What do you get when you combine passion, attention to detail, a discerning palette and some of the finest vineyards in existence? You get delicious wine. Chris Figgins is President and Winemaking Director for Figgins Family Wine Estates of Walla Walla, Washington, where he ensures that both Leonetti Cellar and his personal FIGGINS brand produce […]
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Our yachts define the Windstar experience – elegant, luxurious and timeless. When we began conceptualizing our $18 million fleet refurbishment, we looked for a design team that could stay true to the classical feel of our sailing yachts as well as enhancing the ineffable beauty of them. Windstar selected design and build partner Trimline Interiors
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How does the Mediterranean look different from the deck of a Windstar sailing yacht? It’s more accessible, closer and more magical than you ever imagined. We don’t just take you to Italy, we introduce you to places like Ischia, a small volcanic island in the Tyrrhenian Sea; and Portovenere with its stunning villages and medieval
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We often hear from our alumni how romantic they find our yachts to be, and it is our pleasure to have hosted some of your most treasured memories throughout the years. Many of you tell us that our sails are what make our yachts so romantic. Well, all of your feedback has been affirmed by
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Our expanded edition of our 2012 Voyage Collection is now available showcasing 114 beautifully detailed pages highlighting the world’s most intriguing destinations – legendary ports like Rome, Athens and Venice, and yachtsman’s secrets like Soper’s Hole in the Caribbean and Gythion in Greece – all in Windstar style. We’re here to show you what cruising
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We pride ourselves on visiting some of the world’s most compelling ports, whether they be tropical havens in the Caribbean, rainforests in Costa Rica, or cultural meccas in Europe. Our Hotel Packages are a convenient and affordable option to extend your vacation. Each hotel is hand-selected by Windstar and packages include taxes, luggage handling, and
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Having sailed with us once before some time ago, we couldn’t wait to get Peter Knego back on board. As a cruise journalist and historian, Peter’s passion for the industry has taken him to all seven continents while his expertise has landed his comments in such prominent publications as The New York Times and USA
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Condé Nast Traveler just released their annual Reader’s Choice Awards for 2011 and Windstar is thrilled to be recognized on the prestigious “Top Small-Ship Cruise Lines” list. “We are honored that the readers of Condé Nast Traveler selected Windstar Cruises again as one of the top small-ship cruise lines in the world,” said Hans Birkholz,
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From Barcelona to Palma, Portoferraio to Rome, our Islands of the West Med Voyages explore some of the region’s most unforgettable destinations. Have you ever stood in front of La Sagrada Família in Barcelona? Peculiar and magnificent, a Gothic interpretation through the eyes of an abstract thinker, Gaudí’s masterpiece was less than a quarter complete
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If you’ve ever wanted to feel like royalty, living the jet-set lifestyle in the richest ports in the Mediterranean, this is the itinerary for you. We are so excited about our Glitter & Glam of the Rivieras Voyages and can’t wait for you to experience these unforgettable destinations with us. Even the word “riviera” brings
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We are all excited for the beginning stages of our refurbishment this fall, but Kris Thompson has a unique perspective. As Director of Marine Hotel Operations and Project Manager of the Refurbishment Project, Kris is deep in design plans and fabric samples. 45 days out from the refurbishment, she shares her anticipation with us: “There
We often have exciting news to share with you, but rarely do we have something to announce of this magnitude. This fall, Windstar launches a multi-million dollar fleet refurbishment plan to renovate our sailing yachts. It is one of several major projects within our “Full Sail Ahead” strategic initiative encompassing refurbishment, branding, technology investments and
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What would you do with an extra day in St. Martin — maybe savor exotic cocktails made with native guavaberry liquors, explore the myriad shops and cafes lining the picturesque boardwalks? And if you had a day to enjoy Barbados, would you simply relax on the fine white-sand beaches, palm fronds rustling gently overhead and
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As our alumni, your feedback is essential. You cruise with us time and time again, and we want to know how we can best say thank you. Take our survey to tell us what YOU think of our Foremast Club Membership program. We also want to know from the experts (you) how we can provide
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Wind Surf: Bodrum & Wind Spirit: Amsterdam Arriving into a new port for the first time is an exhilarating experience. It is a thrill for our guests, a thrill for those on land watching our sailing yachts approach, and a thrill for the crew. The maiden call is made even more memorable by undergoing an
Whole roasted suckling pig, grilled lobster tails with drawn butter, marinated grilled lamb chops with mint jelly… fare you might expect at a 5-star restaurant, and far from the burgers and hot dogs you see at your regular barbecue. Our deck barbecue is no neighborhood cookout – it is a unique culinary experience at sea,
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