When Windstar announced last fall that it would be extending its Mediterranean season to year-round (from spring/summer/autumn), the first thing I wondered was this: How would a cruise in November–early March be different from one during the traditional April–October time frame? How would the new timings materially change the experience?
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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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Last year, we gave each other one holiday gift: a Caribbean cruise that took place over Christmas.
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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
By the end of the seven days, something else had taken hold. The waiters, bartenders and cabin stewards remembered our names and drink orders, always delivered with an easygoing smile. We started to feel at home.
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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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In a festive celebration tinged with just a hint of sentimentality, Captain Belinda Bennett, who has served at the helm of Wind Spirit throughout its most recent year-round series of seasons in French Polynesia (the ship has served the region for ten years), handed over the ceremonial French Polynesian flag to Star Breeze Captain Terry
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With the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world seemed to come to a sudden halt. Stores closed, social distancing was enforced and events were canceled. Everyone in the world had to adapt to these changes and find ways to still celebrate the happy moments during this difficult time. Loving couples who had unfortunately planned
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An elegant cruise on a small ship is the ultimate romantic experience for you and your significant other. With exciting excursions and plenty of opportunities for downtime, you can quiet the noise of your busy lives together and be fully present with one another. Unique culinary experiences and entertainment with an exotic destination as your
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Even the busiest of us need a vacation at some point. Taking regular breaks at work is how to make sure you’re eating enough and resting. Sometimes though, you need a more extended break to recuperate and time to appreciate the world outside of your job. Read more about burnout below and find out how
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Your cruise fare includes the basics, such as accommodations, meals, entertainment and transportation to ports of call, so you may be ready to leave your wallet at home. Although you can easily enjoy your time on board without cash, it’s still a good idea to have some money on you. The question is — how
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Instead of taking your friends out to the same old restaurant or having a game night at your place for your birthday, try something different this year. A birthday cruise allows you to create a unique adventure and explore a new destination, all in celebration of your special day. Whether you want an extravagant party
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Your honeymoon marks you and your spouse’s new life together. No other vacation will be your honeymoon, so it’s worth making it special. If you experienced a lot of stress planning your wedding, your honeymoon is also a chance to relax, recharge and reflect on your marriage. Most importantly, psychologists believe your honeymoon helps you
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Is a friend, family member or coworker about to retire from a long career? If they love to travel, you have plenty of ways to surprise them with a thoughtful retirement gift — even if they’ve been around the world. For someone who enjoys traveling, being retired means they’ll have a lot more time to
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Whether you’ve been with your partner for a year or decades, it’s always worth celebrating your anniversary. Your anniversary is a milestone in your marriage and an opportunity to reconnect, reminisce, and simply enjoy your time together. If you want to experience the excitement and joy of your wedding day without the stress, a couple’s
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A traditional Thanksgiving usually involves gathering with family around the dinner table to feast on turkey and pumpkin pie. While Thanksgiving at home is still something to appreciate, it also takes a lot of work. If you love to travel and want a less stressful holiday, you may be considering a Thanksgiving cruise. Table of
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