Sea Cloud II cruise review: the sweetness of doing nothing

Sail away from everyday stresses with this sophisticated way of cruising

Sea Cloud II was built in 2001 and has space for up to 94 passengers
Sea Cloud II was built in 2001 and has space for up to 94 passengers
(Image credit: Sea Cloud Cruises)

Let us introduce you to a new, sophisticated way of cruising. You don't travel on a giant liner carrying 5,000 noisy passengers, but on a beautiful windjammer ship, where the only sounds are the wind, waves and the occasional clink of ice in a cocktail glass.

We set sail on the gorgeous Sea Cloud II – one of the three vessels in the Sea Cloud Cruises fleet – on a voyage around Sicily, stopping at many historic sites en route. Just 117 metres long, this immaculately-crafted, wooden-decked ship accommodates a maximum of 94 guests and is powered by 24 sails; the ultimate in eco-friendly, sleek, silent sea travel. Be prepared to glide noiselessly towards relaxation. 

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