Westbound Atlantic Ocean Crossing

Málaga's Alcazaba fortress and the Castillo de Gibralfaro showcase stunning Moorish architecture. However, Granada's Alhambra Palace stands as the most breathtaking and romantic masterpiece of the Arabesque style.

Gibraltar, a British Overseas Territory on Spain’s southern coast, is defined by the 426m-high limestone Rock of Gibraltar. The Cable Car offers a scenic ascent to the Top of the Rock, a must-visit attraction with panoramic views and the famous Barbary macaques. Beyond the rock, Gibraltar Bay is home to playful dolphins, a lesser-known but remarkable wildlife highlight, with high chances of spotting entire pods in the shimmering waters.

Tangier was the real model for the famous American film Casablanca with Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. It retains its faded mongrel charm - not entirely Moroccan, European, or African, but a heady mix of all three.

Cadiz, called "the cup of silver," is almost African in appearance, its streets are lined with palm trees, and its churches are topped with dome-like cupolas. Take advantage of the optional tours to Seville, the irresistible capital and cultural center of Andalusia, which has a colorful and festive lifestyle.

Each Star Clippers ship offers a traditional and elegant way to see the world. Feel the wind fill the sails and gently carry you from one gorgeous destination to the next. During your time on board, you can choose to relax on a sun lounger or cool off in one of the pools on the top deck, while more adventurous passengers may enjoy the opportunity to climb the rigging or even have a go at steering the ship. Alternatively, you can wander the interior areas of the ship and discover relaxing lounges and a peaceful library.

Safi is an industrial center and thriving port. Most tourists use it as a base to take excursions or explore the old town. Here, you may be tempted to buy pottery typical of this part of the region.

Each Star Clippers ship offers a traditional and elegant way to see the world. Feel the wind fill the sails and gently carry you from one gorgeous destination to the next. During your time on board, you can choose to relax on a sun lounger or cool off in one of the pools on the top deck, while more adventurous passengers may enjoy the opportunity to climb the rigging or even have a go at steering the ship. Alternatively, you can wander the interior areas of the ship and discover relaxing lounges and a peaceful library.

Arrecife is the diverse and interesting capital of Lanzarote. It has a striking golden sand beach, which is sheltered by a reef, and a great selection of bars and restaurants. Worth a visit is The Castillo de San Gabriel in the center, with its impressive drawbridge constructed in 1599 to help defend against pirate attacks. The gorgeous little La Recova market is tucked away, and there is a selection of artisan craft shops and a fresh food market on weekdays.

The island of Tenerife is bisected by steep volcanic mountains cut by garden-like valleys lush with flowers and vegetation. In the capital of Santa Cruz's anthropological museum, learn about the original inhabitants of Tenerife, the Stone Age Guanche people. Not to be missed is a spectacular drive into the mountains, where 3,718-meter Mount Teide, Spain's tallest mountain, is covered in snow much of the year.

This 15th-century city with a semitropical colonial ambiance is a favorite stopping place for yachts crossing the Atlantic. Visit the Casa Colon, named for the great explorer, and explore your own by adventuring to the volcanic crater of Caldera de Bandama. Its lunar landscape and exotic vegetation take you to a new world.

The island of Tenerife is bisected by steep volcanic mountains cut by garden-like valleys lush with flowers and vegetation. In the capital of Santa Cruz's anthropological museum, learn about the original inhabitants of Tenerife, the Stone Age Guanche people. Not to be missed is a spectacular drive into the mountains, where 3,718-metre Mount Teide, Spain's tallest mountain, is covered in snow much of the year.

Each Star Clippers ship offers a traditional and elegant way to see the world. Feel the wind fill the sails and gently carry you from one gorgeous destination to the next. During your time on board, you can choose to relax on a sun lounger or cool off in one of the pools on the top deck, while more adventurous passengers may enjoy the opportunity to climb the rigging or even have a go at steering the ship. Alternatively, you can wander the interior areas of the ship and discover relaxing lounges and a peaceful library.

On the wild and rugged east coast of Barbados, the isolated beaches are the color of sunrise, the red sands having blown across the Atlantic from the Sahara. The easternmost island of the Windwards, and indeed, of the entire Caribbean, reaches out to Africa and the Old World as if not quite part of the New. Bridgetown, Barbados, is an interesting town full of contrasts. George Washington slept here! Trafalgar Square reminds you that the laidback, rum- and fun-loving island's British-influenced heritage includes revered traditions like cricket and high tea.