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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Jul18
Windstar’s Passport to Latin America and the Panama Canal: Our Guide
Picture yourself on a warm winter cruise with a Latin beat, filled with bucket list sights to see along with dreamy beach days. My first …
Jul15
Discover Panama’s Colorful and Remote San Blas Islands
Travel south from the rattling maracas and sultry samba of Cuba across the Caribbean Sea, east of the jungles and cloud forests of Costa Rica, …
Jul09
Windstar’s Passport to the Caribbean: Our Guide
What I love about the Caribbean in the shoulder seasons of late fall and early spring, and all winter long, is the just-warm-enough sunshine, tropical breezes, and the delicious sense that the world here often stops still. It’s the best possible peaceful respite from the Northern Hemisphere’s winter.
Jun13
Windstar’s Passport to Northern Europe: Our Guide
If you’re heading to Northern Europe, you may be dreaming of high tea, ancient castles and quaint villages. Or perhaps you envision sophisticated cities with …
Jun12
How Will Your Family Celebrate Father’s Day This Year? We’ve Got a Few Ideas
I’ve built a Windstar Dad list, mostly from watching the best dad I know — my husband — light up with joy at somewhat surprising things while cruising with Windstar.
Jun07
The Best Small Ports in Greece on Windstar’s Mediterranean Cruises
Windstar’s yachts anchor in smaller, secluded ports in the Mediterranean, offering access to an endless number of hidden gems in Greece.
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Apr09
Winds of Change: Windstar’s Podcast Series Offers Insider Access to Ships and Trips
Have you wondered how Windstar plans its itineraries, chooses the wines for its onboard wine lists and develops shore excursions in ports of call? Welcome to Windstar’s new Winds of Change podcast, just launched in January 2025, which is all about offering insider access to how cruises are developed.
Mar08
Getting to Know You: Teresa Haughey, Crew Welfare and Engagement Manager
If you have traveled with Windstar Cruises, you’ll already know that its crew is the secret sauce that makes a cruise extra special. Here’s one reason why.
Feb12
Wind Surf Debuts After Major Refurbishment; We’ve Got New Details and First Photographs
Wind Surf’s refurbishment is part of Windstar’s Setting Sails initiative, which redesigns all three of its sailing class of vessels between now and 2027
Feb05
Star Seeker Update: Star Seeker Floats Out
When a cruise line builds a new ship, one of the most magical maritime traditions is that of its float out. Why magical? If you’ve …
Feb01
Windstar Cruises’ President Chris Prelog: Where Will the Future Lead Us in Travel?
As Chris Prelog and his team at Windstar Cruises contemplate not just what will be trendy in travel for 2025, they’re also thinking much more …
Nov22
Getting to Know You: Windstar’s Janet Bava, Chief Commercial Officer
Windstar Cruises’ year-round Mediterranean itinerary, which celebrates all the seasons, wasn’t actually meant to be. For Janet Bava, who joined Windstar as chief commercial officer …
Jun12
How Will Your Family Celebrate Father’s Day This Year? We’ve Got a Few Ideas
I’ve built a Windstar Dad list, mostly from watching the best dad I know — my husband — light up with joy at somewhat surprising things while cruising with Windstar.
Mar15
FAQ: Why Consider a Cruise Tour Before or After Your Next Voyage?
This year, one travel theme I keep hearing, over and over again, is how travelers are taking longer trips that may involve different segments, combining …
Feb24
How Will New Trends in Travel Affect Your Next Trips?
More than just focusing on trendy, in-demand places to visit in 2025 we’re seeing that travelers are intrigued by experiences and trips that allow explorations in new ways.
Sep03
The Ultimate Guide to Cruising Solo
A solo cruise is an amazing way to travel, whether you’re looking to see the world, get away from it all or meet new people! …
Jun23
A Traveler’s Guide: Best Tips to Stay Safe in the Sun
How do we reconcile protecting ourselves from the harmful effects of the sun’s rays with protecting the watery environment we cherish?
May08
Here’s Why Travel Advisors Might Just Be Your Best Friend
I was at a writers’ retreat last month in New Orleans with some friends — travel journalists and editors — whom you might call extremely …
Feb22
20 Must-Try Greek Foods to Taste While Traveling in Greece
Everyone who loves Greek cuisine, from its more than 30 Michelin starred restaurants to farm-to-table cooking, is aware of how delicious it is. Did you …
Dec28
9 Must-Try Foods (and 1 Drink) to Sample on a Cruise Around Japan
Japan is an incredible destination known, sure, for art and culture. And yet one of the best ways to dig into life there is through …
Dec10
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. …
Dec02
Windstar FAQ: Cruise Beverage Packages for Every Taste
Windstar’s beverage packages are the perfect complement to your cruise. For everyone from wine dabblers to wine connoisseurs, cocktail enthusiasts and spirits lovers, you’re sure …
Nov13
13 Popular Canadian Foods to Try While Traveling
One of the reasons why the Canadian culinary scene is so intriguing is that it contains influences from England, Scotland and France, and also cuisine with roots in Native American and Asia cultures.
Jun19
What It’s Like: Shopping with the Chef in Bordeaux
It’s Saturday morning on our 11-day James Beard Foundation cruise through Portugal, Spain and France. “Shop with the chef” is a complimentary excursion offered, (when possible) on specific itineraries.
Nov03
What It’s Like: Our Year-Round Mediterranean Cruise on Star Legend
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?
May06
Why Windstar is a Favorite for Multi-Generational Travels
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 …
Feb08
In Tahiti, Windstar’s Wind Spirit Hands Over the Year-Round Reins to Star Breeze
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 …
Dec02
What Is a Microwedding?
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 …
Nov12
Why a Cruise Should Be Your First Vacation as a Couple
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 …
Oct21
How Vacation Time Helps You Avoid Burnout
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 …