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Windstar Cruises’ Most Unique Shore Excursions in the Mediterranean

From ancient castles in Greece to blue grottoes along the Sicilian coast, these are the most exciting shore excursions Windstar offers in the Mediterranean.

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Windstar’s Most Unique Shore Excursions in the Caribbean

An overview of the most exciting shore excursions on Windstar Cruises’ Caribbean itineraries, from sailboat racing to rum tasting.

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Best Beaches in Puerto Rico

Best Beaches in Puerto Rico

Elegant cruises. Tropical paradises. Pristine beaches. A new lease on life. You can enjoy it all when you visit Puerto Rico.  Puerto Rico is a Caribbean …

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Top UNESCO Sites Windstar Cruises Visits in the Middle East

Windstar Cruises explores both cities and natural wonders in Jordan, Egypt, Israel, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and beyond, including a number of notable UNESCO sites.

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Six Grand Mosques to Visit on Your Windstar Cruise in the Middle East

Windstar Cruises’ Middle East itineraries offer shore excursions visiting world-famous mosques in Egypt, Oman and the United Arab Emirates.

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Notable Christian Holy Sites Windstar Cruises Visits in the Middle East

Windstar Cruises offers nearly two dozen cruises to the Middle East, visiting a number of bucket list holy sites in Egypt, Jordan, Israel, Oman, Saudi Arabia and beyond.

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Destinations

Looking for an urban oasis or beachfront escape discover where to go next.

Windstar Buzz

Looking for the latest news from Windstar Cruises? This is where you will find it.
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New Year’s Resolutions from Trusted Cruise Travelers: “Life Is Short, Enjoy As Much As You Can!”

As the clock resets a new year at the stroke of midnight, new experiences eagerly beckon travelers to discover lands not yet known to them. …

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Meet Signature Expeditions Creator: New Expedition Captain James Griffiths

We are excited to announce the appointment of Captain James Griffiths to a new position as Expedition Captain for the award-winning small ship cruise line. …

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Vote for Windstar for Best Boutique Cruise & More Awards in USA Today’s “10 Best” Poll

Windstar Cruises has been nominated in five prestigious categories by USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice travel award contest! Last year Windstar proudly took home Best …

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Behind The Scenes: Goats in Trees & Other Unexpected Cruise Ads

Like nothing you’ve ever seen. Twenty feet in the air, the amazing, climbing goats of Agadir are feasting on the fruit of the argan tree. …

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When the Sea is Your Runway, You Hoist French Couture Sails

Our flagship sailing vessel Wind Surf, one of the largest motor sail yachts (MSY) in the world at 14,745 GRT, recently received crisp new sails, …

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Unexpected Sweepstakes: Win a 2018 Cruise to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco

Here at Windstar we are enjoying an “Unexpected Fall” and invite our favorite cruisers along to do the same. UNEXPECTED SWEEPSTAKES – TAKE THE QUIZ …

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A Guide to Cozumel Cruise Port

Cozumel is an island paradise steeped in Mayan, Mexican and Caribbean culture. It’s widely loved for its pristine coral reefs and sparkling blue waters. It’s …

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How many people can I expect on my cruise

How Many People Can I Expect on My Cruise?

Are you considering booking a cruise, but don’t want to deal with crowds? If you’re the type of traveler who would prefer to avoid a …

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Why People Like Cruising

If you’ve never cruised before, it may be hard to understand why some people are self-proclaimed cruise addicts. Some travelers love cruising so much that …

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How to Sanitize Your Space and Airplane Seat

If you’re aching to dig your toes into Caribbean sand or feel the caress of a Mediterranean breeze, you probably can’t wait to set sail again. …

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Pompeii Essential facts and tips to make the most of your day tour to the ruins

Once a popular resort destination for Rome’s upper class, a tour through present day Pompeii is an eerie yet fascinating journey through the last days …

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What to do in Santorini, Greece in 24 Hours

The first view of Santorini you will have, arriving by water across the crater of a long-ago drowned volcano, is a heart-stoppingly spectacular one. Sheer …

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Travel Tips

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Eat + Drink

Discover exquisite local flavors and innovative culinary creations.
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Windstar & James Beard Foundation Team Up on Culinary Travel Tour de Force

We are thrilled to be announced as official cruise line of the James Beard Foundation and sponsor of the organization’s esteemed JBF Awards, Taste America®, …

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Chef Michael’s Thanksgiving Recipes: Traditional Turkey with Bacon, Fennel & Apple Bread Dressing & Cider Gravy

by Windstar Cruises Corporate Executive Chef Michael Sabourin The holidays are a time to gather, take time out of busy schedules to enjoy the company …

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Eat Sushi, Viking Style

by Kathleen Squires I enjoy being a denizen of the sushi bars of New York City, and I particularly savor sitting within arm’s reach of …

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Try Seattle Chef Hines’ Lobster Risotto Recipe from James Beard Foundation Culinary Cruise

We recently had the pleasure of sailing with Chef Maria Hines on our James Beard Foundation Culinary Cruise of Spain and France. While on board, …

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James Beard Awarded Chef Integrates Local Food With Fine Dining for Windstar Cruise

We caught up with award winning guest chef Michel Nischan following his eight-day trip from Lisbon to Barcelona on our first James Beard Foundation Culinary …

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Who’s Hungry? Recipes from James Beard Foundation Culinary Cruise

Seared Wild Striped Bass with Tomato Sage “Fondue” Recipe Courtesy: Chef Michel Nischan, 2016 Serves 6 Ingredients: 2 tablespoons roasted garlic cloves (4-5 cloves) 2 …

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An Italian Windstar Wedding

TJ and Sari tied the knot at Castello Brown in Portofino, Italy, last year during a private ceremony officiated by Windstar Captain Wakelam. We are …

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Windstar Filipino Crew Donation

All of us at Windstar Cruises continue to be saddened by the devastation in the Philippines caused by Typhoon Haiyan. Our alumni and team members …

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Windstar Cruises Ranked #2 in Condé Nast Traveler 2013 Readers’ Choice Awards

It’s been a great month here at Windstar Cruises and we cannot say thank you enough for all the support we received from our dedicated …

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Wind Star enjoys fireworks in Cannes

During a recent Yachting the Rivera voyage guests on board Wind Star were treated to a spectacular display of fireworks during the Deck Barbecue in …

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Today Show Winner Cruises the Mediterranean

Windstar Cruises partnered with Kathie Lee and Hoda from The Today Show to give one lucky fan a voyage of a lifetime. Brian Hassell from …

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Guests Sail Down the Aisle for a Windstar Destination Wedding

Wind Star guests and newlyweds Jeff & Shari were recently married on the bow of our yacht in picturesque Santorini, Greece, and were gracious enough …

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Onboard Windstar

Celebrations that are 180° degrees from ordinary.

Discover A Cruise 180° From Ordinary

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