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20 Best UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Italy

20 Best UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Italy

Italy has more World Heritage sites than anywhere in the world, with over 50 officially designated sites and many tentative spots up for consideration. Italy has a significant cultural and artistic influence on the Western world and is one of the best places for travelers to visit when exploring the vast culture of Europe.  With […]

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10 Famous Italian Artists

10 Famous Italian Artists

As the fourth most-visited country in the world, Italy is a world-renowned travel destination famous for its architecture, cuisine and fashion. The country is also known for its historical contributions to the Renaissance, generating countless art and musical pieces.  Many of the world’s most acclaimed painters and artists were from Italy. These artists created enduring and profound

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9 Best Frescoes in Italy

9 Best Frescoes in Italy

Italy is abundant with amazing art from throughout its history. You’ll see nearly countless frescos as you explore the country’s museums, churches and historical sites. These paintings involve artists painting directly on plaster walls. Several famous artists practiced this technique, including Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo.  When planning your trip to this beautiful country, add

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Things to See & Do in Giardini Naxos – Sicily in 24 Hours

The earliest of Sicily’s ancient Greek settlements, the lovely coastal resort of Giardini Naxos sits in a bay so beautiful it has few rivals the world over. Mainly beloved for its beach charms and sparkling Ionian Sea, this historic village is also home to an archaeological perk, a centuries-old castle, several churches and a small

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Guest Review: Classic Italy & Dalmatian Coast Cruise on Wind Surf

Cruising into a new port every morning is an adventure that harks back to a more graceful time when travel took longer – and the journey itself was the destination. After a day’s memorable sightseeing in Rome, I’ve joined Windstar Cruises’ flagship, Wind Surf, at Civitavecchia port on the Tyrrhenian Sea. A swift check in

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Small Cruise Ships Offer Exclusive Entry to Europe’s Hidden Harbors in Italy, Croatia, Montenegro & Beyond

The Adriatic is having a moment. In recent years, Croatia and lesser-known Montenegro have blossomed into “must go now” destinations in Europe, thanks to their stunning beauty, glimmering beaches, and old world charm. Pair those elements with the value, flexibility and many conveniences of a cruise vacation. It’s no wonder Windstar yacht guests love sailing

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Destination Discovery Event: Agrigento: Beauty Among the Ruins

If you haven’t had the opportunity to experience one of Windstar Cruises’ Destination Discovery Events, add it to your bucket list today! For those of you who are unfamiliar, we’ll fill you in. Alongside all of our itineraries, guests are treated to a complimentary and exclusive onshore event, specifically designed to give an in-depth and

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Wine Tasting in Brown Castle

A Walking Tour & Wine Tasting at Brown Castle – a Windstar Shore Excursion

The Walking Tour & Wine Tasting at the Brown Castle in the picturesque village of Portofino is quickly becoming a Windstar favorite. The tour begins at the landing pier, where your guide takes you through the narrow streets of Portofino, lined with beautiful villas and gardens full of tropical plants and Mediterranean olive trees. Climbing

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Announcing Windstar Local Dining Tips Curated by SAVEUR

Windstar Cruises has partnered with SAVEUR, a leading epicurean brand for culinary travel content, to develop a collection of local dining tips to uncover the world’s most delicious destinations for culinary travelers. The tips for more than 20 destinations around the globe include insider advice on where to find the tastiest restaurants, most unique local

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Star Pride Inaugural Voyage: A Day In Portofino

Joe Duckett, Windstar’s Vice President of Marketing and Sales, is currently on board the inaugural voyage of Star Pride. Today he enjoyed one of Windstar’s shore excursions in Portofino, Italy: the Walking Tour & Wine Tasting in Castle Brown. Joe shares his experience below. We are over halfway through Star Pride’s maiden voyage. Today, we

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