by Tawna Brown Lazing on a giant floating mat, with the warm waters of the South Pacific Ocean caressing my body, I couldn’t help but be pleased with how well I orchestrated this very moment. I managed to escape the frigid Canadian winter (at temperatures of – 40 Fahrenheit) and am now sailing on a […]
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Do you have the need for speed? Whether it be hearing the sound of the engines, smelling the burnt rubber on the track, or watching the frenzied pit crew, attending a top international auto race boasts an experience unmatched by any other. However, the journey doesn’t begin and end at the track – bearing witness
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By Everett Potter Windstar Cruises is more than a fleet of elegant, intimate yachts that call at some of the most beautiful ports in the world. It’s also a passport to adventure, a cruise line capable of delivering signature moments that are essentials on your bucket list. Indeed, Windstar curates life-changing experiences, thanks to ships
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By Aaron Saunders They said it was the canal that couldn’t be built — and for a while, it was. In 1881, the French tried for more than a decade before admitting defeat. The United States picked up the cause in 1904, and it took them another 10 years before the engineering marvel that is
Size Matters: Why Cruising The Panama Canal on a Small Cruise Ship is Best Read More »
If you wouldn’t be caught dead on a cruise ship with thousands of people, playing Bingo, watching Vegas-style acts and visiting touristy ports of call, know that there are alternative ways to get to the spectacular islands and fascinating small harbors of the world. Not a cruiser? Try a different kind of ship. Here’s how
Not a Cruiser? This is the most anti-cruise you’ve never heard of. Read More »
Windstar Cruises has been sailing to Tahiti for over 35 years, and they are considered the small ship expert in the region. From relaxing on private beaches to snorkeling in pristine coral reefs, a cruise to Tahiti is a dream trip for many travelers, especially those seeking a romantic retreat. In 2023, USA Today included
3 Myths Standing Between You and your Dream Vacation to Tahiti Read More »
By Kitty Bean Yancey Visitors to France often are intimidated by French style and formidably rigid etiquette — not to mention café waiters who may ignore awkward outsiders. It can be a shock to go from being a pampered insider on a yacht-like luxury cruise such as those offered by Windstar to feeling at sea
French Secrets for Fitting in While Cruising the Riviera Read More »
Travel professionals get this question a lot: “Should I visit the French OR Italian Riviera? I don’t have time for both.” Well, both are beautiful and glamorous. Both have delicious cuisine (Salade Niçoise vs. Fresh Pasta with Ligurian Basil Pesto). Both have scrumptious local wine (rosés in France vs. white wines from Vermentino grapes in
Which Riviera is Right for Me? French or Italian? Read More »
By Lynn & Cele Seldon Just what is it about Windstar Cruises that lures executives from competing cruise lines onto Windstar’s ships time and time again. “Several years ago, I started noticing how many executives from other lines that we had sailing with us,” says Joe Duckett, Windstar’s vice president of sales and marketing. “Without
Shh! This is the line other cruise execs cruise on their own time Read More »
Are you ready to get away from it all? Whether celebrating a special occasion or seeking solace from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, there’s no better place to say “I love you” to your special someone than at an exclusive oasis surrounded by the world’s most pristine water and stunning landscapes. Couples count
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As the profile of today’s modern traveler evolves, so does the bevy of accommodations from which to choose for their next stop! Airbnb has taken over as a go-to alternative to the standard hotel, allowing travel enthusiasts to bunk up in a local’s pad. But, just around the corner, there are a variety of additional
5 Alternatives to Airbnb That Aren’t a Boring Hotel Read More »
The beauty of sailing at sea is the elegant simplicity of the experience. No lines, no distractions, no complications, just effortless enjoyment and boundless seas. Our crew delights in making your voyage as stress-free as possible. Electing to purchase a Beverage or Laundry Package will further eliminate any work on your part because the only
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This post was written by Windstar’s Public Relations Director, Amanda Graham, regarding a recent Greek Isles & Turkish Delights press trip. I just returned from Star Breeze, one of our recently acquired power yachts, on the Greek Isles & Turkish Delights cruise itinerary. I was eagerly anticipating this voyage, as I have been saving the
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Maybe it’s because fall is approaching, but our thoughts today are drifting to the tropics… warm beaches, marine life, and crystal waters to be exact. We wish we were spending the day exploring marine life and spectacular coral formations, but some of our employees actually get to do just that nearly every day! We have
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Sailings with Windstar include a lot of special amenities, but one of our most fun (and unique) is the Watersports Platform, which allows guests easy access to the ocean around them. The platform exists on each of our six yachts and includes unlimited use of all water sports equipment including stand up paddle boarding, kayaking,
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We all know the best things in life aren’t things, but we suspect you have that ONE favorite souvenir from that one trip… the object that makes you remember a unique travel experience or special someone. We polled our staff and Facebook fans to come up with the best souvenir they’ve brought back from their
