If there is one promise that a voyage through Costa Rica and the Panama Canal can make you, it is that you are embarking on an unforgettable journey through a landscape that is like nowhere else on earth. We have all heard of the man-made wonders of the Panama Canal, but there is no preparing …
We are pleased to announce the sale of Windstar Cruises is complete: DENVER, May 27, 2011 – Windstar Cruises on Wednesday, May 25, after the sale of the assets of Ambassadors International, Inc. was approved by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware on May 19, 2011. Windstar was Ambassadors’ principal operating unit. Windstar …
A voyage on a Windstar luxury sailing yacht offers one of the most unique Caribbean experiences in the tropics and it is our pleasure to introduce our collection of 2012 Caribbean voyages. Enjoy the thrill of sailing on your own private yacht to some of the most beautiful and unspoiled islands in the Caribbean. New: …
We have made a name for ourselves taking you to exotic destinations while offering an unforgettable shipboard experience. And now, we are thrilled to share with you our new 2012 collection. From the diverse cultures of the Caribbean to the natural wonders of Panama and Costa Rica – from the mysterious countries of Russia and …
Join Windstar this Thursday, May 12, for “Travelers’ Night In” on Twitter. We are excited about hosting this party on Twitter, where everyone is welcome to join and chat about everything related to travel, luxury cruising and fabulous destinations. Come and meet other explorers and travel enthusiasts from all over the world! We’ll also be …
Upon taking several Windstar Cruises, Johanna wrote a wonderful blog post all about our ships and voyages. We wanted to share some of her great writing here. In this section of her blog post, Johanna explains what she loves about the dining experience on Windstar: A cruise ship? Won’t it be banquet food, or worse? …
This summer, we are so pleased to welcome Daniel Baron as the Signature Host on our July 16 Athens to Istanbul sailing! Daniel is a celebrated winemaker from Silver Oak Cellars who began his career in the luscious vineyards of Sonoma County. He then traveled to Europe, further honing his craft in France while working …
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Where are you right now as you read this post? Wouldn’t it be lovely to be lounging on the deck on one of Windstar’s sailing yachts as it slices through the sea? Transport yourself to your next vacation, where the crisp ocean breezes and Windstar’s signature Mangotini cool the heat of the sun. Shake one …
We recently upgraded the TVs in Wind Star’s staterooms, and found ourselves with 36 plasma screen TVs that were still in good condition. The TVs were onboard during the Wind Star’s Costa Rica sailing, the last stop of which was San Juan del Sur – a stunningly beautiful beach town on Nicaragua’s southern Pacific coast. …
The last sail away, the party on the greatest yacht… Music was playing at the pool bar as guests gathered on the pool deck. We had more than 80 guests on the deck ready for their last night onboard the yacht. Melancholic for time gone by so fast, a bit sad to see it end. …
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For centuries, wine has been vital to many European cultures. Today, people in the Mediterranean still view wine as an essential part of the good life. From one generation to the next, wine is refined and shared with family and great friends. The Gianulias family understands this tradition well. Since 1926, Levendi has crafted premium …
We have sailed all over the world with you over the years, from the sultry islands of Tahiti to the majestic mosques of Istanbul. And now we are about to embark on a new adventure. We are thrilled to offer a new collection of 7-day itineraries on Wind Star for Fall 2011—Hidden Treasures of the …
Amid all the distractions of daily life, it’s easy to forget what attracted us to our significant others in the first place. There are many small ways to rekindle the romance. But if you really want to fall in love all over again in just the right space and time, take to the Caribbean seas. …
You’ve heard stories and you’ve seen pictures. Yes: Costa Rica is that life-changing. Nestled between Nicaragua and Panama, the Pacific Ocean on one side and the Caribbean Sea on the other, Costa Rica will sate any adventurer’s travel lust. Though tourism is well-established, particularly in the larger ports along the Pacific coast, there is a …
An ethereal photo of Christina Aguilera shot in black and white, as compelling and elusive as Marlene Dietrich in the 30s. Another photograph: verdant mountains surging upward from vivid aqua seas, a tropical paradise with beauty that exceeds the boundaries of the natural world. John Russo has the gift of conveying a complicated personality or …
Welcome to Italy – to Rome, where the clashing of gladiators still reverberates through the Colosseum, where the Sistine Chapel stands as proudly as when Michelangelo stood before it. It is a fascinating world filled with distinguished customs. Here are 5 tips to use when visiting Italy. 1) Greetings Although ‘ciao’ is as famously Italian …