Star Clippers launches redesigned website with expanded planning tools

Star Clippers has launched a redesigned website featuring new videos, crew introductions and expanded planning content to help travellers and travel advisors explore its tall-ship cruises.

The refreshed starclippers.com combines full-screen footage of the fleet under sail with photography of onboard life, anchorages and shore experiences. Simplified navigation directs visitors to destinations, ship profiles, onboard information and special offers.

The “Find a Sailing” tool allows users to compare routes, ships and fares, including Caribbean voyages, Panama Canal sailings and ocean crossings.

A homepage question-and-answer section covers topics relevant to first-time guests, including whether sailing experience is required, onboard atmosphere and dress, fare inclusions, ship size and accessibility considerations.

The answers explain that participation in sailing activities is optional. Guests may have opportunities to help raise the sails or take a turn at the helm when the captain and conditions allow.

A closer look at life under sail

A new “From the Charthouse” section explores sailing ship rigs, how the vessels harness the wind, knot tying and sailing vocabulary. A “Track Our Fleet” feature lets visitors follow Royal Clipper, Star Clipper and Star Flyer at sea.

New “Captain’s Chair” and “All Hands on Deck” pages introduce captains and crew members, while an “Our Story” section examines founder Mikael Krafft’s vision for building authentic clipper ships for modern travellers.

Guest and travel advisor testimonials also feature on the site.

Under the “Why Star Clippers” menu, expanded “Life Onboard” pages cover dining, cabins, watersports and special occasions at sea.

Ship profiles provide quick-reference details, including guest capacity, sails and pools, allowing users to compare the 227-guest Royal Clipper with the 166-guest sister ships Star Clipper and Star Flyer.

Visitors can also browse sailings and featured offers, download a brochure or connect with a vacation specialist from the homepage.

For more information, contact a travel advisor, call 1-800-442-0551 or visit starclippers.com.

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