This is no ordinary cruise! The Star Flyer is a twin sister ship, created for adventure-loving passengers looking for the tradition and romance of the legendary era of sailing ships but with the comforts and amenities of the present day.

As identical twins, the Star Clipper and Star Flyer are both 379 feet long and each carry 166 guests in pampered comfort, with over 36,000 square feet of sails. Click here to see more details.

Yes, you will need a valid U.S. Passport to travel. Please ensure that your passport does not expire within six months of your ending departure date. Allow sufficient time for having a passport issued, or renewed.

Note: International aviation regulations require that the name on the airline ticket must exactly match the name on the passport. During the cruise the Purser will keep the passports in order to carry out port and immigration formalities at each port visited. Passports are collected upon boarding and are returned to your when you disembark.

It is recommended that you carry medication in its original packaging along with the doctor’s prescription, as this may be requested when clearing customs or immigration. Please keep your medication with you in your hand luggage. Passengers requiring special medical care are encouraged to inform Star Clippers in writing prior to departure. The crew will be informed and will be able to assist where needed.

People who take special prescription medication (insulin for diabetic patients, for example) are requested to provide a letter from their doctor providing the following information:

• Full name of the treating physician

• Ailment treated by the prescription medication, daily dosage, the amount needed during the trip

• Stipulation that the medication is necessary for the welfare of passengers when traveling abroad

It is also recommended that you carry the medication in their original packaging along with the doctor’s prescription, as this may be requested when clearing customs or immigration.

We advise you to keep your medication with you in your hand luggage. Passengers requiring special medical care are encouraged to inform Star Clippers in writing prior to departure. The crew will be informed and will be able to assist where needed.

Check with your doctor that you do not need an immunization certificate and that your vaccinations are up to date.

The start and finish port for this cruise is in Nice, France. Plan to fly to the Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) on or before September 27th, 2025. Embarkation begins at 4 pm. All guests must be on board the ship by 6:30 pm.

Debarkation begins at 7:30 am on October 4th. If you plan to depart on October 4th, plan to fly out of Nice NO EARLIER than noon. The airport is about 20 minutes from the cruise terminal by taxi.

Your Cruise Documents include Star Clippers’ luggage tags. Please fill them out with your name. The tags should be attached to your luggage before checking in to facilitate identification and help prevent loss. Placing an identification tag inside your baggage is also a good idea. Make sure all of your bags are closed at all times.

Here are a few hotels we suggest:

• Crowne Airport

• Best Western Messena Nice near Old Town

• Adagio Nice Promenade Des Anglais

• Hotel La Perouse

• AC By Marriott

The address for the Port of Nice is:

Quai des Deux Emmanuels, 06300 Nice, France

The exact terminal is not yet determined and will be communicated closer to the cruise in email communications. The port is around a 20-30 minute drive from the airport.

If you're arriving a day early and plan to explore Nice on the day of embarkation after checking out of your hotel, we recommend checking with your hotel about luggage storage options for the day.

If your hotel doesn't offer storage, you can find additional luggage storage locations by visiting this link.

09/27: Nice, France - Embarkation begins at 4pm. All onboard by 6:30pm

09/28: Portofino, Italy - Arrival: 12:00pm, Departure: 6:00pm

09/29: Saint Florent, France - Arrival: 10:00am, Departure: 6:00pm

09/30: Porticcio Beach, France - Arrival: 9:00am, Departure: 12:00pm

Ajaccio, France - Arrival: 2:00pm, Departure: 6:30pm

10/01: Calvi, France - Arrival: 10:00am, Departure: 7:00pm

10/02: St. Tropez, France (Beach) - Arrival: 10:00am, Departure: 1:00pm

St. Tropez, France (Port) - Arrival: 3:00pm, Overnight

10/03: St. Tropez, France - Sailing time TBD depending on wind and regatta, Departure: 11:00pm

10/04: Nice, France - Arrival: 7:00am, Debarkation begins.

**Please note these times can change without notification due to weather, schedule, etc.

***The ship will depart as scheduled, even if a guest misses the return due to an excursion. The guest will be responsible for all associated costs and travel arrangements to rejoin the ship or return home.

When the ship is at anchor, you will be disembarked by tenders or zodiacs, which require good physical condition. Sometimes the disembarkation involves a wet landing. We recommend that you bring appropriate footwear.

Sailing and excursion attire should be casual and comfortable. Shorts and jeans are not permitted in the dining room for dinner. Gentlemen are requested to wear collared shirts for dinner. Pack as light as you can – you will be happy you did so!

Star Clippers offers a laundry service (note: there is no dry cleaning service on board).

There are no assigned seats at mealtimes. Please sit with new people as often as possible as everyone you will be onboard with are potential friends for you!

For security reasons, it is forbidden to bring alcoholic beverages on board for personal consumption.

Late September weather in the region is typically sunny and warm, with daytime highs around 75 degrees and nighttime lows near 63 degrees. Nights can be a bit chilly due to wind.

Star Clippers does shore excursions a bit differently than other cruise lines. A pre-registration form has been sent to each guest. Please fill out by July 31st to guarantee your spot. Once onboard, your spot will then be secured by a confirmation sign up list in the Library. The price of the excursion will be added to your on-board account.

We're thrilled to announce these theme nights for our cruise.

• Monday, September 29th: Corsican Coastal – Break out those Corsican/nautical blue and white stripes, dresses and sailor-inspired outfits.

• Wednesday, October 1st: Captain’s Night – Think dressy casual.

The ship is stabilized with anti-roll tanks and bilge keels to minimize the movement of the ship and prevent any unpleasant sensations or discomfort that may be caused by such movement. You will feel the ship's motion at times. This motion effects each individual differently. If you are concerned that the motion may impact your cruise, you may consider picking up some medication from your local pharmacy to bring along.

Dramamine is an option but can cause drowsiness. It is best at nighttime.

Bonine is another great option to take during the day.

The Sloop Shop offers a wide variety of items and Star Clippers’ unique range of clothing. The shop is open every day (except on embarkation day) from 8:30 am to 9:00 pm and depending on the times of call and customs regulations.

Our ships have two or three swimming pools located on the Sun Deck. When the weather permits, they are filled with sea water.

The library offers reference books, art books and novels in several languages. There is also a selection of board games and comfortable seating so that you can relax and enjoy some quiet time if you so wish.

Cabins are all equipped with a TV, DVD player, a satellite phone, a safe, a bathroom (shower), hairdryer, and adequate storage space. Most cabins have twin beds that can be converted to a double bed. The category 1 cabins, and luxury suites also have a mini bar and a bathroom with a bathtub (whirlpool on Royal Clipper only). A steward will ensure the cleanliness and comfort of your cabin.

Cabins are all equipped with a TV, DVD player, a satellite phone, a safe, a bathroom (shower), hairdryer, and adequate storage space. Most cabins have twin beds that can be converted to a double bed. The category 1 cabins, and luxury suites also have a mini bar and a bathroom with a bathtub (whirlpool on Royal Clipper only). A steward will ensure the cleanliness and comfort of your cabin.

Daily soaps, shampoo, conditioner, and lotions are provided. There are no irons. Please do not bring irons as they are not allowed to be brought onboard.

Passengers are welcome to help the crew raise the sails if they want to, but there is no obligation to join in.

The sports team overseas all water activities. These activities are available to all passengers and include snorkeling, water skiing, windsurfing, dinghy sailing, kayaking and stand-up paddle (if permitted by the local authorities and according to local conditions). All water sports are free of charge. During the boarding formalities, you will be asked to sign a waiver for all sports.

Every morning, the Captain or Cruise Director will talk about sailing-related topics at an informal gathering on deck, including the wind, tall ships, navigation, the stars. The crew offer knot-tying lessons, a chance to raise the sails and, weather permitting, mast-climbing to the first crow’s nest.

Each ship has a well-stocked library, beauty and massage treatments and plenty of deck space for sunbathing and watching the crew at work. Once on each cruise, weather permitting, there is a photo tender. All the sails are raised and guests can photograph the ship in all its glory from the tender boats.

Each ship has an open bridge policy and guests are free to come and talk to the officers and Captain, except when a complex manoeuvre is taking place.

Each cabin is equipped with direct dial telephone so you can make calls to anywhere in the world. Calls are charged to your onboard account. Please note that calls made via satellite are extremely expensive. If a caller wishes to contact you by telephone on board, they should contact the Star Clippers’ office who will forward the call to the ship. If you want to purchase Internet data on your personal device, open your browser window and the ship’s internet login portal will load. You can receive emails on board our three ships via the Purser.

Star Flyer: sfpax@star-flyer.net

These emails will be printed and delivered to your cabin for a nominal charge. In an emergency, contact your travel agency under the phone number provided to you or the Star Clippers’ office at

the number listed in your documentation. In case you are unable to reach anyone at that number, Star Clippers has a 24-hour emergency telephone number: +1 305-773-3541.

At the time of boarding, a personal account will be automatically opened in your name so you can pay your expenditure on board. For added convenience, the Purser will take an imprint of your credit card. All expenses incurred on board can then be debited from your card. American Express, Master Card, Visa are accepted on board. Discover and Diners Club cards are not accepted. If you wish to pay your expenses in cash, you will be asked to pay a deposit of 300 Euros in cash.

Gratuities on the ship are not included in the cruise fare and are at your discretion. We suggest €10 per day and per person which will be divided between cabin stewards and dining room waiters. You can pay these gratuities at the end of the cruise by credit card, indicating the amount you wish to give (a form will be placed in your cabin) or in cash placed in an envelope, deposited in the box near the Purser’s Office.

It is preferable to use an international credit card (Visa, American Express and Mastercard) to make purchases on board Star Clippers ships. Diners club and Discover cards are not accepted. Onboard purchases will be added to your personal invoice and debited in Euros. Your EURO onboard charges will be processed by our accounting department located outside the U.S. or your home country; you might incur foreign transaction fees and/or exchange rate fees from your credit card company. Please check with your credit card provider. Verify the expiration date of credit cards you plan to take with you and make sure they are properly signed. Find out about the services offered by your credit card company, including withdrawing cash abroad. We recommend you bring cash in the local currency of the scheduled ports of call during the trip.

Each cabin is equipped with 110V/60HZ flat plug aboard Star Flyer, and one European plug is available below the dressing table. A hairdryer is available in every bathroom and on the dressing table. Limited access to a 220V plug is available in certain areas of the ships (please contact the Hotel Manager). Adapters can be borrowed from the Purser’s Office in exchange for a deposit.

Although the construction of the vessel has required the use of modern materials that are fire retardant and fireproof, fire remains a concern. Thank you for respecting the following rules:

- Do not smoke inside the cabins

- Do not throw cigarette butts overboard

- Do not light candles or other objects of this type

- It is forbidden to iron clothes in the cabin

Medical services are provided by a doctor during long distance crossings and by trained nurses from the Star Clippers’ staff on other cruises. All of the ship’s officers are also able to administer first aid. When the ship conducts coastal navigation, it is always near a hospital on land, and can deal with the possibility of a passenger requiring hospital care. Passengers requiring special medication are advised to take their prescriptions along with them. The nurse only provides very basic medicine, which is sold without prescription.

All items found on board are deposited in the Purser’s office. When leaving the ship, make sure you leave nothing in the drawers, trunks, or closets in your cabin. Star Clippers is not liable for articles left behind.