The wind-powered, retro voyage for people who don't like cruises

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The wind-powered, retro voyage for people who don't like cruises
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A new no-fly offering means you can make your way to the start of the voyage by train, for the ultimate go-slow itinerary

Miles of polished brass and glossy mahogany immerse you in the theatre of yesteryear sailing, while two pools and a range of low-impact watersports are as contemporary as it gets. The luxury, as you might expect, is low-key; the DVD player in my room somewhat affirms the point.

It is a novel thing, being at sea without the incessant moan of an engine – a similar pleasure to which I’ve experienced cycling downhill or generally moving without sweat or fossil fuels. Krafft assured me that they turn the engines on only when necessary – in port, for example, when precise maneuvering is required. The rest of the time it’s wind, wits and Poseidon’s favour.

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