Star Clippers Expands Mediterranean Program with 27 New Ports of Call for 2027-2028 and Offers 65% Savings on All Sailings – and More

Star Clippers Expands Mediterranean Program with 27 New Ports of Call for 2027-2028

and Offers 65% Savings on All Sailings – and More

New itineraries and expanded Adriatic sailings showcase the line’s largest Mediterranean expansion in years, complemented by its immersive Caribbean and Central America sailings.

Miami, FL, August 2026 – Star Clippers is charting a new course for the Mediterranean with the introduction of 27 new ports of call across its 2027-2028 sailing program. Building on itinerary innovations introduced in recent seasons, the award-winning tall ship cruise line has significantly expanded its destination portfolio throughout Greece, Turkey, Croatia, Southern Italy and the Adriatic while continuing to offer distinctive sailings in the Caribbean and Central America. To celebrate the expansion, Star Clippers is also offerings up to 65% savings on all sailings; and, on select departures booked by September 30, 2026, up to $500 per cabin in onboard credit and a complimentary bottle of champagne. The complete 2027-2028 sailing collection, detailed in a new brochure, is now available at Brochures or www.StarClippers.com.

The expanded program reflects Star Clippers’ long-standing philosophy of using their sailing ships to reach destinations often inaccessible to larger cruise vessels. That strategy recently led the line to become the first major cruise line to call at Barletta, Italy, a milestone that reflects the company’s ongoing focus on discovering ports beyond the traditional cruise circuit. Throughout the Mediterranean, Star Clippers is introducing guests to hidden islands, historic fishing villages, UNESCO-protected towns and emerging coastal destinations where local culture remains at the forefront of the travel experience.

“At Star Clippers, our guests consistently tell us they want to discover places beyond the traditional cruise circuit,” said Terri Haas, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Americas, for Star Clippers. “The addition of 27 new ports of call reflects our commitment to taking travelers beyond the Mediterranean’s best-known destinations while preserving the authentic sailing experience that defines Star Clippers.”

The expansion is particularly evident throughout Greece, where Star Clippers has broadened its reach beyond traditional island-hopping routes to include destinations such as Skiros, Skopelos, Karpathos, and Astypalea. These ports offer travelers a deeper look into island life through local traditions, historic sites, family-owned tavernas and landscapes largely untouched by mass tourism.

Turkey also plays a prominent role in the expanded deployment. New ports including Çe?me, Datça, Fethiye, Kas and Kekova showcase the diversity of the Turkish coastline, combining ancient history, vibrant seaside culture and some of the Mediterranean’s most spectacular cruising waters.

Along the Adriatic coast, Star Clippers has added destinations including Kor?ula, Komiža, Trogir and Šibenik, while the Southern Italy expansion includes Monopoli and Crotone. Together, these ports introduce guests to medieval waterfront towns, UNESCO-recognized heritage sites, regional culinary traditions and authentic maritime communities that remain largely overlooked by larger cruise ships.

*Stated fares below include savings offer of up to 65%.

Several itineraries showcase these new destinations particularly well. Among the standouts is Eternal Cyclades aboard Star Flyer, a seven-night voyage that explores some of the Aegean’s most iconic islands, including Milos, Santorini, Amorgos and Hydra. The itinerary combines classic Greek island scenery with authentic local culture, traditional villages and the relaxed pace of small-ship sailing. Fares start at US$2,500/CAD$3,070 per person, double*.

The new Authentic Greek Escape, also aboard Star Flyer, showcases the line’s growing emphasis on lesser-known Greek islands through visits to Astypalea, Sifnos and other emerging destinations that offer a more immersive perspective on the Aegean’s culture, history and island traditions. Prices begin at US$2,500/CAD$3,070*.

Southern Italy also takes center stage aboard Italian Gems, a recently introduced itinerary that showcases the region’s emerging coastal destinations. Sailing aboard Star Clipper, the voyage introduces guests to lesser-known destinations including Termini Imerese and Vibo Marina while pairing them with iconic ports such as Lipari, Sorrento and Ponza. The result is a distinctly Southern Italian experience that blends regional culture, historic seaside towns and the relaxed pace of tall-ship sailing. Fares start at US$3,350/CAD$4,810*.

Southern Italy also takes center stage aboard Italian Gems, a recently introduced itinerary that showcases the region’s emerging coastal destinations. Sailing aboard Star Clipper, the voyage introduces guests to lesser-known destinations including Termini Imerese and Vibo Marina while pairing them with iconic ports such as Lipari, Sorrento and Ponza. The result is a distinctly Southern Italian experience that blends regional culture, historic seaside towns and the relaxed pace of tall-ship sailing. Fares start at US$3,350/CAD$4,810*.

In the Southern Caribbean, longer sailings continue to showcase destinations such as Carriacou, Canouan, Mayreau and Tobago, offering guests deeper exploration beyond the region’s traditional cruise routes, while Central America continues to emerge as one of the line’s most compelling regions with immersive voyages to biodiverse destinations including Coiba National Park, Marine Park Golfo de Chiriquí, Quepos and Panama’s Pearl Islands

While the destinations continue to evolve, the essence of the Star Clippers experience remains unchanged. Guests sail aboard authentic tall ships featuring expansive teak decks, open-seating dining and an atmosphere that is both casual and elegant. Guests can help raise the sails, learn traditional seafaring skills, relax in the bowsprit net suspended above the sea or simply enjoy the timeless spectacle of a fully rigged tall ship under sail. More than a cruise, the experience reconnects travelers with the romance, adventure and traditions of true sailing.

Sustainability remains an integral part of the Star Clippers experience. By harnessing wind power whenever conditions permit, the ships reduce reliance on engines while reconnecting guests with the traditions of authentic seafaring. Combined with smaller-scale operations and a focus on less-crowded destinations, the result is a style of travel centered on thoughtful exploration and meaningful engagement with local communities.

Travelers interested in experiencing these remarkable destinations can learn more about Star Clippers’ sailings at www.StarClippers.com, contact their travel advisor, or call 1-800-442-0551.

About Star Clippers

For more than 35 years, Star Clippers has been introducing travelers to the thrill of modern tall-ship sailing to remote ports in the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Central America. The company operates three of the world’s largest and tallest sailing vessels: Star Clipper and Star Flyer are traditional clipper ships with modern amenities carrying 166 guests each, while the 227-guest Royal Clipper holds the Guinness World Record as the largest and only five-masted, fully-rigged sailing ship in service today. All three ships have expansive teak decks, swimming pools, informal dining, convivial tropical bars on deck, and piano lounges.