Archive: Nautical Stuff
The Tradition of Sock Burning
Julie | March 21, 2011

We got this fun story from our friends over at BoatUS. The yachting set, or so the story goes, tends to wear deck shoes sans socks between the vernal equinox and winter. Allowances are made for the sensitive of the foot on days when temperatures fall below 30 degrees Fahrenheit and winds top 17 knots [...]

What is a Sextant?
Julie | February 23, 2011

During a recent cruise, Captain Müller-Cyran showed some guests how to use a sextant. A sextant is an instrument used to measure the angle between any two visible objects. Its primary use is to determine the angle between a celestial object and the horizon which is known as the altitude. Making this measurement is known [...]

Star Flyer’s Engine Room Tour
Andrea | February 16, 2011

On every cruise Star Clippers gives a guided tour of the engine room, giving guests a behind-the-scenes peek of the ship. Journalist Tony Davis recently sailed to Costa Rica on Star Flyer and took this photo during the tour.

Cleaning the Portholes
Julie | February 2, 2011

Well, someone’s gotta do it, and in this case it’s Marine Biologist Mariano and the sports team! They look like they are having fun, and now our guests have a clearer view of the sea!

Hanging Out in the Bowsprit Net
Julie | January 28, 2011

Journalist Anthony Davis recently sailed on a Costa Rica cruise, and he sent in some fun photos from his time on board. Here are some of the guests relaxing in the bowsprit net that is suspended over the sea!