Nature in All its Glory With the Five-star Windjammers From Sea Cloud Cruises

HAMBURG, Germany, June 18, 2012 /CNW/ - Experience the natural paradise of Central America and the Caribbean with the Sea Cloud and Sea Cloud II sailing vessels. Cragged volcanic peaks rise from the rich green of the jungle, surrounded by a splendid abundance of tropical flowers. Local guides and lecturers share their knowledge of the unique variety of plants and animals to be found in the national parks of Costa Rica and Panama. The trip along the Pacific coast blends magnificent natural beauty with ideal sailing grounds in which the legendary Sea Cloud and her crew can demonstrate their skill under full sail.

Dates: San José/Costa Rica - San José/Costa Rica, 3 to 10 January/10 to 17 January 2013, 8 days from US$ 3,555 per person incl. shore excursions

Like sailing enthusiasts, nature lovers will have plenty to enjoy on the cruise around the Grenadines and the other islands of the Lesser Antilles. Brightly colored coral reefs that are home to rare sea creatures invite you to snorkel among them. The subtropical climate makes it a paradise for flower lovers, whose hearts will beat faster in experiencing the botanical gardens of St. Lucia. Named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the inactive twin volcanic peaks known as the Pitons can be admired from the mooring of the Sea Cloud II in all their lush greenery.

Dates: Barbados-Barbados, 20 December 2012 to 3 January 2013, 15 days from US$ 8,725  per person incl. shore excursions, early booking discount until 30 September 2012.

Sea Cloud Cruises is one of the leading cruise operators. The 80-year-old four-masted bark Sea Cloud was built for the American entrepreneurial married couple Edward Hutton and Marjorie Merriweather Post. With its high quality standard the Sea Cloud serves as the model for all other passenger ships that are part of the operator´s fleet.

For information and reservations, please contact Sea Cloud Cruises, Inc., 282 Grand Avenue, Ste. 3 Englewood, NJ 07631, Phone: [phone], Toll Free: [phone], or go to http://www.seacloud.com