If you wouldn’t be caught dead on a cruise ship with thousands of people, playing Bingo, watching Vegas-style acts and visiting touristy ports of call, know that there are alternative ways to get to the spectacular islands and fascinating small harbors of the world. Not a cruiser? Try a different kind of ship. Here’s how […]
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Enough with the herds of tourists trampling down the same old beaten path in Europe! It’s time to embrace the rich and vast cultural and historical heritage of Europe’s most beautiful nations by immersing yourself in authentic local experiences. We at Windstar are pleased to add an incredible variety of shore excursions in Europe this
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We caught up with award winning guest chef Michel Nischan following his eight-day trip from Lisbon to Barcelona on our first James Beard Foundation Culinary Collection cruise on Wind Surf. Inspired by his time perusing the stalls of vibrant produce, fresh seafood, and dizzying arrays of cured meats at markets at ports like Tangier, Malaga,
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We can’t believe we’re already talking about 2017 – it seems like 2016 just got here – but in the cruise world, we’re always looking several years ahead to plan our next itineraries, our newest travel destinations, and our most interesting and meaningful shore excursions. We’re proud to roll out our 2017 Voyage Collection today,
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Windstar Cruises has been sailing to Tahiti for over 35 years, and they are considered the small ship expert in the region. From relaxing on private beaches to snorkeling in pristine coral reefs, a cruise to Tahiti is a dream trip for many travelers, especially those seeking a romantic retreat. In 2023, USA Today included
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Seared Wild Striped Bass with Tomato Sage “Fondue” Recipe Courtesy: Chef Michel Nischan, 2016 Serves 6 Ingredients: 2 tablespoons roasted garlic cloves (4-5 cloves) 2 tablespoons sliced fresh sage Sea salt 6 skin-on striped bass fillets (each about 6 ounces) 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil 2 tablespoons diced shallot 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 4 heirloom
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By Kitty Bean Yancey Visitors to France often are intimidated by French style and formidably rigid etiquette — not to mention café waiters who may ignore awkward outsiders. It can be a shock to go from being a pampered insider on a yacht-like luxury cruise such as those offered by Windstar to feeling at sea
French Secrets for Fitting in While Cruising the Riviera Read More »
Even though our ships are off to the Mediterranean for the summer season, we are still dreaming of the sun and sand of Costa Rica and Panama. We had an incredible season in the region in 2015/16 and wanted to share some exciting news! We are always tailoring itineraries based on guest feedback and we
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Travel professionals get this question a lot: “Should I visit the French OR Italian Riviera? I don’t have time for both.” Well, both are beautiful and glamorous. Both have delicious cuisine (Salade Niçoise vs. Fresh Pasta with Ligurian Basil Pesto). Both have scrumptious local wine (rosés in France vs. white wines from Vermentino grapes in
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By Lynn & Cele Seldon Just what is it about Windstar Cruises that lures executives from competing cruise lines onto Windstar’s ships time and time again. “Several years ago, I started noticing how many executives from other lines that we had sailing with us,” says Joe Duckett, Windstar’s vice president of sales and marketing. “Without
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This week we’re very excited to launch our first-ever James Beard Foundation Culinary Collection cruise, sailing aboard the Wind Surf on an eight-day voyage from Lisbon to Barcelona, docking in Tangier, Morocco before heading to Spain with stops in Málaga, Almeria, Cartagena, Ibiza, and Tarragona. This new partnership between the esteemed two more cruises
Traveling with Windstar is all about getting intimate with the port of call that your private yacht is visiting on any given day. The intimate size of the six-ship fleet of sailing and power yachts allows guests to enjoy incredible local experiences embracing the culture of the destination, allowing for a more immersive travel experience
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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
A fitting bit of news for March – introducing Captain Belinda Bennett. In addition to being the first female and black captain in Windstar’s history, she is the first black female captain in the commercial cruise industry. An exclusive handful of women are currently making waves as captains, with the first American female captain tapped
Just in time for summer, we are very excited to announce our largest savings on Windstar itineraries in Europe, ever! Our brand new “Pick Your Perk in Europe” promotion is live, meaning if you weren’t sure whether to take a trip to Europe this summer/fall, the choice just got a lot easier. The “Pick Your
Considering a Cruise in Europe? Don’t Miss This Sale. Read More »
Windstar Cruises offers the ultimate Caribbean cruise experience for sophisticated travelers. Each of the six yachts of Windstar carries just a few hundred guests to exotic locales around the world in beautifully-appointed accommodations. Throughout the beautiful Caribbean isles, trendy Costa Rica, historic Panama, chic French Polynesia, and beyond, the small ship experience offers savvy sojourners a
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