In French Polynesia, Every Day is Earth Day with Coral Gardeners
If you’ve been to Tahiti with Windstar over the past few years, you likely know about its partnership with Coral Gardeners, the Moorea-based nonprofit.
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Jul26
What to Know About the Blue Lagoon Before You Visit Iceland
Are you curious about the Blue Lagoon? Perhaps you’ve seen photos of bathers relaxing in the lagoon’s milky turquoise waters, or maybe you’ve listened to …
May26
Cruise Secrets of Long-Time Cruisers
There’s a reason many first-time travelers become lifelong cruisers — cruise vacations combine all the best parts of the land and sea for an unforgettable …
May21
Tips for Vacationing With Friends
It’s Saturday night, and you’ve gathered with your closest friends. Suddenly, you have the idea to cruise the Mediterranean, just you and your pals, and …
May21
Group Travel Tips and Benefits
Are you used to trekking the globe solo or with a significant other? While traveling alone or with a partner has benefits, like quiet “me …
Apr01
Ultimate Bucket List Travel Ideas
What’s on your bucket list? Do you dream of ancient ruins or some of the world’s most beautiful beaches? Maybe your list is brimming with dazzling …
Apr01
U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Guide
Are you dreaming of an easy, breezy tropical escape? Consider the U.S. Virgin Islands, also known as America’s paradise. The U.S. Virgin Islands are ideal …
Jul19
11 Best UNESCO World Heritage Sites in France
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) protects important sites globally by designating them as World Heritage Sites. Many travelers choose to visit …
Jul19
The 10 Best UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Mexico
Mexico is home to 35 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including 27 cultural sites, six natural sites and two mixed sites. With so many to choose …
Jul15
Windstar Guide Tihoti Talks About Tahitian Tattoos and Traditions
Tihoti is one of Windstar’s incredible Tahitian guides, and he talks about his tattoos and keeping Tahitian culture alive in the digital age.
Jul07
11 Best UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Spain
World Heritage sites are designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as culturally and historically significant. These locations represent humanity’s contribution …
Jun30
Best Time to Cruise to the Caribbean
While cruises sail worldwide, many travelers favor the Caribbean, and for a good reason. Caribbean cruises sail year-round, allowing travelers to explore white sand beaches …
Jun03
Windstar Cruises Releases Schedule & New Itineraries Through 2025
Windstar Cruises has released its sailing schedule through the summer of 2025, which includes several exciting, new cruises in Tahiti, Costa Rica, the Canary Islands …
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Feb05
Palm Hearts & Romesco Leaves Salad Recipe by Jennifer Jasinski
Ingredients 2 qt. freshly pressed ruby red grapefruit juice, about 12 grapefruits 5 oz. sugar 4 oz. egg whites 4 sheets gelatin 3ea. 0-2 charges …
Dec28
Windstar President’s Favorite Cocktail – Aperol Spritz Recipe
The Aperol Spritz is a popular ritual onboard any Windstar cruise! The most widespread and commonly drunk aperitif in Italy: a traditional ice-breaker and symbol …
Oct25
6 Reasons Why Windstar has the Best Foodie Cruises
Foodie travel is a trend that keeps getting hotter and hotter and Windstar is at the head of the class when it comes to innovative …
Oct05
Hugh Acheson’s Cod With Leeks, Chorizo And Pimenton Recipe
We are thrilled to be the 2017 Official Cruise Line of the James Beard Foundation. Our James Beard Culinary Cruises offer guests cooking demonstrations, wine …
Sep11
New Cruise Beverage Packages for Every Taste
Windstar’s new beverage packages are the perfect complement to your cruise. For everyone from wine dabblers to wine connoisseurs, cocktail enthusiasts and spirits lovers, you’re …
Aug04
HOW TO COOK OCTOPUS
Chef Annie uses classic French techniques on Southern and Midwestern ingredients at her lauded Louisville restaurant, Decca, where her wood-fired cooking program is a hot attraction.
Sep24
Private Event – Bora Bora: Celebration Festival
On August 17, guests on Windstar’s Dreams of Tahiti voyage were able to mix and mingle with royalty: Mareva Georges, the former Miss Tahiti and …
Sep22
Windstar Cruises Rolls Out the Red Carpet at the Emmy Awards for Top Selling Travel Agents
Windstar Cruises celebrated the winners of its Rising Stars Travel Agent Challenge this weekend at the 67th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, California. …
Sep03
SAIL Amsterdam: Tall Ship Parade
Wind Surf recently sailed one of Windstar’s newest itineraries in Northern Europe: the “Windmills and Tall Ships” voyage, which featured an incredible front-row view of …
Aug19
Private Event – St. Petersburg: Reception at the Catherine Palace
Every time we say we have a favorite Private Event, we find a new one that we love the most. Our new favorite is the …
Jul29
Destination Discovery Event: “Culloden: Fields of the Bonnie Prince”
We’re really enjoying our Destination Discovery Event program, are you? There are so many unique ones happening around the world each week, and recently we …
Feb24
Windstar Guests go for the Gold with Olympian Mark Spitz
On January 17, guests on board Windstar’s Yachtsman’s Caribbean itinerary, were able to mix and mingle with Olympic swimming legend Mark Spitz. Spitz is best …
Windstar Buzz
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Jan02
New Year’s Resolutions from Trusted Cruise Travelers: “Life Is Short, Enjoy As Much As You Can!”
As the clock resets a new year at the stroke of midnight, new experiences eagerly beckon travelers to discover lands not yet known to them. …
Dec13
Meet Signature Expeditions Creator: New Expedition Captain James Griffiths
We are excited to announce the appointment of Captain James Griffiths to a new position as Expedition Captain for the award-winning small ship cruise line. …
Nov28
Vote for Windstar for Best Boutique Cruise & More Awards in USA Today’s “10 Best” Poll
Windstar Cruises has been nominated in five prestigious categories by USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice travel award contest! Last year Windstar proudly took home Best …
Nov02
Behind The Scenes: Goats in Trees & Other Unexpected Cruise Ads
Like nothing you’ve ever seen. Twenty feet in the air, the amazing, climbing goats of Agadir are feasting on the fruit of the argan tree. …
Oct30
When the Sea is Your Runway, You Hoist French Couture Sails
Our flagship sailing vessel Wind Surf, one of the largest motor sail yachts (MSY) in the world at 14,745 GRT, recently received crisp new sails, …
Oct27
Unexpected Sweepstakes: Win a 2018 Cruise to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco
Here at Windstar we are enjoying an “Unexpected Fall” and invite our favorite cruisers along to do the same. UNEXPECTED SWEEPSTAKES – TAKE THE QUIZ …