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What’s It REALLY Like to Sail on a Tall Ship?

Oct 2, 2026 · 34 min · 14 segments

In this episode, our Content Manager Jess shares her experience sailing on Star Clipper and discovers a completely different side to cruising. From the atmosphere onboard and life on a tall ship to…

In this episode, our Content Manager Jess shares her experience sailing on Star Clipper and discovers a completely different side to cruising. From the atmosphere onboard and life on a tall ship to the destinations, dining and those unforgettable moments under sail, Jess gives us a first-hand look at what makes this style of cruising so unique. If you’ve ever wondered whether a tall ship cruise could be for you, this episode is well worth a listen. Take a look at our amazing brands: https://www.southamptoncruisecentre.com/ https://www.rivercruising.co.uk/ https://thetravelvillage.co.uk/ https://www.theholidayvillage.com/ Take a journey around the world without even leaving your house. Through mesmerising, turbulent and out of this world real-life stories from travel industry professionals, we’ll take you on the adventure of a lifetime. Expect laughter, awe-inspiring holiday inspiration and maybe even a few tears - as well as latest travel news, top tips and more! Filled with tales you don’t want to miss, this is Now Boarding. ✈️ Thanks for flying with *Now Boarding*! 🎧 Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @nowboardingtvg 📺 Subscribe on YouTube: @NowBoardingTVG 🙏 Like the show? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify 🎙️ Hosted by Phil Nuttall & The Travel Group Team

In this episode, our Content Manager Jess shares her experience sailing on Star Clipper and discovers a completely different side to cruising. From the atmosphere onboard and life on a tall ship to…

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Speakers: Jess ClaytonGuestPhil NuttallHost

Top entities: Phil Nuttall×15 Star Clipper×22 Star Flyer×8 Calvi×8 Corsica×4

Hoisting the Sails10:22 – 12:57

Phil NuttallHost

10:22

And it's all digital, isn't it? Yes.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:24

But this is the real deal, isn't it? It's genuinely unforgettable.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:27

The first time that you've left port, because obviously we left Nice under engine power.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:35

And then once you get to a certain point, the sales go up.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:38

Now, it's not just a case of the sales are going up.

Phil NuttallHost

10:42

Exactly.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:43

They don't even press the button until Vangelis is pumping out.

Phil NuttallHost

10:47

No way.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:48

Yeah, across the ship.

Phil NuttallHost

10:49

Chariots of Fire.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:50

It wasn't Chariots of Fire.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:51

I'm not quite sure what the song was, but it's so dramatic.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:55

And you just stood there watching them hoist them.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:58

And it's just the most incredible feeling.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

11:00

You're suddenly like, this is sailing.

Phil NuttallHost

11:03

Yeah.

Phil NuttallHost

11:03

This is a proper adventure at sea.

Phil NuttallHost

11:06

This is what I bought into.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

11:07

Yeah.

Phil NuttallHost

11:08

I can imagine.

Phil NuttallHost

11:09

I bet it's about the noise as well.

Phil NuttallHost

11:11

I bet it's quite, it's quite

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

11:12

noisy.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

11:12

Yeah, as soon as the wind actually hits the sails as well.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

11:16

Yeah, it's very, very

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PortofinoTravel > Destinations > Mediterranean > French Riviera
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Dining on CruisesTravel > Cultural Experiences > Local Cuisine
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Hoisting the Sails10:22 – 12:57

Phil NuttallHost

10:22

And it's all digital, isn't it? Yes.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:24

But this is the real deal, isn't it? It's genuinely unforgettable.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:27

The first time that you've left port, because obviously we left Nice under engine power.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:35

And then once you get to a certain point, the sales go up.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:38

Now, it's not just a case of the sales are going up.

Phil NuttallHost

10:42

Exactly.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:43

They don't even press the button until Vangelis is pumping out.

Phil NuttallHost

10:47

No way.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:48

Yeah, across the ship.

Phil NuttallHost

10:49

Chariots of Fire.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:50

It wasn't Chariots of Fire.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:51

I'm not quite sure what the song was, but it's so dramatic.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:55

And you just stood there watching them hoist them.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

10:58

And it's just the most incredible feeling.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

11:00

You're suddenly like, this is sailing.

Phil NuttallHost

11:03

Yeah.

Phil NuttallHost

11:03

This is a proper adventure at sea.

Phil NuttallHost

11:06

This is what I bought into.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

11:07

Yeah.

Phil NuttallHost

11:08

I can imagine.

Phil NuttallHost

11:09

I bet it's about the noise as well.

Phil NuttallHost

11:11

I bet it's quite, it's quite

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

11:12

noisy.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

11:12

Yeah, as soon as the wind actually hits the sails as well.

J

Jess ClaytonGuest

11:16

Yeah, it's very, very

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