Sail & Race A voyage of contrasts
Two fascinating worlds, one exciting journey. May and October 2014
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Sail & Race: Fast-paced yet relaxing. Wind, water and earth – these three elements come into contact with each other on this special itinerary packed full of contrasting experiences. The trip is action-packed yet sophisticated and elegant at the same time, successfully combining relaxation and carefree enjoyment with pure excitement. Combining the allure of a tall ship with the performance and power of a race track, this trip guarantees to be a unique combination of deceleration and acceleration. It is an exclusive programme of contrasts which will give you some unforgettable memories. Your voyage starts with a real windjammer experience on a 5-star cruise. While the sailors climb the masts and manually release the 3,000 square metres of sails, you can sit back and relax in the capable hands of the friendly crew and indulge in the exquisite culinary delights. Will it be the
Sea Cloud or the Sea Cloud
ii?
Just a few days at sea or a whole
week? The choice is yours. The destination is vibrant Andalusia, and that's where the action begins! One of the world's most beautiful race tracks, the Ascari Race Resort, awaits you here, promising plenty of power, performance and speed. Our exclusive programme is packed with highlights and extras. It will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to combine two worlds that could not be any more different but which, together, form the perfect break.
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Deceleration meets acceleration. Unforgettable experiences: on land... Ladies & Gentlemen, start your engines! Extreme speed, spectacular corners and roaring engines – it does not get more exciting than this. Get set for the ultimate driving experience! Our exclusive package offers you the unique chance to experience the spectacular Highspeed world of the Ascari Race Resort at first hand. Car enthusiasts agree: the Ascari Race Resort – named after the legendary Formula 1 world champion Alberto Ascari – has 26 bends and elegantly blends into the surroundings, making it one of the most beautiful race tracks in the world. The Dutch multi-millionaire and amateur racer Klaas Zwart took inspiration from legendary race courses such as Silverstone, Spa and the Nürburgring's “Nordschleife”, when creating this country club setting for motor racing enthusiasts. First the warm-up! Under the supervision of your personal instructor, you will hit the 5.4 km track for some dynamic practice drills in a sports car. You will learn to negotiate bends and find the racing line. After lunch in the club house or by the pool, you will spend the afternoon on the full track under the guidance of your instructor – fully kitted out, of course, with a helmet and racing suit. To round off the day, a professional will then take you around the track at race speed in an Ascari racing car – a high-speed highlight for all racing enthusiasts!
An overview of the full service package can be found on page 10. Further information: www.ascari.net · www.fincacortesin.com · www.seacloud.com
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Deceleration meets acceleration. Unforgettable experiences: ...and on the water. Welcome on board! The scent of the sea, the rush of the wind as it fills the sails and the relaxed atmosphere on board the windjammer will soon banish the stresses and strains of everyday life. Indeed when the elements take charge, even your destination will seem of little importance. Arrive, switch off and savour: A journey on board a majestic windjammer, such as the Sea Cloud or the Sea Cloud ii, is far more than just a cruise. But each of these ships has its own character and very unique charm. The Sea Cloud enchants its guests with the timeless and intriguing charm of an erstwhile private yacht, recalling a time when politicians, Hollywood stars and aristocrats were among the guests. The selected antiques, the golden taps and elegant wood provide a unique setting for a very special cruise which exudes a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Her younger sister, the Sea Cloud ii, combines the genuine windjammer atmosphere with the experience of an exclusive cruise. Fitted with all the comforts you would expect of a 5-star cruise ship – expansive decks, an elegant lounge, a fitness area and a sauna – this ship provides everything you need.
An overview of the full service package can be found on page 10. Further information: www.ascari.net · www.fincacortesin.com · www.seacloud.com
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Junior suite Cat. B
Nice
De luxe double-bed cabin Cat. E
St Tropez
Collioure
Barcelona Mediterranean Sea
Formentera Ronda Málaga Marbella
Sea Cloud ii meets Ascari Race Resort. Nice – Málaga
Barcelona – Málaga
Sea Cloud ii
Less time on your hands? There is also the option to start the trip later and board in Barcelona.
8 nights 13 May to 21 May 2014 SCII-1418S 13 May Nice/France 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Nice. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 14 May St Tropez/France 08.00 13.00 15 May At sea 16 May Collioure/France 08.00 13.30 Collioure and Fauvism or Céret and the Museum of Modern Art.* 17 May Barcelona/Spain 08.00 13.30 Barcelona and Gaudí or the Palau de la Música and the Gothic quarter.* 18 May Savina/Formentera 09.00 13.00 19 May At sea 20 May Málaga/Spain 08.00 Breakfast on board. Disembarkation and transfer to Ascari Race Resort. Track day. Transfer to Finca Cortesín and 3-course dinner. Overnight stay in a Junior Suite. (Details on the track day and Finca Cortesín are given on page 9.) 21 May Málaga/Spain Breakfast at the hotel. Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change!
at anchor
Sea Cloud ii
4 nights 17 May to 21 May 2014 SCII-1418BS 17 May Barcelona/Spain 13.30 Guests arrive individually in Barcelona. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud ii. 18 May Savina/Formentera 09.00 13.00 19 May At sea 20 May Málaga/Spain 08.00 Breakfast on board. Disembarkation and transfer to Ascari Race Resort. Track day. Transfer to Finca Cortesín and 3-course dinner. Overnight stay in a Junior Suite. (Details on the track day and Finca Cortesín are given on page 9.) 21 May Málaga/Spain Breakfast at the hotel. Disembarkation. Guests return home individually.
Itinerary subject to change!
Early booking rate per person from/to port for bookings until 30 Nov. 2013
* These excursions can be booked on board and at extra charge.
Category SCII-1418S SCII-1418BS De luxe double-bed cabin (Cat. E) Double occupany € 7.695 € 5.645 Single surcharge € 2.060 € 1.030 Junior suite (Cat. B) Double occupany € 9.195 € 6.285 Single surcharge € 5.355 € 2.445 Surcharge for bookings from 01 December 2013 € 200 € 80 Deduction for non-participants at track day on 20 May 2014 € 2.500 € 2.500 Services included in the cruise rate: • Sailing cruise with all meals, soft drinks and many more • Exclusive use of the Ascari Race Resort incl. buffet lunch • Personal racing suit • A professional instructor per vehicle • 1 night B & B at the Finca Cortesín and 1 evening meal with drinks An overview of the full service package can be found on page 10.
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Number of participants: min. 10 people / max. 20 people
De luxe original cabin Cat. B
Twin-bed cabin Cat. 3
Mallorca
Valencia
Ronda Málaga
Mediterranean Sea
Marbella
Sea Cloud meets Ascari Race Resort. The excitement of the race track
Palma de Mallorca – Málaga
Arrival at Ascari Race Resort. Warm-up and driving practice on the track: practise controlled emergency braking, swerving at high speed, braking, fishtailing and skid correction, as well as how to recognise apexes and hit the apex at bends. Lunch in the Ascari club house or by the pool. In the afternoon: circuits along the racing line. Guided tour of the exclusive garage with its famous GT and Formula 1 racing cars. “Race Speed Track Run” as a passenger in an Ascari racing car and debrief.
Sea Cloud
5 nights 27 Oct. to 01 Nov. 2014 SC-1438S 27 Oct. Palma de Mallorca/Spain 18.00 Guests arrive individually in Palma de Mallorca. Embarkation on the Sea Cloud. 28 Oct. Valencia/Spain 17.00 29 Oct. Valencia/Spain 13.00 City tour with visit to the market.* 30 Oct. At sea 31 Oct. Málaga/Spain 08.00 Breakfast on board. Disembarkation and transfer to Ascari Race Resort. Track day. Transfer to Finca Cortesín and 3-course dinner. Overnight stay in a Junior Suite. (Details on the track day and Finca Cortesín are given in the info box to the left.) 01 Nov. Málaga/Spain Breakfast at the hotel. Disembarkation. Guests return home individually. Itinerary subject to change! * This excursion can be booked on board and at extra charge.
The Finca Cortesín This impressive 5-star hotel has already received much positive acclaim from the Condé Nast Traveller magazine and others. It is located near the village of Casares, between Marbella and Sotogrande – one of the most tranquil and alluring regions of the Mediterranean coast. The grounds of this golf & spa hotel cover an area of over 200 hectares and comprise: a boutique hotel, golf course, spa, beach club and apartment area. This exclusive hotel has only 67 suites. You do, of course, have the option of booking extra days. Just get in touch with us.
Early booking rate per person from/to port for bookings until 30 Nov. 2013 Category SC-1438S Twin-bed cabin (Cat. 3) Double occupany € 6.625 Single surcharge € 1.520 De luxe original cabin (Cat. B) Double occupany € 7.695 Single surcharge € 3.855 Surcharge for bookings from 01 Dec. 2013 € 100 Deduction for non-participants at track day on 31 Oct. 2014 € 2.500 Services included in the cruise rate: • Sailing cruise with all meals, soft drinks and many more • Exclusive use of the Ascari Race Resort incl. buffet lunch • Personal racing suit • A professional instructor per vehicle • 1 night B & B at the Finca Cortesín and 1 evening meal with drinks An overview of the full service package can be found on page 10.
Number of participants: min. 10 people / max. 20 people
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Finca Cortesín
Clearly more: exclusively inclusive. Sea Cloud Cruises & Finca Cortesín: • Beautifully appointed cabin in selected category • Welcoming bottle of champagne in your cabin • All meals (six per day) from early-bird breakfast to the exquisite 4-course dinner menu with choice of main course • 5-course gala dinner during the cruise • Welcome and farewell cocktail with champagne • Selected wines and beers thoughtfully chosen to complement lunch and dinner • All soft drinks and juices throughout the cruise • All alcohol-free coffee and tea specialties • Bottled water on the excursions • Fresh fruit basket in your cabin, replenished daily • E-mails can be sent free of charge from the on-board laptop • English-speaking tour guide • Premium travel documents with detailed destination information • Free laundry service for cat. B cabin guests • All port fees • Transfer: Ship – Ascari Race Resort – Finca Cortesín • 1 night bed and breakfast in a Junior Suite at the Hotel Golf & Spa Finca Cortesín • 1 evening meal with drinks at the Finca Cortesín
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Ascari Race Resort: • Exclusive use of the Ascari Race Resort on 20 May 2014 or 31 October 2014 • Individual tuition by a professional, English-speaking team of instructors with chief instructor • Use of the sports cars • One instructor per vehicle • Personal racing suit • Driving practice: Controlled emergency braking Controlled swerving at high speed Fishtailing and controlled skid correction Recognising apexes Hitting the apex at bends Circuits along the racing line • Passenger-side racing experience in an Ascari racing car, driven by a professional • Indemnity insurance with an excess of E 3,000 (mandatory) • Guided tour of the exclusive "Garage" • All drinks and snacks • Buffet lunch in the Ascari club house or by the pool
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Legal information & conditions of travel Participation does not require any previous race track experience. The package price includes appropriate indemnity insurance (excess of E 3,000/mandatory). To take part you must be at least 25 years old on the day of your driving experience and hold a valid driving licence. The driving experience has a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 20 participants. If the number of participants is too low, Sea Cloud Cruises reserves the right to cancel the event 6 weeks before each journey starts.
Ascari Race Resort
Deck Plan of Sea Cloud.
Technical Data:
Lido Deck Spanker Deck Lido Bar
Bridge
Lounge
Captain's and Lido Deck
Restaurant Purser
Promenade Deck
• Length overall: 109,50 m/360 ft • Beam: 15 m/50 ft • Draft: 5,13 m/17 ft • Height of main mast above deck: 54,20 m/178 ft • Total sail area: 3.000 m2/32,000 sq ft • Number of sails: 30 • Passengers: max. 64 • Crew: approx. 60 • Flag: Malta • Year constructed: 1931, renovated in 2011
Public Areas: • Lido deck with bar • Restaurant with open seating, one sitting • Hospital • Lounge with library and desk area with laptop
Hospital
Main Deck
Cabins: • 32 outside cabins (of those 10 cabins are original with marble bath/WC or shower/WC and 22 cabins with shower/WC) with bathrobes, hair dryer, telephone, individually adjustable A/C, private safe
Cabins with a bath, shower and WC
Cabins with a shower and WC
Masts
Deck Plan of Sea Cloud ii. Lido Deck
Lido Bar
Technical Data:
Lounge
Library
Lido Deck
Restaurant
Promenade Deck
Boutique
Purser
Fitness Area
Reception
Public Areas:
Cabins: • 47 outside cabins (of those 29 cabins with shower/WC, 16 junior suites with bathtub/WC and 2 luxury owner suites with bathtub and shower/WC) with bathrobes, hair dryer, telephone, individually adjustable A/C, private safe, TV/DVD, mini-bar
Hospital Swim Platform
Suites with bathtub/shower and walk-in closet (all other cabins showers & closets)
• Length overall: 117 m/384 ft • Beam: 16 m/53 ft • Draft: 5,40 m/18 ft • Height of main mast above deck: 57 m/187 ft • Total sail area: 3.000 m2/32,000 sq ft • Number of sails: 23 • Passengers: max. 94 • Crew: approx. 65 • Flag: Malta • Year constructed: 2001 • Lido deck with bar • Restaurant with open seating, one sitting • Lounge, boutique, library with laptop, sauna, fitness area, swim platform • Hospital
Cabin Deck
Sauna
Cat. B: De luxe original cabins Cat. 3: Twin-bed cabins
Cabins with connecting doors
Masts
Cat. B: Junior suites Cat. E: De luxe double-bed cabins
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For more information, please contact:
The payment and cancellation conditions of Sea Cloud Cruises GmbH, An der Alster 9, 20099 Hamburg, Germany apply, as do the general conditions of transportation of the Schiffahrtsgesellschaft Sea Cloud mbH & Co. KG and of the Schiffahrtsgesellschaft Sea Cloud ii mbH & Co. KG. These are available upon request or can be found at www.seacloud.com.