And soon we were being guided to Wind Spirit where she stood waiting, docked, just back from a previous voyage but shipshape and awaiting her new and eager voyagers. It’s not a big ship. It only has about 130 cabins. But it’s a sleek, tight sailing vessel with six sails that would soon be unfurled.
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And yet, here’s the thing: in the spirit of adventure, would you purposely set out on a cruise where you didn’t know where you were going? Yes!
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I always thought that all Greek salads were created equal. Our Athens-to-Athens Greek Isles trip aboard Wind Spirit this summer proved me wrong.
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Windstar’s yachts anchor in smaller, secluded ports in the Mediterranean, offering access to an endless number of hidden gems in Greece.
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Anyone who’s ever had knee trouble can sympathize with the Colossus of Rhodes. Built of bronze and standing 110 feet tall, the Colossus of Rhodes statue depicting Helios, the Greek God of the Sun, towered over Rhodes’ Mandraki Harbor 2,000 years ago. It symbolized Rhodes’ victory over Cyprus. Architect Chares of Lindos designed the statue
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Everyone who loves Greek cuisine, from its more than 30 Michelin starred restaurants to farm-to-table cooking, is aware of how delicious it is. Did you know, though, that it’s one of the most healthy cuisines in the world? As you cruise along Greece’s islands and mainland, the common touch in its culinary offerings is how
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It’s a mild August evening at the historic Liotrivi estate in Monemvasia, Greece, and our group is transfixed by traditional Greek dancers twirling and winding through the patch of olive trees where we’ve just eaten dinner, a king’s feast of fresh olives, tomatoes, feta cheese, sausage, bread, tzatziki and wine. The trill of the bouzouki,
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What we know of Western civilization first originated in ancient Greece 4,000 years ago. The land is home to numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Committee determines which locations make the list. Each site has cultural or natural significance. In Greece, the UNESCO World Heritage
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Once a center for ancient Greek religious life, the Sacred Rock of the Acropolis is now one of Athens’ most famous historical sites. From celebrating festivals of the gods of old to housing royalty throughout the ages, the Acropolis has remained standing proudly above the city. Even more exciting, you can see it in person.
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The Parthenon in Athens is rich in history, spanning several empires and still standing today. Visiting the Parthenon in Greece is a wonderful way to explore the country’s rich history and culture. In This Article Origins and Construction Why Is the Parthenon Important? How Old Is the Parthenon? Why Was the Parthenon Built? Who Built
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With Windstar’s Icons of the Ancient World: Greece & Israel itinerary, Greek mythology, holy lands, and the birthplace of Christianity are part of this hallmark journey.
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Windstar’s Wonders of Arabia cruise is a step back through the ancient civilizations of Greece, Egypt, Jordan, and Oman.
Greece is a beautiful country filled with rich history, culture and natural beauty. As you’re planning a vacation to explore all that Greece offers, make sure you add the island of Mykonos to your list of places to visit. This territory boasts some of the best beaches in the Mediterranean, and most of them are
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Eloping allows you to solidify your love with your significant other from anywhere in the world. Whether you gather a small group of your friends or go by yourselves, exploring new places after you exchange your vows is an unforgettable way to say “I do.” A destination wedding combines the ceremony with the honeymoon so
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Ermoupoli – Syros, Greece As you approach beautiful Ermoupoli from the sea it appears as a tumble of white and pastel-colored buildings tumbling down to the water with two prominent hills facing each other. Each is crowned with a church –the right-hand one that of the Orthodox Transfiguration of the Savior, the other the Catholic
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Named for the grandson of Apollo, Mykonos is the most cosmopolitan of the Cyclades Islands which sit in a rough circle amid the Aegean Sea south-west of Athens. Peppered about with gorgeous pale-sand beaches, the island’s lively nightlife scene attracts a string of celebrities both home-grown and of international fame as well as visitors from
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