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SEA CLOUD CRUISES SEA CLOUD · SEA CLOUD II Detailed winter programme November 2016 – April 2017 & Preview 2017 Index Destinations: Caribbean and Cuba ..................................... 4 – 5 Central America, Costa Rica, Panama ............. 6 – 7 Programme highlights Apr. to Dec. 2017 ......... 36 – 37 The windjammer SEA CLOUD ............................ 8 – 9 Atlantic crossing .......................................... 10 ABC islands, Central America, Costa Rica, Panama, Cuba, Lesser Antilles, Grenadines ..... 11 – 19 Preview of the full programme for 2017 ......... 38 – 39 The windjammer SEA CLOUD II ......................... 20 – 21 Atlantic crossing .......................................... 22 Lesser Antilles, Grenadines, ABC islands, Central America, Costa Rica, Cuba ................. 23 – 35 Preview of the full programme for 2017 ......... 40 – 41 Included services and appealing added features ....... 42 Deck plans and technical data ........................... 43 2 THE CARIBBEAN – A PERFECT WINTER BREAK As the sun moves further and further years, forming an established team away from Europe, the eagles on the which meets guests’ needs with a smile bows of our two windjammers, the and spoils them with culinary delights. SEA CLOUD and SEA CLOUD II, are transformed into majestic birds of Our elegant, exclusive tall ships com- passage. They are bound for the bine an exciting sailing adventure with Caribbean and Central America, a relaxing cruise and the atmosphere following the course already travelled of a private yacht. Every holiday with by generations of discoverers and SEA CLOUD CRUISES is more than adventurers. The trade winds take over, just a cruise – it is a truly personal giving orders and leading manoeuvres. experience. Work on board a tall ship has hardly changed over the last 500 years. The stresses and strains of everyday life disappear in an instant once the crew scales the masts to hoist the sails by hand in a fascinating spectacle. The casual, informal atmosphere on board our ships is all the more enjoya- ble under the Caribbean sun. Our crew of around 60 are there to ensure that all of our guests on board (a maximum of 94 travellers from all over the world) enjoy a unique cruise experience that is tailored to their needs. Many of our crew have been working together for 3 4 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 Carib- bean. Still cut off from the capitalist West, this is a country which has kept itself free of American fast food chains and flamboyant advertising 5 6 REISEZIELE 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, man- grove swamps and warm, crystal-clear waters, an abundance of fascinating animal species await. Follow this in- tensive natural encounter with a taste of urban life in trendy Panama City located close to the Panama Canal. Now over 100 years old, this construc- 7 8 SEA CLOUD The legend beneath white sails A self-assured grande dame, a stylish yet informal sailing icon and a generous SEA CLOUD host – the SEA CLOUD is a living legend. In 1931 the American millionaire couple Marjorie Merriweather Post and Edward Hutton commissioned the four-masted barque and set about transforming the luxury private yacht into a stage for their eccentric lifestyle. With carefully restored original cabins, golden taps and magnificent marble fireplaces, the SEA CLOUD exudes a timeless elegance, combining extravagance with a friendly charm and the thrill of an authentic windjammer experience. 9 Gran Canaria Atlantic Ocean Curaçao VENEZUELA S Special offer G IN L I A voyage across the Atlantic – feel the infi nite expanse of the sea and A S embrace the romance of a real-life tall ship: Las Palmas – Curaçao SAILING An authentic sailing experience SEA CLOUD 17 nights Crossing the Atlantic on a traditional tall ship is an ex- 28 Nov. to 15 Dec. 2016 SC-1642 perience that leaves a lasting impression. For 17 days 28 Nov. Las Palmas/Gran Canaria 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Las Palmas. your exact course is determined only by the elements. Embarkation on the SEA CLOUD. When the crew sets the sails at dizzying heights, the wind 29 Nov. At sea (until 14 Dec.) is caught in the sailcloth and the ropes creak as they are 15 Dec. Willemstad/Curaçao 08.00 Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. stretched tight, you will experience a tangible sense of SAILING Itinerary subject to change! freedom. Our travel tip: Gran Canaria Following in Columbus’ footsteps In order to be absolutely sure that your luggage comes with What would have been going through Columbus’ mind you on the Atlantic crossing, we recommend that you arrive in Las Palmas at least a day in advance: as he set sail in 1492? It is virtually impossible to sail Pre-cruise stay in Las Palmas from 27 Nov. to 28 Nov. 2016. across the Atlantic in the discoverer’s footsteps without One night bed and breakfast in a fi rst-class hotel, including transfer and island trip. constantly considering his thoughts and ideas. Columbus Surcharge: US$ 295 per person in a double room SAILING had not yet discovered the trade winds which provide US$ 390 per person in a single room ideal sailing conditions in the westerly direction during Minimum number of participants: 10 people Our travel tip: Central America the winter months, but nowadays we know that they will Prolong your cruise in the same cabin for an extra seven nights on provide the SEA CLOUD with idyllic sailing on its way to board from Curaçao to Puerto Limón from 15 Dec. to 22 Dec. 2016 the Caribbean. at our attractive combination price: US$ 2,600 per person with stay in the same cabin (Cat. 1-5) Relax and enjoy US$ 3,900 per person with stay in the same cabin (Cat. A-C) Single surcharge: Category 1-5: 50%, Category A-C: 100% Great adventures do not always mean great effort. For (This offer is only available in combination with the Atlantic crossing of the SEA CLOUD; SAILING 17 days we sail a westwards course across the Atlantic, the early booking incentive and other discounts are not available for these rates.) always heading towards a magnifi cent sunset. It will not be long before you sit back and relax; surrounded by vast You save up to US$ 1,940 horizons and looked after by an attentive crew, you will Cruise-only rates per person leave your every-day stress behind in no time at all. SC-1642 Category Normal rate Your special offer rate if booked Also on board: for comparison by 30 June 2016 from 01 July 2016 circumnavigator Burghard Pieske GTY double cabin** US$ 11,155 US$ 9,215 US$ 9,945 SAILING Burghard Pieske may have studied geography and ed- 5 US$ 12,095 US$ 10,155 US$ 10,885 4 US$ 13,355 US$ 11,415 US$ 12,145 ucation, but he is also a qualifi ed ship’s captain. Since 3 US$ 15,495 US$ 13,555 US$ 14,285 spending ten years sailing around the world, his main 2 US$ 16,695 US$ 14,755 US$ 15,485 1 US$ 16,995 US$ 15,055 US$ 15,785 focus has been recreating real-life historic sailing ad- C US$ 19,995 US$ 18,055 US$ 18,785 ventures. He is an author, adventurer and freelancer for B US$ 22,195 US$ 20,255 US$ 20,985 “Yacht” magazine. A US$ 24,295 US$ 22,355 US$ 23,085 GTY single cabin** US$ 15,155 US$ 13,215 US$ 13,945 Depending upon the circumstances, it is possible that another lecturer will be on board Single surcharge: Category 1-5: 50%, Category A-C: 100% SAILING for this trip. See page 42 for included services ** Guaranteed cabins: There is only a limited allotment available for these categories.