Star Clippers started back in the early 1990s with a pair of 170-passenger tall ships built in the spirit of the speedy 19th-century clipper ships. Star Clipper was the second, and started sailing in 1992 (it was refurbished in 2011). The vessel combines nostalgia and comfort, with its roomy cabins, restaurant serving both buffet and a la carte meals, and generous outdoor deck with two pools and lots of chaise lounges.