The lifestyle aboard the ships is casual and unregimented. Excellent literature, with suggested reading lists, is sent in advance. There is no smoking permitted in any of the interior areas of any of Clipper's ships, only outside, on deck. Typically, the Nantucket Clipper cruises the Caribbean from December through February, the East Coast of the U.S. in March, April, May, October, and November, including the Antebellum South, and Chesapeake Bay, and cruises the Hudson River area in September and October. The ship also cruises Maritime Canada and the St. Lawrence Seaway in June and August, and cruises French Canada and the Great Lakes in June and July.
All cabins are outside and have individually controlled air-conditioning and heating.
Cabins have two lower beds and private bath with shower. Some cabins have pullmans and can accommodate a third person. Many cabins feature a large picture window. Cabins have radio for music and announcements, but no tv or phone. American cuisine is served with regional specialties.