Archive: September 2009
Somewhere Over the Rainbow
Julie | September 21, 2009

We received this gorgeous photo taken by a guest on a Tahiti cruise aboard Star Flyer. If you have photos of the ship with a rainbow, send them in — even if it’s just a photo of a rainbow (no ship) that you took while on your Star Clippers cruise. Be sure to let us [...]

Gourmet Week Aboard Star Clipper
Julie | September 18, 2009

Star Clipper recently featured Gourmet Week aboard the ship, and Culinary Advisor Jean-Marie Meulien was on board to host the trip.

Meet Culinary Advisor Jean-Marie Meulien
Julie | September 17, 2009

Chef Jean-Marie Meulien brings years of experience, expertise and talent to Star Clippers’ kitchens. As culinary advisor, Meulien works with the food and beverage department at Star Clippers’ headquarters, as well as the on board chefs, to develop new dishes and put together menu cycles that will have the passengers raving and their palates dancing. [...]

Superstitions at Sea: No Bananas On Board
Julie | September 14, 2009

There are a lot of great superstitions attached to the sea and sailing. Here is one of our favorites.

Bananas are a mainstay of most cultures and are the world’s most popular fruit. However, these deliciously yellow treats have no place at sea. Since the 1700’s, it has been widely believed that having a banana on [...]

Port of the Week: Puerto Banus, Spain
Julie | September 10, 2009

Puerto Banus is located on Spain’s famed Costa del Sol. Part of Marbella, Spain, the luxury marina and complex is a relatively recent travel destination, having been for a number of years a well-kept secret among the rich and famous.
Built in 1970 by José Banús, a local property developer, the marina can berth up to [...]