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Seven nights on the Royal Clipper — island hopping from St. John's, Antigua to Bridgetown, Barbados!
Royal Clipper — Classic Yachtsman's
November 26 – December 5
Seven nights on the Royal Clipper island hopping from St. John's, Antigua to Bridgetown, Barbados! Woo hoo! With the help of Google, I've summarized our Ports of Call and will add more detailed information later…
⚓St. John's, Antigua
We'll set sail from here — arriving early to be SURE to catch the ship! Our lovely travel agent, Joy Schmeig, will be leading a group out of Portland.
Colorful St. John's is known for its vibrant mix of historic charm and Caribbean allure, offering soulful colonial streets, duty-free shopping at Heritage Quay, and cultural sites like the iconic St. John's Cathedral, all while serving as a gateway to Antigua's famous 365 beaches for swimming, snorkeling, and sailing.
- ✦Rich History & Culture: Explore British colonial architecture, visit historic forts like Fort James, and experience the island's diverse traditions through music and food.
- ✦Vibrant City Life: Wander colorful streets, shop for local crafts and duty-free goods, and enjoy waterfront dining with views of the bustling harbor.
- ✦Gateway to Beaches: Easy access to stunning white-sand beaches like Dickenson Bay, perfect for relaxing or water sports.
- ✦Sailing Hub: A major port for sailors and a great starting point for catamaran trips to explore the island's beautiful coastline.
🏝️Terre de Haut, Les Saintes
Les Saintes is a thoroughly entrancing group of islands lying off Guadeloupe. You'll enjoy the superb beaches, snorkelling, diving and other watersports on offer.
Terre-de-Haut is a charming French Caribbean island known for its authentic, laid-back atmosphere, picturesque harbor with colorful houses, and stunning natural beauty, including a bay ranked among the world's most beautiful.
- ✦Authentic French-Caribbean Charm: Brightly painted homes, bougainvillea-lined lanes, and friendly locals.
- ✦Stunning Scenery & Beaches: Crystal-clear waters, white sand beaches, and vibrant coral reefs perfect for snorkeling and diving.
- ✦Car-Free Exploration: Get around by walking, biking, or renting an electric scooter to discover hidden coves.
- ✦Cultural & Historical Sites: Explore the restored Fort Napoléon for history and incredible views.
🌿Dominica / Cabrits
Cabrits National Park in Dominica offers a rare combination of rich history and stunning natural beauty in one location.
Visitors can explore the meticulously restored 18th-century British garrison, Fort Shirley, which provides fascinating insight into the island's colonial past and offers panoramic views of the coastline and Prince Rupert Bay. Dominica is celebrated for its lush rainforests, mountainous terrain, and 365 rivers.
- ✦Fort Shirley: A meticulously restored 18th-century British garrison with panoramic coastal views.
- ✦Tropical Rainforest: Glide through a steamy orchid-festooned rainforest on a fascinating boat ride.
- ✦Trafalgar Falls: Hike to breathtaking waterfalls and a bubbling volcanic lake.
- ✦Marine Life: Diverse coral reefs to explore through snorkeling and diving.
🌺Martinique Beach Stop
Martinique's beaches are renowned for their stunning white sands and crystal-clear turquoise waters, offering picturesque spots for both relaxation and water sports.
Martinique is a captivating destination due to its unique blend of French sophistication and vibrant Caribbean culture. The island boasts a striking diversity of landscapes, including dramatic volcanic peaks, lush rainforests, and serene white-sand beaches.
- ✦Historic St. Pierre: Explore the ruins of a "mini-Pompeii" destroyed by a volcanic eruption.
- ✦Balata Gardens: Wander through stunning botanical gardens filled with tropical flora.
- ✦Rhum Agricole: Indulge in world-renowned rum at local distilleries.
- ✦Creole Cuisine: Fresh seafood, flavorful stews, and a rich culinary scene.
🌶️St. George's, Grenada
St. George's is a charming Caribbean capital known for its stunning horseshoe-shaped harbor, pastel-colored colonial buildings, and rich history.
Visitors enjoy its bustling Market Square filled with local spices, historic forts like Fort George offering panoramic views, and a relaxed atmosphere blending colonial charm with tropical beauty — all while being the gateway to Grenada's lush rainforests and famous beaches.
- ✦Beautiful Harbor: Often called the most beautiful harbor town in the Caribbean, with colorful houses climbing hillsides.
- ✦History & Culture: Explore British and French colonial history at Fort George and Fort Frederick.
- ✦Spice Isle Charm: The air is filled with scents of nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla.
- ✦Adventure Gateway: Access to stunning beaches, waterfalls, rainforests, and a unique underwater sculpture park.
🐢Tobago Cays, Grenadines
Four small islets, virtually deserted but enormously appealing for those who love underwater exploration — Tobago Cays is a national park where snorkelling is superb.
This cluster of five uninhabited islands is known for its stunning natural beauty, featuring brilliant white-sand beaches, calm crystal-clear turquoise waters, and vibrant coral reefs that teem with exotic marine life. Visitors are almost guaranteed the unique opportunity to snorkel and swim with green and hawksbill sea turtles.
- ✦Sea Turtle Sanctuary: Swim and snorkel with green and hawksbill sea turtles in a designated sanctuary.
- ✦Pristine Marine Park: A protected national park with carefully managed, pristine coral reefs.
- ✦Uninhabited Islands: Secluded white-sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters.
- ✦Sailing & Diving: Ideal for sailing, diving, birdwatching, and beach barbecues under the stars.
🌋St. Lucia — Two Stops!
Two St. Lucia stops! Morning: Marigot Bay, one of the prettiest anchorages in the Caribbean. Afternoon: the charming port town of Soufrière.
Marigot Bay is a stunning destination known as the "most beautiful bay in the Caribbean" for its sheltered emerald waters and lush green hillsides. Soufrière, nestled between the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Pitons, offers the world's only "drive-in" volcano, therapeutic mineral-rich mud baths, and beautiful beaches renowned for excellent snorkeling.
- ✦Marigot Bay: Sheltered emerald waters, lush green hillsides, and a picturesque marina filled with yachts.
- ✦The Pitons: UNESCO World Heritage volcanic peaks offering breathtaking views.
- ✦Drive-In Volcano: Experience the world's only "drive-in" volcano at Sulphur Springs.
- ✦Diamond Falls: Walk through botanical gardens and take a dip in the pool under the waterfalls.
🏏Bridgetown, Barbados
On the wild and rugged east coast of Barbados, the isolated beaches are the colour of sunrise — the red sands having blown all the way across the Atlantic from the Sahara.
Bridgetown is a fantastic place to visit because it seamlessly blends rich colonial history with stunning natural beauty and vibrant Caribbean culture. The city's inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage Site highlights its well-preserved architecture, including the Parliament Buildings and the oldest Jewish synagogue in the Western Hemisphere.
- ✦UNESCO Heritage: Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison, with the third oldest parliament in the Commonwealth.
- ✦Carlisle Bay: Pristine white sands, shallow-water shipwrecks, and swimming with sea turtles.
- ✦Mount Gay Rum: Tour the historic distillery — the birthplace of rum.
- ✦Bajan Culture: Warm locals, duty-free shopping, and delicious flying fish and cou-cou.
Joy Schmeig
Contact her for more info, suggestions and prices on room choices, and general questions.
https://www.joieduvoyagetravel.comPrices are about 65% OFF and approximate — commit soon for the best cabin and cost! Dig around on the pages of the Star Clipper website and Joy's website too for more info. And stop by the shop to discuss!
This sail is AMAZING in every way!!!!!
Fins up! — The Happy Mermaid :-)