5 Things I Learned in Polynesia’s Remote Marquesas Islands
The Marquesas are the most isolated islands in the world — farther from any continental landmass in the world
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This May Surprise You: Winter Can Be the Most Magical Time to Cruise in the Mediterranean
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
5 Merry Essentials to Cruising over Christmas and New Year’s
Last year, we gave each other one holiday gift: a Caribbean cruise that took place over Christmas.
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Experience a Mediterranean Christmas: The Best Culinary Traditions from Italy, France and Spain
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
Star Seeker Update: Windstar Cruises Takes Delivery of Star Seeker, its New All-Suite Yacht
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.
Surprising Perks of Visiting Venice in Winter
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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FAQ: Our Guide to Tipping on Windstar
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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Star Class Update: Star Seeker Undergoes Sea Trials, Countdown is On for Launch
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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Mindvalley’s Vishen Lakhiani to Host Transformational Voyage Around Spain on Windstar
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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Star Seeker Update: Can’t Wait to Visit Star Seeker? Check Out Its Meet-Ups With Windstar Fleetmates
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.
Windstar Introduces Transformative, Wellness-Themed Voyages
Debbie Dixon recently returned from a two-week Atlantic crossing on Wind Star and was still feeling the glow from the trip, which she describes as transformative. “It was such a great place to change the dynamic of what cruising is,” she tells me a few days after arriving home. “It’s an opportunity to lean into
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Star Seeker Update: Here’s How the New Ship Will Foster Relaxation
When Star Seeker debuts in December, it will reflect Windstar’s ongoing commitment to wellness while traveling. Overall, says Lieven Van Daele, Windstar’s director of guest experience, “wellness and relaxation are both important pillars for Windstar and it’s our philosophy that achieving these takes many forms.” First, of course, is the emphasis on creating a serene
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Star Seeker: First Look at Public Room Designs
Today, Windstar has revealed renderings, which are digital images that show how rooms like the Yacht Club, Main Lounge and Amphora will look – when they are completed.
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Star Seeker Update: Its Senior Officers Are Chosen. How is Bringing Out a New Ship a Different Job?
In reaching out to each member of the senior team, it was also heartwarming to hear how many of them commented that Star Seeker will be a new Windstar experience
What It’s Like: Sailing on a James Beard Foundation Culinary Cruise
One of the most popular aspects of Windstar’s partnership with the James Beard Foundation is its chef-led culinary cruises.
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If You Love Culture and Art, the Mediterranean is Perfect Year-Round
Are you game for experiencing some of the Mediterranean’s most popular cities in the low season? Here’s the good news: Winter in the Mediterranean can be milder than other places,. Sure, weather can be chilly but it’s also changeable weather, so don’t let that stop you.
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