ocean cruise line

Star Clippers

3 ships in the fleet

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Why Book With Waterways Cruise?

Four decades of expertise, one dedicated advisor, and every detail handled — from your front door to the gangway and back.

Personal Service — Your Own Cruise Concierge

One dedicated advisor who knows your name and your preferences — not a call center, and never a stranger. Same person, start to finish.

Tailor-Made — 100% Custom-Built

This is not a package. Flights, hotels, transfers and shore days — all planned from scratch around how you actually like to travel.

Expertise — 40+ Years in Travel

Founded by J. Richard, a four-decade veteran of the travel industry, and solely focused on premium river and ocean cruising.

Security — Book With Total Confidence

A proud member of Signature Travel Network — with shipboard credits, exclusive perks, and your vacation investment protected.

Star Clippers operates a magnificent fleet of authentic, mega-sailing tall ships, blending the romantic heritage of the golden age of sail with contemporary luxury comfort. Operating true clipper ships with thousands of square feet of canvas sails, the line delivers an exhilarating nautical experience where guests can help raise sails or climb the crow's nest. Navigating the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Central America, Star Clippers visits intimate yacht harbors larger ships cannot reach. With an informal, casual atmosphere, outdoor tropical bars, and cozy dining, it is a paradise for true ocean lovers.

The Star Clippers fleet