optional Tour To Troy) • Myrina, Limnos,

Greece • Monasteries On Mount Athos (am Sail By) & Ouranopolis (pm),

• Half day private guided tour in

Istanbul.

STAR CLIPPERS

Greece • Skiathos, Greece • Skopelos, Greece • Poros, Greece • Piraeus (Port Of Athens), Greece

From

Value

• Entrance tickets to the Acropolis Museum in Athens.

£2079 Per Person 5* upgrade available for £892pp

Park Hotel Villa Graziol

Rome & the Amalfi Coast with Frascati wine region 21 May 2014

12 Nights

Enjoy the late Spring sunshine on this 12 night round trip from

Tusculum. Boarding Royal Clipper you will then sail by the volcanic

Rome, stopping at Italy's Pontine Islands and the Amalfi Coast.

Aeolian Islands of Lipari and Stromboli, before sweeping back

Beginning your holiday with a three night pre-cruise stay in

into Rome. As with all our recommended stay and sail breaks,

the Frascati region outside Rome, you can sample this area's

take advantage of one of our Added Value activities and visit the

renowned Frascati white wine or explore the nearby ruins of

Sistine Chapel free of charge...

1. Park Hotel Villa Grazioli 21 May 2014

3. Marcella Royal 31 May 2014

Enjoy a three night stay with breakfast at the 4* Hotel Villa Grazioli in the

You will stay two nights with breakfast at the 4* Marcella Royal in Rome.

Frascati region of Rome. Built in 1580 by Cardinal Carafa, who chose the

For many, the highlight of a stay at Marcella Royal is the ‘Sala Panorama’

site for its atmosphere of tranquillity and its wonderful views of the city.

on the top floor with its open air terrace. Here you can enjoy breakfast,

Frascati lies 20 kilometres South East of Rome, in an area rich in vineyards

a cocktail or a light dinner whilst taking in the magnificent views of the

and grand private villas.

city’s rooftops from St Peter’s to the Castelli Romani.

Added Value

2. Royal Clipper 24 May 2014 Embark Royal Clipper for your 7 night cruise

Return journey from Rome on 2 June 2014.

STAR CLIPPERSAdded

Civitavecchia (Port of Rome), Italy • Palmarola (am), Ponza (pm), Pontine

Value

• 3 night pre cruise stay with wine Islands - Italy • Sorrento, Italy (optional tour Capri or Pompeii) • Amalfi, tasting experience in Frascati wine region.

STAR CLIPPERS Italy • Taormina, Sicily • Lipari & Stromboli, Aeolian Islands - Italy (evening sail by) • At Sea • Civitavecchia, Italy

• Entrance ticket for Vatican Museum

and Sistine Chapel, or the Villa Borghese.

From

£2479 Per Person 5* upgrade available for £289pp

All prices based on flight, hotel and cruise package based on a cat 6 cabin. Subject to change and availability. All prices will be confirmed at time of booking.

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OPERA Special Grande Bretagne

The Romance of Verona & the Dalmatian Coast 7 July 2014

13 Nights

The land of art, musicians and thespians, your holiday begins

Sea and onto the dramatic Dalmatian Coast. Taking in the

in Verona where you will be treated to a night of Opera at the

Croatian towns of Hvar and Dubronvnik and through the winding

internationally famous Verona Arena - one of the best preserved

bay of Kotor, Montenegro, you then head back in time to ancient

ancient structures of its kind. Embarking Star Clipper for your ten

Olympia and the classical city of Athens…

night cruise, you'll head for an epic voyage across the Adriatic

1. Palazzo Victoria 7 July 2014

3. Grande Bretagne 19 July 2014

You will stay two nights with breakfast at the at the 4* Palazzo Victoria in

Enjoy a one night stay with breakfast at the 5* Grande Bretagne in Athens.

Verona. Behind an ornate façade you will find contemporary furnishings

This prestigious hotel first opened its doors in 1872, and became the most

alongside original frescoes and Roman ruins in the public areas. Spend a

luxurious address in Athens. It reopened in 2003 after restoration and has

wonderful evening at the opera at the Verona Arena.

retained the style and grandeur of its heyday. Journey home from Athens

5* upgrade £696 per person

on 20 July 2014.

Added Value

2. Star Clipper 9 July 2014 Embark Star Clipper for your 10 night cruise

Added Value

From

STAR CLIPPERS

Venice, Italy • Mali Losinj, Croatia • Hvar, Croatia • Dubrovnik, Croatia •

• Tickets for one opera performance at the Verona Arena (central numbered steps).

Kotor, Montenegro • Corfu, Greece • Katakolon, Greece (OptionalSTAR Tour toCLIPPERS • Entrance tickets to the Acropolis Museum Olympia) At Sea • Santorini, Greece • Mykonos, Greece • Piraeus (Port of

£2825 Per Person

in Athens.

Athens), Greece

Gran Hotel Son Net

Taste of the Balearics 18 July 2014

8 Nights

The captivating islands of the Balearic archipelago are a favourite

better way to soak up the sun than with a wine tasting trip to the

for connoisseurs of sail cruising. Palma de Mallorca is famed as a

hills of Binissalem? Your cruise continues on to the lively city of Ibiza

vibrant yachting hub and serves as your launch pad for this eight

and bustling neoclassical fishing port of Sant Carles de la Rapita,

night holiday. Many visitors are surprised to discover that Mallorca

before visiting Mahon, Menorca, which boasts one of the largest

produces some of the finest wines in the Mediterranean – what

natural harbours in the world…

1. Palacio Ca Sa Galesa 18 July 2014

Gran Hotel Son Net* 26 July 2014

You will stay one night with breakfast at the 5* Palacio Ca Sa Galesa in

Enjoy an optional three night stay at the 5* Gran Hotel Son Net with

Palma, Majorca. Antique furniture, dating back to the 17th and 18th

breakfast in Mallorca. The finca Son Net, an ancient manor house dating

centuries, is combined with contemporary paintings and sculptures. A

back to 1672, was completely restored in 1998. Many of the original

small indoor swimming pool, a cool patio with a fountain and a glorious

natural stone-flagged floors and rustic wooden beams remain. Art lovers

rooftop sun terrace with panoramic views of the Cathedral.

will admire the original works by Chagall, Hockney and Warhol.

Added Value

2. Star Flyer 19 July 2014

(Optional Stay)

*Optional supplement for Gran Hotel Son Net stay + £652 pp

Palma, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain • Formentera, Balearic Islands, STAR CLIPPERS • Ibiza, Balearic Islands • Valencia, Spain • Sant Carles de la Rapita,

Added Value

Spain • Mahon, Menorca, Balearic Islands • Pollenca, MallorcaSTAR • Palma, CLIPPERS • Bottle of Cava on arrival at hotel in Palma.

Mallorca

From

£1769 Per Person

Journey home from Palma on 26 or 29* July 2014.

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All prices based on flight, hotel and cruise package based on a cat 6 cabin. Subject to change and availability. All prices will be confirmed at time of booking.

The Marcella Royal

Venice, the Pontine Islands & Rome 11 August 2014

15 Nights

The enchanting floating city of Venice could be described as

and beyond. Sweeping past Croatia's 1800km coastline, where

the most romantic place from which to set sail aboard Royal

its isolated islands and beautiful beaches provide a stunning

Clipper. Feast your eyes upon the architectural masterpieces

backdrop to your Adriatic voyage, you then round the coast of

of the Basilica de San Marco and Palazzo Ducale before setting

Palmarola before ending your cruise in classical Rome…

sail across the Mediterranean, bound for the romance of Istria

1. Hotel Colombina 11 August 2014

3. Marcella Royal 23 August 2014

Enjoy a two night stay with breakfast at the 4* Hotel Colombina in Venice.

You will stay three nights with breakfast at the 4* The Marcella Royal in Rome.

This boutique hotel has a wonderful location about five minutes' walk from

The highlight at Marcella Royal is the ‘Sala Panorama’ on the top floor with its

St. Mark's Square. There is a very attractive bar and lounge, and a breakfast

open air terrace. Here you can enjoy breakfast or a light dinner whilst taking

room where buffet breakfast is served.

in the magnificent views of the city, from St Peter’s to the Castelli Romani.

Journey home from Rome on 26 August 2014.

Added Value

2. Royal Clipper 13 August 2014 Embark Royal Clipper for your 10 night cruise

Added Value STAR CLIPPERS

Venice, Italy • Rovinj, Croatia • Hvar, Croatia • Dubrovnik, Croatia •

Kotor, Montenegro • Corfu, Greece • At Sea • Taormina, Sicily • Sorrento,

• Entrance ticket for Doge’s Palace.

• Entrance ticket for Vatican Museum

STAR CLIPPERS and Sistine Chapel, or the Villa Borghese.

Italy (Optional tour Capri or Pompeii) • Ponza (am), Palmarola (pm),

From

£2945 Per Person 5* upgrade available for £393pp

Pontine Islands - Italy • Civitavecchia (Port of Rome), Italy

Corsica & Italy from Monte Carlo 26 September 2014

10 Nights

Starting your late summer escape with an overnight stay at Villa

rich and famous, Monte Carlo, why not indulge in a Martini or two

Rivoli, in the heart of historical Nice, you will embark the Star Flyer

at one of Monaco’s hot spots or take a walk around the streets

for a wonderfully relaxing cruise through the crystal clear waters

made famous by the Formula One Monaco Grand Prix. Bask in

and picturesque bays of the Ligurian sea; taking in the beautiful

the memories of your trip from the comfort of your terrace at the

island of Corsica as you go. Finishing up in the playground of the

luxurious Hotel Columbus, famed for its rich and famous clientele…

1. Villa Rivoli 26 September 2014

3. Hotel Columbus 4 October 2014

You will stay one night with breakfast at the 4* Villa Rivoli in Nice. All 24

Enjoy a two night stay with breakfast at the 4* Hotel Columbus in Monte

rooms have all been recently renovated and are individually decorated

Carlo. The sleek bar is one of Monaco’s ‘hot spots’ and is famous for its

in a classical French style. The hotel has a spacious, newly refurbished

chocolate Martinis; the informal Columbus Brasserie has a large terrace

reception room. Our good friend Barbara Kimmig is the manager and

overlooking the Princess Grace Rose Garden and there is a gym, a

she ensures that Kirker clients are particularly well looked after.

summer swimming pool and a private beach, a short distance away.

Journey home on 6 October 2014.

2. Star Flyer 27 September 2014 Embark Star Flyer for your 7 night cruise

STAR CLIPPERS

Monte Carlo, Monaco • L’ille Rousse/St. Florent, Corsica • East Corsica

(beach) & Bastia, Corsica • Portoferraio, Elba, Italy • Rapallo, Italy (optional

STAR CLIPPERS

ferry to Portofino) • Les Voiles de St. Tropez, France • Monte Carlo, Monaco

RAIL & SAIL OPTION AVAILABLE - CALL FOR DETAILS

All Kirker clients visiting the principality receive ”The Passport to Monaco”, full of exclusive offers.

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From

£1899 Per Person 5* upgrade available for £596pp

All prices based on flight, hotel and cruise package based on a cat 6 cabin. Subject to change and availability. All prices will be confirmed at time of booking.

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Hotel Columbus

Monaco, France & Barcelona 3 October 2014

Hotel Columbus and end with unforgettable views of the port of

and the unspoilt Mediterranean port town of Sete, France, this 10

Barcelona. Spending two nights within walking distance of Las

night holiday takes you on a relaxing voyage across the Costa

Ramblas, the beach and the city’s historic centre, let the Catalan

Azzura and Mediterranean Sea, before docking in the bustling

spirit consume you as you enjoy al fresco tapas, fine wine and the

city of Barcelona. You begin with an overnight stay at the boutique

unmistakable designs of architect Antoni Gaudí…

1. Hotel Columbus 3 October 2014

3. Duquesa de Cardona 11 October 2014

You will stay one night with breakfast at the 4* Hotel Columbus in Monte

Enjoy a two night stay with breakfast at the 4* Duquesa de Cardona in

Carlo. The sleek bar is one of Monaco’s ‘hot spots’ and is famous for its

Barcelona. One of the few privately owned hotels in Barcelona, there are

chocolate Martinis; the informal Columbus Brasserie has a large terrace

44 rooms (including two suites - prices available on request), decorated

overlooking the Princess Grace Rose Garden and there is a gym,

in a very comfortable contemporary style. The rooftop solarium, with its

Added Value

Monte Carlo, Monaco • Calvi, Corsica • St Tropez, France • Sanary-surMer, France • Sete, France • Port Vendres, France • Palamos, Spain •

STAR CLIPPERS

All Kirker clients visiting the principality receive ”The Passport to Monaco”, full of exclusive offers.

Turn to page 18 for more information...

From

£1899 Per Person 5* upgrade available for £235pp

Hotel Ta’ Cenc

Athens to Malta & Gozo 17 October 2014

8 Nights

Leaving from Athens toward the Medieval town of Monemvasia,

a two night stay to unwind from your adventures. Staying at the

Greece and onto the beautiful Sicilian coastline, you arrive to the

tranquil Hotel Ta’ Cenc, you can become one with nature with a

hustle and bustle of Valletta’s thriving port following five nights

staggering 1.5m2 of idyllic countryside as your playground…

aboard the Star Clipper. The rural yet captivating island of Gozo lies to the north west of Malta and it is here that you can enjoy

1. Grande Bretagne 17 October 2014

3. Hotel Ta’ Cenc 23 October 2014

You will stay one night with breakfast at the 5* Grande Bretagne in Athens.

Enjoy a two night stay with breakfast at the 4* Ta’ Cenc. All rooms, suites,

When this prestigious hotel first opened its doors in 1872, it immediately

bungalows, trullos and family apartments are tastefully furnished and

became the most luxurious address in Athens. It reopened in 2003 after

have a terrace or a small private garden. A scenic terraced snack bar has

restoration and has retained the style and grandeur of its heyday.

superb views of the archipelago. Return journey from Malta 25 October

5* upgrade £53 per person

2014.

Added Value

2. Star Clipper 18 October 2014 Embark Star Clipper for your 5 night cruise

Added Value

STAR CLIPPERS

Piraeus (Port of Athens), Greece • Monemvasia, Greece • Pilos, Greece • At Sea • Syracuse, Sicily • Valletta, Malta

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the city. Journey home from Barcelona on 13 October 2014.

STAR CLIPPERS

Barcelona, Spain

summer plunge pool, gives a wonderful panorama of the harbour and of

2. Star Flyer 4 October 2014 Embark Star Flyer for your 7 night cruise

Roy

10 Nights

From the glitz and glamour of Monaco to the serenity of Corsica

a summer swimming pool and a private beach, a short distance away.

• Entrance tickets to the Acropolis Museum in Athens.

STAR CLIPPERS

From

£1699 Per Person

All prices based on flight, hotel and cruise package based on a cat 6 cabin. Subject to change and availability. All prices will be confirmed at time of booking.

Royal Clipper dining

The Marcella Royal

Taste of Corsica & Sardinia 21 October 2014

6 Nights

Combining the great city of Rome with the stunning islands

immerse yourself in the rich artistic history of the Roman Empire,

of Corsica and Sardinia, there is plenty of time for beaches,

spanning 2,800 years to its roots as a simple Latin village. Watch

history and Mediterranean cuisine as you cruise from French to

the Sun go down over the city rooftops while you sample the

Italian waters on board the Royal Clipper. Returning to the port

tastes of Italy with an Autumn al fresco meal…

of Civitavecchia after five nights, you then have two days to

1. Royal Clipper 21 October 2014 Embark Royal Clipper for your 4 night cruise

2. Marcella Royal 25 October 2014 5* upgrade £289 per person

STAR CLIPPERSYou will stay two nights with breakfast at the 4* The Marcella Royal in Rome. For

Civitavecchia (Port of Rome), Italy • Porto Vecchio, Corsica • Costa Smeralda, Sardinia • Portoferraio, Elba • Civitavecchia, Italy

many, the highlight of a stay at Marcella Royal is the ‘Sala Panorama’ on the top

STAR CLIPPERS floor with its open air terrace. Here you can enjoy breakfast, a cocktail or a light dinner whilst taking in the magnificent views of the city’s rooftops from St Peter’s to the Castelli Romani. Return journey from Rome 27 October 2014.

Added Value

Added Value

From

• Entrance ticket for Vatican Museum and

Sistine Chapel, or the Villa Borghese.

Hotel Phoenecia

£1529 Per Person

Palacio Santa Paula

Malta to Malaga 22 October 2014

12 Nights

A delectable fusion of culture awaits as you journey across the

Nevada mountain range. Ending your voyage in the port of

Mediterranean from the maritime splendour of Malta, along

Malaga you are then transferred to the Moorish masterpiece of

the North African coast and on to Cartagena on the South East

Granada, home to the magnificent Alhambra Palace and the

coast of Spain. Entering the Alboran Sea, Star Clipper sails on

Generalife gardens...

to the thriving port of Motril, gateway to the stunning Sierra

1. Hotel Phoenicia 22 October 2014

3. Palacio Santa Paula 1 November 2014

You will stay one night with breakfast at the 4* Hotel Phoenicia in Malta.

Enjoy a two night stay with breakfast at the 4* Palacio Santa Paula in

The 136 bedrooms are pleasantly furnished and some have harbour

Granada. This former convent, located in the centre of Granada, has been

views. Many rooms have recently been renovated in a comfortable,

beautifully restored to create a truly luxurious and stylish hotel whilst preserving

contemporary style. All air-conditioned, they also feature a minibar and

its original cloistered courtyard and feel of one of the classical palaces of old

tea and coffee-making facilities

Granada. Return journey home from Malaga on 3 November 2014.

5* upgrade £114 per person

2. Star Clipper 23 October 2014 Embark Star Clipper for your 9 night cruise

Added Value

STAR CLIPPERS

Valletta, Malta • Pantelleria, Italy • Hammamet, Tunisia • Tunis, Tunisia •

At Sea • Mahon, Menorca, Balearic Islands - Spain • At Sea • Cartagena, Spain • Motril, Spain (Optional Tour Granada) • Malaga, Spain

• Granada card, offering access to the Alhambra and many other sights.

STAR CLIPPERS

From

£2425 Per Person

All prices based on flight, hotel and cruise package based on a cat 6 cabin. Subject to change and availability. All prices will be confirmed at time of booking.

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Hotel Dona Maria

Malaga to Las Palmas with Seville stay 15 October 2014

plenty of time to explore its labyrinth of narrow streets and

is your starting destination for this 10 night holiday, which

alleys, before embarking Star Flyer. Rich with culture and

includes a seven night cruise through the Gibraltar Strait and

tradition, the city of Tangier is your second stop and is a

across to the beautiful islands of Madeira and the Canaries.

popular port of call for cruisers, who are enriched by its

Staying three nights in Seville’s Jewish Quarter, you have

interesting history, beautiful vistas and friendly people…

5* upgrade £625 per person

You will stay three nights with breakfast at the 4* Hotel Dona Maria in Seville. A characterful hotel which stands opposite the Cathedral in the Barrio Santa Cruz - the labyrinthine Jewish quarter in the centre of Seville’s old city. The Dona Maria has 62 rooms and offers a seasonal swimming pool.

Added Value

Les

Les

10 Nights

The alluring city of Seville, once heart of the Moorish Empire,

1. Hotel Dona Maria 15 October 2014

2. Star Flyer 18 October 2014 Embark Star Flyer for your 7 night cruise

STAR CLIPPERS

Malaga, Spain • Tangier, Morocco • Cadiz, Spain (Optional tour to Seville) • At Sea • Funchal, Madeira • At Sea • Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain.

STAR CLIPPERS

Your sailing comes to an end as you prepare for your homeward journey from Las Palmas on 25 October 2014.

From

Added Value • Entrance tickets to the Alcazar and Cathedral in Seville.

£1999 Per Person

With its pink terracotta walls, the scent

of orange blossom and jacaranda lined boulevards, Morocco cannot fail to leave a striking impression on visitors...

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Les Jardins de la Medina

Rome to Casablanca & the magic of Marrakech 24 October 2014 This exotic 12 night holiday takes you from Rome to the

ancient alleys, souks and minarets coupled with modern art

fascinating city of Casablanca, Morocco’s largest city and

galleries and cocktail bars, Marrakech will delight all of your

just two hours away from Marrakech where you will end

senses. From the hustle and bustle of its famous souks to the

your trip with a three night stay at Les Jardins de la Medina.

rich smells of its spice markets and tanneries, the experience

Serving up a modern twist on traditional Morocco with its

of Marrakech is sure to linger for years to come…

1. Capo d’Africa 24 October 2014

3. Les Jardins de la Medina 2 November 2014

You will stay one night with breakfast at the 4* Capo d’Africa in Rome.

Enjoy a three night stay with breakfast at the 4* Les Jardins de la Medina

This stylish hotel opened in 2002 and is almost unique in Rome for being

in Marrakech. Created by combining a number of private houses, the

located within a five minute walk of the walls of the Colosseum and very

architect has taken great trouble to preserve the character of the original

close to the Forum: this hotel is truly in the heart of ancient Rome.

buildings without compromising the range of facilities on offer. Return journey home from Marrakech on 5 November 2014.

Added Value

2. Royal Clipper 25 October 2014 Embark Royal Clipper for your 8 night cruise

STAR CLIPPERSAdded

Civitavecchia (Port of Rome), Italy • Bonifacio, Corsica • Mahon,

Menorca, Balearic Island, Spain • Ibiza, Balearic Islands • At Sea • Motril,

Value

• Entrance ticket for the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel, or the Villa Borghese.

STAR CLIPPERS

Spain (Optional Tour Granada) • At Sea • Safi, Morocco • Casablanca, Morocco

12 Nights

• Half day walking tour of the souks of Marrakech with a private guide.

From

£2699 Per Person 5* upgrade available for £355pp

Les Jardins de la Medina

Captivating Marrakech to Lisbon 30 October 2014

8 Nights

Starting your adventure with a three night stay at one of

and palaces easily explored by foot or horse-drawn carriage.

Marrakech’s finest hotels, you have plenty of time to explore its

Embarking Royal Clipper for a four night cruise, you then head

imperial past or to indulge in a traditional Hamman massage

north along the Moroccan coast and across the Gibraltar Strait

at Les Jardins de la Medina’s luxurious well-being centre.

into Cadiz; finishing off in Portugal’s soulful capital of Lisbon, home

Marrakech has an unspoilt charm with its gardens, souks, tombs

to one of the world’s greatest natural harbours…

1. Les Jardins de la Medina 30 October 2014

3. Tivoli Lisboa 6 November 2014

Enjoy a three night stay with breakfast at the 4* Les Jardins de la Medina

You will stay one night with breakfast at the 4* Tivoli Lisboa in Lisbon.

in Marrakech. Created by combining a number of private houses, the

The design is modern and very comfortable. Public rooms include

architect has taken great trouble to preserve the character of the

extensive lounges and on the rooftop is the Terraco Grill with superb views

original buildings without compromising the range of facilities on offer.

of the castle and river. A new French brasserie has recently opened on the ground floor. Return journey 7 November 2014.

2. Royal Clipper 2 November 2014 Embark Royal Clipper for your 4 night cruise

STAR CLIPPERSAdded Value

Casablanca, Morocco • Tangier, Morocco • Cadiz, Spain (Optional Tour Seville) • At Sea • Lisbon, Portugal

STAR

• Half day walking tour of the souks of Marrakech with a private guide.

CLIPPERS

• Lisboa card, providing access to museums and sights as well as public transport.

From

£1579 Per Person 5* upgrade available for £325pp

All prices based on flight, hotel and cruise package based on a cat 6 cabin. Subject to change and availability. All prices will be confirmed at time of booking.

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Ca’ Dei Conti

Venice, the Orient-Express & the Dalmatian Coast

Orient Express Departure 27 September 2014

12 Nights

An opportunity to travel in the style of a bygone era by

gilt decorated Sala del Maggior Consiglio, while you await

experiencing two of the most unique and unforgettable

the grand finale of your journey. Finally, the jewel in the

journeys in the world. Set off from the unique floating city

crown of your unforgettable adventure arrives and you

of Venice with its wonderfully preserved waterways and

prepare to step back in time to a world of indulgence and

palazzos, for a seven night cruise aboard the magnificent

romance amongst the opulent carriages of the Venice-

Royal Clipper, with its canopy of brilliant white sails and

Simplon Orient Express. Each vintage carriage has been

polished decks. The gondolas and canals will be waiting

lovingly restored to its former glory and represents all that

for your return to Venice, when you will have four nights

was fabulous about the roaring 1920s and 1930s. Sit back

to enjoy this magical city. Your home from home is the

and relax as you enjoy a three course lunch or spend the

former Venetian palace of Ca’ Dei Conti – now a stunning

afternoon relaxing in the bar carriage as you are whisked

boutique hotel. Marvel at the splendour of St Mark’s

away on your overnight journey home….

Basilica, or take a tour of the Doge’s Palace and its famous Embarking Royal Clipper in Venice, the week is spent exploring

onto Rovinj and the picturesque Slovenian town of Piran.

the unspoiled Dalmatian coast. From the towering Fjords of

It is from here that you make your way back to Venice to begin

Montenegro to the beautiful island of Hvar, nestled between the

the second leg of this exceptional holiday…

islands of Brac and Korcula, your voyage continues towards North

1. Royal Clipper 27 September 2014 Venice, Italy • At Sea • Kotor, Montenegro • Dubrovnik, Croatia STAR

CLIPPERS

Hvar, Croatia • Rovinj, Croatia • Piran, Slovenia • Venice, Italy

STAR CLIPPERS

2. Ca’ Dei Conti 4 October 2014 5* supplement £529 per person

You will stay four nights with breakfast at the 4* Ca’ Dei Conti in Venice.

The entrance is by private footbridge across a small canal, not far from the Bridge of Sighs. Formerly a patrician Venetian palace, the Ca’ dei Conti has been transformed into a stunning boutique hotel with 35 rooms.

3. Venice Simplon-Orient-Express 8 October 2014 Return double cabin on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Arriving back at London Victoria on 9 October 2014.

Added Value • Entrance tickets for the Doge’s Palace

in Venice.

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From

£4689 Per Person

All prices based on flight, hotel and cruise package based on a cat 6 cabin. Subject to change and availability. All prices will be confirmed at time of booking.

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Fairmont

The Ligurian Sea & Monaco Grand Prix Sailing Grand Prix Departure 24 May 2014

9 Nights

Experience the allure of a Formula One lifestyle with our

St. Florent, Corsica, you will then sail the crystal clear waters

exclusive nine night Grand Prix Sailing adventure. The Star

that surround this part of the coast, before heading back

Flyer will take you right into the heart of the action in Monte

toward the charming seaside town of Sanary-sur-Mer and

Carlo on the day of the Grand Prix finals, whilst offering

on to the opulence of Monaco. Spend two nights in Monte

you plenty of opportunity to unwind as you traverse the

Carlo soaking up the post race atmosphere and enjoy an

Ligurian Sea. Stopping at the prestigious yacht harbour of

exhilarating helicopter ride before heading home…

1. Star Flyer 24 May 2014

2. Fairmont 31 May 2014

Embark Star Flyer for your 7 night cruise

STAR CLIPPERS Enjoy a two nights stay with breakfast at the 5* Fairmont in Monaco.

Cannes, France • Monte Carlo, Monaco (Grand Prix) • L’lle Rousse/ St. Florent, Corsica • Figari Beach & Bonifacio, Corsica • Porto,

This is a large hotel (over 600 rooms) and has some great facilities

STAR CLIPPERS including a large proportion of rooms with terraces and panoramic sea

Corsica (am), Scandola Nature Reserve (pm), Corsica • Porquerolles, Iles d’Hyeres & Sanary-sur-Mer, France • St. Tropez, France • Monte Carlo, Monaco

Added Value • General admission tickets for the Grand Prix

race day upgrades and grandstand tickets available on request.

• Helicopter transfer from Monaco to

views, a spa, an outdoor heated swimming pool (open all year) and two restaurants. Journey home from Nice on 2 June 2014.

From

£2599 Per Person

Nice airport.

All Kirker clients visiting the principality receive ”The Passport to Monaco”, full of exclusive offers.

Turn to page 18 for more information...

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All prices based on flight, hotel and cruise package based on a cat 6 cabin. Subject to change and availability. All prices will be confirmed at time of booking.

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The Passport to Monaco - What's Included?

In conjunction with our friends at the Monaco Government Tourism Authority, we are delighted to be able to include the 'Passport to Monte Carlo' for all Kirker clients visiting the principality.

Complimentary Helicopter Transfers The passport entitles Kirker clients to complimentary heliport transfers between Monaco and Nice.

Complimentary Museum Entrance The passport also entitles Kirker clients to complimentary entrance to a wide range of museums and attractions including: • The State Apartments of the Prince's Palace (open from April to October) • The Museum of Napoleonic Souvenirs and the Collection of the Palace's Historic Archives (closed in November) • The Oceanographic Museum and Aquarium • The Museum of the Chapel of the Visitation • The Exotic Garden, Observatory Caves and the Museum of Prehistoric Anthropology • Villa Sauber – the New National Museum of Monaco • The classic car collection of HSH The Prince of Monaco • The Zoological Terraces • The Stamp and Coin Museum • The Naval Museum

The Prince's Palace

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Royal Clipper Deck Plans Virtual Tours of select cabins are available at www.starclippers.co.uk

OWNERS SUITE CLIPPER DECK

Deluxe outside suite (no private verandah), two double beds, separate sitting area, minibar, marble bathroom with whirlpool, room service.

DELUXE SUITE MAIN DECK

Deluxe outside suite, private verandah, twin/double beds, sitting area, minibar, marble bathroom with whirlpool and room service.

CATEGORY 1 MAIN DECK

Deluxe deck cabin, double beds, minibar, marble bathroom with whirlpool, cabin doors open onto deck.

CATEGORY 2 CLIPPER DECK

Deluxe outside suite (no private verandah), two double beds, separate sitting area, minibar, marble bathroom with whirlpool, room service.

CATEGORY 3 CLIPPER DECK & COMMODORE DECK

Outside cabin,twin/double/ triple beds, marble bathroom with shower.

CATEGORY 4 CLIPPER DECK & COMMODORE DECK

Outside cabin,twin/double/triple beds, marble bathroom with shower room service.

CATEGORY 5 COMMODORE DECK

Outside cabin,double bed, marble bathroom with shower.

CATEGORY 6 CLIPPER DECK

Inside cabin, double/triple beds, marble bathroom with shower.

Δ= Third berth D= Fixed double bed S= Single berth

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Star Clipper & Star Flyer Deck Plans Virtual Tours of select cabins are available at www.starclippers.co.uk

OWNERS SUITE CLIPPER DECK

Deluxe outside cabin, double bed, sitting area, minibar, marble lined bathroom with whirlpool.

CATEGORY 1 MAIN DECK & SUN DECK

Deluxe deck cabin, two lower beds convert to double bed, minibar, marble lined bathroom with whirlpool bath, cabin doors open onto deck.

CATEGORY 2 CLIPPER DECK

Large outside cabin, two lower beds, double bed, or triple berths, marble lined bathroom with shower.

CATEGORY 3 CLIPPER DECK & COMMODORE DECK

Outside cabin, two lower beds, double bed, or triple berths, marble lined bathroom with shower

CATEGORY 4 COMMODORE DECK

Outside cabin, two lower beds, double bed or triple berths,marble lined bathroom with shower

CATEGORY 5 CLIPPER DECK & COMMODORE DECK

Inside/outside cabin, raised double bed, two lower beds or triple berths etc, marble lined bathroom with shower.

CATEGORY 6 COMMODORE DECK

Inside cabin, upper/lower berths, bathroom with shower.

Δ= Third berth D= Fixed double bed S= Single berth

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Star Clippers Ship Information Cruise Documents: When boarding, all passengers must have their

accompanied by an adult. Children occupying cabins as the third

cruise ticket, passport that is valid at least six months beyond

person will be charged the third person rate when availability permits.

the end of your cruise or ID, and visas (where necessary). We

Special Occasions: Passengers celebrating a birthday, anniversary,

recommend that travel documents be kept with hand luggage.

honeymoon or other special occasion during their cruise should

Your cabin: Your cabin is ingeniously designed for comfort and

advise their travel professional or Star Clippers at the time of

efficiency, with private bathroom, air-conditioning, region TV/

booking.

free multimedia DVD player (except in Category 6 cabins on Star

Weddings: Confirmation Wedding Ceremonies may be held

Flyer and Star Clipper), hairdryer and is equipped with a private safe located inside the closet. Operating instructions are posted on the inside of the closet door. Because each passenger is responsible for items kept in his/her stateroom, it is recommended to place items of special value in the complimentary safe. All cabins are non-smoking.

Personal funds and credit cards: Each passenger will receive a personalised identification card that will be used to charge services and products provided on board the ship.

The identification cards must be presented each time a passenger boards the ship. Passengers are advised to carry their identification card with them at all times. Each account can be settled in cash, travellers cheques or credit cards on the final day of the cruise. The following credit cards are accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express.

Electrical Appliances: Star Clipper and Star Flyer ships provide passengers with 110-volt (American current). Royal Clipper has 220-volt (European current). Each cabin is

on board officiated by the Captain. Couples must be legally married prior to boarding and must provide recent (within three months) proof of marriage. Requests to be made through your Travel Professional or Star Clippers.

Honeymoon Package: Complimentary champagne and an assortment of fresh fruit and sweet treats will be placed in your cabin. This is valid to all honeymooners who have proof of marriage within 6 months of their sailing date by showing their certificate.

Dining: There are no pre-set seating arrangements, so you may sit where you wish. Attire is a matter of your own personal good taste. In the evening, gentlemen should wear shirts with collars and sleeves: jackets are optional. Menus will feature international cuisine and some local specialities: your catering steward will be happy to recommend a wine from our wine list to complement your meal. Room service available on Royal Clipper (suite only).

Meals are generally scheduled as follows: 6.30 to 10.30am

Continental style breakfast or coffee,

tea, pastries and juices in the Piano Bar.

8.00 to 10.00am

Breakfast buffet in the dining room.

Clipper, all calls will be billed to their on board account. On

12.00 to 2.00pm

Lunch buffet on board.

Star Clipper and Star Flyer a credit card may be used directly.

5.00 to 6.00pm

Hors d’oeuvres available in the Tropical

Should someone wish to contact a passenger at sea, they may

Bar or Piano Bar

do so by calling the Star Clippers’ office and the information will

7.30 to 10.00pm

Dinner ‘à la carte’ in the dining room.

11.30 to 12.30pm

Midnight snack.

equipped with 2 hairdryers.

Telephone communications: Cabins are equipped with a direct dial telephone that passengers can use while at sea. On Royal

be forwarded to the ship. Passengers contacted from shore via fax will be charged on board. Please note that telephone and internet communication during Ocean Crossings cannot be

Sometimes a deck lunch or beach barbecue will be organised.

guaranteed. Internet & Wifi cards are sold in the Sloop Shop.

Sloop Shop: It is located on the Clipper Deck aft of the Dining

E-mails: E-mail and wifi (prepaid card) services are available on

Room. Head here when you need toothpaste, sunscreen, Internet

board wherever technically possible (depending on Satellite

& Wifi cards and all those other day-to-day items you can’t

connections).

do without. We also have a tasteful selection of cruise wear,

Watersports: All passengers have access to a watersports programme which includes: snorkelling, kayaking, Laser sailing,

souvenirs and gifts. If you need something and you don’t see it displayed, please ask. We might just have it.

water-skiing and windsurfing. Please note: all watersports are

Ship’s store hours: 8.30am to 9.00pm except on embarkation day

complimentary except for scuba diving. Scuba diving, where

(subject to change).

possible, may be offered by local operators to certified divers.

Captain Nemo Lounge: On the Royal Clipper, The Captain Nemo

Gratuities/Tipping policy: Gratuities on board the ship are

Lounge, our Thalasso, Health and Beauty Centre is open

not included in the cruise fare and are at the sole discretion

from 8am to 8pm. Services offered include massages, facial

of each individual passenger based on the level of services

treatments, body treatments and hydrotherapy.

performed. We suggest 8 Euros per person, per night on board:

Wet landings: Please note that when ship is moored offshore,

56 Euros for a 7 night cruise.

passengers will be transferred by shuttle or zodiac. This may

Children: Children are welcome on board Star Clippers.

involve a beach landing.

While there is no structured programme providing supervision and

N.B: Please note that no smoking is allowed inside the ship or on

care for young children, they are invited to participate in shipboard

the aft deck. However, there are designated smoking areas in the

activities suited to their ability. Children under the age of 18 must be

Tropical Bar and on the Sun Deck.

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Cabins Royal Clipper Average cabin dimensions: Owner’s Suite: 40m2, Deluxe suite: 26m2 incl. balcony, Categories 1: 14.5m2, Categories 2, 3 and 4: 13.5m2, Category 5: 11m2, Category 6: 10m2. *Please note that Cat. 3 and Cat. 4 cabins on the Clipper Deck may be slightly smaller than Cat. 3 and Cat. 4 cabins on the Commodore Deck.

N.B: Standard cabin layouts shown; not all cabins are identical.

DELUXE SUITE (with verandah)

CATEGORY 2-5 (double or twin)

CATEGORY 6 (small double bed/third) berth)

Star Clipper & Star Flyer Average cabin dimensions: Owner’s Cabin: 22m2, Category 1:14.5m2, Category 2: 12m2, Categories 3, 4 & 5: 11m2, Category 6: 8m2. *Please note that Cat. 3 cabins on the Clipper Deck may be slightly smaller than Cat. 3 cabins on the Commodore Deck.

N.B: Standard cabin layouts shown; not all cabins are identical.

CATEGORY 1

CATEGORY 2-4 (double or twin)

CATEGORY 6 (upper/lower berths))

Rate & Early Booking Discount Conditions Rates: All our prices are in Sterling, per person sharing a twin/

Back to Back Cruises: If you wish to sail 1 or more consecutive cruises,

double cabin. There are a limited number of three berth cabins

they will be discounted by 5%. This discount is combinable with

available. See our third passenger rate which is a fixed rate not

Early Booking Discount and is valid for all categories except

subject to any discounts.

guaranteed single.

Port Charges: Must be added to all rates and are subject to change

Children’s rates: Children’s discounts may be available for children

at any time. No discounts apply.

under 18 years, when travelling with full paying adults on

Single Supplement Rates: A single supplement fare is available at

certain selected sailings and subject to space availability. For

150% of the published cruise tariff for categories 2-6 selected in

more information, please request information from your Travel

the season in which the passengers are travelling. It is available at

Professional at time of booking.

200% for category 1 cabins, Deluxe Suites and the Owner’s Cabin

Early Booking Discount (EBD): is subject to availability and does not

or Suites. Single space is capacity controlled.

apply to Guaranteed Single bookings or Children’s Rates. EBD is

Guaranteed Single: A guaranteed single rate is a special rate for

subject to occupancy levels and may be withdrawn at anytime.

a passenger wishing to sail alone in the cabin. This is a fixed

Availability of EBD will be confirmed at time of booking. Early

rate whereby Star Clippers will choose and assign the cabin

booking discounts do not apply to port charges. At times, EBD

from any cabin category upon embarkation. This rate is based

booking deadlines may be extended. Please ask your Travel

on availability and is capacity controlled. No other discount is

professional at the time of booking.

applicable on this rate.

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Terms & Conditions Your Contract with Star Clippers Holiday These terms and conditions should be read carefully.

Subject to the following paragraph, any Booking for a Star Clippers Holiday is accepted upon these terms and conditions. Please inform Fred. Olsen Travel Ltd directly if prior to making a Booking you wish to raise any objection to any part of these terms and conditions.

Please note that where a holiday is purchased from another holiday operator that includes a Star Clippers Holiday provided through FOT (as defined below) the terms and conditions of the holiday contract with that holiday operator apply to the whole holiday. Where FOT or any other party involved in the provision of the portion of the holiday provided by FOT, FOT will only be responsible for that portion of the holiday in accordance with its agreement with that holiday operator and on the basis that these terms and conditions (save for those that provide that the contract is with FOT) apply as far as FOT is concerned. In any event, in no circumstances shall FOT have any liability greater than that provided for in these terms and conditions.

Definitions & Interpretations “Booking” / “Booked” means the Passenger’s booking of a Holiday.

“FOT” means Fred. Olsen Travel Ltd, a company registration in England and Wales (Company registration number 2287241) whose registered office is located at 2nd Floor, 64-65 Vincent Square, London, SW1P 2NU. Fred. Olsen Travel Ltd is appointed by Star Clippers to act as exclusive sales agent in the United Kingdom for the sale of cruise holidays on board.

“Force Majeure” means an unusual and unforeseeable event outside of the control of FOT and includes but is not limited to war, threat of war, piracy or threat of piracy, riots, civil disturbances, terrorist activity and its consequences, industrial disputes, natural and nuclear disasters, fire, epidemics, health risks and pandemics including but not limited to incidents of infectious or other diseases or illnesses, unavoidable and unforeseeable technical problems with transport for reasons beyond FOT’s control or that of any suppliers of FOT, deviation at sea in response to a distress call or other emergency, closed or congested airports or ports, adverse weather conditions or adverse sea states, failure of power supplies, Passenger suicide or attempted suicide or a Passenger’s deliberate exposure to unnecessary danger (except in an attempt to save human life) or the consequences of participating in an unusual and dangerous activity and any other circumstances of any nature whatsoever.

“Star Clippers” means Star Clippers Inc. located at 7200 NW 19th Street, Suite 206, Miami, Florida, 33126, USA whom manage and solely control the vessels Star Clipper, Star Flyer and Royal Clipper.

Interpretation (a) a person includes a natural person, corporate or unincorporated body (whether or not having separate legal personality); (b) a reference to a party includes its personal representatives, successors or permitted assigns; (c) a reference to a statute or statutory provision:(i) is a reference to such statute or statutory provision as amended or re-enacted; and (ii) includes any subordinate legislation made under that statute or statutory provision, as amended or re-enacted; (d) a reference to “writing” or “written” includes faxes and emails.

How to Book 1.1 A Booking for a Star Clippers Holiday can be made with any travel agent or directly with FOT (Telephone: 08452 006145; Fax: 01473 242667; website: starclippers.co.uk).

Prior to making a Booking these terms and conditions should be read and all those for whom the Booking is made should be prepared to accept them, and have available the information required to make a Booking.

The Contract 2.1 Once FOT has accepted the Booking and all payments due at the time of making the Booking, then subject to the further provisions of this section a contract exists on these terms and conditions that covers each and every passenger in respect of whom the Booking is made and cannot subsequently be amended or transferred to a lower priced Booking. Bookings must be accepted by FOT and cannot be accepted by any third party.

2.2 Notwithstanding paragraph 2.1, FOT has the right to refuse to accept any Booking even if a deposit and full balance has been paid.

2.3 FOT is a member of ABTA (no. V3510), bonded as a Tour Operator and holds an Air Travel Organiser’s Licence issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (ATOL 0944). This 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. This is dealt with further under ‘Financial Protection’ below.

2.4 The contract for the holiday is subject to the availability of the vessel booked. In some circumstances the vessel may become unavailable after the Booking has been made. These circumstances may include (without restriction) the charter of the vessel to a third party. If the vessel booked becomes unavailable for any reason then the passenger will be informed as soon as practical. In this event, if possible and subject to availability, an alternative Star Clippers Holiday will be offered to the passenger. If any such alternative cannot be offered or the alternative offered is not acceptable to the passenger then a full refund of all amounts paid for the Star Clippers Holiday will be made. However there will be no responsibility or liability to the passenger with respect to flights, accommodation or other arrangements that do not form part of the Star Clippers Holiday booked.

2.5 Star Clippers Holidays are planned far in advance and the contract is for the holiday booked subject to alterations that may be made as a result of events, changes of circumstances or other factors that have occurred or arisen since the holiday was planned.

This is dealt with further below under ‘Alteration and Cancellation by Operator’.

2.6 In no circumstances will there be any responsibility or liability to the passenger with respect to flights, accommodation, land based activities or other arrangements that do not form part of the Star Clippers Holiday. FOT, Star Clippers or anyone else that makes available shore tours, excursions or land based activities or other arrangements during a Star Clippers Holiday does so as agent for the operator of the shore activities and any amount paid is not part of the holiday price whether or not the shore activities are booked or paid for at the same time as or before or during the Star Clippers Holiday. However, should FOT or Star Clippers or their employees, servants, agents or subcontractors or anyone else providing services under the Contract be deemed to have any liability in connection with such shore activities, this shall be subject to these terms and conditions.

2.7 The person making the Booking warrants that they have the authority to contract and accept these conditions on behalf of all those in respect of whom the Booking is made. FOT, its employees, servants, agents and subcontractors, 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 rights, exemptions and limitations in these terms and conditions. In no circumstances shall the total liability of all such parties exceed that of FOT. Financial Protection 3.1 FOT provides full financial protection for our package holidays. For flights based holidays this is through our Air Travel Organisers Licence number 0944. In the unlikely event of our insolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any money you have paid to us for an advanced Booking. For further information please visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk. When you buy a package holiday that doesn’t include a flight, protection is provided by way of a bond held by FOT with ABTA. 3.2 We will provide you with the services you have brought (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where we are not able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have brought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable).

3.3 From 1st October 2012 you will receive an ATOL certificate for all ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holidays booked with FOT trading as Star Clippers. This lists the flight, accommodation, car hire and or other services that are financially protected, where information is provide on what this means for the passenger and who to contact if things go wrong.

3.4 As member of ABTA (membership number V3510), FOT are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s code of conduct. FOT also offer an arbitration scheme for the resolution of disputes arising out of this contract. This scheme is arranged

by ABTA and administered independently. It is simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on costs. The upper limit on claims is £5,000 per person and £25,000 per Booking form. The scheme does not apply to claims which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. It can however deal with claims which include an element of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,500 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element. Passengers request for arbitration must be received by ABTA within eighteen months of travel and FOT have the option to agree to mediation. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com.

Deposit, Alterations and Final Payment 4.1 A deposit and any additional amount that may be required in respect of accommodation booked on shore must be paid to FOT at the time the Booking is made.

Other payments may also be due at the time of booking. Money paid to a travel agent for a Holiday is held as agent for FOT, whether or not that travel agent is otherwise acting as your agent or as agent for FOT. However, payment to or acceptance of any money by a travel agent or other third party, even if an agent of FOT, does not constitute acceptance of a Booking by FOT. Prior to acceptance of the Booking and all payments then due, FOT has no obligation to the Passenger and may return or authorise the return of any payments made with no penalty and without providing a reason.

4.2 The balance of the payment for the holiday is due and must be received by FOT no later than 9 weeks before departure for cruises excluding ocean crossings and 120 days before departure for ocean crossings. Money must be paid in sufficient time for funds to reach FOT by the due date. For any Bookings received after these dates, the full price is due and must be paid at the time of Booking. If for any reason the balance is not received by FOT by the due date, FOT reserves the right to cancel the Booking, retain the deposit paid and charge a cancellation fee of the amount shown in the scale set out under ‘Cancellation by Passenger’ applicable at the time of FOT’s decision to cancel.

If the balance is not received but the holiday is not cancelled or is rebooked, then the passenger will be liable to pay any increased cost including any increased air fare. A payment made to a travel agent or any other third party must be made in sufficient time for funds to reach FOT. 4.2 At the sole discretion of FOT a Booking may be amended at the request of the passenger. A minimum administration charge of £50 per person per change may be made for each such amendment accepted and in addition the passenger will be liable to pay any increased cost of the holiday, including but not restricted to, any associated costs or charges imposed by any airline or other party involved in the provision of the holiday.

4.3 A 2% surcharge will apply to payments by credit card save in the case of payments by American Express credit card where a 3% surcharge applies.

Holiday Price, Other Charges and Price Guarantee 5.1 Published prices are based on operating costs and other factors at the date of preparation. Published prices may be revised upwards or downwards at any time. Prices should be checked at the time of Booking and may be subject to variation until the Booking is accepted by FOT. 5.2 Once a Booking has been accepted by FOT, no increase or decrease in the price will be made except where stated in 5.3 below.

5.3 The price of a holiday once booked, accepted and confirmed may be subject to surcharge or reduction 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; or currency exchange rate fluctuations. Only amounts in excess of 2% of the holiday price excluding insurance premiums and any amendment charges will lead to a surcharge or reduction; any surcharge levied will include an amount to cover agent’s 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 (not including 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 notice will be given 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 FOT’s decision to cancel will be made. No surcharge or reduction will be made less than 30 days before the date of commencement of the holiday.

5.3 Please note that travel arrangements may not be purchased in local currency and changes in the price of items listed may not have an equivalent direct impact on the price of the holiday due to other factors including contractual and other arrangements in place to protect the holiday price.

5.4 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.

5.5 On board payments by credit card or American Express charge card are subject to the surcharges at 4.3 above. In case of failure to settle an on board account in full before leaving the ship, an administration charge of £75 will apply.

Cancellation or curtailment by Passenger 6.1 A Booking may be cancelled subject to notice to FOT in writing and payment to FOT of a cancellation fee in accordance with the following scales: (i) Cruises excluding ocean crossings:- 63 days or more before departure - deposit plus full amounts payable in respect of air fares; 62 days to 29 days before departure - full amounts payable in respect of air fares plus 50% of the remainder of the full holiday price; 28 days or less before departure or failure to travel - 100% of the full holiday price. (ii) Ocean crossings:- 120 days or more before departure - deposit plus full amounts payable in respect of air fares; 119 days to 90 days before departure - full amounts payable in respect of air fares plus 25% of the remainder of the full holiday price; 89 days to 75 days before departure - full amounts payable in respect of air fares plus 50% of the remainder of the full holiday price; 74 days or less before departure or failure to travel - 100% of the full holiday price.

6.2 The effective date of cancellation is the date of receipt of written notice by FOT. For the avoidance of doubt, these charges will apply whatever the reason for cancellation, including illness, incapacity, death or any other intervening event. If a cruise has already been started and a passenger is unable to continue for any reason whatsoever including repatriation, illness, incapacity, death or any other intervening event then FOT may resell any unused services or accommodation, but no refund will be made.

6.3 Cancellation fees may be insurable. It is the passenger’s responsibility to make any such claim under the terms of their insurance policy. Holiday insurance premiums are not refundable in the event of cancellation.

Alteration and Cancellation by Operator 7.1 FOT reserves the right to cancel any Holiday at any time on the giving of written notice to the Passenger. In any such instance the terms of the ABTA Code of Conduct will apply.

7.2 Published details of the holiday and details at the time of Booking may be subject to alteration as a result of events, changes in circumstances or other factors that have occurred or arisen since the holiday was planned. The priority is to provide the holiday as far as possible during the period booked. Alteration may include omitting, substituting or adding ports of call or otherwise changing the itinerary (including routing of the ship or flights and port of embarkation and disembarkation), schedule, ship or other arrangements that form part of the holiday. Alteration of the holiday may be made of necessity or because it appears to FOT or any other party acting as operator responsible for the holiday or part of the holiday desirable for the safety, comfort or enjoyment of passengers or the operational efficiency of the holiday. Where possible and appropriate, FOT will make reasonable efforts to ensure that any changes are as limited as practical. Such alteration will not amount to material alteration of the holiday contract.

7.2 Any cabin, room or seating booked or notified may be changed to another of equivalent or higher standard to that booked at the sole discretion of FOT or any other party acting as operator and no such change shall amount to a material alteration of the holiday contract.

7.3 Where before departure it is not reasonably possible or practical to provide the cruise holiday (even by making changes) due to an event of Force Majeure, then FOT will give notice of cancellation of the holiday as soon as reasonably practical and the passenger will be offered a refund of all monies paid under the contract or, where possible, the choice of a replacement holiday of equivalent value.

7.4 FOT has the right up to 56 days before departure to cancel the cruise holiday or any part of it because the minimum number of passengers needed has not been achieved.

7.5 Where after departure it becomes impossible to provide any part of the holiday FOT or any other party acting as operator will make suitable alternative arrangements at no extra cost to the passenger. If this is not reasonably possible or practical equivalent transport will be provided back to the place of departure or on to the final destination and where the holiday is curtailed for each whole day lost the passenger will be reimbursed an amount equivalent to the daily cost of the cruise part of the holiday.

7.6 Where delay occurs during the holiday due to fault on the part of FOT or any other party acting as operator then alternative arrangements will be made where required and reasonably practical to ensure the continuation of the holiday.

7.7 In the event of cancellation, alteration or delay (including prolongation of the holiday) FOT will not be responsible for individual circumstances or arrangements, or losses arising from individual circumstances or arrangements.

Conduct, Safety and Security 8.1 At any time during the holiday FOT or any other party acting as operator or otherwise involved in the supply of services under this contract may take such steps as are deemed necessary to prevent any risk to the health, safety, comfort or well-being of any person. This may include taking action to transfer the passenger or anyone else from one cabin or seat to another, to restrain, confine or otherwise deal with the passenger or anyone else as may be considered necessary, or to refuse to embark or to disembark the passenger or anyone else at any port or place. FOT or any other party acting as operator or otherwise involved in the supply of services under this contract may also take such action as may be deemed necessary to comply with any requirement or recommendation of any authority or advisor with respect to the protection of the health, safety, comfort or well-being of the passenger or any other person during the holiday. Where such action is taken as a result of circumstances that are unforeseen, unforeseeable or that could not be avoided with the exercise of due diligence, then the passenger shall not be entitled to any refund or compensation of any kind. If such action is attributable to any fault on the part of the passenger, then the passenger will be liable to pay any fines, losses, expenses arising or compensation or any other amount due to FOT or any other party acting as operator or otherwise involved in the supply of services under this contract or any other third party. In no circumstances shall FOT have any liability for prevention of boarding of any form of transport due to a decision made by any party other than FOT. 8.2 FOT has 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. No animals, dangerous articles, or controlled or prohibited substances may be brought on the holiday.

8.3 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 and agree to follow any instructions or order in this regard.

8.4 The 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 FOT, no matter how that loss or damage is caused. If a passenger causes such loss or damage then FOT may require that passenger immediately or at any time to pay to FOT an amount sufficient to cover, or on account of, any loss or damage so caused.

Liability 9.1 The liability of FOT or any other party acting as operator or otherwise involved in the supply of services under this contract may be limited by international conventions including those relating to carriage by sea, including the Athens Convention 1974, carriage by air, including the Warsaw Convention 1929 or the Montreal Convention 1999 and hotel stays, including the Paris Convention 1962, and in the case of all such conventions, and applicable Protocols or amendments. Where these or any other conventions apply to any service or accommodation supplied during any part of the holiday, no matter by whom the service or accommodation supplied is directly performed, the limits of liability afforded by such conventions apply to FOT and any other party acting as operator or otherwise involved in the supply of services during the holiday.

9.2 Save as provided otherwise in these terms and conditions and subject to the provisions relating to liability, including limits in these terms and conditions, all arrangements for the provision of transport of passengers, their baggage and personal property, accommodation and other services 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.

9.3 Unless otherwise provided for by force of law or in accordance with these terms and conditions, the liabilities, duties, obligations and responsibilities of FOT or any other party acting as operator or otherwise involved in the supply of services under this contract shall be limited 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 (‘the Convention”).

9.4 The liability of FOT or any other party acting as operator or otherwise involved in the supply of services under 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 purpose of safekeeping in which case liability will be limited to the limit provided for in Article 8(3) of the Convention.

9.5 No responsibility is accepted for loss or damage caused to passengers by failure to perform the contract or improper performance of the contract where the failure or improper performance happens without fault on the part of FOT or any other party acting as operator or otherwise involved in the supply of services under this contract 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 FOT the consequences of which could not have been avoided by the exercise of due care, or an event which FOT 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.

9.6 No liability is accepted in respect of arrangements or commitments made by or on behalf of the passenger that are not part of the holiday contract.

9.7 If any term, condition, section or provision becomes invalid or be so judged, the remaining terms, conditions, sections and provisions shall be deemed severable and shall remain in force.

9.8 In the event that FOT has any legal liability for any loss of or damage to property otherwise than in accordance with the Convention and any other applicable conventions including the Montreal conventions then its liability shall not at any time exceed £250 per Passenger and FOT shall not at any time be liable for loss of or to any money, jewellery, valuables or medication. Passengers are advised not to pack money, jewellery, other valuables or medication in their luggage and must ensure that their personal possessions and valuables are with them at all times.

9.9 All carriage (by land, air and sea) is subject to the conditions of carriage of the actual operator / carrier. These may limit or exclude liability. Save as otherwise provided in these Conditions, the carriers’ conditions of carriage are expressly incorporated into the Contract and are deemed to be expressly accepted by the Passenger at the time of the Booking. Copies of these Conditions are available on request from FOT. 9.10 FOT’s liability will not at any time exceed that of any carrier under the carrier’s conditions of carriage and/or applicable or incorporated conventions.

Claims 10.1 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 supplier of services at the time of the incident. If the matter cannot be rectified immediately FOT must be notified as soon as possible and in any event notice of a claim must be given in writing to FOT within 30 days of the matter arising. Special extra provisions set out below apply to loss, damage or delay to baggage and to claims for illness or injury. Failure to give notice in accordance with these provisions may mean that the matter cannot be properly investigated or rectified and this may affect the passenger’s rights.

10.2 In the case of any claim for loss, damage or delay to baggage please note that (1) the passenger must claim against the carrier or carriers responsible for actually performing the carriage where the loss or damage happened immediately if and when the loss or damage is or becomes apparent and in any event within 15 days from the date of redelivery, or when redelivery should have taken place; (2) if the passenger wishes to make any sort of claim against FOT or Star Clippers, the passenger must notify FOT directly in writing with a copy of the notification to the carrier or carriers responsible for actually performing the carriage and if asked to do so the passenger must assign all rights against such carrier or carriers to FOT. 10.3 Any illness or injury caused by or that the passenger considers may be attributable to anything that happened during the holiday must be reported to the service provider or providers responsible for the relevant part or parts of the holiday and to FOT (with a copy of any such notification to any other provider or providers) immediately that the illness or injury becomes apparent.

10.4 Unless a longer period is provided for by force of law, any claim shall be time-barred if proceedings are not brought within 2 years of the end of the cruise.

10.5 Any claim or dispute arising out of or in connection with these terms and conditions or the holiday shall be dealt with in accordance with English law and any proceedings shall be brought before the Courts of England and Wales.

10.6 Some disputes involving claims up to a limited amount may be referred to independent arbitration under a scheme devised by arrangement with ABTA and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. The scheme does not generally apply to claims arising out of personal injury or illness. Arbitration must be applied for within 9 months of return from the holiday (but may be available in special circumstances outside this period). This is dealt with further under the ‘Financial Protection’ section above.

Assistance 11.1 At FOT’s sole discretion, FOT may afford or arrange assistance to any passenger who suffers illness, personal injury or death during the holiday. Such assistance may take the form of advice, guidance or initial financial aid where appropriate. Any expenses reasonably incurred for or on behalf of the passenger, either in this connection or otherwise in respect of matters that are not included in the holiday cost (including medical treatment and repatriation expenses) shall be repayable by the passenger to FOT in full on demand (whether or not the passenger has insurance cover for some or all of the expenses).

Material Facts 12.1. It is a condition of carriage that all material facts have been disclosed by the passenger to FOT as if FOT 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.

Mobility and Special Assistance 13.1. Passengers must give written notice to FOT at the time of Booking of any 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 FOT 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 FOT or the operator.

13.2 Women who will be more than 28 weeks pregnant at the end of the holiday are not permitted to travel. The carriage of children or infants may be subject to a minimum age.

Documentary and Medical Requirements 14.1. A full valid passport is required for all holidays, 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 (notwithstanding that FOT 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 FOT or any other party involved in the supply of services in connection with this contract may refuse travel or accommodation, or disembark any passenger without compensation who in the opinion of FOT or other 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 considered detrimental to the safety or comfort of other holidaymakers or crew members.

Flights 15.1 This publication is the sole responsibility of FOT. It is not made on behalf of, and does not commit any airline mentioned or any other airline whose services are used during the course of the holiday. Notwithstanding this any rules, regulations, terms and conditions published by any such airline will apply.

15.2 Published prices for fly/cruises are inclusive of specially negotiated airfares which are subject to availability and may include an amount to cover flight disruption insurance. 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/premium seats for fly/cruises are limited in number. They will be allocated at the time of Booking, subject to availability at the time of the cruise. Aircraft configurations are subject to change and in the event of a flight operator being unable to provide premium seats on any service then any payment of or towards an upgrade supplement will be refunded in full.

15.3 All published itineraries are based on current airline schedules. The passenger will be notified of any changes. 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 and may be subject to change.

15.4 If the Contract does not include flights, it is the Passenger’s responsibility to obtain a valid ticket direct from an air carrier suitable for and in time for travel to the vessel (and including local transfers which the Passenger must arrange). FOT shall not be responsible for any liabilities arising in respect of flights or transfers arranged by the Passenger.

Data 16.1 Personal details will be held and processed by FOT to enable fulfilment of the holiday contract. This may involve passing these details on to third parties that may be outside the European Economic Area. Personal details supplied to FOT may also be used for marketing purposes. Marketing communications from FOT will allow the passenger the opportunity to opt out of further marketing communications. FOT will not disclose personal details to third parties for marketing purposes without express permission.

Travel Insurance 17.1 It is a requirement that travel insurance is taken out before travelling on a Star Clippers Holiday. This should cover all appropriate travel, cancellation, medical and repatriation liabilities for the holiday. Details must be provided on request including during the holiday if required.

Variation 18.1 No variation of these Conditions shall be effective unless in writing and signed by FOT. Rights of Third Parties 19.1 Unless otherwise stated under these Conditions, a person who is not party to a Contract shall have no rights under or in connection with it by virtue of the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999.

Law and Jurisdiction 20.1 These Conditions and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with it or its subject matter or formation (including non-contractual disputes or claims) shall be governed by and construed in accordance with English Law. 21.1 The parties irrevocable agree that the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim that arises out of or in connection with these Conditions or its subject matter or formation (including non-contractual disputes or claims).

These terms and conditions should be read in conjunction with the Star Clippers brochure.

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Star Clippers cruises & Kirker pre and short post breaks can be booked with your ABTA travel agent or with general sales agents in the UK Fred. Olsen Travel Ltd, Olympus House, 2 Olympus Close, Ipswich, IP1 5LN Tel: 0845 200 6145 sales@starclippers.co.uk www.starclippers.com