In summer, Windstar’s yachts, hosting only 148-342 guests, offer a chance to travel to Mediterranean towns and villages that aren’t typically on bigger ship itineraries.
The best Mediterranean cruise for summer is a small ship, yacht-style sailing that explores coastal destinations across Italy, Greece, France, Croatia, and Montenegro while allowing travelers to stay cool on the water.
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Windstar Cruises’ Yacht Club Voyages in 2026 offer loyal travelers a chance to sail with company leaders, explore unique destinations, and enjoy exclusive onboard events designed specifically for repeat guests.
In 2026, Sail Away With Windstar on Three Yacht Club Voyages Read More »
Imagine that your suite evokes memories of the stately Broadmoor Resort or the lush and sunny vibe of the salt marshes at Sea Island, two prominent land-based resorts in America. Actually, there’s no need to imagine. Windstar was inspired to create suite accommodations that mirrored the Colorado and Georgia resorts, sister companies to Windstar, for
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One of the more mysterious islands in the Mediterranean is Corsica, one of France’s 18 regions. Nearby Sardinia, which is part of Italy and often paired with Corsica on summer itineraries such as Treasure Troves of Corsica & Sardinia, is known for its beaches and crystal-clear waters. Corsica, on the other hand, has a very diverse landscape with dramatic mountain ranges, forests and historic cities and towns.
Why is Corsica One of the Mediterranean’s Best Discoveries? Read More »
Two well-traveled solo cruisers boarded Star Breeze in San Diego, headed for a 14-day repositioning cruise (meaning lots of sea days) before winding up in French Polynesia.
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A christening ceremony to honor a new ship that joins a cruise line’s fleet is always a huge milestone in its maritime heritage. Windstar’s celebration of Star Seeker, which took place in Miami in mid-January, was way more than that.
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The Marquesas are the most isolated islands in the world — farther from any continental landmass in the world
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Visiting Italy, France and Spain onboard Star Legend earlier this year was unexpectedly magnificent. I say unexpectedly because I learned then that this part of the Riviera has, for centuries, been a winter haven for northern Europeans. I get it now. The late winter week was pleasantly cool, I loved the calmer-than-summer ambience, there was
For all who prefer to experience the Mediterranean through their tastebuds, celebrating Christmas in the region with seasonal culinary traditions offers an authentic European experience. Of course, far better to be exploring the Mediterranean itself during the festive season (and our year-round voyages allow you to do just that). There, between visiting Christmas markets and
Windstar Cruises has officially taken ownership of Star Seeker, its newest all-suite yacht, following a handover ceremony on Monday, December 15 at the WestSEA Shipyard in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. The 224-guest yacht is the first new build in Windstar’s Star Class and marks a major milestone in the small ship cruise line’s ongoing fleet expansion.
Earlier this year, in mid-January in fact, it occurred to me that combining a three-night stay in Venice, a cruise homeport, with one of Windstar’s “locals’ season” European voyages, could be an unusual way to kick off the new year. My seven night voyage from Venice to Rome on Star Legend started with an overnight
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One of the most common questions we get over here at Windstar’s blog is about the latest update on tipping onboard. With that in mind, here are some answers (and please let us know if you have additional comments in the chat). The main event Windstar has two types of gratuities. The first is a
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As Star Seeker gets tantalizingly closer to launch (she debuts on December 28 in Malaga), we’ve heard a lot about “sea trials,” the next major milestone in the life of a newbuild. As we discovered from Star Seeker’s float-out, the moment when a ship takes to the sea and floats for the first time, there’s
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Over the past few years, Windstar has been embracing its commitment to mind, body and spirit via a range of opportunities, from a series of transformative voyages hosted by visionary wellness architect, author, and soulful guide Debbie Dixon to creating new, relaxation-focused spaces on its new Star Seeker and Star Explorer. Windstar’s newest opportunity? For
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Beginning in January, Windstar is celebrating “meet-ups” in ports in the Canary Islands and the Caribbean where Star Seeker and other ships in the fleet happen to coincide.
