Star Clippers
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The verdict
Which should you choose?
Star Clipper is an intimate Star Clippers ship carrying 170 passengers, in service since 1992. Star Flyer is an intimate Star Clippers ship carrying 170 passengers, in service since 1991.
Choose Star Clipper if you want more culture: it outscores Star Flyer for cultural (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Star Flyer if you want more of a party, better-rated staterooms or a better-rated spa and gym: it outscores Star Clipper for party (6.0 vs 2.0), staterooms (7.6 vs 6.0) and spa & fitness (6.0 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Star Clipper | Star Flyer | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Star Clippers | Star Clippers |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 1992 (better) | 1991 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2014 | 2018 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 2,298 | 2,298 |
| Passengers | 170 | 170 |
| Crew | 72 | 72 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.4 | 2.4 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 13.5 | 13.5 |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 360 ft | 360 ft |
| Beam | 50 ft | 50 ft |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 7 / 10 | 7 / 10 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Star Clipper leads on 1 of the ten, Star Flyer on 5, with 4 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Star Clippers
Star Clipper
Star Clipper is a true clipper ship, reflecting its proud heritage in every inch of its polished brass. Star Clippers' unique vessel offers passengers a "new age of sail," where tradition meets present-day amenities. At 360 feet long, this ship carries 170 guests and aims to provide a yacht-like experience.
Highlights
- Two onboard swimming pools
- Indoor/outdoor Tropical Bar
- Open-seating for all meals
Star Clippers
Star Flyer
Star Flyer is the sister ship of Star Clipper. She is a true clipper ship, reflecting her proud heritage in every inch of her polished brass. Star Clippers's unique vessel offers passengers a "new age of sail," where tradition meets present-day amenities.
Highlights
- Spacious accommodations, some of which open onto the deck
- Indoor/outdoor Tropical Bar
- Two onboard swimming pools
Questions
Star Clipper or Star Flyer?
Which is bigger, Star Clipper or Star Flyer?
They are the same size, 2,298 gross tons each. Star Clipper carries 170 passengers and Star Flyer carries 170.
Which ship is newer, Star Clipper or Star Flyer?
Star Clipper is newer, with a maiden voyage in 1992 against 1991 for Star Flyer.
Which has more space per passenger?
They are level at 13.5 gross tons per passenger.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.4 passengers.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 2.0 out of 10.
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