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Archipelago of the Grenadines: Barbados – Barbados

Archipelago of the Grenadines: Barbados – Barbados

From EUR €3,695

Description

Idyllic sailing along the trade winds
In winter and spring the Caribbean trade winds offer perfect speeds and consistency and deliver wonderful
air and water temperatures. The many hours spent out at sea are a real joy for the tall ship.

French style on the ÎIes des Saintes
The ÎIes des Saintes give such a welcoming first impression, though the historical Fort Napoléon that towers over the main island is a reminder of less peaceful times. This small town’s promenade is perfect for taking a stroll, and the savoir-vivre of life here unfolds against a backdrop of the glowing pastel colours of the Caribbean.

The jet-set island of St Barths
Although many like to call it “St Barths” for short, the island’s official name is St Barthélemy. Having seen
several different owners, the land was finally bought by France in 1877 and is now firmly in the hands of the jetset. Elegant Gustavia entices with classy goods and glamour hidden away behind restored facades, and the harbour hosts luxury yachts with famous owners.

Beach paradise and pirates’ island: Antigua
The island is said to have exactly 365 fine sandy beaches, one for each day of the year. Nevertheless, in 1493 Columbus still passed Antigua by. Others were more interested: French and English conquerors fought pirates for hegemony until Admiral Nelson secured the island with a naval base. Its old fortifications can still be visited today.

Trip Name
Archipelago of the Grenadines: Barbados – Barbados
Days
8
Overview
Vessel Type: Tall Ship (Sailing) Length: 109 metres Passenger Capacity: 64 Built / refurbished: 1931 / 2011 Sea Cloud is a ship with a soul, imbued by the original owners, Marjorie Merriweather Post and her husband E.F. Hutton in the 1930’s. The ship has played host to royalty, known service in wartime, and sailed the world over. She is a vessel of incomparable grace that harks back to the golden age of ship travel. Once you’ve been on Sea Cloud under full sail, you’ll begin your own love affair. Welcome aboard a legend Sea Cloud accommodates 58 guests in 28 outside cabins including two original owner’s suites that still feature original marble baths and fireplaces. At 360 feet she is an expansive ship with extensive public spaces on the top deck, where we luxuriate in deck chairs and watch the crew of 18 go aloft in the web of riggings to hand-set her 30 sails. Her dining room is hung with marine oil paintings of the period and accommodates all guests at once for a single seating. We’ll gather in the lounge each evening for Recap. Life aboard is a uniquely pleasing mix of elegance and informality—a return to the golden age of sailing in shorts and deck shoes. You’ll find all shipboard services impeccable.  Discover the romance of tall ship sailingExperience something many people don’t know exists in the 21st century—the romance of life under square sails. Discover the thrill of standing on deck as Sea Cloud gently glides through the water, her crew aloft in the riggings, running out and reefing sails. Settle in to your favorite areas on the top deck and bask in the incomparable experience of traveling aboard the finest tall ship to ever sail the seas. Lose yourself in an adventure that, in this day and age, is almost unimaginable. Please note deck and suite plans are indicative only and may vary slightly.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 Bridgetown/Barbados
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Day 2 - Day 2 At sea
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Day 3 - Day 3 Terre-de-Haut/Îles des Saintes
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Day 4 - Day 4 Gustavia/St Barthélemy
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Day 5 - Day 5 St John’s/Antigua
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Day 6 - Days 6 - 7 Cabrits/Dominica
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Day 7 - Day 8 Bridgetown/Barbados
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Day 8 - Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
07-02-202014-02-2020EUR €3,695GTY Double Cabin
07-02-202014-02-2020EUR €4,195Category 5
07-02-202014-02-2020EUR €4,855Category 4
07-02-202014-02-2020EUR €5,355GTY Single Cabin
07-02-202014-02-2020EUR €5,595Category 3
07-02-202014-02-2020EUR €6,055Category 2
07-02-202014-02-2020EUR €6,355Category 1
07-02-202014-02-2020EUR €7,295Category C
07-02-202014-02-2020EUR €7,795Category B
07-02-202014-02-2020EUR €8,355Category A

Inclusions

    • Idyllic sailing along the trade winds
    • French style on the ÎIes des Saintes
    • The jet-set island of St Barths
    • Beach paradise and pirates’ island: Antigua

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