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Captivating WINDJAMMERS Sea Cloud · Sea Cloud Sailing Cruises 2015 ii Dear windjammer friends and fans! Once your passion for genuine windjammers has been kindled, you will be hooked on them forever. For many years now, our two elegant yachts have been sailing in some of the world’s most beautiful waters and they have still lost none of their fascination. The fact that so many of you share our enthusiasm and are once again embarking on a voyage with Sea Cloud Cruises is a great honour for our entire team. This year we can again present a varied programme featuring a number of highlights for loyal windjammer enthusiasts and also for all those who are interested in booking a cruise with Sea Cloud Cruises for the first time. Welcome on board! Hermann Ebel and Klaus Gerken Managing Directors of Sea Cloud Cruises 2 3 Index The world of Sea Cloud Cruises .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6 – 17 Sea Cloud – the “lady” of all windjammers ............................................................................................................................................................ Travel pages .................................................................................................................................................................................................... Destinations 2015: Lesser Antilles, Grenadines, British Virgin Islands, Cuba, Central America, Western Mediterranean, Iberian Peninsula, Eastern Mediterranean, Adriatic, Morocco, Canary Islands Cabins, deck plan, technical data and sail diagram .............................................................................................................................................. 18 – 21 46 – 75 76 – 79 Sea Cloud ii – luxury cruise meets sailing experience ............................................................................................................................................. 22 – 25 Travel pages ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 80 – 109 Destinations 2015: Lesser Antilles, Grenadines, British Virgin Islands, Central America, Costa Rica, Panama, Western Mediterranean, Iberian Peninsula, Atlantic Coast, Southern Norway, North Sea, Baltic Sea Cabins, deck plan, technical data and sail diagram .............................................................................................................................................. 110 – 113 Overview map of the cruising areas ......................................................................................................................................................................... Introducing: our destinations ................................................................................................................................................................................... Introducing: our types of travel ................................................................................................................................................................................ 26 – 27 28 – 41 42 – 45 Included services ...................................................................................................................................................................................................114 Appealing added features .......................................................................................................................................................................................115 Collaborative partners: FEINE PRIVATHOTELS and HanseMerkur ..................................................................................................................................116 Loyalty reward scheme ...........................................................................................................................................................................................117 Wedding on board .................................................................................................................................................................................................117 Useful information ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 118 – 119 Travel and cancellation terms and conditions ............................................................................................................................................................ 120 – 121 Cruise calendar November 2014 24.11. – 09.12.2014 SCII-1445 Las Palmas – Antigua Pure sailing: the Atlantic crossing Sea Cloud ii81 December 2014 15.12. – 22.12.2014 SC-1444 Barbados – Curaçao The Grenadines and ABC islands Sea Cloud47 09.12. – 16.12.2014 16.12. – 22.12.2014 22.12.14 – 05.01.15 SCII-1446 SCII-1447 SCII-1448 Antigua – Antigua Antigua – Barbados Barbados – Barbados The British Virgin Islands and Lesser Antilles The Lesser Antilles and Grenadines Festive days on British Virgin Islands, Lesser Antilles Sea Cloud ii82 Sea Cloud ii83 Sea Cloud ii85 January 2015 15.01. – 27.01.2015 27.01. – 06.02.2015 Pto. Limón (San José) – Havana Havana – Havana Costa Rica, Belize, Mexico and Cuba Stunning beaches, Maya culture, Cuban spirit Sea Cloud49 Sea Cloud51 SCII-1501 SCII-1503 SCII-150304 SCII-1504 Barbados – Barbados Barbados – Curaçao Barbados – Pto. Limón (San José) Curaçao – Pto. Limón (San José) The Grenadines and Lesser Antilles The Grenadines and ABC islands The Grenadines, ABC islands and Central America Central America, Panama and Costa Rica Sea Cloud ii86 Sea Cloud ii87 Sea Cloud ii89 Sea Cloud ii90 February 2015 06.02. – 16.02.2015 16.02. – 26.02.2015 SC-1504 SC-1505 Havana – Santo Domingo Santo Domingo – Barbados Discover the many facets of Cuba The British Virgin Islands and Lesser Antilles Sea Cloud52 Sea Cloud53 March 2015 19.03. – 26.03.2015 26.03. – 06.04.2015 SC-1509 SC-1510 Barbados – Barbados Barbados – Barbados The Grenadines and Lesser Antilles The British Virgin Islands and Lesser Antilles Sea Cloud54 Sea Cloud55 24.03. – 02.04.2015 SCII-1508 Antigua – Barbados The British Virgin Islands and Lesser Antilles Sea Cloud ii91 05.01. – 15.01.2015 22.01. – 29.01.2015 22.01. – 05.02.2015 29.01. – 05.02.2015 4 SC-1502 SC-1503 April 2015 19.04. – 26.04.2015 26.04. – 30.04.2015 30.04. – 04.05.2015 26.04. – 01.05.2015 26.04. – 05.05.2015 Springtime in southern Spain and on the Balearics Short trip to Sardinia and Corsica A taste of spring on the French Riviera Sea Cloud57 Sea Cloud58 Sea Cloud59 SCII-15121 Lisbon – Valencia SCII-15121122 Lisbon – Nice Springtime in Andalusia The sunny coasts of Spain and southern France Sea Cloud ii92 Sea Cloud ii94 May 2015 11.05. – 18.05.2015 18.05. – 25.05.2015 SC-1515 SC-1516 Civitavecchia (Rome) – Malta Malta – Piraeus (Athens) Sailing cruise to southern Italy and Sicily Sailing in the footsteps of Odysseus Sea Cloud60 Sea Cloud61 01.05. – 05.05.2015 SCII-15122 Valencia – Nice A long weekend break in southern France Sea Cloud ii93 June 2015 14.06. – 18.06.2015 18.06. – 22.06.2015 26.06. – 06.07.2015 SCII-1520 SCII-1521 SCII-1523 Portsmouth (London) – Hamburg Hamburg – Oslo Kiel – St Petersburg Short trip to European cultural capitals Short trip to southern Norway “Kieler Woche” and metropolises in the Baltic Sea Sea Cloud ii95 Sea Cloud ii96 Sea Cloud ii97 July 2015 12.07. – 19.07.2015 19.07. – 26.07.2015 26.07. – 04.08.2015 SC-1524 SC-1525 SC-1526 Piraeus (Athens) – Istanbul Istanbul – Piraeus (Athens) Piraeus (Athens) – Venice Ancient sites in the Aegean and the Cyclades Northern Greece and the Sporades The diversity of the Adriatic Sea Cloud62 Sea Cloud63 Sea Cloud64 August 2015 04.08. – 08.08.2015 08.08. – 15.08.2015 SC-1527 SC-1528 Venice – Venice Venice – Venice Short trip through the Adriatic Famous sites and undiscovered gems of the Adriatic Sea Cloud65 Sea Cloud66 05.08. – 13.08.2015 13.08. – 17.08.2015 16.08. – 26.08.2015 SCII-1527 SCII-1529 SCII-1530 Oslo – Hamburg Hamburg – Hamburg Hamburg – Bilbao Southern Norway’s fjords and “Sail Bremerhaven” A taste of summer on a short trip to Sylt The Steinway cruise for music lovers Sea Cloud ii98 Sea Cloud ii99 Sea Cloud ii101 September 2015 27.09. – 05.10.2015 SC-1534 Piraeus (Athens) – Venice The diversity of the Adriatic Sea Cloud67 SCII-1533 Barcelona – Nice Short trip to southern France Sea Cloud ii102 October 2015 05.10. – 12.10.2015 12.10. – 20.10.2015 20.10. – 28.10.2015 SC-1535 SC-1536 SC-1537 Venice – Venice Venice – Malta Malta – Barcelona Famous sites and undiscovered gems of the Adriatic Sailing without fixed itinerary through the Adriatic Sicily, Sardinia and the Balearic Islands Sea Cloud66 Sea Cloud68 Sea Cloud69 23.10. – 02.11.2015 SCII-1540 Malta – Málaga Sicily, Sardinia and the Balearic Islands Sea Cloud ii103 SC-1539 SC-1541 SC-1542 Málaga – Las Palmas Las Palmas – Las Palmas Las Palmas – Barbados Imperial cities in Morocco and the Canary Islands Canaries: Sea Cloud meets Sea Cloud ii Pure sailing: the Atlantic crossing Sea Cloud70 Sea Cloud71 Sea Cloud72 SCII-1541 SCII-1543 SCII-1544 Málaga – Las Palmas Las Palmas – Las Palmas Las Palmas – Curaçao A taste of the Atlantic for sailing enthusiasts Canaries: Sea Cloud ii meets Sea Cloud Pure sailing: the Atlantic crossing Sea Cloud ii104 Sea Cloud ii105 Sea Cloud ii106 The Grenadines and Lesser Antilles Festive days on British Virgin Islands, Lesser Antilles Sea Cloud73 Sea Cloud75 09.09. – 13.09.2015 November 2015 04.11. – 13.11.2015 22.11. – 28.11.2015 28.11. – 14.12.2015 SC-1512 SC-15131 SC-15132 02.11. – 11.11.2015 23.11. – 27.11.2015 27.11. – 14.12.2015 Lisbon – Palma de Mallorca Palma de Mallorca – Nice Nice – Nice December 2015 14.12. – 21.12.2015 21.12.15 – 04.01.16 SC-1543 SC-1544 Barbados – Barbados Barbados – Barbados 14.12. – 21.12.2015 21.12.15 – 04.01.16 SCII-1545 SCII-1546 Curaçao – Pto. Limón (San José) The Grenadines, ABC islands and Central America Pto. Limón – Puntarenas (San José) Christmas/New Year in Panama and Costa Rica Sea Cloud ii107 Sea Cloud ii109 Special offer cruises: Save up to € 2.420 / US$ 3,700 per person Winter cruises with included shore excursions Taster cruises: sample on-board living or simply enjoy a break Sailing cruises which focus specifically on sailing (see pages 42-45 for more details) Themed cruises which focus on a special key aspect 5 RELAXATION BENEATH THE sails Prepare to embark on both an exciting sailing cruise and relaxed holiday: Our two tall ships Sea C loud and Sea C loud ii combine the best of both worlds. Whilst our crew climb high up into the masts to set the sails by hand, down on deck our service team treat guests to a first-class service. Our elegant, exclusive yachts are the perfect place to experience the seamless combination of ancient seafaring tradition and a luxury modern-day break. 6 7 Philosophy PASSIONATE ABOUT SAILING A passion for exclusive tall ships go on to inspire the building of its and sophisticated indulgence has sister ship, the Sea Cloud ii. Yet as shaped the legacy of our two yachts elegant as our two windjammers may since their creation. The American be, these two vessels are imbued millionaire couple Edward F. Hutton with sailing tradition: On these ships, and Marjorie Merriweather Post sailing is not just for show – it is a were already owners of several true craft. When the orders ring out luxury vessels when, in 1929, they over the deck and the crew climb the commissioned the construction of a masts to hoist the sails, every single new ship – one that would be larger manoeuvre marks a centuries-old and more extravagant than anything ritual being brought to life. that had gone before. The legendary Sea Cloud was born, a yacht whose beauty would, 70 years later, 8 Philosophy TRULY AUTHENTIC, TRULY ROMANTIC The sailing crew pull with all their shines in the sunlight. Then with one every time. Once firmly enveloped power on a hemp rope that disap- final strong tug on the main halyard, in a romantic tall ship setting, you pears into the rigging twenty metres the yacht is ready to feel the full force will understand just why our vessels above their heads. The mighty sails of the wind – mission accomplished! are the most beautiful part of the flap in the fresh sea breeze, starting It takes our crew almost one hour adventure; after all, a voyage aboard a tug-of-war with the team down to hoist the sails by hand, and it is a majestic tall ship is much more than below. Flawlessly polished brass a fascinating spectacle each and just a cruise. 9 10 Part of the unique appeal of a private are there to ensure that all of our yacht is the intimacy of the setting guests on board – a maximum of 94 and that feeling of being amongst travellers from all over the world – friends. The Sea Cloud and the enjoy a unique cruise that is tailored Sea Cloud ii offer our guests to their needs. Our personal service exactly the same experience thanks and laid-back ambience allow you to their sophisticated yet relaxed to enjoy an exquisite, five-star atmosphere. Our crew of around 60 experience at your own pace. Philosophy GENUINE and PERSONAL SERVICE WITH STYLE ARRIVE, RELAX, ENJOY The whistling of the wind as it blows without a care in the world, chat with past the halyard and the gentle sound your fellow guests whilst admiring of the sea will soon banish away the the view, listen in on an interesting stresses and strains of your daily lecture, watch the captain at work on routine. Your inner sense of time is all the bridge – or simply let your mind that matters on board – a time that wander like the clouds in the perfect is not measured in seconds, but in blue sky. magical moments. Let the day go by 11 12 Philosophy FIVE-STAR INDULGENCE FOR your senses It is the little, finer things in life that turn a cruise into an extraordinary five-star experience. From the luxurious décor and the exquisite and creatively designed cuisine to our first-class service, on board the S ea C loud and the S ea C loud ii we offer an exclusive holiday that is designed around you. Our entire crew take great pleasure in treating every guest to a unique experience, and in exceeding expectations time and time again. 13 EXCLUSIVE DéCOR, CHARMING DESIGN Our ships exude a classic maritime unobstructed view of the sea. Our board with a refreshment after each atmosphere that is as timeless as unique five-star style is also reflected excursion. Aboard our ships your wish the ocean. This splendid on-board in the countless small gestures and is our command. Our mission is to ambience is completed by the ex- attention to detail shown by our staff. make all guests feel at home from the quisite, carefully chosen décor – Welcome champagne awaits you in moment they set foot on board. be it the comfortable deckchairs your cabin upon arrival, and you can that pepper our vast, elegant teak end each day with selected bedtime wood decks, the fine wood features sweets. The cabins are meticulously that exude warmth and comfort, cleaned twice daily, your fruit basket or our tastefully designed outside is constantly kept replenished and cabins which offer each guest an the crew will welcome you back on 14 Ships were once the one and only is their work pure perfection, it is also passion of seafarers, and that still part of their identity. Many of our rings true for the crew on board the crew have been working together Sea Cloud and the Sea Cloud ii for years and form part of a well- today. For our staff, life on board established team. Each guest is both of our windjammers is more welcomed into this passionate group than just a job. You will find passion of seafarers with a warm smile, and, and a sense of belonging wherever with loving attention to detail and you go on our ships: from the engine charm, each member of staff will room to the masts, and from the help ensure that your journey on bridge to the laundry room. Not only board is as unique as you. Philosophy MORE THAN JUST A JOB: A TRUE CALLING 15 CULINARY DELIGHTS AT SEA From fresh croissants to perfectly cooked beef tenderloin, the chefs on board our two windjammers pour all of their creativity and skill into providing guests with culinary delights from morning until night. Their elaborate menus are complemented with regional specialities and always include a vegetarian option. Their exquisite dishes are served with the perfect accompaniment: outstanding, first-class wines – at no extra cost. Our sommelier is passionate about the finest quality wines, exploring the cellars of prestigious wine-makers to bring you the most delectable flavours. 16 Philosophy A RELAXED DINING EXPERIENCE On board everyone sits down to ted tables on deck. Experience true enjoy their meals together, but there luxury beneath the sails, as you set is no fixed seating plan: As with any a course for complete relaxation on private yacht, you simply sit wherever board the legendary Sea Cloud and with whomever you choose, thus or within the comfortable setting of leaving room for interesting table the Sea Cloud ii. discussions, whether indulging in a formal dinner in our restaurant or a lunchtime buffet or evening barbecue in the sun at the beautifully decora17 18 Sea Cloud Sea Cloud The “lady” of all windjammers A self-assured grande dame, a stylish yet informal sailing icon and a generous host – the S ea C loud is a living legend. Built as a private luxury yacht, this ship combines extravagant charm with an authentic tall ship experience. 19 A private yacht with a fascinating history 20 Golden, swan-shaped taps, splendid was launched in Kiel. Together with marble fireplaces, French antiques her husband, the savvy stockbroker – as heiress to a fortune totalling Edward Hutton, Marjorie turned this several million dollars, Marjorie elegant four-masted barque into a Merriweather Post was able to let stage for her eccentric lifestyle. her imagination run free when it Her friends included aristocracy and came to building her private yacht. Hollywood stars, and politicians In 1931 the “Hussar” (as the and diplomats often graced the Sea Cloud was originally named) decks of this windjammer. Sea Cloud Where indulgence meets relaxation Even today every detail on board a long-standing friend. Rigid this yacht shines with the glory of etiquette is nowhere to be found, a bygone age. The Sea Cloud’s not even in the oak-tabled restau- elegance appears timeless; proof rant. Sat at long tables, guests can that this vessel has lost none of its enjoy the delicacies conjured up unconventional charm. Whether you by the kitchen staff in a relaxed are staying in one of its lovingly setting before retiring to a deck renovated original cabins, a cosy chair, to the lido bar or the cosy outside cabin or one of the former Blue Lagoon area for a moment of officers’ cabins, the Sea Cloud relaxation. welcomes each guest on board like 21 22 Sea Cloud II Sea Cloud ii Luxury cruise meets sailing experience Who says you cannot have it all? The tall ship Sea Cloud ii brings together the best of two worlds: This spacious three-masted barque offers all the amenities of a modern cruise ship whilst remaining a quintessential windjammer. 23 Expansive decks, generous cabins and many favourite places A cappuccino in the elegant lounge? own. With its four expansive decks, A spot of sunbathing on the lido amenities such as a sauna, gym, deck? A quiet moment with a book in boutique and swim platform, as the library? There are many favourite well as the generous range of facili- places to be discovered on board ties on offer in its guest cabins, the the Sea Cloud ii. This tall ship Sea Cloud ii delivers five-star bears all the hallmarks of its older luxury which is sure to impress sister, the legendary Sea Cloud, even seasoned cruise-goers. and yet still has a charm all of its 24 24 Sea Cloud II A windjammer adventure bathed in elegance “Set sail!” – Guests will momentarily true sailing. When the ship was outside cabins, 16 junior suites and crane their necks upwards when the built 15 years ago, we deliberately two owner suites accommodate a captain of the Sea Cloud decided against a fully-automatic maximum of 94 guests on this the order to embark. The crew’s rig; this ship’s sails are hoisted and voyage of relaxation. climb up into the shrouds marks lowered the traditional way – by the beginning of a spectacle that is hand. This allows guests to enjoy much more than just a show. The the romantic tall ship experience in Sea Cloud ii is a celebration of refined exclusivity. Our 29 de luxe ii gives 25 Canada Québec Montreal Toronto Chicago Atlantic and Canaries New York Die fasziniert ihrencoast zahlreichen TheAtlantikküste Canary Islands and the mit Atlantic of Spain Facetten: kunstvoll in Südspanien, mediterran in and Portugal provide a multi-faceted Azores experience, Frankreich sowielandscapes sommerlichincluding artund andSüdengland culture, charming and leicht auf der Nordseeinsel a relaxed wayberühmten of life. Magical Morocco Sylt. will draw you into the world of the Arabian Nights. Washington, DC USA Atlantic Ocean Lesser Antilles and Cuba Tropical forests and bathing paradises make the Lesser Antilles, located between the British Virgin Islands and the Grenadines, a wonderful place for sailing. Cuba enchants with its retro-style Caribbean flair. Miami Havana Cuba Cozumel Mexico Isla de la Juventud Belize Stadt Belize Cienfuegos Santiago de Cuba Jamaica Dominican Republic Santo Domingo Roatán Virgin Gorda St Barthélemy Antigua Honduras St Lucia Nicaragua San Juan San del Sur José Puerto Cartagena Puerto Limón Colón Caldera Costa Rica Panama City Panama Canal Panama Islas de las Perlas Pacific Ocean Colombia 26 Curaçao Barbados Grenada Tobago Venezuela Costa Rica and Panama From mysterious Maya pyramids and colourful tropical landscapes to bustling cities and the technological brilliance of the Panama Canal – Central America is home to a range of fascinating attractions. FINLAND Rosendal Oslo Stockholm Stavanger St Petersburg Tallinn Visby Riga Latvia Edinburgh Denmark Ireland Amsterdam England London Belgium Isle of Wight Le Havre Guernsey Paris Belle-Île-en-Mer France Pauillac Bordeaux Kiel Hamburg Bremerhaven Netherlands Oostende LITHUANIA Copenhagen Gdansk Minsk Poland Belarus Warsaw Germany Frankfurt Map Sylt Falmouth Russia ESTONIA Sweden Scotland Dublin Helsinki Norway Prague Kiev Czech Republic Munich Zurich Venice Northern Europe Vienna Ukraine Archipelagos and amazing fjords, gentle duneBudapest Romania Hungary covered landscapes and magnificent imperial architecture, picturesque canals and elegant vineyards Belgrade – this is Northern Europe at its very best. Rovinj Croatia Nice Ravenna Serbia Split Bucharest La Coruña Bilbao Saint-Tropez Black Sea Dubrovnik Calvi Civitavecchia Adriatic Islas Cíes Collioure Corsica Italy Sea Bonifacio Barcelona Istanbul Thessaloniki Olbia Naples Porto Alghero Spain Sardinia Saranda Dikili Portugal Mallorca Valencia Turkey Cagliari Lipari Greece Ibiza Piraeus Lisbon Nauplion Cartagena Trapani Kusadasi Palermo Sicily Málaga Antalya Syracuse Cádiz Pylos Rhodes Malta Cyprus Crete Morocco Mediterranean Sea Casablanca Madeira Tenerife Marrakech Agadir Lanzarote Gran Canaria Western Mediterranean Whether it be “dolce vita” or “savoir vivre” – the lifestyle on the coasts of Italy, Spain and France is one to cherish. Sunny islands, charming ports, quaint restaurants and historic locations provide the right setting for the Mediterranean way of life. Eastern Med, Adriatic A cruise through the Aegean and Adriatic Seas under a blue sky will take you back through the centuries: The itineraries feature the legendary Cyclades and Sporades islands, magnificent Baroque cities and impressive ancient sites. 27 28 destinations CARIBBEAN AND CUBA The Lesser Antilles run through and which always knows how to the turquoise Caribbean Sea like make a virtue out of necessity. Life a shimmering string of pearls. The here is all about being resourceful: In waters between the British Virgin Havana’s UNESCO-protected old Islands in the north and the Grena- town you will see colourful vintage dines in the south provide the perfect cars, and people who cannot afford sailing conditions for windjammers entry into an expensive club simply as well as intriguing insights into a dance on the Malecón seafront highly diverse range of cultures and promenade to the lively rhythms of lifestyles. Want to go on an excursion street music. through tropical green forest to the volcanic sulphur springs? Why not enjoy an exquisite sundowner while watching elegant luxury yachts or perhaps go bare-footed into the beach bar? Fortunately there is no need to choose any particular highlight because every day will surprise you with a new and enjoyable feature. Cuba really is the heart of the Caribbean. Cut off from the capitalist West, this is a country which has kept itself free of American fast food chains and flamboyant advertising 29 30 destinations Central America, Panama and Costa Rica Narrow, little houses with gabled roofs, tion is still considered one of the market stalls and small cafés serving greatest feats in human engineering. “Eierkoek” – if it was not for the radiant The same is also often said of the mys- rays of sun and the white, palm-fringed tical Maya temple structures found in beaches, you could easily mistake Mexico and Belize. These mysterious this area for a Dutch province. That places of worship, with their impres- is because the three ABC islands of sive stepped pyramids and artistic Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao playfully stone relief carvings, have lost none engage with their colonial past, and of their magical appeal over the past with their blend of European tradition several millenia. and Caribbean living, they serve up a colourful cocktail that is sure to put a smile on your face. Nature lovers will encounter a vibrant, tropical paradise brimming with natural wonders in Panama’s and Costa Rica’s unique national parks. In the treetops of the evergreen rainforests, mangrove swamps and warm, crystal-clear waters, an abundance of fascinating animal species await. Follow this intensive natural encounter with a taste of urban life in trendy Panama City located close to the Panama Canal. Now over 100 years old, this construc31 32 destinations Canary Islands and Morocco Whilst autumn winds are blowing Marrakesh and Taroudant instantly the leaves from the trees elsewhere, envelope visitors in a whirl-wind of the Canary Islands still have many bewitching sights, sounds and smells. months of sunshine ahead. These This fairytale setting will leave you “Islands of Eternal Spring” may all with memories that will last long after share the same pleasant climate, we have left port. but each one impresses with its own inimitable beauty. Gran Canaria and Tenerife offer vast beaches and a vibrant urban scene, whilst on El Hierro, La Palma and La Gomera you can experience the serenity of Mother Nature. With fine sand dunes, such as those found on Fuerteventura, and the peculiar lava-sculpted landscapes of Lanzarote, the Canary Islands are one of the planet’s most intriguing places to explore by sea and offer an abundance of unique scenery and culture. The Moroccan coast lies a mere 60 nautical miles away. With bustling souks, scents of oriental spices and elaborately designed sultan’s palaces, the ancient imperial cities of Rabat, 33 34 destinations Atlantic Coast and northern Europe From the craggy archipelagos off Peninsula – the Sea Cloud the coast of Sweden to the golden take you right to the heart of these cupolas of St Petersburg; from the cities. In summer 2015, our tall ship picturesque fjords of southern Norway will be taking part in Sail Bremer- to the exclusive wine-growing regions haven and Kieler Woche, allowing you of France and Spain – the countries to experience these two traditional along the Atlantic and Baltic coast- sailing events live from the comfort of line are extremely diverse in their your deckchair. ii will appearance and character. On board the Sea Cloud ii you can get a close-up view of Europe’s most charming coasts from the sea. Our tall ship glides noiselessly past the red and white timber houses nestled in the rugged fjord landscape. It sails past lush green hillsides and towering chalk cliffs, following the old Hanseatic trade routes to the glamorous ports of the Baltic. No matter whether you want to experience the Nordic beauty of Stockholm or Tallinn or set off for the sun-kissed coasts of the Iberian 35 36 destinations western Mediterranean Winding alleyways and elegant shoppers from the international jet promenades, magnificent cathedrals set? Exploring the ruins of ancient and Moorish palaces, tranquil fishing temple complexes or hiking through villages and vibrant cities – the pristine volcanic landscapes? There Western Mediterranean rewards is no rush to decide. On board you travellers every day with new, exciting will have plenty of peace and quiet experiences. This region is not just in which to look forward to all the a wonderful sailing area but also an wide-ranging wonders of the enchanting place laden with history Mediterranean. and stories, a lighthearted zest for life and dramatic landscapes. From Andalusia to the Balearic Islands, from Corsica to the Côte d’Azur, from Sicily to the Amalfi Coast – our tall ships sail to the most beautiful destinations in Spain, France and Italy. What takes your fancy? A trip to a vibrant local market to try some of the region’s olives? Mingling with luxury 37 38 destinations Adriatic Sea “Soft hues and chimes now fill the the seafront in Split to the red-brick air. Lagoons light up with silver ray.” rooftops of Dubrovnik; from the This is the description given by the fragrant pine forests of Korcula to the Austrian writer Stefan Zweig in his Baroque facades in Lecce – there poem about the sunrise in Venice. is more than just one pearl in the Indeed, as morning arrives and the Adriatic. The region is crying out to Rialto Bridge, St Mark’s Square and be explored and is a feast for all the the Doge’s Palace all come to life, senses. Freshly caught fish, fruity an almost magical light comes over olive oils and home-made plum the Lagoon City. Venice is a living brandy are available for you to try. picture: Up until the 16th century, this was one of the world’s largest trading towns; its aristocracy accumulated immense wealth through trade in salt, cereals and amber, and created a perpetual legacy by building a number of magnificent palaces and churches. Venetian influence can still be felt right across the Adriatic region, a territory that once belonged to the Republic of Venice. The thousands of small islands hold countless new experiences in store for you: from the palm tree-lined promenade at 39 40 destinations Reiseziele eastern Mediterranean Just close your eyes and picture the attest to the erstwhile prosperity of perfect Greek island. What do you many port towns. The pace of life in see? Perhaps radiantly whitewashed Istanbul is quite different: This mega- houses with deep blue doors, colour- city is young, buoyant and innovative. ful wooden chairs in front of a small It will draw you into to a whirl of taverna, an idyllic harbour full of cultures, eras and possibilities – with fishing boats? This vision becomes designer stores alongside bazaars a reality in the Cyclades, the islands and trendy bars which do not close which boast a continuous picturesque until the muezzin makes the call to landscape wherever you look. The morning prayers. Aegean islands are rich in their historic tradition and legendary in the truest sense of the word. Anyone sailing in these waters is bound to experience the islands all the more vividly. After crossing into Turkish waters, the Sea Cloud will continue on its voyage to fascinating ancient sites. The sun-bleached ruins of magnificent libraries, temples and theatres 41 42 Types of travel Sailin g Make the journey your destination Who can resist the magic that en- marked with our small “sailing” symbol velops you aboard a windjammer? so that you can quickly and easily find White sails, proud masts and a the type of sailing holiday that best golden eagle on the bow almost suits your ideal windjammer break. immediately evoke that romantic feeling of longing for far-away shores and adventures in the ocean’s vast expanse. Just beyond the horizon you will find dreamlike harbours, secluded bays and fascinating cities waiting to be discovered. Yet some people may want a more intensive tall ship experience than others. That is why we offer different types of travel. Those cruises which focus specifically on sailing have been 43 EXPERIENCE LAND, SEA AND PEOPLE DAYs AT SEA, NIGHTs IN PORT The majority of our cruises offer a On some of our sailing cruises our balanced mix of sailing time and windjammers will only reach their exciting on-shore discoveries. Our destination late in the afternoon and windjammers mostly strike sail in will remain in port overnight. This places where picturesque harbours means that sailing enthusiasts can and anchorages invite you to set foot spend many wonderful hours at on land and to become acquainted sea whilst still having time in the with the local culture and way of life. evening to head off and explore each It is the perfect opportunity to get fascinating harbour town. A relaxed out and discover more – either on stroll through the port or old town is your own or on one of our organised the perfect way to take in the local excursions. atmosphere. 44 Types of travel WHEREVER THE WIND TAKES US ACROSS THE atlantic UNDER BILLOWING SAILS Do you savour the journey more than The Atlantic crossing is the trip of a the destination? If so, you will proba- lifetime – and a wonderful expe- bly be interested in one of our sailing rience for true sailing fans. Two cruises without a fixed itinerary. On whole weeks alone with the ocean, these cruises, only the wind deter- two whole weeks devoted to sailing: mines which route our majestic wind- Embark on the famous Columbus jammer will take. Prepare yourself for route between the Canary Islands the unexpected, no matter where the and the Caribbean and completely elements take us – our sailing routes give yourself over to the elements – are filled with atmospheric harbour it is the perfect way to truly escape towns and romantic bays that can be your everyday routine. explored on individual trips ashore. 45 46 Atlantic Ocean Puerto Rico Caribbean Sea Barbados Bequia Union Island Curaçao Bonaire Venezuela S Special offer Sail with the summer trade winds and dreams of the Caribbean to the Grenadines and the ABC islands: Barbados – Curaçao A day at the beach on the popular sailors’ island of Bequia The Sea Cloud drops anchor in Admiralty Bay at Port Elizabeth on Bequia. It is the meeting place for roundthe-world sailors and private luxury yachts. Our zodiacs bring you to the town or to one of the island’s most beautiful beaches. You will have plenty of time for whatever you choose, be it swimming, snorkelling or taking a stroll. Tobago Cays – a paradise for snorkellers Far away from everyday life ashore lie five uninhabited islands surrounded by a turquoise sea, just waiting to be discovered. Their name? The Tobago Cays. Four of the islands are surrounded by a protective, horseshoeshaped coral reef. This is an ideal place for snorkelling and a refuge for rare marine wildlife. Sea Cloud 7 nights 15 Dec. to 22 Dec. 2014 SC-1444 15 Dec. Bridgetown/Barbados 22.00 Guests arrive individually in Barbados. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 16 Dec. Port Elizabeth/Bequia 17.00 17 Dec. Port Elizabeth/Bequia 13.30 Excursion to a turtle sanctuary.* 18 Dec. Chatham Bay/Union Island 08.00 16.00 Snorkelling excursion to the Tobago Cays.* 19 Dec. At sea (until 20 Dec.) 21 Dec. Kralendijk/Bonaire 14.00 24.00 A taste of Bonaire or a kayak trip and swimming.* 22 Dec. Willemstad/Curaçao 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. Idyllic sailing along the trade winds Every day the crew climb up the masts to hoist the sails, and every hour the trade winds provide the tall ship with everything it needs to show just what it is made for – in an ideal sailing area. In winter and spring, the region’s trade winds ensure perfect sailing conditions as well as a pleasant air and water temperature. The hours at sea become a feast for all who want to experience the freedom beneath white sails. A lecturer accompanies the trip A lecturer will accompany you on this trip to deliver interesting and informative talks on a range of specialist subjects. See insert for cruise-only rates! 47 Sea Cloud – Cruises Dominican Republic Fascinating underwater worlds, mysterious Maya sites and magical Cuban nights. Several relaxing days at sea Maya cities in Mexico and Belize Besides crossing worlds and discovering new lands, we let relaxation take a front seat on our yacht for four whole days. Plenty of time to enjoy life under the white sails and to be spoilt in every way. The culture of the Maya, which began roughly 5,000 years ago and ended around the time of the Spanish conquest, is still a mystery. On our trip you will discover three Maya strongholds: Tulum in Mexico is the only Maya city situated on the coast; Altun Ha and Lamanai are in Belize. Lamanai remained populated for roughly 3,000 years. Excavations have revealed that over 20,000 people lived there around 700 A D. The world’s second largest coral reef The Belize Barrier Reef contains countless small coral islands. The Lighthouse Reef Atoll features a particularly special natural wonder: the Great Blue Hole, a circular submarine sinkhole and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Snorkelling is obviously another great way to discover the impressive beauty of the reef. Havana’s Tropicana Discover the place where Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra and Josephine Baker took to the stage and where Edith Piaf, Ernest Hemingway and Marlon Brando applauded wildly in the audience: the legendary Tropicana in Havana. With its colourful shows, this cabaret nightclub is just as magical, vivacious and thrilling as it was when it opened back in 1939. A lecturer accompanies the trip Knowledge, entertainment and facts – our expert is on hand to give talks on a wide variety of specialist subjects. He will also be on board to answer any questions that you may have. 48 Havana Mexico Jamaica Belize City Belize Lighthouse Reef Caribbean Sea Roatán Guatemala El Salvador Honduras Isla de Providencia Nicaragua Islas del Maíz Pacific Ocean San José Puerto Limón Costa Rica S Special offer Culture, nature and a zest for life – the colourful kaleidoscope of Central America: Puerto Limón (San José) – Havana Sea Cloud 12 nights 15 Jan. to 27 Jan. 2015 SC-1502 15. Jan. Puerto Limón (San José)/Costa Rica 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Puerto Limón. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 16 Jan. Corn Islands/Islas del Maíz/Nicaragua 11.00 17.30 17 Jan. Isla de Providencia/Colombia 13.00 18.00 (weather permitting) Island tour and folklore.* 18 Jan. At sea (until 19 Jan.) 20 Jan. Roatán/Honduras 08.00 13.00 Cable car trip through the treetops and excursion to the beach.* 08.00 18.00 21 Jan. Belize City/Belize Excursion to Altun Ha or to Lamanai with a boat trip.* 22 Jan. Lighthouse Reef/Belize 08.00 13.00 Snorkelling excursion to the Great Blue Hole.* 23 Jan. At sea 24 Jan. Cozumel/Mexico 08.00 22.00 Excursion to the ancient Maya city of Tulum or beach buggy tour and snorkelling.* 25 Jan. At sea 26 Jan. Havana/Cuba 17.00 At an additional charge: visit to the Tropicana show. 27 Jan. Havana/Cuba Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. See insert for cruise-only rates! 49 Sea Cloud – Cruises Cuba Cozumel 50 Atlantic Ocean Havana María la Gorda Isla de la Juventud Cienfuegos Cuba Cozumel Mexico Jamaica Caribbean Sea Belize White sandy beaches, beautifully restored grandiose buildings and Maya ruins with a sea view: Havana – Havana Historical Havana Havana’s old town is defined by its imposing fortresses, baroque churches and monasteries, palaces and wide squares, arcades and lively shopping streets. As well as being a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this is also a wellknown place to spot vintage American cars and, thanks to the Malecón coastal road, one of the most popular promenades to stroll along as the sun sets. Cuban beach heaven On the Isla de la Juventud and in María la Gorda, the highlights are found in, on and under the water – solitary picture-perfect beaches with palm trees offering shade, a warm, gentle sea sparkling in numerous shades of blue, and a coral reef with perfect conditions for snorkelling. The Maya site of Tulum Gory sacrificial rites, a highly sophisticated calendar and mysterious architecture are just some of the many themes associated with the Maya culture. At the Mexican archaeological site of Tulum, a former ancient Maya trading centre, history comes to life in stunning surroundings – Tulum is the only ancient Maya site that lies directly on the coast. Sea Cloud 10 nights 27 Jan. to 06 Feb. 2015 SC-1503 27 Jan. Havana/Cuba 24.00 Guests arrive individually in Havana. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 28 Jan. At sea 29 Jan. María la Gorda/Cuba 08.00 13.00 30 Jan. Isla de la Juventud/Cuba 08.00 14.00 31 Jan.Cienfuegos/Cuba 16.00 01 Feb. Cienfuegos/Cuba 17.00 Trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Trinidad and visit to Cienfuegos.* 02 Feb. At sea 03 Feb.Cozumel/Mexico 09.00 19.00 Excursion to the ancient Maya city of Tulum or beach buggy tour and snorkelling.* 04 Feb. At sea 05 Feb.Havana/Cuba 16.00 At an additional charge: visit to the Tropicana show. 06 Feb. Havana/Cuba Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. A lecturer accompanies the trip Knowledge, entertainment and facts – our expert is on hand to give talks on a wide variety of specialist subjects. He will also be on board to answer any questions that you may have. See insert for cruise-only rates! 51 Sea Cloud – Cruises Gulf of Mexico Florida Atlantic Ocean Gulf of Mexico Havana Isla de la Juventud María la Gorda Cienfuegos Cuba Santiago de Cuba Dominican Republic Jamaica Santo Domingo Port Antonio Caribbean Sea Honduras Nicaragua Narrow old town alleys and wide beaches, relaxation on the water and fiery Cuban rhythms: Havana – Santo Domingo Trinidad’s old town Trinidad de Cuba is a small, friendly place with a long history as a centre for sugar cane farming. Its charming coastal setting, lovingly restored facades and gentle pace of life can be experienced in any of the town’s beautiful squares and in the narrow, historic alleyways. This small town has a well-deserved place on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list. Cuban beach heaven On the Isla de la Juventud and in María la Gorda, the highlights are found in, on and under the water – solitary picture-perfect beaches with palm trees offering shade, a warm, gentle sea sparkling in numerous shades of blue, and a coral reef with perfect conditions for snorkelling. The spirited music of Cuba If Cuba is the birthplace of almost every Latin dance style, then Santiago de Cuba is the stage on which they are performed. Nowhere else will you find so much live music or dancing. In the town’s clubs, bars and dance schools you will find the rhythms of salsa, son, and rumba just as thrilling as in the world-famous Buena Vista Social Club. A band will also be performing on board. Sea Cloud 10 nights 06 Feb. to 16 Feb. 2015 SC-1504 06 Feb. Havana/Cuba 24.00 Guests arrive individually in Havana. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 07 Feb. At sea 08 Feb. María la Gorda/Cuba 08.00 13.00 09 Feb. Isla de la Juventud/Cuba 07.00 13.00 10 Feb. Cienfuegos/Cuba 08.00 17.00 Trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Trinidad and visit to Cienfuegos.* 11 Feb. At sea 12 Feb. Santiago de Cuba/Cuba 09.00 24.00 Excursion to El Morro fortress and walking tour through the city of Santiago de Cuba.* 14.00 19.00 13 Feb. Port Antonio/Jamaica Boat trip on the Rio Grande.* 14 Feb. At sea (until 15 Feb.) 16 Feb. Santo Domingo/Dom. Republic 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. A lecturer accompanies the trip Knowledge, entertainment and facts – our expert is on hand to give talks on a wide variety of specialist subjects. He will also be on board to answer any questions that you may have. See insert for cruise-only rates! 52 at anchor Dominican Republic Santo Domingo Jost van Dyke La Romana Puerto Rico Virgin Gorda St Barthélemy Îles des Saintes Caribbean Sea St Lucia Barbados Bequia Discover pirate hideaways, dive into the French lifestyle and drop anchor in front of a jungle panorama: Santo Domingo – Barbados The famous seafarer hideouts of Bequia, Jost van Dyke and Virgin Gorda Once, notorious pirates would hide out in the protected bays of these three Antilles islands. Now they are a haven away from the everyday hustle and bustle of life. You will find it easy to give in to the infectious joie de vivre here in the rustic beach clubs, in bars located beneath the palm trees, on beautiful beaches and in some of the most popular yacht clubs. The savoir-vivre of the Îles des Saintes This archipelago has been part of France since the 17th century. Overlooked by a historical fort, the charming small town of Terre-de-Haut offers spectacular unbroken views out over the surrounding bays. Its boutiques, bars, restaurants and cafés are perfect for a spot of browsing. The jet set island of St Barts St Barthélemy has had several masters: the Spanish, the Swedes, the French and the Knights of Malta. However, it is now firmly in the hands of the jet set crowd, who come here for short breaks to get away from it all. All of the yachts in the harbour are worth a look, as are the bars and restaurants. Sea Cloud 10 nights 16 Feb. to 26 Feb. 2015 SC-1505 16 Feb. Santo Domingo/Dom. Republic 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Santo Domingo. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 17 Feb. La Romana/Dom. Republic 06.00 13.30 Trip to the Maravillas caves.* 18 Feb. At sea 19 Feb. North Sound/Virgin Gorda 13.30 Excursion to “The Baths”.* 20 Feb. North Sound/Virgin Gorda 06.00 Sail through the Sir Francis Drake Channel. White Bay/Jost van Dyke 11.00 18.00 21 Feb. Gustavia/St Barthélemy 13.3024.00 22 Feb. At sea 23 Feb. Terre-de-Haut/Îles des Saintes 08.00 13.30 24 Feb. Soufrière/St Lucia 14.00 19.00 Excursion to the botanical gardens and the volcanic sulphur springs.* 08.00 13.30 25 Feb. Port Elizabeth/Bequia Excursion to a turtle sanctuary.* 26 Feb. Bridgetown/Barbados 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. The magnificent Pitons of St Lucia Gros and Petit Piton, the two famous volcanic plugs that tower over St Lucia, could have come straight out of a tropical storybook. They are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offer a spectacular panorama as the Sea Cloud sails closely alongside their slopes. See insert for cruise-only rates! 53 Sea Cloud – Cruises Atlantic Ocean Caribbean Sea St Lucia Barbados Union Island Bequia Grenada Atlantic Ocean Tobago Venezuela Colourful rainforest, rousing rhythms and the scent of nutmeg and vanilla: Barbados – Barbados Tobago: an island paradise The small fishing village of Charlotteville is situated in Tobago’s idyllic Man-O-War Bay and can only be reached by land via a steep road which cuts through the rainforest. With the ship anchored in the town’s picturesque bay, you will have plenty of time to discover the island’s diverse birdlife or to plunge into the emerald-green waters. A delight for all the senses: Grenada, the island of spice There is a reason why nutmeg is immortalised on this country’s national flag. Since colonial times nutmeg – along with cloves, cinnamon and ginger – has been one of the island’s most important exports. If the aromatic fragrance of the tropics were to have a name, it would have to be “Grenada”. Sea Cloud 7 nights 19 Mar. to 26 Mar. 2015 SC-1509 19 Mar. Bridgetown/Barbados 22.00 Guests arrive individually in Barbados. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 20 Mar. At sea 21 Mar. Man-O-War Bay/Tobago 06.00 13.30 Excursion to the Argyle waterfall.* 22 Mar. St George’s/Grenada 13.30 24.00 Island trip with a “rum and nutmeg” theme.* 23 Mar. Chatham Bay/Union Island 08.00 16.00 Snorkelling and swimming excursion to the Tobago Cays.* 24 Mar. Soufrière/St Lucia 08.0013.30 Excursion to the botanical gardens and the volcanic sulphur springs.* 08.00 13.30 25 Mar. Port Elizabeth/Bequia Excursion to a turtle sanctuary.* 26 Mar. Bridgetown/Barbados 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! Snorkellers’ paradise in the Tobago Cays A unique feature of the Tobago Cays is its unspoilt coral reef, known as the “Horseshoe Reef” due to its shape. It keeps the Atlantic swells at bay and is the perfect place for snorkelling. Once back on dry land, you will be treated to a beach barbecue with culinary specialities. Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. Experience the Caribbean joie de vivre with string and steel bands Be it salsa, merengue, soca, calypso or steel pan rhythms, all of these very different music styles have one thing in common – they all capture the heart and soul of the Caribbean. This music is sure to put a smile on your face and get everyone tapping their feet. See insert for cruise-only rates! 54 at anchor Virgin Gorda Atlantic Ocean St Barthélemy Îles des Saintes Dominica Caribbean Sea St Lucia Barbados Bequia Tropical paradises, dreamy beaches and the haunts of the rich and beautiful: Barbados – Barbados Stunning islands: St Lucia and Dominica Although St Lucia is not considered a saint by everyone, the island is certainly the true queen of this idyllic realm. Even from a distance, its twin volcanic peaks, the Pitons, proffer a regal greeting to the approaching Sea C loud . And once we have docked, the island welcomes us with its lush tropical scenery. Dominica, unofficially dubbed “Nature Island”, is proud of its unspoilt scenery. One of its national parks is even a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sailors’ favourite haunts Small, elegant yacht clubs, picturesque anchorages, a selection of glorious beaches and quaint little beach bars where you can meet to discuss all manner of sailing adventures or simply while away the hours under a palm tree – all this and much more is on offer at the popular sailor hang-outs of Bequia, Virgin Gorda and Jost van Dyke. The jet set island of St Barts When the banker David Rockefeller came to this island in the 1960s, he realised one thing: that this is a great place to live. Since then, the small Antilles island of St Barthélemy has received an increasing number of celebrity guests and has now become a getaway for the rich and famous. Many Hollywood stars love to come here for a holiday retreat and enjoy taking a stroll along the quaint streets of Gustavia. Sea Cloud 11 nights 26 Mar. to 06 Apr. 2015 SC-1510 26 Mar. Bridgetown/Barbados 22.00 Guests arrive individually in Barbados. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 27 Mar. Port Elizabeth/Bequia 17.00 28 Mar. Port Elizabeth/Bequia 13.00 Excursion to a turtle sanctuary.* 29 Mar. Cabrits/Dominica 14.00 19.00 Walk in the national park or Creole cookery course.* 30 Mar. At sea 31 Mar. Gustavia/St Barthélemy 08.0019.00 01 Apr. North Sound/Virgin Gorda 13.30 18.00 Sail through the Sir Francis Drake Channel. Great Harbour/Jost van Dyke 22.00 02 Apr. Great Harbour/Jost van Dyke08.00 White Bay/Jost van Dyke 09.00 17.00 03 Apr. At sea 04 Apr. Terre-de-Haut/Îles des Saintes 08.00 14.00 05 Apr. Soufrière/St Lucia 08.00 13.30 Excursion to the botanical gardens and the volcanic sulphur springs.* 06 Apr. Bridgetown/Barbados 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. French flair on the Îles des Saintes This small archipelago, which earned its place in history as the Gibraltar of the Caribbean, has been a great source of contention over the years. It finally became French territory in 1816. Nowadays, the only remnant of these troubled times is an old fort. Life here is peaceful and spiced with a touch of savoir-vivre. Take a stroll through the small town on the island of Terre-de-Haut with its shops and cafés. See insert for cruise-only rates! 55 Sea Cloud – Cruises Jost van Dyke 56 Valencia Lisbon Jerez de la Frontera Mallorca Ibiza Mediterranean Sea Málaga Cádiz Atlantic Ocean Algeria Morocco S Special offer Let the spring winds take you to the atmospheric port towns of Andalusia and the Balearic Islands: Lisbon – Palma de Mallorca An enchanted farewell to Lisbon You will be treated to unique panoramic views of the Tagus as the Sea Cloud pulls out of Lisbon. The epic Monument to the Discoveries is dedicated to Henry the Navigator. The Torre de Belém, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrates the country’s glory during its time as a colonial power. The gentle pace of life in Cádiz History comes alive in the city of Cádiz. One of Europe’s oldest cities, this charming harbour town boasts a beautiful cathedral and baroque buildings, a tranquil old town and defiant watch towers. The town centre, with its delightful tapas bars, can be easily explored on foot from the harbour. And there is no shortage of good wine, as Jerez de la Frontera, with its sherry and wine cellars, is close by. Sea Cloud 7 nights 19 Apr. to 26 Apr. 2015 SC-1512 19 Apr. Lisbon/Portugal 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Lisbon. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 20 Apr. At sea 08.00 13.30 21 Apr. Cádiz/Spain Cádiz and Jerez de la Frontera with sherry tasting.* 08.00 13.30 22 Apr. Málaga/Spain City walking tour of Málaga including visit to the flamenco museum.* 23 Apr. At sea 24 Apr. Valencia/Spain 13.30 19.00 Valencia: past and present.* 25 Apr. Ibiza/Spain 14.00 23.00 Island tour and trip to Ibiza Town.* 08.00 26 Apr. Palma de Mallorca/Spain Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. A fascinating mix in Valencia Many bygone eras have left their mark on Valencia, but this historical legacy is juxtaposed with an impressive mixture of magnificent modern buildings. It is this vast spectrum that gives the city its unique appeal. The offbeat design of the opera house appears futuristic, with the building situated in an expansive museum and park district that stretches from the city centre all the way to the coast. A number of beautiful beaches are also located within the city. A lecturer accompanies the trip Exciting topics, background information and fascinating facts – our expert offers talks on a whole range of subjects from his specialist field. Combination: Combine trips SC-1512 and SC-15131 (page 58), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 57 Sea Cloud – Cruises Spain Portugal italy France Nice Calvi Corsica Spain Mediterranean Sea Alghero Mallorca Menorca Sardinia Medieval alleyways and elegant promenades on some of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful islands: Palma de Mallorca – Nice A break from the daily grind With the wind as its guide, the Sea Cloud sets its course for relaxation. For four days the tall ship will be your home on the sea. Whether you are relaxing in one of our stylish cabins, on the promenade deck or in the lounge, the charm of this elegant windjammer will immediately capture your heart, taking your imagination to new horizons. As soon as we cast off, you will feel the stresses and strains of everyday life disappear – no other short break could be this enjoyable. Alghero’s old town Sea Cloud 4 nights 26 Apr. to 30 Apr. 2015 SC-15131 26 Apr. Palma de Mallorca/Spain 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Palma de Mallorca. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 27 Apr. At sea 08.00 13.00 28 Apr. Alghero/Sardinia A taste of Sardinia and Sardinian culinary specialities.* 29 Apr. Calvi/Corsica 08.00 13.30 Excursion to the Balagne villages.* 30 Apr. Nice/France 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. at anchor Strong fortification walls surround the picturesque old town of Alghero. Magnificent city palaces, numerous churches and winding alleyways allow you to step back into a medieval period steeped in Catalan-Gothic architecture. It is no wonder, as this city has Spanish roots and has been given the charming epithet of “Little Barcelona”. Many beautiful shops, small bars and delightful restaurants are perfect for exploring and whiling away the day. Calvi: the charming capital of Balagne Calvi, Corsica’s fourth largest town, lies nestled in the lush, green hills of Balagne. The settlement is overlooked by an impressive citadel and drawbridge which stand proud upon a soaring promontory. Admire the shimmering beauty of the yachts moored in the harbour during a gentle stroll along the Quay Landry or make a brief stop in one of the town’s many street cafés and restaurants. Combination: Combine trips SC-15131 and SC-1512 (page 57) or SC-15132 (page 59), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 58 italy France Sea Cloud – Cruises Nice Aix-en-Provence St Tropez Sanary-sur-Mer Hyères Mediterranean Sea A taste of spring with four days on the French Riviera: Nice – Nice Laissez-faire along the Côte d’Azur With its clear, blue skies, palm-fringed boulevards and gentle sea breeze, the Côte d’Azur is a place of almost irresistible relaxation. The easygoing joie de vivre of the French Riviera attracts both jet-setters and the bohemian crowd, so there is always plenty to catch your eye. Take a stroll, indulge in a spot of shopping and relax with a cup of café au lait – that is how it is done along the Côte d’Azur. Insider tip: charming Hyères St Tropez, Nice and Cannes may be close by, but Hyères is a world away from the celebrity glitz and glamour of its neighbours. This picture-perfect coastal spot, which became a popular holiday destination amongst the British upper classes in the 18th century, has lost none of its authentic charm. Place Saint Paul offers stunning views of the town’s rooftops and numerous gardens. Sea Cloud 4 nights 30 Apr. to 04 May 2015 SC-15132 30 Apr. Nice/France 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Nice. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 01 May Hyères/France 13.30 24.00 Excursion to Bormes-les-Mimosas.* 02 May Sanary-sur-Mer/France 08.00 15.00 Excursion to the province’s historical capital: Aix-enProvence.* 13.30 24.00 03 May St Tropez/France 04 May Nice/France 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. at anchor Provincial living in Aix Its successful blend of baroque elegance and a lively student scene is one of the reasons why Aix ranks amongst France’s top five of the most popular places to live. Stroll under the old plane trees of the famous Cours Mirabeau for a taste of this provincial capital’s history; its main boulevard is lined with small bistros and antique shops, elegant residences, fountains and boutiques. Combination: Combine trips SC-15132 and SC-15131 (page 58), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 59 Civitavecchia Corsica Rome italy Adriatic Sea Capri Amalfi Sardinia Mediterranean Sea Naxos Sicily ng Saili Sailing Tunisia Gozo Malta A sailing trip to the colourful coastal regions of southern Italy and Sicily: Civitavecchia (Rome) – Malta The picturesque Amalfi Coast Sailing Violet bougainvillea gracing pastel-pink facades, houses perched upon cliffs like swallows’ nests, perron stairs with views out over the turquoise sea – sometimes the Amalfi Coast almost seems too good to be true. But this region’s colourful fishing village charm is definitely real, and in 1997 UNESCO declared the coast a World Heritage Site. Sailing A stunning town with volcanic views: Taormina Sailing Its list of admirers includes Goethe, Oscar Wilde and Liz Taylor. It seems the unique charm of Taormina in the north east of Sicily has always attracted famous summer visitors. One site that is particularly worth seeing is the town’s Roman amphitheatre built in the 2nd century BC: From the “Teatro Greco” you can enjoy a heavenly panoramic view of Mount Etna and the Giardini Naxos Bay. Sea Cloud 7 nights 11 May to 18 May 2015 SC-1515 11 May Civitavecchia (Rome)/Italy 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Civitavecchia. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 12 May At sea 13 May Capri/Italy 08.00 13.00 Amalfi/Italy 16.00 14 May Amalfi/Italy 05.00 15 May Naxos (Taormina)/Sicily 15.00 16 May Naxos (Taormina)/Sicily 13.00 Excursion to Mount Etna: journey to 2,900 m in cable car and 4x4 vehicle.* 14.00 24.00 17 May Gozo/Malta Island tour.* 18 May La Valletta/Malta 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. at anchor Malta’s beautiful little sister: Gozo Sailing The inhabitants of Gozo are visibly proud of their island, and it is not hard to see why: It may be seen as Malta’s little sister, but it trumps the larger island with its greener, quieter and more romantic setting. In fact, you will not find even a trace of mass tourism here. Instead you will be greeted by rugged landscapes, historical temples and the “Azure Window”, one of the most beautiful rock arches in the Mediterranean. Sailing A lecturer accompanies the trip Exciting topics, background information and fascinating facts – our expert offers talks on a whole range of subjects from his specialist field. Combination: Combine trips SC-1515 and SC-1516 (page 61), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 60 italy Ithaca Sicily Syracuse Athens Piraeus Nauplion Pylos Monemvasia Malta Crete Mediterranean Sea Tales of Greek history and legends – sail the seas of Odysseus: Malta – Piraeus (Athens) Baroque splendour in Val di Noto Magnificent facades, grand churches, splendid palaces and impressive gates: In Val di Noto one baroque masterpiece follows the next. An earthquake shook the region in 1693, and the architects charged with rebuilding used the opportunity to adorn the area with baroque beauty. A total of eight towns were rebuilt, and in 2002 they were collectively added to the UNESCO World Heritage Site list. Experience Greek legends beneath white sails Heroes of Greek mythology are no strangers to danger: Odysseus defied devastating storms, took on the Cyclops Polyphemus and encountered cannibals and sirens. He sailed the seas for ten years before finally finding his way back to his homeland of Ithaca. The Sea Cloud will reach this destination after just one day at sea – before it heads off for the next adventure. Sea Cloud 7 nights 18 May to 25 May 2015 SC-1516 18 May La Valletta/Malta 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Malta. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 19 May Syracuse/Sicily 13.00 24.00 UNESCO World Heritage Site Val di Noto and Ragusa Ibla or Ortigia.* 20 May At sea 21 May Vathi/Ithaca 13.30 18.00 Island tour with trip to the Cave of Nymphs.* 22 May Pylos/Peloponnese 13.30 18.00 Excursion to Messene.* 23 May Monemvasia/Peloponnese 14.0024.00 08.00 14.00 24 May Nauplion/Peloponnese Excursion to Mycenae and to the Fortress of Palamidi.* 25 May Piraeus (Athens)/Greece 07.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. at anchor Ancient Mycenae Mycenae is a town steeped in history and legend. When Heinrich Schliemann began excavating an acropolis site here in 1876, he discovered 13 kilos of golden treasure, including Agamemnon’s alleged death mask. The monumental Lion Gate, the Cyclopean masonry and the Treasury of Atreus are what make Mycenae one of the most important archaeological sites in modern-day Greece. A lecturer accompanies the trip Exciting topics, background information and fascinating facts – our expert offers talks on a whole range of subjects from his specialist field. Combination: Combine trips SC-1516 and SC-1515 (page 60), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 61 Sea Cloud – Cruises Aegean Greece Istanbul Greece Dardanelles Aegean Turkey Ephesus Athens Piraeus Nauplion Pergamon Dikili Kusadasi Syros Patmos Sail historical routes to the famous ancient towns and picturesque harbours of the Aegean: Piraeus (Athens) – Istanbul Three significant excavation sites It is almost like walking through an outdoor museum. Whether you are in Mycenae admiring its Lion Gate and Cyclopean masonry, or standing between the impressive white pillars of the Trajan temple in Pergamon, one thing is for sure: History comes to life in the Aegean. The town of Ephesus also offers a vivid insight into how life was in ancient times. The theatre, luxurious bath complexes and Library of Celsus stand as a testament to the prosperity that this town enjoyed for a thousand years. The Jerusalem of the Aegean: Patmos The idyllic island of Patmos is believed to be the place where John the Evangelist wrote the Book of Revelation. The grotto where he is said to have had his apocalyptic visions is one of the holiest sites for followers of the Greek Orthodox Church. The monastery built in his name has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sea Cloud 7 nights 12 July to 19 July 2015 SC-1524 12 July Piraeus (Athens)/Greece 17.00 Guests arrive individually in Piraeus. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 13 July Nauplion/Peloponnese 13.30 20.00 Excursion to Mycenae and to the Fortress of Palamidi.* 14 July Syros/Cyclades 13.30 18.00 15 July Patmos/Dodecanese 08.00 13.00 Excursion to the Monastery of St John.* 16 July Kusadasi/Turkey 08.00 13.30 Excursion to Ephesus.* 08.00 13.30 17 July Dikili/Turkey Ancient Pergamon.* 18 July At sea 19 July Istanbul/Turkey 07.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. The charming capital of the Cyclades Ermoupolis, capital of the island of Syros and the entire Cyclades, was built on two hills and is a unique architectural accomplishment. A great number of monumental neo-classical buildings create the impression of a sophisticated city. As you ascend, you will witness the opulence and vastness of this construction give way to a maze of narrow passages, creating a more medieval atmosphere. But wherever you are in this city, you will see that the cafés and taverns are filled with Greeks alone and the hordes of tourists are nowhere to be seen. A lecturer accompanies the trip A lecturer will accompany this trip to deliver interesting and informative talks on a range of specialist subjects. Combination: Combine trips SC-1524 and SC-1525 (page 63), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 62 Kavala Istanbul Athos Skopelos Greece Sea Cloud – Cruises Thessaloniki Dardanelles Turkey Aegean Athens Piraeus Mykonos Greek islands and cultural centres combining the ancient world and modern spirits: Istanbul – Piraeus (Athens) Philippi: an ancient city A walk through Philippi is a walk through the ages. Originally a Thracian settlement, the city was conquered around 355 BC by Philip of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great, before it fell under Roman rule roughly 200 years later. It was here in around 50 AD that the Apostle Paul set up the first Christian congregation in Europe. The site’s well-maintained amphitheatre still hosts plenty of performances and events. Authentic Greece: the Sporades Rebetiko music exuding from a tavern, craggy cliffs lining fine sandy beaches, chalk-white chapels gleaming under a deep-blue sky – does this Greek idyll actually exist? It certainly does on the Sporades! It is almost like a pictureperfect paradise, particularly on the island of Skopelos. Discover its narrow streets and small squares on a trip ashore. Sea Cloud 7 nights 19 July to 26 July 2015 SC-1525 19 July Istanbul/Turkey 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Istanbul. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 20 July At sea 21 July Kavala/Greece 07.00 13.00 Excursion to the ancient city and to the Philippi Fortress.* In the evening: sail alongside the Monastic Republic of Mount Athos. 16.00 22 July Thessaloniki/Greece 23 July Thessaloniki/Greece 13.00 City tour through the ages.* 08.00 13.00 24 July Skopelos/Sporades 25 July Mykonos/Cyclades 08.00 13.30 26 July Piraeus (Athens)/Greece 07.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. at anchor Cultural highlights in Thessaloniki Many tourists just see Thessaloniki as a stopover on their way to Greece’s main holiday destinations. But Greece’s second largest city has plenty to offer. Alongside the White Tower (the city’s most famous landmark) and notable early Christian and Byzantine churches, Thessaloniki is also home to a multitude of interesting art and cultural establishments, such as the Archaeological Museum, the Ethnological Museum and the Museum for Contemporary Art. A lecturer accompanies the trip Exciting topics, background information and fascinating facts – our expert offers talks on a whole range of subjects from his specialist field. Combination: Combine trips SC-1525 and SC-1524 (page 62) or SC-1526 (page 64), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 63 Venice Rovinj italy Croatia Dubrovnik Adriatic Sea Lecce Otranto Mediterranean Sea Sicily Greece Aegean Ithaca Athens Piraeus Hydra Legendary gems on a journey to the Peloponnese and through the Adriatic: Piraeus (Athens) – Venice Ithaca: Odysseus’ mythical homeland It took Odysseus years of sailing before he finally returned to his homeland Ithaca. Along the way he had outwitted giants, withstood the Sirens’ call and fought sea monsters – suffice it to say he was in need of a rest, and Ithaca, with its unspoilt landscape and quiet way of life, instantly offered the perfect haven. It still does. Ithaca is considered an insider tip amongst the rich and famous: For those who are looking to spend their honeymoon far away from the glare of the paparazzi and fellow tourists, this place is ideal. The Florence of the South: Lecce Lecce, situated on the heel of the Italian boot in the ruggedly romantic Apulia region, is considered one of the most beautiful towns in southern Italy. Thanks to a special form of tuff stone, the site became a splendid baroque town in the late medieval period with its richly decorated facades gleaming in white and gold. In the port town of Otranto there is no better way to see out the day than with a stroll through the lively old town or along the beach promenade. Sea Cloud 9 nights 26 July to 04 Aug. 2015 SC-1526 26 July Piraeus (Athens)/Greece 17.00 Guests arrive individually in Piraeus. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. In the evening: sail past Cape Sounion. 08.00 13.00 27 July Hydra/Greece 28 July At sea 29 July Vathi/Ithaca 14.00 18.00 Island tour in the footsteps of Odysseus.* 30 July Otranto/Italy 16.00 31 July Otranto/Italy 13.30 Excursion to the baroque city of Lecce.* 01 Aug. Dubrovnik/Croatia 16.00 24.00 Walk through the old town.* 02 Aug. At sea 14.00 23.00 03 Aug. Rovinj/Croatia Excursion to the Istrian countryside and tasting of regional specialities.* 08.00 04 Aug. Venice/Italy Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. at anchor Culinary Istria Even in ancient times, Istrian olives were famed for their special flavour. Nowadays, the region’s multi-award winning olive oil is prized by connoisseurs. Also much sought after among gourmets is the “white gold”, otherwise known as the white truffle. On a culinary excursion you will experience many of the region’s specialities. A lecturer accompanies the trip A lecturer will accompany this trip to deliver interesting and informative talks on a range of specialist subjects. Combination: Combine trips SC-1526 and SC-1525 (page 63), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 64 italy Trieste Venice Croatia Rovinj Rab Adriatic Sea A short cruise from the world famous lagoon city to the fascinating towns of the Adriatic: Venice – Venice An enchanted farewell to Venice No other farewell is as romantic and melancholic as the route taken by the Sea Cloud as it leaves this lagoonbased city. Our tall ship slowly sails past all of Venice’s famous buildings and offers a panoramic view of the magnificent St Mark’s Square, the Campanile, the Bridge of Sighs and the Doge’s Palace. A short break from everyday life You do not need to take a three-week holiday to get away from it all and clear your mind: On the Sea Cloud you will experience relaxation from the moment you step on board. The everyday grind will feel a million miles away on our sun deck, and the vast expanse of sea will rejuvenate your spirit – all while your smartphone takes a break of its own in the cosy cabin below. Sea Cloud 4 nights 04 Aug. to 08 Aug. 2015 SC-1527 04 Aug. Venice/Italy 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Venice. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 05 Aug. Rab/Croatia 14.00 19.00 City tour.* 06 Aug. Rovinj/Croatia 13.30 23.00 Excursion to the Istrian countryside and tasting of regional specialities.* 08.00 13.30 07 Aug. Trieste/Italy City tour including visit to Miramare Castle.* 08 Aug. Venice/Italy 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. at anchor Trieste – a port town with unmistakable charm The harbour is the beating heart of Trieste. Even in Roman times, this Italian city on the Slovenian border was considered an important maritime town. Its rapid rise began with the Holy Roman Emperor Charles VI’s decision to proclaim the city as a Free Port. Trieste went on to become the largest centre for trade in the Adriatic. Today the white Miramare Castle still stands as a testament to the splendour of the Danube Monarchy. See insert for cruise-only rates! 65 Sea Cloud – Cruises Slovenia Trieste Venice Rovinj Croatia Krka Sibenik Adriatic Sea Trogir Italy Hvar Korcula Famous sites and undiscovered treasures on both sides of the Adriatic: Venice – Venice Culinary Istria Even in ancient times, Istria’s wine and olives were reputed to be among the best, and today their olive oils are still considered some of the world’s finest. Those who have tried the Malvasier wine praise its aromatic freshness. And food connoisseurs can look forward to tasting a real delicacy in the form of white truffles. The Krka waterfalls Mother Nature has carved out an extraordinary and wildly romantic water scene in the Krka National Park: Pools of foam emerge as the emerald green waters of the Krka River rush over the cliff edges of the park’s eight waterfalls. Paved hiking trails take you through this stunning wood and park landscape. An ancient multicultural city: Trieste Trieste’s colourful history is reflected in its cuisine: From palatschinke to souvlaki, prosciutto to baccalà mantecato, the town has been shaped by the culinary influences of Austria, Istria and Greece. Trieste has long been considered a cultural melting pot; once a key port on the Slovenian border, it used to attract merchants from all over the world. Sea Cloud 7 nights 08 Aug. to 15 Aug. 2015SC-1528 05 Oct. to 12 Oct. 2015SC-1535 1st day Venice/Italy 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Venice. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 2nd day At sea 3rd day Sibenik/Croatia 06.00 13.30 Krka waterfalls.* 08.00 12.30 4th day Korcula/Croatia City walking tour.* Hvar/Croatia 18.00 24.00 5th day Trogir/Croatia 08.00 13.00 City walking tour.* 6th day Rovinj/Croatia 14.00 23.00 Excursion to the Istrian countryside and tasting of regional specialities.* 08.00 13.30 7th day Trieste/Italy City tour including visit to Miramare Castle.* 8th day Venice/Italy 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. Undiscovered Croatia With its perfect mix of magnificent bays, romantic architecture and wild nature, Croatia is definitely in vogue amongst holidaymakers. Hvar, Trogir and Sibenik are slightly outside of the usual routes taken by large cruise ships and attract smaller yachts. In the area’s picturesque coastal towns you can take a relaxed stroll through the old town centres and admire the mix of Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and baroque architecture. See insert for cruise-only rates! 66 at anchor Rovinj Italy Croatia Adriatic Sea Dubrovnik Lecce Otranto Greece Mediterranean Sea Aegean Ithaca Athens Piraeus Sicily Ancient myths, baroque architecture and red tiled roofs – the diverse ports of the Adriatic: Piraeus (Athens) – Venice Ithaca: Odysseus’ mythical homeland It took Odysseus years of sailing before he finally returned to his homeland Ithaca. Along the way he had outwitted giants, withstood the Sirens’ call and fought sea monsters – suffice it to say he was in need of a rest, and Ithaca, with its unspoilt landscape and quiet way of life, instantly offered the perfect haven. It still does. Ithaca is considered an insider tip amongst the rich and famous: For those who are looking to spend their honeymoon far away from the glare of the paparazzi and fellow tourists, this place is ideal. The Florence of the South: Lecce Lecce, situated on the heel of the Italian boot in the ruggedly romantic Apulia region, is considered one of the most beautiful towns in southern Italy. Thanks to a special form of tuff stone, the site became a splendid baroque town with its richly decorated facades gleaming in white and gold. In the port town of Otranto there is no better way to see out the day than with a stroll through the lively old town or along the beach promenade. Sea Cloud 8 nights 27 Sep. to 05 Oct. 2015 SC-1534 27 Sep. Piraeus (Athens)/Greece 17.00 Guests arrive individually in Piraeus. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 28 Sep. At sea 29 Sep. Vathi/Ithaca 13.00 18.00 Island tour in the footsteps of Odysseus.* 30 Sep. Otranto/Italy 16.00 01 Oct. Otranto/Italy 13.30 Excursion to the baroque city of Lecce.* 02 Oct. Dubrovnik/Croatia 16.00 24.00 Walk through the old town.* 03 Oct. At sea 04 Oct. Rovinj/Croatia 14.00 23.00 Excursion to the Istrian countryside and tasting of regional specialities.* 08.00 05 Oct. Venice/Italy Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. at anchor Culinary Istria Even in ancient times, Istrian olives were famed for their special flavour. Nowadays, the region’s multi-award winning olive oil is prized by connoisseurs. Also much sought after among gourmets is the “white gold”, otherwise known as the white truffle. On a culinary excursion you will experience many of the region’s specialities. A lecturer accompanies the trip A lecturer will accompany this trip to deliver interesting and informative talks on a range of specialist subjects. See insert for cruise-only rates! 67 Sea Cloud – Cruises Venice Croatia Venice Split Italy Adriatic Sea Corsica Sardinia Dubrovnik Otranto Mediterranean Sea Sicily ng Saili Sailing Malta A sailing cruise in the Adriatic – crystal clear sea, picturesque bays and a true windjammer experience: Venice – Malta Sail wherever the wind takes you Sailing On this trip our legendary tall ship will show you exactly what it was born to do, with nothing but the wind determining its course and the captain obeying its orders. Just how many knots can the Sea Cloud get up to? At how many ports will it call? You will find the answers on each hour and each one of the seven days at sea. Just one goal: relaxation Sailing For eight whole days you can enjoy your trip without any organised stops, schedules, or timetables. The freedom you experience beneath the sails knows no bounds; here you will find the perfect place to relax. Time passes slowly as you effortlessly unwind and relaxation takes hold. Sea Cloud 8 nights 12 Oct. to 20 Oct. 2015 SC-1536 12 Oct. Venice/Italy 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Venice. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 13 Oct. Under sails (until 19 Oct.) During this week we may call at destinations such as Split, Dubrovnik or Otranto. 20 Oct. La Valletta/Malta 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. This trip focuses mainly on the sailing aspect of the journey and therefore does not include a fixed route. Stops are arranged according to wind and weather conditions. Time for unique shore excursions Sailing Although the most important part of a sailing cruise is the experience on board a windjammer, some interesting destinations also await you on land. The Adriatic has an abundance of attractive port towns and charming cities with a diverse history. Their historic centres with small shops and cafés are best explored during a relaxing walk. A lecturer accompanies the trip Sailing Exciting topics, background information and fascinating facts – our expert offers talks on a whole range of subjects from his specialist field. Sailing Combination: Combine trips SC-1536 and SC-1537 (page 69), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 68 Italy Spain Barcelona Adriatic Sea Corsica Sardinia Menorca Cagliari Trapani Palermo Mediterranean Sea Sicily Naxos Malta Algeria Tunisia Impressive culture and enchanting landscapes on Sicily, Sardinia and the Balearic Islands: Malta – Barcelona Sicily’s many faces The largest of the Mediterranean islands is a fabulously diverse microcosm in its own right with its rich cultural history, which dates back 3,000 years with memorials marking each era, with Europe’s highest and most active volcano, Mount Etna, and with towns and villages featuring a character and flair all of their own. Bathed in gold: the Cappella Palatina and its mosaics At the highest point of the medieval town centre in Palermo lies a castle whose roots can be traced back to the Normans. From the outside this building seems imposing and spellbinding, but its interior charm is truly breathtaking – especially the “Cappella Palatina” and its design with Arab, Byzantine and Norman influences. Stained glass and gold mosaics on the walls, a wooden ceiling richly adorned with Arab ornaments, and an artistic marble floor are what give this former Palazzo Reale Chapel Royal its dream-like fairy-tale atmosphere. Sea Cloud 8 nights 20 Oct. to 28 Oct. 2015 SC-1537 20 Oct. La Valletta/Malta 17.00 Guests arrive individually in Malta. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 21 Oct. Naxos (Taormina)/Sicily 13.30 19.00 Excursion to Mount Etna: journey to 2,900 m in cable car and 4x4 vehicle.* 14.00 22.00 22 Oct. Palermo/Sicily City tour including visit to the cathedral and the Cappella Palatina.* 23 Oct. Trapani/Sicily 08.00 13.30 Excursion to Erice.* 24 Oct. At sea 25 Oct. Cagliari/Sardinia 08.00 13.30 City tour of Cagliari and trip to a vineyard.* 26 Oct. At sea 27 Oct. Mahón/Menorca 08.00 13.30 Island tour and walk through Ciutadella.* 28 Oct. Barcelona/Spain 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. at anchor Menorca – the pristine Balearic island From the rugged mountain region of Tramuntana in the north of the island, with its steep coastal areas, to gentle rolling hills and vast sandy beaches in the south – Menorca’s natural beauty has many faces. If you like the romantic setting of ancient narrow passageways, you will find just what you are looking for in Ciutadella, the island’s former capital. A lecturer accompanies the trip A lecturer will accompany this trip to deliver interesting and informative talks on a range of specialist subjects. Combination: Combine trips SC-1537 and SC-1536 (page 68), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 69 Sea Cloud – Cruises France Spain Málaga Atlantic Ocean Rabat Casablanca Morocco Marrakesh Agadir Taroudant Lanzarote Fuerteventura Gran Canaria Algeria S Special offer The sultans’ palaces, the magic of oriental markets, the beautiful Canary Islands and the expansiveness of the Atlantic: Málaga – Las Palmas The imperial city of Rabat Rabat, the capital of Morocco, is one of the country’s four imperial cities. Rabat’s iconic landmark, the Hassan Tower, was built when the city was capital of the Sultanate. The tower is now located within one of the city’s upmarket residential areas. With its various districts, this is a city of many faces. The traditional souk with its surrounding wall can still be found in the old town, and the Ville Nouvelle offers up magnificent roads and Art Deco buildings. Magical Marrakesh Snake charmers and fortune tellers, jugglers and spice traders – the Djamaa el-Fna market place is the hotspot for everything that makes Marrakesh a living fairytale. The red facades lining the maze of oriental streets conceal magnificent mosques, cool courtyards and luxurious gardens. One hallmark of the people here is their warm hospitality, which often finds expression in a cup of sweet tea. Sea Cloud 9 nights 04 Nov. to 13 Nov. 2015 SC-1539 04 Nov. Málaga/Spain 19.00 Guests arrive individually in Málaga. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 05 Nov. At sea 06 Nov. Casablanca/Morocco 08.00 18.00 Full-day excursion to Rabat with a visit to the Royal Palace and the Mausoleum.* 07 Nov. At sea 08 Nov. Agadir/Morocco 08.00 24.00 Excursion to Taroudant or Marrakesh.* 09 Nov. At sea 10 Nov. Arrecife/Lanzarote 14.00 César Manriques Lanzarote.* 11 Nov. Arrecife/Lanzarote 07.00 Puerto del Rosario/Fuerteventura 14.00 24.00 12 Nov. Las Palmas/Gran Canaria 18.00 13 Nov. Las Palmas/Gran Canaria Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. The perfect mix of culture, sailing, and relaxation If you want to combine the magic of Arab architecture with the enjoyment of relaxing out at sea, and you love breathtaking scenery as much as the joy of sailing, this trip has the ideal mix for you. Take the time to make the most of each of the activities on this perfectly balanced itinerary. A lecturer accompanies the trip A lecturer will accompany you on this trip, delivering interesting and informative talks on a range of specialist subjects. See insert for cruise-only rates! 70 Tenerife Las Palmas La Gomera Gran Canaria El Hierro Atlantic Ocean Sea Cloud – Cruises La Palma Together with the Sea Cloud ii around the Canary Islands: Las Palmas – Las Palmas The white sails take centre stage Each day the Sea Cloud leaves its anchorage and delivers a spectacle like no other: The crew comes onto the deck, the orders ring out, and the tall ship’s sails are hoisted. For hours on end the only master is the wind and the elements. Let your imagination take flight, as the Sea Cloud will not reach another port until afternoon. The authenticity of the Canaries Unlike their more famous neighbours in the east of the archipelago, the islands of El Hierro, La Gomera and La Palma have always been better suited for individual travellers. This is where you can enjoy nature at its very best: These volcanic islands impress with their unique flora and fauna and boast rugged rocky landscapes, evergreen cloud forests, metre-high ferns and bizarre-looking dragon trees. Sea Cloud Sailing 6 nights 22 Nov. to 28 Nov. 2015 SC-1541 22 Nov. Las Palmas/Gran Canaria 24.00 Guests arrive individually in Las Palmas. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 23 Nov. Santa Cruz/La Palma 18.00 24 Nov. Santa Cruz/La Palma 13.00 Caldera de Taburiente National Park.* 25 Nov. Meet up with the Sea Cloud ii and both ships sail together towards La Gomera. San Sebastián/La Gomera 16.30 Opportunity to visit the Sea Cloud ii. 26 Nov. San Sebastián/La Gomera 06.00 Puerto de la Estaca/El Hierro 14.00 Island tour.* 27 Nov. Puerto de la Estaca/El Hierro 08.00 28 Nov. Las Palmas/Gran Canaria 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Sailing The younger sister of the Sea Cloud, the Sea Cloud ii, joins us out at sea. Both ships sail together through the islands of the Canaries, making for a truly magnificent sight! The Sea Cloud ii even invites you aboard for a visit in the port of San Sebastián de La Gomera. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. Sailing Two tall ships, one course Sailing A lecturer accompanies the trip Our expert is on hand to give you talks on a wide variety of specialist subjects, packed with interesting information, entertainment and facts. He is also on board to answer any questions you may have. Sailing Saili ng Sailing S Special offer See insert for cruise-only rates! 71 Gran Canaria Atlantic Ocean Barbados ng Saili Sailing S Special offer 16 days on a wind-set course – the Atlantic crossing: Las Palmas – Barbados Pure sailing adventure Sailing Sailing For two whole weeks, the expansive ocean will be the Sea Cloud’s home. Water currents and trade winds are all that propel the Sea Cloud forwards. Our welldrilled crew work seamlessly together as the white sails billow majestically in the breeze. On a Transatlantic cruise you will certainly experience one of the most authentic sailing adventures. And as we make our way to the New World, the worries of everyday life will vanish as fast as the eastern shore. Sea Cloud 16 nights 28 Nov. to 14 Dec. 2015 SC-1542 28 Nov. Las Palmas/Gran Canaria 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Las Palmas. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 29 Nov. At sea (until 13 Dec.) 08.00 14 Dec. Bridgetown/Barbados Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! Follow the course of Columbus Sailing More than 500 years after Columbus, it is not just windjammer enthusiasts who will be awestruck by this reenactment of his famous voyage. As the Sea Cloud follows the legendary shipping route from the Canaries to the West Indies, it brings the magic of those great adventures to life. All the voyagers on board will be left with unforgettable memories. Discover a haven of tranquillity Sailing As you cruise across the Atlantic, you will for once be able to read your favourite book without distraction or allow your thoughts to roam as you gaze out over the horizon. The attentive crew will intuitively meet your every need and the relaxed atmosphere is the perfect catalyst for a pleasant conversation. A lecturer accompanies the trip Sailing The practice of gathering around a storyteller has provided entertainment for groups of voyagers throughout history. Our lecturer has likewise prepared some exciting talks for our windjammer enthusiasts during their Transatlantic cruise. Our travel tip: Gran Canaria In order to be absolutely sure that your luggage comes with you on the Atlantic crossing, we recommend that you arrive in Las Palmas at least a day in advance: Pre-cruise stay in Las Palmas from 27 Nov. to 28 Nov. 2015. One night bed and breakfast in a first-class hotel, including transfer and island trip. Rates upon request. Minimum number of participants: 10 people Our travel tip: Lesser Antilles Prolong your cruise in the same cabin for an extra seven nights on board from/to Barbados from 14 Dec. to 21 Dec. 2015 at our attractive additional price. See insert for rates. (This offer is only available in combination with the Atlantic crossing of the Sea Cloud; the early booking incentive and other discounts are not available for these rates. Combination: Combine trips SC-1542 and SC-1541 (page 71), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 72 St Lucia Barbados Union Island Bequia Grenada Atlantic Ocean Tobago Venezuela S Special offer Where wildly colourful underwater worlds, rousing Caribbean rhythms and enticing fragrances captivate the senses: Barbados – Barbados Tobago: an island paradise The small fishing village of Charlotteville is situated in Tobago’s idyllic Man-O-War Bay and can only be reached by land via a steep road which cuts through the rainforest. With the ship anchored in the town’s picturesque bay, you will have plenty of time to discover the island’s diverse birdlife or to plunge into the emerald-green waters. A delight for all the senses: Grenada, the island of spice There is a reason why nutmeg is immortalised on this country’s national flag. Since colonial times nutmeg – along with cloves, cinnamon and ginger – has been one of the island’s most important exports. If the aromatic fragrance of the tropics were to have a name, it would have to be “Grenada”. Sea Cloud 7 nights 14 Dec. to 21 Dec. 2015 SC-1543 14 Dec. Bridgetown/Barbados 22.00 Guests arrive individually in Barbados. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 15 Dec. At sea 16 Dec. Man-O-War Bay/Tobago 06.00 13.30 Excursion to the Argyle waterfall.* 17 Dec. St George’s/Grenada 13.30 24.00 Island trip with a “rum and nutmeg” theme.* 18 Dec. Chatham Bay/Union Island 08.00 16.00 Snorkelling and swimming excursion to the Tobago Cays.* 19 Dec. Soufrière/St Lucia 08.0013.30 Excursion to the botanical gardens and the volcanic sulphur springs.* 08.00 13.30 20 Dec. Port Elizabeth/Bequia Excursion to a turtle sanctuary.* 21 Dec. Bridgetown/Barbados 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! Snorkellers’ paradise in the Tobago Cays A unique feature of the Tobago Cays is its unspoilt coral reef, known as the “Horseshoe Reef” due to its shape. It keeps the Atlantic swells at bay and is the perfect place for snorkelling. Once back on dry land, you will be treated to a beach barbecue with culinary specialities. at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. Experience the Caribbean joie de vivre with string and steel bands Be it salsa, merengue, soca, calypso or steel pan rhythms, all of these very different music styles have one thing in common – they all capture the heart and soul of the Caribbean. This music is sure to put a smile on your face and get everyone tapping their feet. See insert See insertfor for Special cruise-only cruise-only rates! rates! 73 Sea Cloud – Cruises Caribbean Sea Wonderful jungles and elegant lifestyle, colourful underwater worlds and aromatic spices. Tobago: an island paradise The small fishing village of Charlotteville is situated in Tobago’s idyllic Man-O-War Bay and can only be reached by land via a steep road which cuts through the rainforest. With the yacht anchored in the town’s picturesque bay, you will have plenty of time to discover the island’s diverse birdlife or to plunge into the emerald-green waters. Grenada – the island of spice Although Grenada has been blessed with around 45 picture-perfect beaches, the country’s real treasure remains its lush, green island interior. Deep volcanic lakes, dense rainforests, waterfalls and small river courses form the primordial backdrop of the island’s sugar cane fields and spice plantations. It is the reason why the scent of cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg hangs in the air wherever you go on Grenada. Snorkellers’ paradise in the Tobago Cays For many, life under water is a fascinating world – one that becomes even more magical the closer you get. The Tobago Cays’ Horseshoe Reef is such a place. This horseshoe-shaped coral reef encloses four small islands that glow in rich shades of green. The sea, in contrast, embraces turquoise, emerald and every shade of blue. The natural beauty spots of St Lucia and Dominica The pitons of St Lucia are world famous and magnificently beautiful. But perhaps even more beautiful is the unique view you have of this stunning natural masterpiece from the Sea Cloud’s anchorage. Dominica is one of the wildest and most primal of the Lesser Antilles. The heart of the island is covered in thick virgin forest, where you will find plunging rivers and small creeks winding their way through the jungle. The jet set island of St Barts Although many like to call it “St Barts” for short, the island’s official name is St Barthélemy. Having passed through several different owners, the land was finally bought by France in 1877 and is now firmly in the hands of the jet set. Elegant Gustavia entices with classy goods and glamour hidden away behind restored facades, and the harbour hosts luxury yachts with famous owners. “The Baths” – imposing granite formations It is sometimes easy to think that this is one of nature’s fairy tales: Once upon a time, there was a giant who played with large stone marbles. His favourite playground was in Virgin Gorda, a place now called “The Baths” – a gigantic rock labyrinth made out of circularshaped granite. A lecturer accompanies the trip Knowledge, entertainment and facts – our expert is on hand to give talks on a wide variety of specialist subjects. He will also be on board to answer any questions that you may have. 74 Jost van Dyke Virgin Gorda Atlantic Ocean St Barthélemy Dominica Caribbean Sea St Lucia Barbados Union Island Bequia Grenada Tobago A relaxed festive season in a summery Caribbean island paradise: Barbados – Barbados Sea Cloud 14 nights 21 Dec. 2015 to 04 Jan. 2016 SC-1544 21 Dec. Bridgetown/Barbados 22.00 Guests arrive individually in Barbados. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 22 Dec. At sea 06.0013.30 23 Dec. Man-O-War Bay/Tobago Excursion to the Argyle waterfall.* 24 Dec. St George’s/Grenada 13.30 24.00 Island trip with a “rum and nutmeg” theme.* 25 Dec. Chatham Bay/Union Island 07.00 17.00 Snorkelling and swimming excursion to the Tobago Cays.* 26 Dec. Soufrière/St Lucia 08.00 13.30 Excursion to the botanical gardens and the volcanic sulphur springs.* 08.00 13.30 27 Dec. Cabrits/Dominica Walk in the national park or Creole cookery lesson.* 28 Dec. At sea 29 Dec. Gustavia/St Barthélemy 08.00 24.00 30 Dec. North Sound/Virgin Gorda 14.00 Excursion to “The Baths”.* 31 Dec. North Sound/Virgin Gorda08.00 Cruise through the Sir Francis Drake Channel. White Bay/Jost van Dyke 13.30 18.00 Great Harbour/Jost van Dyke 19.00 01 Jan. Great Harbour/Jost van Dyke 06.00 02 Jan. At sea 03 Jan. Port Elizabeth/Bequia 08.00 14.00 Excursion to a turtle sanctuary.* 08.00 04 Jan. Bridgetown/Barbados Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. See insert for cruise-only rates! 75 Sea Cloud – Cruises Puerto Rico Cabin Categories of Sea Cloud. Luxury owner’s cabin No 1 (Cat. A) A white carrara marble fireplace and bathroom, gold-plated swan neck taps, precious Louis Philippe chairs, a large varnish-finish bed in antique white, gold decoration, lavish ceiling décor, a floorto-ceiling dressing mirror and a large, walk-in closet – this approx. 38 m2/410 sq ft suite, formerly occupied by Marjorie Merriweather Post, was designed to meet her demands for absolute elegance. The double bed has two mattresses (each 90 cm x 200 cm), the approx. 9 m2/97 sq ft bathroom features an antique dresser, a washbasin and a bathtub. Luxury owner’s cabin No 2 (Cat. A) A living space with maple panelling, a marble fireplace, a magnificently decorated bathroom and a large walk-in closet – the suite of the former owner Edward Hutton is approx. 34 m2/366 sq ft. He even made use of the suite’s bureau bookcase, which features mirrored glass. The generous bed has two separate mattresses (each 90 cm x 200 cm). The red carrara marble bathroom is approx. 9 m2/97 sq ft and includes a bathtub, a washbasin and a dresser. De luxe original cabin No 3 (Cat. B) A sage-coloured marble bathroom, a walk-in closet, antique single beds (each 90 cm x 200 cm), armchairs, a mirrored dresser and serving cabinets. In addition, the room’s overall colour scheme gives it a certain colonial touch. Approx. 24 m2/258 sq ft, perfect for a good night’s sleep. The bathroom, approx. 4 m2/43 sq ft in size, features a bathtub. De luxe original cabin No 4 (Cat. B) Approx. 22 m2/237 sq ft. Designed in the style of an English country house and ideal for a relaxing night’s sleep. The centrepiece of the main room is a comfortable double bed (two mattresses, each 90 cm x 200 cm) which perfectly complements the cabin’s lavish Louis XVI-style antiques. At approx. 5 m2/ 54 sq ft, the bathroom with bathtub is very spacious, and the walk-in closet offers sufficient storage space. De luxe original cabin No 5 (Cat. B) Spacious, antique mahogany dressers, a marble bathroom and fireplace, mahogany décor and antique furniture, along with a well-sized walk-in closet, ensure a cosy and subtle elegance, all within a space of approx. 20 m2/215 sq ft. The two single beds (each 90 cm x 200 cm) are placed next to each other, forming a double bed; the approx. 5,4 m2/ 58 sq ft bathroom is fitted with a bathtub. De luxe original cabin No 6 (Cat. B) This approx. 18 m2/194 sq ft original cabin also recreates the feel of elegant 1930s travel. The cabin’s fireplace and beautiful bathroom (approx. 4 m2/43 sq ft with a fitted shower) are made of marble; the cabin also features a generous walk-in closet. The room’s small, specially selected, antique mahogany furniture makes a graceful addition. Carefully chosen fabric colours give the entire room a very warm, sunny and light atmosphere. The two single beds (each 90 cm x 200 cm) are placed next to one another, forming a double bed. 76 De luxe original cabin No 7 (Cat. B) This room was once home to Dina, the daughter of the previous owners. The furniture, made of sophisticated maple, features mahogany inlays. The unusual layout of this cabin, with its angled fireplace, makes this approx. 24 m2/258 sq ft room (featuring two single beds, each 90 cm x 200 cm) appear larger than it actually is. The gold-plated marble bathroom, which includes a bathtub, is approx. 7 m2/75 sq ft. The cabin also features a walk-in closet. De luxe original cabin No 8 (Cat. B) Comfort and style become one in this approx. 25 m2/268 sq ft cabin. The room’s king size double bed (which features two separate single mattresses, each 90 cm x 200 cm) is an oasis of calm. Skilfully placed antique furniture and the bathroom’s grey-beige marble and gold-plated taps emphasize the timeless elegance of this cabin. The approx. 6 m2/ 65 sq ft bathroom includes a bathtub. A walk-in closet is also available. De luxe outside cabin No 9 (Cat. C) Warm and bright tones dominate this approx. 20 m2/215 sq ft deluxe outside cabin fitted with a double bed (two mattresses, each 90 cm x 200 cm) and situated on the Main Deck. The cabin features a modern elegance, generous storage space and a walk-in closet. The approx. 3,6 m2/35 sq ft marble bathroom is fitted with a bathtub. De luxe outside cabin No 10 (Cat. C) Cabins 9 and 10 are located at the end of the corridor. They have their own staircase to the Promenade Deck. This approx. 18,5 m2/198 sq ft cabin follows the same design pattern as Cabin No 9. It includes a walk-in closet as well as additional storage space and cabinets built into the cabin’s overall furnishings. The approx. 3,3 m2/39 sq ft marble bathroom features a shower. Double-bed cabins No 30 and 31 (Cat. 1) These two double-bed cabins are located on the Captain’s and Lido Deck and feature unique corner panorama windows. Approx. 13 m2/ 140 sq ft in size, they offer a substantial wardrobe, a double bed with two mattresses (each 80 cm x 200 cm) and a spacious, elegant bathroom with a fitted shower. Twin-bed cabins No 32-37 (Cat. 2) Each of these cabins features a marble bathroom with a fitted shower, two single beds (each 80 cm x 200 cm), a substantially sized wardrobe and additional built-in storage space. Their location on the Captain’s and Lido Deck and their design, featuring two panorama windows, mean these approx. 13,5 m2/145 sq ft cabins feel extremely bright. Twin-bed cabins No 18-25 (Cat. 3) Located on the Promenade Deck, each of these outside cabins also features panorama windows, a marble bathroom with a fitted shower and furnishings similar to Cat. 2 cabins. They are approx. 12,5 m2/ 135 sq ft in size. Twin-bed cabins No 28 and 29 (Cat. 4) These cabins are each approx. 10,5 m2/113 sq ft and located on the Promenade Deck. They are furnished similarly to Cat. 2 cabins. Upper-/lower-bed cabins N o 14-17 (Cat. 5) Despite all their modern conveniences, these outside cabins, with their upper and lower single beds, are reminiscent of the days of merchant shipping. The cabin door leads directly to the Promenade Deck beneath the bridge. These approx. 9,5 m2/102 sq ft rooms once housed the ship’s officers, and their original features exude a romantic charm. What’s more, these cabins can be ventilated with fresh air both day and night. 77 Deck Plan of Sea Cloud. Lido Deck Spanker Deck Lido Bar Blue Lagoon Bridge Lounge Restaurant Captain’s and Lido Deck Purser Promenade Deck Hospital Main Deck Cabins with a bath, shower and WC Cabins with a shower and WC Masts Cabin Categories of S ea C loud Cat. A Luxury owner’s cabins Cat. 1 Double-bed cabins Cat. 4 Twin-bed cabins Cat. B De luxe original cabins Cat. 2 Twin-bed cabins Cat. 5 Upper-/lower-bed cabins Cat. C De luxe outside cabins Cat. 3 Twin-bed cabins Guaranteed cabins: Your cabin number will be assigned with your travel documentation. There is only a limited allotment available for these categories. 78 Sail Diagram and Technical Data of Sea Cloud. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Bowsprit Flying Jib Outer Jib Inner Jib Fore Topmast Staysail Fore Mast Fore Royal Fore Topgallant Fore Upper Topsail Fore Lower Topsail Fore Course Main Royal Staysail 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Main Topgallant Staysail Main Topmast Staysail Main Mast Sky Sail Main Royal Main Topgallant Main Upper Topsail Main Lower Topsail Main Course Mizzen Royal Staysail Mizzen Topgallant Staysail Mizzen Topmast Staysail 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 Mizzen Mast Mizzen Royal Mizzen Topgallant Mizzen Upper Topsail Mizzen Lower Topsail Mizzen Course Spanker Topmast Staysail Spanker Mast Spanker Gaff Topsail Spanker Gaff Spanker Sail Spanker Boom Technical Data • Length overall: 109,50 m/360 ft • Beam: 14,94 m/50 ft • Draft: 5,13 m/17 ft • Height of main mast above deck: 54,20 m/178 ft • Total sail area: 3.000 m2/32,000 sq ft • Number of sails: 30 • Passengers: max. 64 • Crew: approx. 60 • 32 outside cabins (of those 10 cabins are original with bathtub/WC or shower/WC and 22 cabins with shower/WC) with bathrobes, hair dryer, telephone, air conditioning, private safe • Lido deck with bar • Restaurant (69 seats) with open seating and one sitting • Lounge with library and desk area with laptop • Hospital • Flag: Malta • Year constructed: 1931, renovated in 2011 79 80 Atlantic Ocean Antigua Venezuela Sea Cloud II – Cruises Gran Canaria The sailing adventure of your dreams – crossing the Atlantic on a hand-sailed windjammer: Las Palmas – Antigua The wind in your hair, an endless horizon, the rush of the sea; an Atlantic crossing delivers a feeling of complete regeneration. Let the elements take control as the Sea Cloud ii sets sail across the ocean, leaving the stresses and strains of everyday life in its wake. The Atlantic crossing is the last of the great adventures. Sea Cloud ii 15 nights 24 Nov. to 09 Dec. 2014 SCII-1445 24 Nov. Las Palmas/Gran Canaria 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Las Palmas. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 25 Nov. At sea (until 08 Dec.) 08.00 09 Dec. St John’s/Antigua Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Sailing 15 days beneath the sails Itinerary subject to change! Cruise along the Columbus route Sailing When Columbus and his flotilla sailed westwards across the Atlantic in 1492, hoping to reach East Asia, they followed the currents and winds of the trade winds region. Today, the Sea Cloud ii continues to embark on the same course for the New World as the passage offers perfect sailing conditions. Depending upon the circumstances, it is possible that another lecturer will be on board for this trip. Our travel tip: experience the perfect break with mei:do The mei:do team has come up with an exclusive training session (“Fit in 14 days”) for this trip. Led by a professional sports trainer, this programme delivers balance, relaxation, strength and cardio training for your body, while mental tasks using an iPad focus on activating memory, creativity, flexibility and attention span. Training sessions adapted to target specific zones will be offered daily as well as a personal coaching. See insert for rates. Further information: www.seacloud.com/mei-do Our travel tip: Gran Canaria In order to be absolutely sure that your luggage comes with you on the Atlantic crossing, we recommend that you arrive in Las Palmas at least a day in advance: Pre-cruise stay in Las Palmas from 23 Nov. to 24 Nov. 2014. One night bed and breakfast in a first-class hotel, including transfer and island trip. Rates upon request. Minimum number of participants: 10 people Sailing Burghard Pieske actually studied geography and education, but he has also qualified as a ship’s captain. Since he spent ten years sailing around the world, he has been focusing on reliving authentic historic sailing adventures. He is an author, adventurer and freelancer for “Yacht” magazine. Sailing Also on board: circumnavigator Burghard Pieske Our travel tip: Lesser Antilles Prolong your cruise in the same cabin for an extra seven nights on board from/to Antigua from 09 Dec. to 16 Dec. 2014 at our attractive additional price. See insert for rates. Sailing Saili ng Sailing S Special offer (This offer is only available in combination with the Atlantic crossing of the Sea Cloud ii; the early booking incentive and other discounts are not available for these rates.) See insert for cruise-only rates! 81 Atlantic Ocean Jost van Dyke Virgin Gorda St Barthélemy St Kitts Antigua Caribbean Sea S Special offer Sail the idyllic waters of the Lesser Antilles – from picture-perfect beaches to a famous jet set island: Antigua – Antigua The British Virgin Islands – a sailors’ paradise In the waters surrounding the British Virgin Islands, where explorers and pirates once roamed, you will find some of the finest sailing conditions on the planet. These islands include Virgin Gorda, Jost van Dyke and all the tiny islands around the Sir Francis Drake Channel, each marked by glorious beaches and delightful anchorages. Day at the beach with barbecue on Jost van Dyke The word “stress” does not exist on Jost van Dyke. The zodiac takes you to the shore where you can go snorkelling, swimming or indulge in other water-based activities. After that, a beach barbecue in “Ivan’s Stress-Free Bar” awaits you. “The Baths” – imposing granite formations Sea Cloud ii 7 nights 09 Dec. to 16 Dec. 2014 SCII-1446 09 Dec. St John’s/Antigua 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Antigua. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 10 Dec. North Sound/Virgin Gorda 18.00 11 Dec. North Sound/Virgin Gorda 13.30 Excursion to “The Baths”.* Cruise through the Sir Francis Drake Channel. Great Harbour/Jost van Dyke 19.00 12 Dec. Great Harbour/Jost van Dyke 08.00 White Bay/Jost van Dyke 09.00 17.00 13 Dec. Gustavia/St Barthélemy 16.00 14 Dec. Gustavia/St Barthélemy 13.00 15 Dec. Basseterre/St Kitts 13.00 18.00 Island trip with Brimstone Hill Fortress or Caribbean cookery course.* 08.00 16 Dec. St John’s/Antigua Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. It is sometimes easy to think that this is one of nature’s fairy tales: Once upon a time, there was a giant who played with large stone marbles. His favourite playground was in Virgin Gorda, a place now called “The Baths” – a gigantic rock labyrinth made out of circularshaped granite. The jet set island of St Barts Its official name is St Barthélemy, but most people fondly refer to it as St Barts. It was back in 1957 that the banker David Rockefeller built the first paradise getaway here, and today the island remains a hideout for the jet set, including several American film stars. Take a stroll through the capital Gustavia, browse the shops for treasures and specialities, or enjoy a sundowner in the harbour surrounded by bars, cafés and restaurants. 82 at anchor See insert for cruise-only rates! Atlantic Ocean St Barthélemy Antigua Îles des Saintes St Lucia Barbados Caribbean Sea Bequia S Special offer Scenic beauties and idyllic bays, relaxed beach bars and the French way of life: Antigua – Barbados Anguilla’s idyllic beaches As the most northerly of the Leeward Islands, Anguilla is slightly off the usual tourist trail – and that is exactly what makes it so special. You will be carried away from the stresses and strains of daily life. In a place where the gentle summer breeze caresses white sandy beaches and the sun sparkles on turquoise waters, relaxation will take hold in less time than it takes to open your favourite book. The savoir-vivre of the Îles des Saintes This archipelago has been part of France since the 17th century. Overlooked by a historical fort, the charming town of Terre-de-Haut presents you spectacular views of the surrounding bays. Its boutiques, bars, restaurants, and cafés are also definitely worth exploring. Sea Cloud ii 6 nights 16 Dec. to 22 Dec. 2014 SCII-1447 16 Dec. St John’s/Antigua 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Antigua. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 17 Dec. Road Bay/Anguilla 14.00 24.00 18 Dec. Gustavia/St Barthélemy 08.00 13.00 19 Dec. Terre-de-Haut/Îles des Saintes 09.00 13.00 20 Dec. Port Elizabeth/Bequia 13.30 24.00 Excursion to a turtle sanctuary.* 21 Dec. Soufrière/St Lucia 08.00 13.00 Excursion to the botanical gardens and the volcanic sulphur springs.* 08.00 22 Dec. Bridgetown/Barbados Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. Sailing along the trade winds “Trade winds” is the name given to the powerful currents of air that great seafaring nations used to rely upon to carry their fleets across the Atlantic. Today they are one of the reasons why the Lesser Antilles have become a paradise for sailing enthusiasts. It is easy to see why one of the world’s most famous sailing regattas, the Antigua Race Week, takes place here: The warm trade winds that blow around the Leeward Islands mean sailors constantly have the wind in their sails. See insert for cruise-only rates! 83 Sea Cloud II – Cruises Anguilla Lush rainforest and colourful reefs, a luxury island for the jet set and the joie de vivre of calypso. Tobago: an island paradise The small fishing village of Charlotteville is situated in Tobago’s idyllic Man-O-War Bay and can only be reached by land via a steep road which cuts through the rainforest. With the yacht anchored in the town’s picturesque bay, you will have plenty of time to discover the island’s diverse birdlife or to plunge into the emerald-green waters. Grenada – the island of spice Although Grenada has been blessed with around 45 picture-perfect beaches, the country’s real treasure remains its lush, green island interior. Deep volcanic lakes, dense rainforests, waterfalls and small river courses form the primordial backdrop of the island’s sugar cane fields and spice plantations. It is the reason why the scent of cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg hangs in the air wherever you go on Grenada. Snorkellers’ paradise in the Tobago Cays For many, life under water is a fascinating world – one that becomes even more magical the closer you get. The Tobago Cays’ Horseshoe Reef is such a place. This horseshoe-shaped coral reef encloses four small islands that glow in rich shades of green. The sea, in contrast, embraces turquoise, emerald and every shade of blue. The jet set island of St Barts Although many like to call it “St Barts” for short, the island’s official name is St Barthélemy. Having passed through several different owners, the island was finally bought by France in 1877 and is now firmly in the hands of the jet set. Elegant Gustavia entices with classy goods and glamour hidden away behind restored facades, and the harbour hosts luxury yachts with famous owners. 84 The natural beauty spots of St Lucia and Dominica The pitons of St Lucia are world famous and magnificently beautiful. But perhaps even more beautiful is the unique view you have of this stunning natural masterpiece from the anchorage of the Sea Cloud ii. Dominica is one of the wildest and most primal of the Lesser Antilles. The heart of the island is covered in thick virgin forest, where you will find plunging rivers and small creeks winding their way through the jungle. “The Baths” – imposing granite formations It is sometimes easy to think that this is one of nature’s fairy tales: Once upon a time, there was a giant who played with large stone marbles. His favourite playground was in Virgin Gorda, a place now called “The Baths” – a gigantic rock labyrinth made out of circularshaped granite. Also on board: Prof. Dr. Guido Knopp After completing his doctorate, historian Guido Knopp worked as editor for the German newspaper “Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung” and as head of foreign affairs for the “Welt am Sonntag” before moving to the German television broadcaster ZDF in 1978. His television documentaries and publications on contemporary history have won many awards, his films are shown in more than 150 countries across the world. Enjoy his fascinating and enjoyable talks on board. Depending upon the circumstances, it is possible that another lecturer will be on board for this trip. Jost van Dyke Virgin Gorda Îles des Saintes Dominica Caribbean Sea St Lucia Barbados Union Island Bequia Grenada Tobago Snowy white beaches at Christmas and a blast of new experiences for the New Year: Barbados – Barbados Sea Cloud ii 14 nights 22 Dec. 2014 to 05 Jan. 2015 SCII-1448 22 Dec. Bridgetown/Barbados 22.00 Guests arrive individually in Barbados. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 23 Dec. At sea 06.0013.30 24 Dec. Man-O-War Bay/Tobago Excursion to the Argyle waterfall.* 25 Dec. St George’s/Grenada 13.30 24.00 Island trip with a “rum and nutmeg” theme.* 26 Dec. Chatham Bay/Union Island 08.00 16.00 Snorkelling and swimming excursion to the Tobago Cays.* 27 Dec. Soufrière/St Lucia 08.00 13.30 Excursion to the botanical gardens and the volcanic sulphur springs.* 28 Dec. At sea 29 Dec. Gustavia/St Barthélemy 08.00 18.00 30 Dec. North Sound/Virgin Gorda 13.3018.00 Excursion to “The Baths”.* Cruise through the Sir Francis Drake Channel. Great Harbour/Jost van Dyke 22.00 31 Dec. 01 Jan. 02 Jan. 03 Jan. Great Harbour/Jost van Dyke 08.00 White Bay/Jost van Dyke 09.00 White Bay/Jost van Dyke 05.00 Terre-de-Haut/Îles des Saintes 15.00 24.00 Cabrits/Dominica 08.00 13.00 Walk in the national park or Creole cookery course.* 04 Jan. Port Elizabeth/Bequia 08.00 13.30 Excursion to a turtle sanctuary.* 08.00 05 Jan. Bridgetown/Barbados Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. See insert for cruise-only rates! 85 Sea Cloud II – Cruises Atlantic Ocean St Barthélemy Îles des Saintes Dominica St Lucia Caribbean Sea Barbados Union Island Bequia Grenada Atlantic Ocean Tobago Venezuela S Special offer Experience tropical natural landscapes, meet real adventurers and immerse yourself in a lifestyle with a French touch: Barbados – Barbados Tobago: an island paradise The small fishing village of Charlotteville is situated in Tobago’s idyllic Man-O-War Bay and can only be reached by land via a steep road which cuts through the rainforest. With the ship anchored in the town’s picturesque bay, you will have plenty of time to discover the island’s diverse birdlife or to plunge into the emerald-green waters. The natural beauty spots of St Lucia and Dominica The Pitons of St Lucia are world famous and magnificently beautiful, but perhaps even more stunning is the exclusive view you will have of this incredible natural beauty from the anchorage of the Sea Cloud ii. Dominica is one of the wildest and most primal of the Lesser Antilles. The heart of the island is covered in dense virgin forest, with rivers plunging into the depths and small creeks winding their way through the jungle. Bequia and the Tobago Cays – popular sailors’ haunts In the small town of Port Elizabeth on Bequia you will find sailors meeting for a catch-up on the local beach or outside the town’s small bars. The small archipelago of the Tobago Cays offers protected anchorages in its lagoons. Beach heaven awaits you there. Sea Cloud ii 10 nights 05 Jan. to 15 Jan. 2015 SCII-1501 05 Jan. Bridgetown/Barbados 22.00 Guests arrive individually in Barbados. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 06 Jan. At sea 07 Jan. Man-O-War Bay/Tobago 06.00 14.00 Excursion to the Argyle waterfall.* 08 Jan. St George’s/Grenada 14.00 24.00 Island trip with a “rum and nutmeg” theme.* 09 Jan. Chatham Bay/Union Island 08.00 18.00 Snorkelling and swimming excursion to the Tobago Cays.* 10 Jan. At sea 11 Jan. Cabrits/Dominica 13.30 20.00 Walk in the national park or Creole cookery course.* 12 Jan. Terre-de-Haut/Îles des Saintes 07.00 13.00 13 Jan. Soufrière/St Lucia 13.3019.00 Excursion to the botanical gardens and the volcanic sulphur springs.* 08.00 13.30 14 Jan. Port Elizabeth/Bequia Excursion to a turtle sanctuary.* 15 Jan. Bridgetown/Barbados 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. 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. The little town on Terre-de-Haut 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. See insert for cruise-only rates! 86 at anchor Puerto Rico Caribbean Sea Barbados Bequia Grenada Curaçao Bonaire Tobago Venezuela Sail with the summer wind, walk barefoot through the white sand and sample the finest spices in the Caribbean: Barbados – Curaçao Idyllic sailing along the trade winds In winter and spring the Caribbean trade winds provide ideal speeds and perfect stability while delivering extremely pleasant air and water temperatures. The many hours out at sea will turn into a real joy for the tall ship, and a delight for those looking to enjoy freedom beneath the sails. All this in stunning waters. A day at the beach on the popular sailors’ island of Bequia The Sea Cloud ii drops anchor in Admiralty Bay at Port Elizabeth on Bequia. It is the meeting place for roundthe-world sailors and private luxury yachts. Our zodiacs bring you to the town or to one of the island’s most beautiful beaches. You will have plenty of time for whatever you choose, be it swimming, snorkelling or taking a stroll. Sea Cloud ii 7 nights 22 Jan. to 29 Jan. 2015 SCII-1503 22 Jan. Bridgetown/Barbados 22.00 Guests arrive individually in Barbados. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 23 Jan. Port Elizabeth/Bequia 17.00 24 Jan. Port Elizabeth/Bequia 13.00 Excursion to a turtle sanctuary.* 25 Jan. Man-O-War Bay/Tobago 06.00 14.00 Excursion to the Argyle waterfall.* 26 Jan. St George’s/Grenada 08.00 13.00 Island trip with a “rum and nutmeg” theme.* 27 Jan. At sea 28 Jan. Kralendijk/Bonaire 16.00 24.00 29 Jan. Willemstad/Curaçao 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. A delight for all the senses: Grenada, the island of spice There is a reason why nutmeg is immortalised on this country’s national flag. Since colonial times nutmeg – along with cloves, cinnamon and ginger – has been one of the island’s most important exports. If the aromatic fragrance of the tropics were to have a name, it would have to be “Grenada”. A lecturer accompanies the trip Knowledge, entertainment and facts – our expert is on hand to give talks on a wide variety of specialist subjects. He will also be on board to answer any questions that you may have. See insert for cruise-only rates! 87 Sea Cloud II – Cruises Atlantic Ocean Dreamy Caribbean sailing trip between tropical bays, city life and strolls along the beach. Tobago: an island paradise Trip to the ABC islands The small fishing village of Charlotteville is situated in Tobago’s idyllic Man-O-War Bay and can only be reached by land via a steep road which cuts through the rainforest. With the ship anchored in the town’s picturesque bay, you will have plenty of time to discover the island’s diverse birdlife or to plunge into the emerald-green waters. Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao – the alphabet of the Caribbean begins with these three islands off the coast of Venezuela. The ABC islands are considered the “Netherlands of the Caribbean”, and their Dutch colonial past is still visible in the pastel-coloured architecture. There are plenty of colours on show underwater, too: Their breathtaking biodiversity renders these three island beauties a Mecca for water sports fans. Idyllic sailing along the trade winds In winter and spring the Caribbean trade winds provide ideal speeds and perfect stability, while delivering extremely pleasant air and water temperatures. The many hours out at sea will turn into a real joy for the tall ship, and a delight for those looking to enjoy freedom beneath the sails. All this in stunning waters. A day at the beach on the popular sailors’ island of Bequia The Sea Cloud ii drops anchor in Admiralty Bay at Port Elizabeth on Bequia. It is the meeting place for roundthe-world sailors and private luxury yachts. Our zodiacs bring you to the town or to one of the island’s most beautiful beaches. You will have plenty of time for whatever you choose, be it swimming, snorkelling or taking a stroll. A delight for all the senses: Grenada, the island of spice There is a reason why nutmeg is immortalised on this country’s national flag. Since colonial times nutmeg – along with cloves, cinnamon and ginger – has been one of the island’s most important exports. If the aromatic fragrance of the tropics were to have a name, it would have to be “Grenada”. 88 Panama City and the Panama Canal When the Panama Canal opened in 1914 after more than 30 years of construction, it allowed ships sailing between New York and Los Angeles to shorten their route by almost 15,000 kilometres (9,320 miles). Panama City has experienced enormous growth ever since. The contrast between its ultra-modern banking centre and lovingly restored historic quarters is what makes the city Central America’s style capital. A lecturer accompanies the trip Exciting topics, background information and fascinating facts – our expert offers talks on a whole range of subjects from his specialist field. Caribbean Sea Nicaragua Costa Rica Aruba Puerto Limón San José Colón Bocas Panama City del Toro Panama Curaçao Bonaire Barbados Bequia Grenada Tobago Cartagena Venezuela Colombia Pacific Ocean S Special offer A wealth of colour above and below water, the scent of spices and the hidden gem of Panama City: Barbados – Puerto Limón (San José) Sea Cloud ii 14 nights 22 Jan. to 05 Feb. 2015 SCII-150304 22 Jan. Bridgetown/Barbados 22.00 Guests arrive individually in Barbados. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 23 Jan. Port Elizabeth/Bequia 17.00 24 Jan. Port Elizabeth/Bequia 13.00 Excursion to a turtle sanctuary.* 25 Jan. Man-O-War Bay/Tobago 06.00 14.00 Excursion to the Argyle waterfall.* 26 Jan. St George’s/Grenada 08.00 13.00 Island trip with a “rum and nutmeg” theme.* 27 Jan. At sea 28 Jan. Kralendijk/Bonaire 16.00 24.00 29 Jan. Willemstad/Curaçao 08.00 22.00 Island trip and city walking tour of Willemstad.* 30 Jan. Oranjestad/Aruba 08.00 13.00 Island trip with an “aloe” theme.* 31 Jan. At sea 01 Feb. 02 Feb. 03 Feb. 04 Feb. Cartagena/Colombia 09.00 18.00 City tour with folklore.* At sea Colón/Panama 07.00 16.00 Panama City including visit to the Miraflores dam.* Bocas del Toro/Panama 09.00 14.00 Boat tour through the national park.* 05 Feb. Puerto Limón (San José)/Costa Rica 02.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. See insert for cruise-only rates! 89 Sea Cloud II – Cruises Jamaica Caribbean Sea Nicaragua Aruba Curaçao Costa Rica San José Cartagena Puerto Limón Bocas del Toro Venezuela Colón Panama Panama City Colombia Pacific Ocean Dutch idylls, timeless cruising with the trade winds and the booming metropolis of Panama City: Curaçao – Puerto Limón (San José) Idyllic sailing along the trade winds In winter and spring the Caribbean trade winds provide ideal speeds and perfect stability, while delivering extremely pleasant air and water temperatures. The many hours out at sea will turn into a real joy for the tall ship, and a delight for those looking to enjoy freedom beneath the sails. All this in stunning waters. Visit two of the ABC islands: Aruba and Curaçao Aruba and Curaçao make up the A and C of the ABC islands and belong to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Their distinctive features – including Delft tiles, Dutch gable houses, palms and the pastel colours of the Caribbean – make this an enchanting destination. Curaçao boasts a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the shape of its small capital Willemstad. Panama City and the Panama Canal Sea Cloud ii 7 nights 29 Jan. to 05 Feb. 2015 SCII-1504 29 Jan. Willemstad/Curaçao 22.00 Guests arrive individually in Curaçao. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 30 Jan. Oranjestad/Aruba 08.00 13.00 Island trip with an “aloe” theme.* 31 Jan. At sea 01 Feb. Cartagena/Colombia 09.00 18.00 City tour with folklore.* 02 Feb. At sea 03 Feb. Colón/Panama 07.00 16.00 Panama City including visit to the Miraflores dam.* 04 Feb. Bocas del Toro/Panama 09.00 14.00 Boat tour through the national park.* 05 Feb. Puerto Limón (San José)/Costa Rica 02.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. When the Panama Canal opened in 1914 after more than 30 years of construction, it allowed ships sailing between New York and Los Angeles to shorten their route by almost 15,000 kilometres (9,320 miles). Panama City has experienced enormous growth ever since. The contrast between its ultra-modern banking centre and lovingly restored historic quarters is what makes the city Central America’s style capital. A lecturer accompanies the trip Knowledge, entertainment and facts – our expert is on hand to give talks on a wide variety of specialist subjects. He will also be on board to answer any questions that you may have. See insert for cruise-only rates! 90 at anchor Puerto Rico Virgin Gorda Atlantic Ocean St Barthélemy Antigua Dominica Caribbean Sea St Lucia Barbados Bequia Where windjammers are in their element, the jet set relax on the beach, and green volcanoes jut into the sea: Antigua – Barbados The British Virgin Islands – a sailors’ paradise Days spent lounging in the sun, moving with the trade winds, small islands floating on the horizon and a tall ship with timelessness entangled in its sails; you will enjoy a relaxing feast for the senses aboard the Sea Cloud ii. Watch in amazement as the crew manoeuvre the ship before dropping anchor on a new shore. A day at the beach on Jost van Dyke Jost van Dyke is the smallest of the major British Virgin Islands. This mountainous island is noted for its volcanic beauty and its beach, the White Bay, which certainly lives up to its name. We take the zodiac ashore to enjoy a wonderfully relaxed day. A beach barbecue at “Ivan’s Stress-Free Bar” will offer some tasty delights. The jet set island of St Barts St Barthélemy has had several masters: the Spanish, the Swedes, the French and the Knights of Malta. However, it is now firmly in the hands of the jet set crowd, who come here for short breaks to get away from it all. All of the yachts in the harbour are worth a look, as are the bars and restaurants. Sea Cloud ii 9 nights 24 Mar. to 02 Apr. 2015 SCII-1508 24 Mar. St John’s/Antigua 22.00 Guests arrive individually in Antigua. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 25 Mar. North Sound/Virgin Gorda 18.00 26 Mar. North Sound/Virgin Gorda 13.30 Excursion to “The Baths”.* Sail through the Sir Francis Drake Channel. Great Harbour/Jost van Dyke 19.00 27 Mar. Great Harbour/Jost van Dyke08.00 White Bay/Jost van Dyke 09.00 17.00 28 Mar. Gustavia/St Barthélemy 13.30 24.00 29 Mar. At sea 30 Mar. Cabrits/Dominica 08.00 13.30 Walk in the national park or Creole cookery course.* 31 Mar. Soufrière/St Lucia 08.00 14.00 Excursion to the botanical gardens and the volcanic sulphur springs.* 07.00 13.30 01 Apr. Port Elizabeth/Bequia Excursion to a turtle sanctuary.* 02 Apr. Bridgetown/Barbados 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. The magnificent Pitons of St Lucia Gros and Petit Piton, the two famous volcanic plugs that tower over St Lucia, could have come straight out of a tropical storybook. They are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offer a spectacular panorama as the Sea Cloud ii sails closely alongside their slopes. See insert for cruise-only rates! 91 Sea Cloud II – Cruises Jost van Dyke Portugal Spain Valencia Lisbon Jerez de la Frontera Málaga Cádiz Mediterranean Sea Atlantic Ocean Morocco Algeria S Special offer A short break to lively cultural centres along the Iberian Peninsula: Lisbon – Valencia A short break from the daily grind The Iberian Peninsula enjoys the onset of the warmer seasons a few weeks earlier than Central Europe, which means that April is the perfect time of year for a short getaway. It is a great opportunity to leave your normal surroundings and everyday routine behind, and to completely recharge your batteries. An enchanted farewell to Lisbon You will be treated to unique panoramic views of the Tagus as the Sea Cloud ii pulls out of Lisbon. The epic Monument to the Discoveries is dedicated to Henry the Navigator. The Torre de Belém, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrates the country’s glory during its time as a colonial power. Sea Cloud ii 5 nights 26 Apr. to 01 May 2015 SCII-15121 26 Apr. Lisbon/Portugal 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Lisbon. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 27 Apr. At sea 08.00 13.30 28 Apr. Cádiz/Spain Cádiz and Jerez de la Frontera with sherry tasting.* 08.00 13.00 29 Apr. Málaga/Spain City walking tour of Málaga including visit to the flamenco museum.* 30 Apr. At sea 01 May Valencia/Spain 09.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. The gentle pace of life in Cádiz History comes alive in the city of Cádiz. One of Europe’s oldest cities, this charming harbour town boasts a beautiful cathedral and baroque buildings, a tranquil old town and defiant watch towers. The town centre, with its delightful tapas bars, can be easily explored on foot from the harbour. And there is no shortage of good wine, as Jerez de la Frontera, with its sherry and wine cellars, is close by. Málaga: a cultural capital Andalusia’s second largest city passed largely unnoticed for a number of years, but has recently blossomed into a vibrant city of art and culture. Málaga’s ascent began with the opening of the Picasso Museum in 2003, which was followed by the Carmen Thyssen Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts. With its superb range of architecture, a stroll through the city’s old town instantly turns into a tour of cultural discovery. 92 See insert for cruise-only rates! Aix-en-Provence Nice Sanary-sur-Mer Collioure Spain Mediterranean Sea Menorca Valencia Mallorca Ibiza A long weekend break in May devoted to the French art of living: Valencia – Nice Leave the everyday grind behind The calming expanse of the sea, the experience of traditional sailing aboard a windjammer, delicious culinary treats – on board the Sea Cloud ii, the everyday routine will seem a million miles away. Whether you want to explore the charming towns of the south or simply feel the gentle May breeze in your hair, on this short break, relaxation will take hold from the moment you step on board. The small artist town of Collioure The charm of the fishing village of Collioure has always been an inspiration for painters such as Picasso and Matisse. Those following in their footsteps today will see the artists’ motifs almost perfectly reflected in the landscape. Sea Cloud ii 4 nights 01 May to 05 May 2015 SCII-15122 01 May Valencia/Spain 17.00 Guests arrive individually in Valencia. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 02 May At sea 03 May Collioure/France 08.00 13.00 City walking tour of Collioure.* 04 May Sanary-sur-Mer/France 08.00 13.30 Excursion to the province’s historical capital: Aix-enProvence.* 08.00 05 May Nice/France Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. Art and culture in Aix-en-Provence The city’s cathedral with its beautifully carved doors, the Atelier Cézanne, Baroque facades – there is no shortage of captivating sights for culture lovers in Aix-enProvence. And yet this old provincial capital still has much more to offer than just history. Aix is wonderfully vibrant, and its inhabitants know how to enjoy themselves; with the city’s countless small cafés and patisseries, it is easy to see why. See insert for cruise-only rates! 93 Sea Cloud II – Cruises italy France Italy France Atlantic Ocean Aix-en-Provence Nice Sanary-sur-Mer Collioure Spain Portugal Menorca Mallorca Valencia Lisbon Ibiza Jerez de la Frontera Mediterranean Sea Málaga Cádiz Morocco S Special offer Sun-filled spring days on the Iberian Peninsula and in the south of France: Lisbon – Nice Leaving Lisbon in the footsteps of great explorers The harbour of Portugal’s capital city was the starting point for the great voyages of discovery led by Vasco da Gama, Pedro Cabral and Bartolomeu Dias. Setting foot aboard a windjammer and following in their wake on your way to new adventures is a wonderful feeling. Explore undiscovered Málaga To say Málaga’s history is multifaceted is a bit of an understatement: The Moors built their fort on the remains of a Phoenician Palace, whilst the settlement’s Christian conquerors built their cathedral on the ruins of a mosque. More recently, Málaga has really come into its own as a city; the houses of its beautiful old town and the harbour, along with its promenade, radiate a fresh splendour. Valencia – lively, dynamic, traditional and modern There are not many cities that can claim to combine modernity with over 2,000 years of history quite as magnificently as Valencia does. There is perhaps no other city that has succeeded in integrating a new, avant-garde quarter so seamlessly into its centre. Sea Cloud ii 9 nights 26 Apr. to 05 May 2015 SCII-15121122 26 Apr. Lisbon/Portugal 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Lisbon. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 27 Apr. At sea 08.00 13.30 28 Apr. Cádiz/Spain Cádiz and Jerez de la Frontera with sherry tasting.* 08.0013.00 29 Apr. Málaga/Spain City walking tour of Málaga including visit to the flamenco museum.* 30 Apr. At sea 01 May Valencia/Spain 09.00 17.00 Valencia: past and present.* 02 May At sea 03 May Collioure/France 08.00 13.00 City walking tour of Collioure.* 04 May Sanary-sur-Mer/France 08.00 13.30 Excursion to the province’s historical capital: Aix-enProvence.* 08.00 05 May Nice/France Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. Savoir vivre beneath the plane trees: Aix-en-Provence Aix-en-Provence is considered one of France’s most beautiful cities. This sunny university town not only attracts students, but also artists and creative types – which explains why so many cafés and bars are situated along the Cours Mirabeau. This main boulevard is covered by plane trees and lined with elegant buildings from the 17th century, along with quaint, little bookshops and boutiques. Très charmant! 94 See insert for cruise-only rates! at anchor North Sea Hamburg Great Britain Amsterdam Netherlands London Portsmouth Bruges Oostende Germany Belgium English Channel France A summer break in the endearing kingdoms of the Netherlands and Belgium: Portsmouth (London) – Hamburg A break from everyday life Firmly in the wind’s hands, the Sea Cloud ii sets a course for relaxation. For four days the tall ship will be your home on the sea. Those who wish can make use of the gym facilities, treat themselves to a massage, or let the sails and their imagination carry them away to new shores. As soon as we cast off, you will feel the stresses and strains of everyday life melt away – we doubt any other short break could be this enjoyable. Bruges: a historic city Narrow alleyways overlooked by medieval gables, patisseries exuding the aroma of chocolate and freshly baked goods, romantic canals and avant-garde architecture – Bruges enchants with its mix of tradition and lively culture. A relaxed walk is the perfect way to discover the historic old town, one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. Sea Cloud ii 4 nights 14 June to 18 June 2015 SCII-1520 14 June Portsmouth (London)/Great Britain 17.00 Guests arrive individually in Portsmouth. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 15 June Oostende/Belgium 14.00 19.30 City walking tour of Bruges with a canal trip.* 16 June Amsterdam/Netherlands 13.30 19.00 City tour on a canal boat and visit to the Museum of Bags and Purses or the oldest jenever (Dutch gin) distillery.* 17 June At sea 18 June Hamburg/Germany 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. Kaleidoscopic Amsterdam Amsterdam is small and homely, cosmopolitan and avantgarde, an international metropolis and a royal capital. Depending on your approach, this city will show you each of its many faces in a constantly changing light. Discover the charm of its canals, be inspired by its internationally renowned designs and feel the excitement as night falls. A panoramic trip along the Elbe The Sea Cloud ii glides along the Elbe at a leisurely pace before arriving at Hamburg’s harbour. On the way you will pass by the picturesque banks of the Elbe with their green dykes, the Airbus territory, the stair-lined district of Blankenese and the Elbchaussee’s patrician villas. Our travel tip: Hamburg In January 2012 Sea Cloud Cruises became a member of Feine Privathotels, a renowned German association for exquisite privately run hotels. Should you wish to stay in Hamburg after your trip on the Sea Cloud ii, we recommend the Hotel Louis C. Jacob. It is the only privately owned luxury hotel in this Hanseatic city. Dates and prices are available upon request and subject to availability. Combination: Combine trips SCII-1520 and SCII-1521 (page 96), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 95 Sea Cloud II – Cruises Denmark Norway Oslo Arendal Sweden Denmark Baltic Sea North Sea Hamburg Germany Poland Summer weekend trip to southern Norway: Hamburg – Oslo A panoramic trip along the Elbe The Sea Cloud ii departs from Hamburg’s harbour and glides along the Elbe at a leisurely pace. On the way you will pass the Elbchaussee’s patrician villas, the stair-lined district of Blankenese, the Airbus territory and all the picturesque banks of the Elbe with their green dykes. A long weekend in southern Norway A long weekend could hardly be more relaxing: From Hamburg, the Sea Cloud ii heads towards the North Sea, where it spends a full summer’s day at sea before arriving at the rugged Norwegian coast whose charming ports are perfect for strolling around. Sea Cloud ii 4 nights 18 June to 22 June 2015 SCII-1521 18 June Hamburg/Germany 17.00 Guests arrive individually in Hamburg. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 19 June At sea 20 June Arendal/Norway 14.00 19.00 City walking tour.* 21 June Travel through the Oslofjord. 16.00 Oslo/Norway City tour.* 22 June Oslo/Norway Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. Oslo, a trendsetting royal metropolis Our tall ship glides past small rocky islands and darkred wooden houses through the majestic Oslofjord to the Norwegian capital city. As well as the historical buildings such as the Royal Palace, the fortress and the huge cathedral, it is also worth visiting the trendy modern quarter – home to a young generation of artists, architects and restaurateurs – where you can discover a new side to the city. The flagship project of creative Oslo is the spectacular opera house: a concrete, marble and glass iceberg which glistens in the sun. Our travel tip: Hamburg In January 2012 Sea Cloud Cruises became a member of Feine Privathotels, a renowned German association for exquisite privately run hotels. Should you wish to stay in Hamburg before your trip on the Sea Cloud ii, we recommend the Hotel Louis C. Jacob. It is the only privately owned luxury hotel in this Hanseatic city. Dates and prices are available upon request and subject to availability. Combination: Combine trips SCII-1521 and SCII-1520 (page 95), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 96 Helsinki St Petersburg Stockholm Tallinn Estonia Sweden Russia Visby Latvia Denmark Baltic Sea Lithuania Kiel Germany Poland Treasures of the tsars and royal houses, Hanseatic cities and the famous Kieler Woche sailing event: Kiel – St Petersburg A top-class sailing event: Kieler Woche Attended by around three million guests from all over the world and featuring various sailing regattas and a bustling fair, Kieler Woche is a world-class sailing event. At the end of June, numerous tall and traditional sailing ships, marine and sailing school boats, private yachts and historical steamers will set course for Kiel. The Sea Cloud ii will join the traditional tall ship parade. Stockholm and its archipelago On mild summer evenings, Sweden’s capital city exudes a Mediterranean joie de vivre. Stockholm is creative and in tune with nature, welcoming and historical, a shopping paradise and home of the Royal Palace. Upon departure in the morning, you will be greeted by an idyllic view of the old town island before entering the enchanting world of the skerry landscape and its 30,000 islands. St Petersburg – the old city of the tsars In 1703, Tsar Peter the Great tasked the best architects of his day with the planning of a perfect and harmonious city. The result was one of the most brilliant cities of old Europe. Thanks to its abundance of unique buildings, including the Church of the Resurrection, St Isaac’s Cathedral, the Hermitage and the Catherine Palace, the old capital city of the Russian Empire is still considered to be an architectural marvel today. Sea Cloud ii 10 nights 26 June to 06 July 2015 SCII-1523 26 June Kiel/Germany Guests arrive individually in Kiel. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 27 June Kiel/Germany 10.30 Participation in the Kieler Woche tall ship parade. 28 June At sea 29 June Visby/Sweden 13.30 18.00 City walking tour or cycling tour.* 30 June Stockholm/Sweden 09.00 City tour with visit to the Vasa Museum.* 01 July Stockholm/Sweden 07.00 Picturesque journey through the skerries. 02 July Tallinn/Estonia 14.00 24.00 City walking tour.* 13.00 19.00 03 July Helsinki/Finland City tour.* 04 July At sea 05 July St Petersburg/Russia 08.00 Visit to the Peterhof tsar residence in the morning. Evening tour of the Hermitage including concert.* 06 July St Petersburg/Russia Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. A lecturer accompanies the trip A lecturer will accompany you on this trip, delivering interesting and informative talks on a range of specialist subjects. See insert for cruise-only rates! 97 Sea Cloud II – Cruises Finland Norway Mosterhamn Oslo Rosendal Norway Stavanger Risør Sweden North Sea Denmark Baltic Sea Bremerhaven Hamburg Germany Cruise through the spectacular fjord landscape of southern Norway to “Sail Bremerhaven” – the great windjammer festival: Oslo – Hamburg The impressive Norwegian fjords Over several ice ages, the incredible force of Mother Nature carved narrow valleys in the rocks of southern Norway, leading to the formation of spectacular landscapes: the majestic fjords. Each and every one of them is definitely worth seeing: In the Oslofjord you will sail past small landing stages and colourful wooden houses, the Lysefjord boasts the impressive Preikestolen plateau, towering at an altitude of over 600 metres, and the Hardangerfjord is adorned by a wide range of fruit trees thanks to its mild climate. Moster and its historic church Having spent several years involved in Viking raids, Olaf Tryggvason returned to Norway in the year 995 in order to claim the throne. In the small harbour town of Moster he held a mass, established Christianity as the country’s new religion and had a church built on that spot. With its square chancel and rectangular nave, the white church in Moster is one of Norway’s oldest churches. Sea Cloud ii 8 nights 05 Aug. to 13 Aug. 2015 SCII-1527 05 Aug. Oslo/Norway 17.00 Guests arrive individually in Oslo. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. Picturesque departure from the Oslofjord. 08.00 13.00 06 Aug. Risør/Norway 07 Aug. At sea 08 Aug. Sail through the Bømlafjord in the morning. Rosendal/Hardangerfjord/Norway14.00 Visit to the historic Barony Rosendal manor house.* 09 Aug. Rosendal/Hardangerfjord/Norway08.00 Mosterhamn/Norway 13.3017.00 Walk and visit to Moster Church.* 10 Aug. Stavanger/Norway 08.00 13.30 City tour including Ullandhaug and cathedral.* 11 Aug. At sea 12 Aug. Arrival together with other windjammers at “Sail Bremerhaven” at around 12.00 hours. Bremerhaven/Germany 14.00 18.00 13 Aug. Hamburg/Germany 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. at anchor “Sail Bremerhaven” – the great windjammer festival Kippers, cutters and launches, Viking longships and old steamers – as we arrive for “Sail Bremerhaven”, the Weser estuary is abound with vessels of all kinds. The city of Bremerhaven and the art of seafaring are closely linked by tradition. More than 250 large ocean-going sailing vessels were built in the city’s shipyards until 1926. It therefore comes as no surprise that this seaport hosts one of Europe’s major windjammer events every five years. 98 Our travel tip: Hamburg A lecturer accompanies the trip In January 2012 Sea Cloud Cruises became a member of Feine Privathotels, a renowned German association for exquisite privately run hotels. Should you wish to stay in Hamburg after your trip on the Sea Cloud ii, we recommend the Hotel Louis C. Jacob. It is the only privately owned luxury hotel in this Hanseatic city. Dates and prices are available upon request and subject to availability. A lecturer will accompany this trip to deliver interesting and informative talks on a range of specialist subjects. See insert for cruise-only rates! Baltic Sea North Sea Germany Cuxhaven Hamburg Bremerhaven Short break from the Elbe to the summer retreat island of Sylt: Hamburg – Hamburg A panoramic trip along the Elbe The Sea Cloud ii departs from Hamburg’s harbour and glides along the Elbe at a leisurely pace. On the way, you will pass the Elbchaussee’s patrician villas, the stair-lined district of Blankenese, the Airbus territory and all the picturesque banks of the Elbe with their green dykes. Sylt – Germany’s most famous island North Sea waves, mudflats, the “Rote Kliff”, sand dunes as far as the eye can see, wide sandy beaches and traditional captain’s houses – Germany’s most famous island is certainly known for its romantic natural beauty. And it sometimes makes headlines for other reasons too; since the 1960s Sylt has been a summer retreat for the rich and famous. Celebrities can be spotted visiting Germany’s most famous fish stand, sauntering through the resort of Kampen, and hanging out in elegant bars and exclusive clubs. Sea Cloud ii 4 nights 13 Aug. to 17 Aug. 2015 SCII-1529 13 Aug. Hamburg/Germany 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Hamburg. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 14 Aug. At sea 04.00 15 Aug. Sylt/Germany City walking tour of Keitum or Sylter Royal oyster tasting.* 16 Aug. Sylt/Germany 02.30 17 Aug. Hamburg/Germany 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. at anchor Leave the everyday grind behind Once we have got the summer North Sea breeze billowing in our sails, there is nothing to do but sit back and relax. Let yourself be spoilt by our attentive crew, take in the splendid view of a vast horizon and feel the tension melt away. You will also have plenty of time to explore the yacht, enjoy the life on board and lose yourself in the romantic setting of our tall ship. Our travel tip: Hamburg In January 2012 Sea Cloud Cruises became a member of Feine Privathotels, a renowned German association for exquisite privately run hotels. Should you wish to stay in Hamburg before or after your trip on the Sea Cloud ii, we recommend the Hotel Louis C. Jacob. It is the only privately owned luxury hotel in this Hanseatic city. Dates and prices are available upon request and subject to availability. See insert for cruise-only rates! 99 Sea Cloud II – Cruises Denmark Sylt Young pianists, exclusive concerts and relaxation beneath the sails – the Steinway cruise for music lovers. At Steinway every piano is a masterpiece For many the Steinway name is synonymous with the piano – and for good reason, as ever since Henry E. Steinway and his sons founded their company in New York in 1853, Steinway & Sons has produced firstclass pianos, every one of which is a masterpiece with character. Attention to detail and passion for innovation mean that Steinway is today considered to be the founder of modern piano manufacturing. Promoting a new generation of pianists Steinway & Sons is committed to promoting young pianists and supports them through the Steinway Prizewinner Concert Network. Although many young musicians have a great deal of talent and flair, they mostly remain unknown in the music world. This is where Steinway comes into play: Highly talented musicians are selected in first-class piano competitions and are given the opportunity to introduce themselves to a broad audience at international performances. Emerging talents What could be more exciting than witnessing the career of a great artist from the outset? Two young prize winners selected by Steinway will accompany the Sea Cloud ii cruise from Hamburg to Bilbao and treat guests to a diverse musical programme on board. However, top-class musical performances are not just waiting for you at sea: In Hamburg/Germany and in Pauillac/France, guests can enjoy two exclusive piano concerts from exceptional musicians in a stylish ambience. 100 The panoramic trip along the Elbe The Sea Cloud ii departs from Hamburg’s harbour and glides along the Elbe at a leisurely pace. On the way, you will pass the Elbchaussee’s patrician villas, the stair-lined district of Blankenese, the Airbus territory and all the picturesque banks of the Elbe with their green dykes. Bruges: UNESCO World Heritage Site Be it English cloth merchants, Hamburg’s moneybags or traders from Castile, trade has been at the heart of life in this Hanseatic city for centuries. Even today there are still great shopping opportunities in the charming medieval old town of Bruges. As you stroll past ramparts, windmills and romantic canals, you will discover all sorts of artistic and culinary delights in the small boutique shops. A jewel in the Atlantic: Belle-Île-en-Mer It is easy to imagine that this island was the birthplace of summer; as soon as the sun rises over this Breton isle, the cafés and squares are instantly filled with the friendly chatter of locals, accordion players and women selling their wares at the market. With its serene atmosphere, the port of Le Palais is the perfect place to be discovered individually. North Sea Isle of White Netherlands Bruges Germany Oostende Belgium Guernsey France Belle-Île-en-Mer Switzerland Pauillac Bordeaux Spain Italy Bilbao Two charming Hanseatic cities, the Mediterranean side of Great Britain and a taste of French living: Hamburg – Bilbao Sea Cloud ii 10 nights 16 Aug. to 26 Aug. 2015 SCII-1530 16 Aug. Hamburg/Germany Guests arrive individually in Hamburg. Individual transfer to Hotel Louis C. Jacob. Cocktail reception followed by a concert. Afterwards: dinner at Hotel Louis C. Jacob. Overnight stay in a standard room. 17 Aug. Hamburg/Germany 17.00 Breakfast at hotel. Visit to the Steinway manufacturing facilities in the morning, including a guided tour through the production halls. Afterwards: city tour of Hamburg with lunch. Transfer for embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 18 Aug. At sea The artist is introduced in the afternoon and gives a small sample from his/her repertoire. 19 Aug. Oostende/Belgium 08.00 13.30 Charming Bruges.* In the evening: Steinway soirée concert. 20 Aug. Cowes/Isle of White 13.30 18.00 Visit to the Osborne House.* 21 Aug. St Peter Port/Guernsey 08.00 13.30 Island tour.* 22 Aug. At sea In the evening: Steinway soirée concert. 08.00 13.00 23 Aug. Le Palais/Belle-Île-en-Mer 24 Aug. Pauillac/France 14.00 24.00 Excursion to Bordeaux in the afternoon.* Extra: Steinway concert in a château in the evening. 25 Aug. At sea 26 Aug. Bilbao/Spain 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. The listed concerts are already included in the cruise-only rate. It is possible that these concerts might take place on other days. Hotel Louis C. Jacob Guests have the option to book a room with a view of the Elbe for an additional cost (limited number). Rates upon request. See insert for cruise-only rates! 101 Sea Cloud II – Cruises Great Britain Hamburg Italy France Nice St Tropez Hyères Spain Barcelona Mediterranean Sea Menorca Mallorca Escape the daily grind on the vibrant coasts of southern France: Barcelona – Nice A little break from the daily grind It is amazing how quickly a sailing cruise can remove you from the everyday hustle and bustle of life! Once the wind swells the sails and the Sea Cloud ii sets off into the distant horizon, you step into a whole new, unique world. No matter whether you are keen to enjoy the authentic windjammer atmosphere on board or discover the charming cities onshore, hundreds of new insights will turn your little break into a wonderful experience. Savoir-vivre on the French Riviera Sea Cloud ii 4 nights 09 Sep. to 13 Sep. 2015 SCII-1533 09 Sep. Barcelona/Spain 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Barcelona. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 10 Sep. At sea 11 Sep. St Tropez/France 13.30 24.00 12 Sep. Hyères/France 08.00 14.00 Excursion to Bormes-les-Mimosas.* 13 Sep. Nice/France 07.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * This excursion is not included in the cruise-only rate. The French Riviera is characterised by its outdoor life. The bright blue sky provides the perfect setting for a social chat on the street or a glass of pastis in the harbour. This carefree savoir-vivre is not just a privilege of the high society who made the Côte d’Azur their playground in the 1960s. Optimism is quite the custom here – and the relaxed attitude is infectious. Insider tip: charming Hyères In contrast to the lively coastal towns of Nice and St Tropez, Hyères is a charming place that does not seek the limelight so much. This little town offers a rather more tranquil atmosphere and enchants visitors with its authentic Mediterranean flair. From Place Massillon a maze of streets leads up the slope and the pastelcoloured houses are decorated with stone doors and window frames. See insert for cruise-only rates! 102 at anchor Corsica italy Adriatic Sea Mediterranean Sea Spain Mallorca Menorca Ibiza Sardinia Cagliari Lipari Palermo Sicily Málaga Syracuse Malta Tunisia Algeria Morocco S Special offer Revel in the gold of Sicily, the treasures of Sardinia and two enchanting Balearic islands: Malta – Málaga Syracuse: UNESCO World Heritage Site Cicero once described Syracuse as “the greatest and most beautiful of the Greek cities”. Up to a million people – three times the population of mighty Athens – are claimed to have lived there in antiquity. This city on the small island of Ortigia was later conquered first by the Romans, then by Arabs, Byzantines and Normans. They have left behind a unique architectural heritage: UNESCO declared Syracuse a World Heritage Site in 2005 due to its archaeological importance. A masterwork of mosaics: the Cappella Palatina The narrow streets of Palermo’s historic centre with their rattling Vespa scooters and vivacious market women lead to the impressive Norman palace. Inside it you will find the famous Cappella Palatina. Its richness is simply overwhelming: The erstwhile royal chapel is decorated with elements of both Christian and Islamic style, artistic carvings and marble floors. It contains an inner room which is entirely covered with precious golden mosaics. Sea Cloud ii 10 nights 23 Oct. to 02 Nov. 2015 SCII-1540 23 Oct. La Valletta/Malta 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Malta. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 24 Oct. Syracuse/Sicily 08.00 13.30 UNESCO World Heritage Site Val di Noto and Ragusa Ibla or Ortigia.* 25 Oct. Lipari/Aeolian Islands 08.00 13.00 City tour or Liparian cookery course.* 26 Oct. Palermo/Sicily 08.00 17.00 City tour including visit to the cathedral and the Cappella Palatina.* 27 Oct. At sea 28 Oct. Cagliari/Sardinia 08.00 13.30 City tour of Cagliari and trip to a vineyard.* 29 Oct. At sea 30 Oct. Palma de Mallorca/Spain 13.30 19.00 Island tour including trip to a vineyard and wine-tasting.* 31 Oct. Ibiza/Spain 08.00 13.00 Island tour and trip to Ibiza Town.* 01 Nov. At sea 02 Nov. Málaga/Spain 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. at anchor La Seu – Palma’s Gothic cathedral In 1230, at a site once occupied by a mosque, construction work began on the famous cathedral of St Maria in Palma de Mallorca, otherwise known as “La Seu”. Initially built in a pure Gothic style, with spires stretching up to the sky, this cathedral was given a few “modern” touches over the course of the centuries. And at the beginning of the 20th century some of the building’s interior rooms were redesigned by none other than Gaudí. A lecturer accompanies the trip A lecturer will accompany this trip to deliver interesting and informative talks on a range of specialist subjects. See insert for cruise-only rates! 103 Sea Cloud II – Cruises France Spain Jerez de la Frontera Málaga Cádiz Atlantic Ocean Morocco Lanzarote Gran Canaria ng Saili Sailing S Special offer A taste of the Atlantic between Andalusia and the Canary Islands: Málaga – Las Palmas Under full sails to the Canary Islands Sailing Imagine the wind gusting through the yards, the blue expanse of the ocean and the gentle swaying of the three-masted ship as it crosses the sea: Each journey aboard the Sea Cloud ii is a captivating experience. Anyone who dreams of crossing the Atlantic on a tall ship, but is not quite ready to embark on the long voyage, can get a feel for a transatlantic adventure on this journey from the Spanish mainland to the Canary Islands. Sailing Cádiz: rich in history and with plenty of flair Sailing As one of the oldest cities in western Europe, Cádiz has a turbulent history. After the Phoenicians, who founded the city in the eighth century BC, came the Carthaginians, Romans, Visigoths and Moors. The lookout turrets of the city palaces still testify today to the glory days of the trading city and the cheerful charm of the city’s old town. A lively hustle and bustle fills the picturesque alleys, quaint tapas bars and many small squares. The neighbouring city of Jerez de la Frontera, the homeland of sherry, is also worth a visit. Sea Cloud ii 9 nights 02 Nov. to 11 Nov. 2015 SCII-1541 02 Nov. Málaga/Spain Guests arrive individually in Málaga. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 03 Nov. Málaga/Spain 12.00 City walking tour and visit to the market.* 04 Nov. Cádiz/Spain 15.00 Cádiz and Jerez de la Frontera with sherry tasting.* 05 Nov. Cádiz/Spain 07.00 06 Nov. At sea (until 08 Nov.) 09 Nov. Arrecife/Lanzarote 14.00 César Manriques Lanzarote.* 10 Nov. Arrecife/Lanzarote 07.00 11 Nov. Las Palmas/Gran Canaria 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * These excursions are not included in the cruise-only rate. Sailing Sailing Lanzarote and its famous architect With his vision of a harmonious link between mankind and nature, César Manrique transformed Lanzarote into a work of art. This surrealist painter, architect, sculptor, designer and conservationist created colourful wind chimes and wall mosaics, turned lava caves into homes and tirelessly fought to ensure the preservation of the natural and cultural identity of his island of birth. Combination: A lecturer accompanies the trip Combine trips SCII-1541 and SCII-1540 (page 103), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. A lecturer will accompany this trip to deliver interesting and informative talks on a range of specialist subjects. 104 See insert for cruise-only rates! Santa Cruz Tenerife Las Palmas La Gomera Gran Canaria Atlantic Ocean Sea Cloud II – Cruises La Palma Sail around the Canary Islands alongside the legendary Sea Cloud: Las Palmas – Las Palmas Escape the autumn weather When it gets cold and grey at home, and wet autumn leaves start gathering on the pavement, we all slowly but surely start to long for a few hours of sunshine. Where better to make your dreams of summer come true than on a majestic windjammer as it sails through southerly waters. Those looking to soak up a few days of sunshine before winter sets in will find the perfect spot aboard the promenade deck of the Sea Cloud ii. Sea Cloud ii Sailing 4 nights 23 Nov. to 27 Nov. 2015 SCII-1543 23 Nov. Las Palmas/Gran Canaria Guests arrive individually in Las Palmas. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 24 Nov. Las Palmas/Gran Canaria 05.00 Santa Cruz/Tenerife 14.30 The history of Santa Cruz and tapas.* 25 Nov. Santa Cruz/Tenerife 06.00 Meet up with the Sea Cloud and both ships sail together towards La Gomera. San Sebastián/La Gomera 16.30 Opportunity to visit the Sea Cloud. 26 Nov. San Sebastián/La Gomera 09.00 27 Nov. Las Palmas/Gran Canaria 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Sailing Our two tall ships meet at sea – and then we set sail together! Both ships hoist the main sail and glide side by side over the waves, the two eagles positioned on each bow flying together for one whole day at sea. Once we reach La Gomera you will also have the opportunity to visit our tall ship’s legendary sibling. Itinerary subject to change! * This excursion is not included in the cruise-only rate. Sailing Two tall ships, one course A lecturer accompanies the trip Sailing Exciting topics, background information and fascinating facts – our expert offers talks on a whole range of subjects from his specialist field. Combination: Sailing Saili ng Sailing S Special offer Combine trips SCII-1543 and SCII-1544 (page 106), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 105 Atlantic Ocean Gran Canaria Curaçao Venezuela ng Saili Sailing S Special offer Experience a tall ship sailing adventure at first hand while crossing the Atlantic: Las Palmas – Curaçao An authentic sailing experience Sailing Crossing the Atlantic on a traditional tall ship is an experience that leaves a lasting impression. For 17 days your exact course is determined only by the elements. When the crew set the sails at dizzying heights, the wind is caught in the sailcloth and the ropes creak as they are stretched tight, you will experience a tangible sense of freedom. Sea Cloud ii 17 nights 27 Nov. to 14 Dec. 2015 SCII-1544 27 Nov. Las Palmas/Gran Canaria 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Las Palmas. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 28 Nov. At sea (until 13 Dec.) 14 Dec. Willemstad/Curaçao 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! Following in Columbus’ footsteps Sailing Sailing What would have been going through Columbus’ mind as he set sail in 1492? It is virtually impossible to sail across the Atlantic in the discoverer’s footsteps without constantly considering his thoughts and ideas. Columbus had not yet discovered the trade winds which provide ideal sailing conditions in the westerly direction during the winter months, but nowadays we know that they will provide the Sea Cloud ii with idyllic sailing on its way to the Caribbean. Relax and enjoy Sailing Great adventures do not always have to mean great effort. For 17 days we sail a westwards course across the Atlantic, always heading towards a magnificent sunset. It is not long before you will start to sit back and relax; surrounded by vast horizons and looked after by an attentive crew, the stress of daily life will be left behind in no time at all. A lecturer accompanies the trip Sailing Our lecturer will come thoroughly prepared for the two weeks at sea, ready to give you fascinating insights into his/her area of expertise as part of varied and entertaining talks. Our travel tip: Gran Canaria In order to be absolutely sure that your luggage comes with you on the Atlantic crossing, we recommend that you arrive in Las Palmas at least a day in advance: Pre-cruise stay in Las Palmas from 26 Nov. to 27 Nov. 2015. One night bed and breakfast in a first-class hotel, including transfer and island trip. Rates upon request. Minimum number of participants: 10 people Our travel tip: Central America Prolong your cruise in the same cabin for an extra seven nights on board from Curaçao to Puerto Limón from 14 Dec. to 21 Dec. 2015 at our attractive additional price. See insert for rates. (This offer is only available in combination with the Atlantic crossing of the Sea Cloud ii; the early booking incentive and other discounts are not available for these rates.) Combination: Combine trips SCII-1544 and SCII-1543 (page 105), and save 10% on the cruise-only rate of the second trip. See insert for cruise-only rates! 106 Aruba Curaçao Nicaragua Costa Rica Cartagena Puerto Limón San José Bocas del Toro Venezuela Colón Panama Panama City Colombia Pacific Ocean S Special offer Sail with the trade winds to pastel-coloured paradises, to Panama and Costa Rica: Curaçao – Puerto Limón (San José) Idyllic sailing along the trade winds In winter and spring the Caribbean trade winds provide ideal speeds and perfect stability while delivering extremely pleasant air and water temperatures. The many hours out at sea will turn into a real joy for the tall ship, and a delight for those looking to enjoy freedom beneath the sails. All this in stunning waters. Visit two of the ABC islands: Aruba and Curaçao Aruba and Curaçao make up the A and C of the ABC islands and belong to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Their distinctive features – including Delft tiles, Dutch gable houses, palms and the pastel colours of the Caribbean – make this an enchanting destination. Curaçao boasts a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the shape of its small capital Willemstad. Panama City and the Panama Canal Sea Cloud ii 7 nights 14 Dec. to 21 Dec. 2015 SCII-1545 14 Dec. Willemstad/Curaçao 22.00 Guests arrive individually in Curaçao. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 15 Dec. Oranjestad/Aruba 08.00 13.00 Island trip with an “aloe” theme.* 16 Dec. At sea 17 Dec. Cartagena/Colombia 09.00 18.00 City tour and folklore.* 18 Dec. At sea 19 Dec. Colón/Panama 07.00 16.00 Panama City including visit to the Miraflores dam.* 20 Dec. Bocas del Toro/Panama 09.00 14.00 Boat tour through the national park.* 21 Dec. Puerto Limón (San José)/Costa Rica 02.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. When the Panama Canal opened in 1914 after more than 30 years of construction, it allowed ships sailing between New York and Los Angeles to shorten their route by almost 15,000 kilometres (9,320 miles). Panama City has experienced enormous growth ever since. The contrast between its ultra-modern banking centre and lovingly restored historic quarters is what makes the city Central America’s style capital. A lecturer accompanies the trip Knowledge, entertainment and facts – our expert is on hand to give talks on a wide variety of specialist subjects. He will also be on board to answer any questions that you may have. See insert for cruise-only rates! 107 Sea Cloud II – Cruises Caribbean Sea Through the Panama Canal to the unique natural treasures of Costa Rica and Panama. Panama City and the Panama Canal It took 30 eventful years for the Panama Canal to be finally completed. In 2014, this huge construction is celebrating its 100th anniversary and the new three-tier lock system is also set to be brought into service. Travelling through the canal during the day is a very special experience. Panama City is the latest top destination in Central America and also an absolute must-see, with its historical quarters and the ultra-modern centre creating an appealing contrast. Costa Rica’s and Panama’s Pacific coast: perfect sailing waters The Pacific coast is blessed with an abundance of natural beauty, reliable winds, outstanding anchorages, lush green coasts and radiant sunshine. Columbus named Costa Rica “La Huerta”, or “the garden”, and the name is just as fitting today as it was back then. The Coiba National Park The Coiba National Park is one of the largest marine national parks in the world and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005. Made up of 38 smaller islands and the larger Coiba Island, the park is home to many indigenous plant and animal species. And as this is also the ideal habitat for marine wildlife, you are more than likely to encounter one of the park’s 23 whale and dolphin species. The picture-perfect beaches of Costa Rica and Panama On the tranquil coasts of Costa Rica and Panama, unforgettable natural scenery and beautiful relaxing beaches can be found just a few steps away from one another. Paradisiacal conservation areas blend into charming bays, and shady 108 palms line the beaches as if on a picture postcard. What is more, if you really just want to relax, you will find the perfect place to do so in the soft sand of Coiba, Tortuga and the Islas de las Perlas. The Corcovado National Park: one of the most picturesque areas of Costa Rica Stretching out into the Pacific Ocean, the Osa Peninsula is home to one of Costa Rica’s unspoiled rainforests. Gigantic trees reach up to 80 metres (262 feet) into the air, while around 400 different species of bird fill the skies. The forest is also home to a host of other wildlife including tapirs, pumas, jaguars, ocelots and anteaters. Granada – a UNESCO World Heritage Site Situated picturesquely at the foot of a volcano and on the shore of a lake, the Nicaraguan town of Granada never ceases to conjure up stunning views of the natural and the man-made. Founded by the Spanish in 1524, it was one of the most influential towns in Central America for around 200 years. It is still considered an insider tip among the region’s colonial pearls. The significance of its historical legacy has earned it a very special seal of approval: a place on the UNESCO World Heritage Site List. A lecturer accompanies the trip The fascinating flora and fauna in Costa Rica’s national parks are bound to throw up questions. Therefore, a scientist with a detailed knowledge of the region’s various ecosystems will be on hand to answer them. He will give presentations and accompany the shore excursions. Nicaragua San Juan del Sur Atlantic Ocean Islas Tortugas Puntarenas Puerto Limón San José Costa Rica Playa San Josecito Pacific Ocean Panama Canal Casa Orquideas Panama Balboa Islas de las Perlas Coiba National Park Festive days between a megacity, national parks and beach paradises: Puerto Limón (San José) – Puntarenas (San José) Sea Cloud ii 14 nights 21 Dec. 2015 to 04 Jan. 2016 SCII-1546 21 Dec. Puerto Limón (San José)/Costa Rica 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Puerto Limón. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 22 Dec. At sea 23 Dec. Sail through the Panama Canal during the day (approx. 07.00 – 18.00). Balboa/Panama19.00 24 Dec. Balboa/Panama 13.00 City tour of Panama City.* 25 Dec. Islas de las Perlas/Panama 08.00 13.30 26 Dec. At sea 27 Dec. Coiba National Park/Panama 08.00 13.30 28 Dec. At sea 29 Dec. Casa Orquideas/Costa Rica 08.30 13.00 Visit to the botanical garden.* 30 Dec. Playa San Josecito/Costa Rica 08.00 13.30 Hike along the national park.* 31 Dec. Islas Tortugas/Costa Rica 07.00 01 Jan. Islas Tortugas/Costa Rica 02.00 02 Jan. San Juan del Sur/Nicaragua 07.00 20.00 Granada city tour and boat trip on Lake Nicaragua.* 03 Jan. At sea 04.00 04 Jan. Puntarenas (San José)/Costa Rica Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! at anchor Extras * These excursions are included in the cruise-only rate. Our travel tip: Central America Prolong your cruise in the same cabin for an extra seven nights on board from Curaçao to Puerto Limón from 14 Dec. to 21 Dec. 2015 at our attractive additional price. See insert for rates. (This offer is only available in combination with the Christmas and New Year cruise of the Sea Cloud ii; the early booking incentive and other discounts are not available for these rates. The combination discount of 10% for the second trip (SCII-1546) cannot be used with this offer either.) See insert for cruise-only rates! 109 Sea Cloud II – Cruises Lake Nicaragua Cabin Categories of Sea Cloud ii. Luxury owner suites No 401 and 402 (Cat. A) Both approx. 27 m2/290 sq ft owner suites are located on the Lido Deck. Their panorama windows let in a great deal of light and offer stunning views of the sea. The centrepiece of each room is a romantic, four-poster king size bed featuring two separate mattresses (each 99 cm x 209 cm). In addition to specially selected furniture, guests may also make use of four wardrobes, a TV with a DVD player (concealed behind a painting above the fireplace), a mini-bar and a safe. In the room’s approx. 4,2 m2/45 sq ft marble bathroom, gold-plated taps and inlays offer a nostalgic touch. Both bathrooms feature a bathtub, a separate shower, a marble washbasin and a WC. Owner suite No 402 is decorated in shades of orange. Junior suites No 303-319 (Cat. B) All junior suites are located on the Promenade Deck, where you will also find the restaurant, boutique and reception. Each suite is approx. 23 m2/247 sq ft. Elegant rosewood furniture, a grey-white marble fireplace and a queen size bed (180 cm x 200 cm) with separate single mattresses and a canopy give the room its elegant style. The junior suites feature large panorama windows, a separate seating area, a walk-in closet and a TV/DVD player. Behind one of the beautiful cupboard doors you will find a mini-bar and a safe. The bathrooms (each approx. 3,2 m2/34 sq ft in size) feature a fitted bathtub, a WC, and a marble washbasin with gold-plated taps. De luxe double-bed cabins No 301 and 302 (Cat. C) These two de luxe outside cabins are located on the Promenade Deck. They both feature panorama windows, a separate seating area, a TV with DVD player, a minibar, a wardrobe and a safe. The queen size bed (180 cm x 200 cm) can be separated into two single beds. Approx. 20 m2/ 204 sq ft in size, these cabins always deliver a spacious feel. The approx. 3 m2/32 sq ft bathroom features a WC, a shower and a marble washbasin with gold-plated taps. 110 De luxe double-bed cabins No 218-223 (Cat. D) The six Cat. D de luxe outside cabins are located on the Cabin Deck, where you will also find the ship’s hospital, sauna, swim platform and fitness area. Approx. 19 m2/204 sq ft in size, each cabin includes two portholes, a TV/DVD player, a mini-bar, a wardrobe and a safe. The queen size bed (180 cm x 200 cm) can be separated into two single beds. Stylish furniture and a beautiful seating area give this cabin an extremely comfortable feel. The approx. 3 m2/32 sq ft bathroom with a fitted shower and gold-plated taps includes a WC and a marble washbasin. The cabins are located in the middle of the ship. De luxe double-bed cabins No 207-217, 224-231 (Cat. E) These Cat. E outside cabins are approx. 16 m2/172 sq ft and are also located on the Cabin Deck. The two single beds create a large queen size bed (180 cm x 200 cm). Of course these cabins also feature a TV with a DVD player, a mini-bar, a wardrobe and a safe. A small seating area is situated next to the two portholes, emphasising the room’s modern maritime feel. The approx. 3 m2/ 32 sq ft bathroom includes a shower, a marble washbasin with gold-plated taps and a WC. Upper-/lower-bed cabins No 204-206 (Cat. F) The cabins in this category are still furnished in the traditional windjammer style: with bunk beds (each 90 cm x 200 cm). They are mainly suited to single travellers and are located on the Cabin Deck. These cabins are approximately 12 m2/129 sq ft. The approx. 3 m2/32 sq ft bathroom features a fitted shower, a WC and a marble washbasin with gold-plated taps. The room’s two portholes offer views out to sea. Of course these cabins also feature a TV with a DVD player, a mini-bar, a small seating area, a wardrobe and a safe. 111 Deck Plan of Sea Cloud ii. Captain Bridge Sun Deck Lido Deck Lido Bar Lounge Library Lido Deck Restaurant Promenade Deck Boutique Purser Reception Cabin Deck Sauna Fitness Area Hospital Suites with bathtub/shower and walk-in closet (all other cabins showers & closets) Cabins with connecting doors Swim Platform Masts Cabin Categories of S ea C loud ii Cat. A Luxury owner suites Cat. C De luxe double-bed cabins Cat. E De luxe double-bed cabins Cat. B Junior suites Cat. D De luxe double-bed cabins Cat. F Upper-/lower-bed cabins Guaranteed cabins: Your cabin number will be assigned with your travel documentation. There is only a limited allotment available for these categories. 112 Sail Diagram and Technical Data of Sea Cloud ii. 1Bowsprit 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Flying Jib Fore Topgallant Staysail Outer Jib Inner Jib Fore Topmast Staysail Fore Mast Fore Royal Fore Topgallant Fore Upper Topsail 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Fore Lower Topsail Fore Course Main Royal Staysail Main Topgallant Staysail Main Topmast Staysail Main Mast Sky Sail Main Royal Main Topgallant Main Upper Topsail 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Main Lower Topsail Main Course Mizzen Topgallant Staysail Mizzen Topmast Staysail Mizzen Mast Upper Spanker Lower Spanker Mizzen Spanker Boom Middle Gaff Upper Gaff Technical Data • Length overall: 117 m/384 ft • Beam: 16 m/53 ft • Draft: 5,40 m/18 ft • Height of main mast above deck: 57 m/187 ft • Total sail area: 3.000 m2/32,000 sq ft • Number of sails: 23 • Passengers: max. 94 • Crew: approx. 65 • 47 outside cabins (of those 29 cabins with shower/WC, 16 junior suites with bathtub/WC and 2 luxury owner suites with bathtub and shower/WC) with bathrobes, hair dryer, telephone, adjustable A/C, private safe, TV/DVD, mini-bar • Lido deck with bar • Restaurant (98 seats) with open seating and one sitting • Lounge, boutique, library with laptop, sauna, fitness area, swim platform • Hospital • Flag: Malta • Year constructed: 2001 113 Clearly more: the many included services on board the yachts of S ea C loud C ruises . Our 5 stars fulfil the highest demands. They are a included on board the S ea C loud C ruises promise of safety, true relaxation and real pleasure. yachts in the cruise rate, are also part of it. And so All the special little details and extras, which are you can expect simply more from us. Here is our overview of the main services included: • Beautifully appointed cabin in selected category • Fresh fruit basket in your cabin, replenished daily • Welcoming bottle of champagne in your cabin • E-mails can be sent free of charge from the on-board laptop • All meals (six per day) from early-bird breakfast to the exquisite 4-course dinner menu with choice of main course • English-speaking tour guide • 5-course gala dinner during the cruise • Premium travel documents with detailed destination information • Welcome and farewell cocktail with champagne • All port fees • Selected wines and beers thoughtfully chosen to complement lunch and dinner • All soft drinks and juices throughout the cruise • All alcohol-free coffee and tea specialties • Use of watersports facilities such as snorkelling and waterskiing equipment (weather permitting) • Free laundry service for cat. A-C (Sea Cloud) and cat. A+B ( Sea Cloud ii) cabin guests • Bottled water on the excursions Included beverages on a seven-night cruise valued at approx. € 300 / US$ 400 per person. TOGETHER ON BOARD. Celebrate special family occasions and anniversaries, or simply spend time travelling with friends – our yachts also take group bookings or can be booked as a private charter. Find out more at: www.seacloud.com/en/charter 114 Appealing added features. Early booking incentive: Save up to € 480 / US$ 1,200 per person Those who book their holiday early can take advantage of our early booking discount, which can save travellers up to € 480 / US$ 1,200 per person. See price list for details on early booking deadlines and incentives. “Bring a Friend”: € 200 on-board credit Encourage your friends! For a new booking of an additional cabin on the same cruise from seven nights on, you and your friends will receive a one-off on-board credit of € 200 per cabin. Combination incentive: Save 10% When you combine two or more consecutive cruises, you will receive a 10% discount on your second cruise and any further cruises (cruise-only rates). Shore excursions included The shore excursions on all winter cruises in the Caribbean, Central America and Panama are already included in the cruise-only rate. Special offers: Save up to € 2.420 / US$ 3,700 per person Take advantage of our fantastic special offers when booking any one of our trips marked with . You could save up to € 2.420 / US$ 3,700 per person. Attractive single cabin prices On all cruises, a small allotment of guaranteed single cabins is available at no extra charge. 115 Collaborative partners of S ea C loud C ruises ... FEINE PRIVATHOTELS HanseMerkur travel insurance In January 2012 Sea Cloud Cruises became a member of the German association for first-class hotels: FEINE PRIVATHOTELS. This group of hoteliers all share the same values and dedication: a love of authenticity, a passion for culture and joie de vivre, and complete commitment to providing a first-class service tailored to suit each individual guest. Sea Cloud Cruises has teamed up with HanseMerkur, Germany’s second largest travel insurance provider, to put together a range of insurance policies for you so that you can enjoy your perfect holiday without any worry or hassle. The German consumer organisation “Stiftung Warentest” is amongst those impressed by HanseMerkur’s range of products, awarding high scores to the company’s travel policies time and time again. The group’s twelve partner hotels, all privately run, are mainly located in Germany, the Engadin valley in Switzerland and the Algarve. They rank amongst the finest hotels in the world and offer multi award-winning cuisine. • FÄHRHAUS SYLT • SCHLOSSHOTEL BURG SCHLITZ • HOTEL LOUIS C. JACOB • SCHLOSSHOTEL MÜNCHHAUSEN • SCHLOSSHOTEL HUGENPOET • DIE SONNE FRANKENBERG • HOTEL BÜLOW PALAIS • KETSCHAUER HOF • WALD & SCHLOSSHOTEL FRIEDRICHSRUHE • HOTEL PARADIES • HOTEL-RESTAURANT ERBPRINZ • VILA JOYA BOUTIQUE RESORT More information on the individual hotels can be found at www.feine-privathotels.de (only in German) 116 The Sea Cloud Cruises Premium Coverage offers you the best protection against any potential risk and the consequences thereof, both before and during your holiday. Cover includes health insurance and return travel expenses. The travel cancellation insurance – solo – offers protection against cancellation costs, and the curtailment holiday insurance policy even offers to reimburse you the cost of the trip in its entirety should you have to cancel your holiday during the first half of the trip. You can buy your insurance cover now for prices starting at just € 39. Make sure that your dream holiday stays that way, even when the unthinkable happens. More information on insurance policies and full insurance conditions can be found at www.seacloud.com/travel-insurance ... and special recommendations for our guests. Loyalty reward scheme Wedding on board Earn rewards for your loyalty with Sea Cloud Cruises’ loyalty scheme. White sails, vast skies and a sparkling sea – getting married aboard a romantic tall ship is a once in a lifetime experience. Add a touch of magic to your special day by saying “I do” aboard one of our elegant sailing yachts, the Sea Cloud or the Sea Cloud ii. If you have already taken at least two cruises aboard one of our Sea Cloud Cruises yachts, you will receive a loyalty discount of 3-5% off the cruise price for each additional trip you book on the Sea Cloud and the Sea Cloud ii. The following loyalty discounts apply to all new bookings: 3% when booking your 3rd cruise with Sea Cloud Cruises 4% when booking your 4th cruise with Sea Cloud Cruises 5%when booking your 5th or any additional cruise with Sea Cloud Cruises The discount will be calculated for each individual passenger based on the number of previously completed voyages and pending voyages already booked/deposited with Sea Cloud Cruises and will be automatically deducted from the overall cruise price when the booking is made. A special feature of our loyalty scheme is that loyalty discounts can be combined with all other special offers available on our cruise bookings. What is more, as a special thank you to all our customers who have been travelling with us for a number of years, we will include any cruises completed since 2004 when calculating your loyalty premium. Further details and conditions can be found at www.seacloud.com/ loyalty-reward-scheme From a legal marriage ceremony, performed by our captain, to a relaxed honeymoon set against magnificent scenery – at Sea Cloud Cruises you are treated to the complete package. And as our windjammers can hold up a maximum of 64 to 94 guests, we can make sure everything is arranged to suit your every wish. Our wedding package priced at € 2.495 (approx. US$ 3,365) in addition to the cruise rate includes a range of services which are sure to make the most important day of your life and your honeymoon a truly unforgettable experience: •Legal marriage ceremony on board •Traditional ceremony performed by the captain •Completion of all official procedures and payment of fees •Bottle of champagne in your cabin •Champagne breakfast in your cabin •Dinner for two •Wedding reception including champagne and canapés •Honeymoon decoration in your cabin More information can be found at www.seacloud.com/wedding 117 Useful information. Boutique: Dietary requirements: The boutique on each yacht provides accessories, clothes and gifts. These can be purchased on board or via the website www.seacloudseason.de/en. We are happy to take into account your requests in terms of dietary requirements. Please inform us of these well before your voyage. Cabin fittings: Dress code: On all of our ships, each cabin is equipped with a direct-dial telephone, a safe in the wardrobe and an assortment of soft drinks, which are available free of charge. In the bathroom you will find a selection of luxury toiletries, as well as bathrobes, slippers and a hair dryer. Cabins on board the Sea Cloud ii are also equipped with a television, a DVD player and a radio. Changes of schedule: Even with the most meticulous route planning, changes to the itinerary may be necessary due to weather conditions or other unforeseeable circumstances. You will be kept informed on board about any necessary changes. Electric voltage: Computer/e-mail/Internet: Gratuities are not included in the cruise-only rate and are at each passenger’s discretion. At the end of the voyage, designated tip envelopes will be available. As a guideline, we suggest € 14 per person per day on the Sea Cloud and the Sea Cloud ii. A laptop is available free of charge in the library (Sea Cloud ii) or the lounge (Sea Cloud). You can access the Internet using an access code (Wi-Fi) with this laptop or your own laptop. This is subject to a charge. You can get the code from the reception or the purser. Currency on board: The currency on board is the Euro (€). All the main credit cards (MasterCard, Visa Card, American Express and Diners Club) as well as German EC cards and traveller’s cheques are accepted on board. 118 During the day, and depending on the weather, a sophisticated summer look is suitable. For the evening, we recommend smart-casual wear. We also kindly request that guests refrain from wearing shorts at evening meals. The Captain’s Dinner (an event which normally takes place twice on each trip – once on short cruises) is a time when our guests tend to opt for a more elegant look. We recommend a suit for men and appropriate smart dress for women. The voltage on board is 220 V. Each bathroom is equipped with a razor socket. Gratuities: Languages on board: The languages used on board are German and English. Daily programmes, menus and announcements will be made in English. Depending on the group, we always endeavour to organise German or English-speaking tour guides for our shore excursions. Laundry: Our washing and ironing service is provided at an additional charge and carried out overnight. For guests staying in cat. A-C cabins (Sea Cloud) or cat. A+B cabins (Sea Cloud ii), this service is provided free of charge. Restaurant: Massage/beauty treatments: Smoking is only permitted on the outer decks outside of meal times. However, we kindly request that smokers take the comfort of other passengers into consideration. For your own personal comfort, we provide a range of spa services on board the Sea Cloud ii (massages and beauty treatments at an extra charge), using the finest products from Maria Galland. Medical advice: The Sea Cloud and the Sea Cloud ii both have on-board hospitals managed by the ship’s doctor, who is available at any time in the event of an emergency. No lifts are available on our yachts, and guests will have to use the stairs, therefore you should make sure you are in good physical health before embarking on one of our voyages. If you are unsure whether you will be able to manage the conditions on board, please contact us. Specific care must be agreed upon in advance. On-board programme: The main attraction is, of course, sailing and seafaring skills on board our windjammers. Lecturers and artists are also on board on selected voyages, offering stimulating talks or additional entertainment. An on-board pianist will be playing on both ships during our afternoon coffee service and in the evenings. In addition, guests can borrow books (in both English and German), popular board games, as well as DVDs (Sea Cloud ii only). On our yachts, you will eat in one sitting with a free choice of table seating. Meal times are printed on the daily on-board programme. Smoking: Watersports equipment: On board the Sea Cloud and the Sea Cloud ii you will have access to waterski facilities and snorkelling equipment – enough for all guests and available in various sizes. The gangway (Sea Cloud) or the swim platform (Sea Cloud ii) offer guests direct access to the largest swimming pool in the world: the sea. The ship’s management team will decide where and when swimming stops will take place; subject to weather conditions and approval from the appropriate authorities. All prices for services offered in this catalogue are current as of May 2014. Prices are subject to change. EU regulation: In accordance with the European regulation concerning the liability of carriers of passengers by sea in the event of accidents, we are under obligation to notify passengers of their rights in the event of an accident at sea. A summary of the provisions can be found at www.seacloud.com/eu-regulation. 119 Terms and Conditions of Travel of the Company Sea Cloud Cruises GmbH in its capacity as Tour Organizer for SY Sea Cloud and SY Sea Cloud ii Dear Guest, We hope that you have found the appropriate vacation trip in our programme, and we welcome you to the exclusive circle of S ea Cloud Cruises GmbH (SCC) guests. Please read the following Information and Conditions carefully so that you will know exactly what you can expect from us. The information and conditions regulate the contractual relationship between you and us, and you shall recognize them with your reservation. We are striving to relieve you of troubles and worries in as far as humanly possible. The delineation of our responsibility is designed to provide clarity regarding what you may expect and our liability. 1. Application and Travel Confirmation 1.1. Via your tour application, you are offering SCC, in a binding manner, the opportunity to close a travel agreement. Your tour registration may transpire in writing. The travel agreement will only become binding from the time that we confirm the reservation and the price to you or your travel agent in writing. 1.2. The applicant is liable for all contractual obligations of other tour participants that he registers provided that he has expressly confirmed to do so. 1.3. You shall receive a travel confirmation upon conclusion of the contract or without delay thereafter. The confirmation shall contain all essential information regarding travel performances you have reserved, provided that said information does not already follow from the travel brochure. 1.4. All personal data, which you submit to us for handling your trip, is subject to the provisions of the Federal Data Protection Act. Data will be protected against improper use. 1.5. If the subject-matter of the confirmation of the holiday deviates from the subjectmatter of the booking, then a new offer by SCC is in existence to which it is bound for the duration of 10 days. The contract comes into existence on the basis of this new offer if the traveller declares his acceptance to SCC in writing or by payment within the commitment period. 2. Payment 2.1. You are required to make a down-payment of 10% per person within one week following receipt of the travel confirmation and the invoice. The remaining balance shall be due for payment four weeks prior to commencement of travel and before receipt of travel documents (tickets, etc.). The entire tour price is due for immediate payment in the event of applications made at short notice. 2.2. If the traveller is in default with a payment to SCC, SCC can cancel the contract. In this case SCC can claim cancellation fees in accordance with paragraph 5.2. 2.3. The travel contract will be cancelled automatically if payment is not received by the beginning of travel. In this instance, SCC will be entitled to demand corresponding cancellation charges as compensation for damages according to paragraph 5.2. 2.4. The customer is required to bear the cost of ancillary performances, such as acquiring a visa, etc., as well as the costs for reservations or inquiries made by telegraph or telephone. 2.5. All payments must be made directly to SCC. The travel agency is not authorized to receive payments. Payments to the intermediary travel agency will be made at the traveller’s own risk and will have no dept-discharging effect should the travel agency fail to forward the payments to SCC. 3. Performances and Prices 3.1. The scope of contractual performances arises from the travel itinerary and from the travel confirmation. 3.2. Service package Included are: • cruise in the reserved cabin including full board and soft drinks. Table wines are included at meal times; • all transfers and luggage transport mentioned in the programme; • all overnight stays mentioned in the programme; • all meals mentioned in the programme; • all sightseeing tours mentioned in the programme (German or English), if not stated otherwise; • harbour and docking fees. The following items are not included: tips, excess baggage, additional meals, beverages (so far as not expressly included), optional excursions, other personal expenses. 3.3. Flights SCC only arranges flights as intermediary if this is expressly stated in the confirmation of travel. Carriage is booked in the Tourist Class; also in the Business or First Class at extra tariff cost in as far as these are available. Flights on days other than the travel days booked e.g. as a result of pre- or post-programmes can lead to extra costs. The airlines always only accept seat reservations as non-binding wishes. The conditions of carriage of the airlines for whose flights we act as intermediary are binding. We shall be pleased to provide these to you on request. Depending on the selection of flights it can happen that the outward flight is in the late afternoon or evening, but the return flight is in the morning. There is no claim for compensation for catering services not used at the location. 3.4. Baggage conveyance Up to 20 kg baggage per flight passenger will be conveyed (First Class 30 kg). For travel to some countries (incl. USA, Canada, Mexico and within Germany) measurements are based not on the weight, but instead on the number of baggage items and their dimensions. Excess baggage can in principle be carried at extra cost. Children under the age of two have no claim to baggage conveyance. Please report damage or delays in delivery promptly on the spot to the relevant airline via a Property Irregularity Report (P.I.R.). The report is a prerequisite for any liability. 3.5. Services not used by traveller SCC shall endeavour to obtain reimbursement of saved costs from the service provider if the traveller fails to utilize travel services due to premature return journey and in other significant cases. This shall not apply if services are fully irrelevant or if a refund is opposed by legal or official regulations. SCC is entitled to retain 20% of the refundable amount as compensation for additional effort and expenses. 120 4. Modification of Services and Prices 4.1. A change of airline company, of aircraft or of the departure and arrival airport may become necessary should an airline cancel a flight and e.g. in the event of failure of the airline to comply with the flight schedule. Right is retained to effect such kind of change or modification in such or similar instances. Only costs, equivalent to a second class railroad journey, will be refunded in the event of substitute transportation. 4.2. Changes in the trip’s itinerary are possible for ship voyages, e.g. in case of floodings or low water level, inclement weather conditions, governmental regulations, if the vessel could not adhere to its schedule at the time that travel commences because of an unforeseen technical defect that causes postponement of the trip itinerary, if the vessel’s management alters the vessel’s course in the interest of passengers’ safety or any other special reason related to the ship travel. In any such cases SCC has the right to make use of other means of transportation such as but not limited to coaches and buses for some routes. 4.3. Any such and comparable divergences from and modifications to individual travel performances contained in the travel agreement, which become necessary after the agreement is closed, and which are not induced by SCC contrary to the principles of good faith and trust, are solely permissible, if they are not substantial and if they do not impede the overall tailored style of the reserved trip. The modified performance shall supersede the performance due under contract. Contingent claims under warranty shall remain unaffected, in as far as substitute performance is flawed. In the event that the overall tailored style of the reserved trip is unreasonably modified due to said substitute performances, then we shall grant you the option to change your reservations, free of charge, or to cancel the travel agreement without paying any fees. SCC shall undertake to immediately inform you of any such divergences or modifications, in as far as possible. 4.4. SCC reserves the right to alter the indicated prices, which have been confirmed on booking, in the case of an increase of transportation costs or of fees for particular services, such as port or airport charges, bunker surcharges, insurance fees or in the case of an alteration of the exchange rates applicable to the holiday in question, to the extent to which this increase has an effect on the price of the holiday per person or per seat, provided more than four months lie between the conclusion of the contract and the stipulated date of the holiday. In the case of a subsequent amendment to the price of the holiday or of an amendment to an essential travel service, SCC must inform the traveller accordingly without delay, at the latest, however, 21 days before commencement of the holiday. Price increases after this period are not permissible. In the case of price increases of more than 5% or in the case of a considerable amendment to an essential travel service, the traveller is entitled to withdraw from the tourist travel contract free of charge or to demand to take a holiday which is at least of the same value, if the tour operator is in a position to offer such a holiday from its range of holidays at no extra cost for the traveller. The customer must assert these rights without delay against SCC after the latter’s declaration of the price increase or of the amendment of the travel service. 5. Cancellation, Changing Reservations, Substitute Persons 5.1. You may cancel your trip in writing at any time prior to commencement of travel. Your cancellation notice shall become effective on the date we receive it. 5.2. If one of the parties cancels the contract or if you do not start the journey, SCC may demand reasonable compensation for arrangements it has made in conjunction with the trip and for its expenses, even if SCC has not yet confirmed the trip or if you fail to begin the journey. Our flat rate claim to reimbursement consists of a processing fee of EUR 25.00 per person for cancellation of a reserved trip up to 150 days prior to commencement of travel. The following annulment fees shall arise in the event of later cancellation: • 25% of the tour price for cancellation 149 – 50 days prior to commencement of travel; • 35% of the tour price for cancellation 49 – 22 days prior to commencement of travel; • 55% of the tour price for cancellation 21 – 15 days prior to commencement of travel; • 80% of the tour price for cancellation 14 days or less prior to commencement of travel; • 90% of the tour price for cancellation on the same day as the commencement of travel or failure to appear. Costs that the service provider charges to SCC, e.g., empty bed fee charged by a hotel for cancellation at short notice or special fees for cruises, shall be additionally invoiced in the event that individual or group trips are annulled. The traveller is free to prove to SCC that SCC has no loss or that the loss is less than the aforementioned flat rate. In this case the lower proven loss will be applied in place of the flat. SCC reserves the right to charge reimbursement fees beyond the flat rates mentioned above. In this case SCC has to verify and prove the loss, taking any expenses that have been saved and/or any other potential uses for the travel services into consideration. 5.3. We will endeavour to modify the travel registration (change reservations) subject to availability, at your request, up to 75 days prior to commencement of travel. Any change of reservations made as of the 74th day prior to commencement of travel will require you to serve notice that you are cancelling the reserved trip, and it will require subsequent re-registration. This shall not apply for requested changes of reservations that solely cause substantiated, minor expenses. Modification of the travel date, the travel destination, accommodations or the means of transportation shall apply as a change of reservations. 5.4. You may appoint a substitute person for yourself up to commencement of travel. In such case you are required to inform the tour organizer thereof. The tour organizer may object to any such substitute person on the basis of good cause, (e.g., special requirements linked to the trip, statutory bans, refusal by airlines or by hotel operators, etc.). If a third party enters into the contract, then he or she and the registrant are jointly and severally liable in respect of SCC for the price of the holiday and for additional costs incurred through the entry of the third party. 5.5. Cancellation fees and fees for changing reservations are due for immediate payment. 6. Cancellation and Rescission of Agreement by the Tour Organizer 6.1. SCC may rescind the travel agreement after commencement of travel, without complying with a term of notice, if travellers persistently disturb execution of the trip despite an appropriate warning issued by the tour organizer. The same shall apply if anyone should behave in a manner which is gravely in breach of contract and justifies the immediate cancellation. In addition SCC has the right to cancel the travel contract without notice if in the captain’s opinion the traveller is unfit for travel due to illness, physical disability or for any other reason or if the traveller requires special assistance but is travelling without this assistance or if the trip has been booked based on incorrect information. SCC shall, however, after cancellation retain its claim to the tour price. The person causing the disturbance is liable for any possible extra cost for return transportation. However, SCC is required to allow credit for the value of saved costs as well as for advantages which may be obtained from another application of services not used, including possible reimbursements from service providers. 6.2. SCC may rescind the trip up to two weeks prior to commencement of travel due to failure to obtain the minimum number of participants if (a) the minimum number of participants in the brochure is stated as well as the point in time by which the traveller must be informed of the withdrawal prior to the contractually agreed-upon commencement of the travel and (b) the number of minimum participants as well as the latest date of possible cancellation are clearly stated in the travel confirmation or reference is made to the respective travel description where such information is stated. The cancellation notice will be immediately forwarded to you. Your paid tour price will be immediately refunded. 7. Rescission of the Contract due to exceptional Circumstances 7.1. SCC or the traveller may both rescind the travel agreement if the trip is rendered considerably difficult, endangered or impeded due to an Act of Providence, (e.g., war, internal unrest, natural catastrophes). SCC shall immediately refund the paid tour price in such instance. However, SCC may demand compensation for rendered or outstanding travel performances. 7.2. If a trip is cancelled subsequent to commencement of travel, then the tour organizer is obligated to undertake appropriate measures, and he is especially obligated to provide return transportation for travellers, if possible. The contracting parties shall each bear one half of the costs for return transportation. The traveller will be required to bear all additional expenses. 8. Liability 8.1. We shall bear liability within the scope of the due diligence of a prudent businessman: 8.1.1. for conscientious preparation of the trip; 8.1.2. for careful selection and monitoring of service providers, (e.g., transportation corporations, hotel operators, etc.); 8.1.3. for due and proper rendering of contractually covenanted tour performances, under consideration of applicable legal provisions of the respective country and place of destination. 8.2. However, we are not liable for information contained in hotel and local site brochures. We have no influence on their origin. We also bear no liability if national political conditions and contingent entry regulations change at the point of destination, after this brochure is printed, that encumber entry into the affected country or point of destination or which render the same infeasible. We shall inform you at short notice of any such essential, subsequent changes, in as far as possible. 8.3. We are liable for the fault of a person entrusted with rendering a service, unless otherwise stipulated under these Terms and Conditions of Travel or stipulated by prevailing conditions, and provided that the person entrusted to render service had caused an instance of damage not only upon the occasion of performing contract. The measure of indebted diligence shall be determined by conditions at the site of service rendered. Your tour will primarily take you to foreign countries, where foreign living conditions and where laws, that are partially foreign to us, prevail. 8.4. Scope of liability SCC is not liable for faulty performances among mediated third party services, provided that expressed reference is made to mediated services in the travel documents and on the travel confirmation. Having stated this requirement, the following provisions shall solely apply for flights for which the traveller receives a corresponding ticket: SCC, in its capacity as a mediator, is not liable for performance of transportation services, rather the corporate carrier is responsible. SCC is not an air freight carrier. The liability of airline companies is based on their own terms and conditions of transportation, which can be provided by SCC upon request. For all remaining purposes, airlines’ liability is restricted by international conventions and regulations, e.g., by the Warsaw Convention and EU Directive No. 295/91 dated February 4, 1991. We will send these to you upon request. Liability for damages caused by delay is excluded. 8.5. Warranty 8.5.1. The traveller may demand relief if the tour is not performed in compliance with contract. SCC may refuse relief if it necessitates disproportionate expense. 8.5.2. After returning from the tour, the traveller may demand reduction of the tour price, commensurate with reduced performance, in the event that the demand for relief was unsuccessful and the trip was not performed in compliance with contract. This shall not affect contingent, more extensive claims for subsequent reduction of the tour price. 8.5.3. The traveller may rescind the travel agreement if the tour organizer failed to perform relief, within a reasonable term, or if the tour organizer formally states that relief cannot be performed, and if the trip will be considerably impaired due to performance of services under noncompliance with contract. If the agreement is rescinded in this manner, then SCC is obligated to take appropriate measures, and especially to provide return transportation for travellers, if required. 8.6. The traveller may demand compensation for damages, and more precisely for vacation time spent to no avail, provided that the tour organizer is liable for a circumstance that caused a flaw in the tour. 8.7. Restriction of liability 8.7.1. The tour operator’s contractual liability is limited to three times the tour price, provided that damages sustained by the traveller are not caused by intent or gross negligence. The same applies in as far as the tour organizer is responsible for damages incurred by a traveller solely through the fault of a service provider. 8.7.2. The tour organizer is not liable for defective performances that arise in conjunction with services mediated as third party performances, (e.g., sporting events, attendance at theatres, exhibitions, etc.), and which are expressly identified as third party performances in the brochure. 8.7.3. A claim to damage against the tour organizer is restricted or excluded, if – under legal provisions applicable to required, rendered performances of a service provider – a claim for damage against a service provider may solely be asserted under certain conditions or limitations or if such claim is excluded under certain conditions. 8.7.4. If the tour organizer assumes a position equivalent to a freight carrier, then his liability shall be regulated by the provisions of the Air Transportation Act in conjunction with Conventions covenanted in Warsaw, The Hague, Guadalajara and the Montreal Agreement (solely for flights to Canada and the USA). As a rule, the Warsaw Convention limits the freight carrier’s liability for death or physical injury and for loss and damage of baggage. If the tour organizer constitutes a service provider, in other instances, then he shall bear liability in accordance with provisions that apply for a service provider. 8.7.5. If the tour organizer assumes a position equivalent to a carrier, within the scope of sea voyages, then his liability shall be regulated in compliance with provisions of the Commercial Code and the Inland Waterways Transportation Act. 8.8. Duty to cooperate, complaints 8.8.1. In the event of defective performance, each traveller is required to undertake whatever may be reasonably expected of him to contribute to alleviate the defect and to keep any potential damages to a minimum. 8.8.2. If you should have reason for complaints, contrary to our expectations, then immediately inform our tour management on site. If a respective local tour manager or tour agent is not available or cannot be reached, or if they cannot alleviate a defective performance, then please turn to the service provider (transfer company, hotel operator) and/or the tour organizer or to his contact address in the area of destination. A traveller is not entitled to claims if he culpably fails to perform the above obligations. 8.8.3. Tour guides are not authorized to formally recognize any claims whatsoever. 9. Exclusion of Claims and Statute of Limitation 9.1. Your claims are to be asserted within one month following the contractually covenanted date of return. Claims are to be stated in writing and forwarded to Sea Cloud Cruises GmbH, An der Alster 9, 20099 Hamburg, Germany. You may only asset claims after expiration of the above term, if you were hindered from complying with the deadline through no fault of your own. 9.2. All claims arising from the travel agreement shall lapse one year following the contractually covenanted date of return. 9.3. Claims for damages due to prohibited actions shall lapse in two years. 9.4. The statue of limitations is suspended if the tour organizer initially states to you that complaints and claims are being examined. The suspension is lifted when the tour organizer informs the customer of the results of his examination with regard to the customer’s claims. 10. Insurance Coverage 10.1. You are insured against transportation risk during flights, within the scope of lawful provisions. 10.2. For your own safety, we recommend that you take out a travel insurance policy that includes cancellation, interruption, health, baggage, accident and liability coverage. 11. Passport, Visa, Customs, Foreign Exchange and Health Regulations 11.1. You will receive essential information on the formalities required for your trip. This information will be conveyed along with travel documents and through the travel description contained in the catalogue. Please heed this information, as each traveller is himself responsible for compliance with these regulations. You shall bear all costs and the negative impact of failure to comply with said information. 11.2. Please ensure that your passport, which you will require for your trip, is still valid, if possible for a period of six months beyond the planned travel date. Children require a children’s passport which is appropriate to the respective destination. This information applies for German citizens. Foreign nationals and holders of foreign passports are requested to turn to their relevant consulate or embassy for appropriate information. 11.3. You are liable to SCC for all consequences and damages, especially penalties, fees and expenses, that must be paid or deposited as a result of your failure to follow applicable regulations for entry into, exit out of or transit through a country, or if in case you have not provided the necessary documents or not provided them in the prescribed manner. You are obliged to immediately reimburse any funds that SCC must pay or deposit. 12. General Remarks 12.1. Printing errors and computational errors in the brochure or on the travel confirmation shall entitle SCC to avoid the validity of the travel agreement. In such instance, SCC is required to compensate the traveller for the proven loss incurred by relying on a declaration. 12.2. All information in our tour description corresponds to the current status of information at the time of printing. 12.3. Invalidity of individual provisions of the travel agreement shall not result in invalidity of the entire travel agreement. The same shall apply for these same Terms and Conditions of Travel. 12.4. Oral agreements are only valid if we have confirmed them in writing. 12.5. The conditions of the respective shipowner or transportation corporation shall apply in the event of travel by ship, combined air and ship travel, combined train and ship travel and for bus trips. We will provide you with a copy of their conditions upon request. 12.6. German law is solely applicable to the contractual relationship between the traveller and SCC. 12.7. The Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg is deemed venue for courts of law for all registered businessmen, and for persons who do not have a domestic place of jurisdiction, as well as for persons who moved their place of residence or usual abode to a foreign country, after closing the travel agreement, or whose place of residence or usual abode is not known at the time that a suit is filed, and for litigation as a defendant. These conditions of travel and cancellation terms apply in conjunction with the conditions of transportation of the respective cruise ship. You can view these at www.seacloud.com. 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