Sailing the Med aboard Star Clippers tall ships just got a lot more legendary. During the 2011-12 Mediterranean sailing season guests will have the opportunity to explore the ancient city of Cappadocia, located in central Turkey, during a pre- or post-cruise land excursion.
This magical two-night tour takes you to the underground cave cities of Cappadocia, [...]

On Friday we asked, what does “Lubber’s Lines” mean and where did the term originate?
According to Origins of Sea Terms, by John G. Rogers, Lubber’s Lines are marks in the bowl of a ship’s compass, aligned for dead ahead, astern, and abeam. The origin of the term may be that an experienced helmsman did not [...]

Today’s challenge is: Lubber’s Lines. Do you know what this phrase means and how it originated?
Sailing Lingo aims to test your knowledge of the peculiar and sometimes indecipherable language of sailing. We pose a question and see who can answer it most accurately in the comments section of the post. Be sure to check the [...]

Situated on Turkey’s north Aegean coast, Dikili is a small fishing town known for its dark sand beaches, picturesque shoreline and warm thermal springs.
With a history dating back to the 2nd century B.C., guests will find that there is a lot to discover and explore while at port in this resort town.
From Dikili, guests can [...]

“Tunisia’s Saint Tropez” is a fitting description for Hammamet, a former fishing village known for its exotic history, white sand coastlines, ancient buildings and breathtaking villas. Located between the Mediterranean and the Sahara desert, Hammamet’s history is displayed through its bronze statues, pottery and Arabic inspired mosaics exhibited in the town’s museums and archaeological sites.
Guests visiting Hammamet [...]