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.
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.
Barcelona has it all – beaches, a collection of fantastical Antoni Gaudi works including perhaps the most incredible church you will ever see and …
When I went to book our Christmas break trip, I knew I wanted to go somewhere warm, where my husband and two boys (ages 13 and 16) could be surrounded by nature, and where we could get off the boat to safely explore, and maybe see some native creatures, like sloths, tropical birds, lizards, and dolphins.
Setting sail from Piraeus, Greece with seas a deep blue and fluffy white clouds floating lazily above Mount Olympus, the city of Athens appears as a granite backdrop to the impending enchantments just over the horizon.
The best bars in the Caribbean have certain attributes: The drinks are frosty, the view is dreamy and the nearby sea laps the shores ever …
The Marquesas are the most isolated islands in the world — farther from any continental landmass in the world
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.
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 …
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.
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
Star Explorer, the 224-guest sister ship to Windstar’s Star Seeker, will make its debut on December 28, 2026 and will cruise year-round in the Mediterranean.
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.
Last year, we gave each other one holiday gift: a Caribbean cruise that took place over Christmas.
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, …
Like many travelers, I’ve enjoyed Christmas market cruises on European rivers like the Rhine and Danube, visiting the sometimes-snowy markets in Germany, Austria, Hungary, and France. But what if you could enjoy Christmas markets in the Mediterranean? You can.
One of the questions we often hear from travelers is “when is the best time to cruise?” It’s hard to answer because there are so …
More and more, when travelers begin to invest, first in planning a trip and then by taking it, they’re wanting to spend more time in the places they’re going to. In fact, longer trips to long-haul destinations is a big trend in 2025.
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.
Have you ever tasted Puglian wine? This prominent wine-producing region is a wonderful destination for romantics, history buffs and amateur sommeliers alike. Pughlia, a popular …
One of the most popular aspects of Windstar’s partnership with the James Beard Foundation is its chef-led culinary cruises.
For Windstar, celebrating 10 years of its partnership with the New York-based James Beard Foundation®, means it’s spent the last decade not just significantly upgrading the cuisine served onboard its ships, but also introducing travelers to chefs with diverse backgrounds and approaches to food.
One of the most popular themed cruises Windstar has offered over the past decade, its chef-led partnership with the James Beard Foundation, continues in 2025.
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 …
From food carts to upscale cafes on the water, the cuisine in Italy, Spain, France and beyond is just as impressive as the scenery and historical sites.
Ocean crossings — most commonly the journeys between Europe and North America each spring and fall as ships reposition for the seasons — are one of the most underrated experiences in travel.
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.
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?
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 …
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 …
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 …
