The Lesser Antilles and the British Virgin Islands – from hidden pirate bays to a famous jet set island.
The magical Maravillas caves
Strolling through the legendary Maravillas caves, you would be forgiven for thinking you had entered a unique and magical world 35 metres underground. Huge, shimmering stalagmites and stalactites stretch out into the dimly lit caves, an underground river rushes past, and mystical Taino Indian paintings on the walls captivate with their expressive power, as they have done for thousands of years.
The British Virgin Islands – one of the top sailing destinations in the world
When Columbus discovered these islands back in 1493, he named them after the 11,000 virgins of Saint Ursula as he was so taken by their pure and untouched beauty. There are more than 60 different islands in this archipelago, each with its own distinct character. Virgin Gorda for example attracts with its extraordinary granite rock formation known as “The Baths”, which is full of small grottos and seawater pools, whilst sailors flock to the pirate island of Jost van Dyke to meet for a chat in one of the many beach bars.
St Barts – an exquisite refuge
If you take the stylish charm of the Côte d’Azur, add a touch of laid-back American attitude and top this off with a stunning Caribbean backdrop, what you get is the luxurious destination of St Barts. This elegant island offers a distinctly sophisticated lifestyle, attracting jet setters from around the world to come and experience its fine restaurants, haute couture boutiques, impressive yachts and picture-perfect beaches.
- The magical Maravillas caves
- The British Virgin Islands – one of the top sailing destinations in the world
- St Barts – an exquisite refuge
There are no future departures for this trip at this stage.
Sea Cloud II
Vessel Type: Tall Ship (Sailing)
Length: 105 metres
Passenger Capacity: 96
Built: 2001
Launched in 2001, Sea Cloud II is a stunning vessel, built along traditional lines, but offering deluxe accommodation. She combines timeless elegance of sailing ships of the past with the highest safety standards and the luxurious comfort of modern cruise ships. Just like her legendary sister ship Sea Cloud, the 29,600 square feet of sails is set by hand which is a truly magical sight. Built to accommodate 96 passengers in five star luxury, she offers a range of beautifully appointed suites and cabins which are furnished with great style. All accommodations have outside views and the bathrooms, in light marble, are unusually spacious and extremely comfortable. The finest, carefully chosen fabrics, combined with leather, rattan and other materials, brass and gold, precious woods and marble together create an impressive ensemble.
No expense has been spared to create a sympathetic ambience in both the accommodations and public areas and this is reflected throughout the vessel. Public areas include an elegant lounge, library, fitness centre, boutique, lido bar and hospital. The single sitting dining room is airy and modern and the quality of the cuisine and service will be to the highest of standards, as one would expect on a Sea Cloud cruise. Relax on the Lido deck and experience the natural grandeur of travelling under sail, rekindling memories of a bygone age.
