We spend a lovely week on the Star Flyer sailing from Rhodes along the Turkish Riviera and further to Patmos and Simi. The Turkish ports, towns and beaches have been extraordinary, interesting and surely they have a great potential . But however, the Greek locations Rhodes, Simi and Patmos are really worth it. Sailing [...]

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, [...]

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 [...]

Skiathos is one of the Greek Sporades Islands located in the Aegean Sea and the birthplace of Alexandros Papadiamantis, one of the most prominent writers of modern Greek literature. The island is famous for its golden sand beaches, thick pine forest, picturesque monasteries and hill-top tavernas.
Although Skiathos is a relatively small island, this emerald [...]