Star Clippers’ Northern Europe/Baltic itineraries were named the “Best Cruise Itineraries for Culture Vultures” in a Yahoo article. Best Cruise Itinerary for Culture Vultures by Elissa Richard: Sailing between the European cultural capitals that line the Baltic Sea is certainly nothing new, but come May, doing so by a tall sailing ship (à la the [...]

For centuries, Bruges slept like Sleeping Beauty, her path to the North Sea silted up forever by the meandering River Zwin. And that perhaps saved her from the depredations of modern development. Now connected to the sea by the canal to Zeebruge, Bruges opens her lovely eyes to visitors, and what sights travelers see! Bruges’ [...]

Best known for its deep blue, sheer-sided fjords, this majestic European country is surrounded by lush greenery, moors and lakes. Oslo is the oldest of the Scandinavian capital cities and boasts a collection of natural wonders and cultural attractions. There is plenty to see and do while in Oslo. For a breathtaking view of the [...]

Located in northern Germany just 90 miles north of Hamburg, Kiel is a traditional maritime and naval city famous for its sailing regattas and the world’s largest sailing event known as ‘Kieler Woche’ (Kiel Week). Star Flyer will participate with other tall ships in the sailpast event that marks the opening of scheduled match racing [...]

Located in northwest Latvia, Ventspils is a modern city with a busy industrial port and a population of about 43,000. The city’s name literally means “Castle on the Venta” referring to the Venta River. Ventspils’ historical part of town is small and can easily be explored on foot. The main tourist attraction is the restored [...]