Dream of a Lifetime: Atlantic Crossing from Las Palmas to Bridgetown
Embark on an extraordinary transatlantic journey aboard the luxurious SEA CLOUD II, a majestic three-masted barque with 23 billowing sails. Departing from the sun-kissed shores of Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, you’ll spend days immersed in the serene rhythm of the open ocean, riding the historic trade winds once navigated by Columbus. With no ports of call until you reach the vibrant island of Barbados, this voyage offers unparalleled opportunities to unwind, reconnect, and rejuvenate in absolute comfort. Indulge in gourmet dining, wellness experiences, and enriching lectures from onboard experts as you sail across the Atlantic in style.
Highlights
• Pure Freedom: Indulge in a once-in-a-lifetime transatlantic adventure on a three-masted barque with 23 sails.
• Sailing Columbus' Course: Experience the thrill of riding the trade winds on the explorer’s historic route.
• Time to Tune Out: Exchange your everyday routine for a luxurious wellness experience.
• Experts Onboard: A prestigious guest lecturer provides educational insights with entertaining twists.
Departure 10:00 pm
With its black volcano almost 6,561 feet high and endless white beaches along the coastline, the island of Gran Canaria displays a huge variety of landscapes. It's a "continent in miniature" with rugged rock formations, dense pine forests, dry valleys and reservoirs inland, lush vegetation in the north, shimmering dune landscapes in the south and weirdly shaped cliffs in the west. Almost half the island has been registered by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve. The capital, Las Palmas, is no less colorful, with its port and history stretching back 500 years. The showpiece of this historic old town is the magnificent Santa Ana Cathedral.
Climbing the rigging, untying ropes, setting sails – today is all about sailing. Time to lean back and relax in the deck chair and watch the passionate crew hoisting the sails by hand.
Arrival 8:00 am
More than 300 years of British rule have left their mark. The whole of Bridgetown, Barbados' historic center, with its colonial architecture surrounding Trafalgar Square, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A green hilly countryside and endless fields of sugar cane characterize the island's landscape. Old colonial houses are reminders of the high life of the plantation owners, while innumerable colorful chattel houses are evidence of their workers' moveable properties. The sweeping coastline is a picture postcard of fine sandy beaches and turquoise sea surrounded by vibrant coral reefs.
Itineraries are subject to change.
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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.
Please note deck and suite plans are indicative only and may vary slightly.
Inclusions
• Beautifully appointed cabin in selected category
• Gratuities
• Welcoming bottle of champagne in your cabin
• All meals from early-bird breakfast to the exquisite 4-course dinner menu with choice of main course
• 5-course gala dinner during the cruise
• Welcome and farewell cocktail with champagne
• 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
• Bottled water on the excursions
• Fresh fruit basket in your cabin, replenished daily
• English-speaking tour guide
• Travel documents
• All port fees
• Use of watersports facilities such as snorkeling equipment, Stand-Up-Paddles and Towable Tube (weather permitting)
• Free laundry service for cat. A-C (SEA CLOUD) and cat. A+B (SEA CLOUD II and SEA CLOUD SPIRIT)
Exclusions
• International and domestic flights unless otherwise stated
• Travel Insurance
• Passport and visa costs where applicable
• Shore excursions
• Alcoholic beverages other than those listed in inclusions
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