VOYAGE COLLECTION 2019 – 2020
TABLE OF CONTENTS Windstar — 180 Degrees from Ordinary
AT W I N D S TA R , N E W D I S C OV E R I E S A R E O U R S P E C I A LT Y … Just one of the many things we love about Windstar guests: their burning desire to explore new places. In 2019–2020 we indulge that wish to a degree that is nothing short of thrilling, with fresh, new itineraries and an astonishing number of maiden ports of call.
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Asia
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New discoveries and exciting experiences await you throughout our wonderful world.
Tahiti & South Pacific
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What’s your next adventure?
Alaska & U.S. West Coast
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Canada & New England
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Central America
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ASIA : Cruise Tours combine
TAHITI & SOUTH PACIFIC :
U.S. WEST COAST :
Caribbean
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popular cruise itineraries with “must
Our Tahiti cruises are perennial
Make your way down the U.S.
Mediterranean
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see” sights inland to make your Asia
favorites, so by popular demand we
West Coast sampling foodie
Northern Europe
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experience complete. See highlights
now offer itineraries throughout the
favorites from Portland microbrews
like the Great Wall of China,
far-flung islands of the South Pacific.
to San Francisco sourdough, and
Ocean Crossings
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Terracotta Warriors, Angkor Wat, and
Cruise to tiny island nations like Niue,
visit vibrant communities like
Star Collector: Back-to-Backs
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Kyoto along with less-visited ports like
and to exotic Vanuatu. Explore the
Sausalito and Monterey.
Star Pride, Star Breeze & Star Legend
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Ko Kut, Pulau Menyawakan, Kuching,
Cook Islands, Tonga, and French-
Wind Surf
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and Tamano.
flavored New Caledonia.
Wind Spirit & Wind Star
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CARIBBEAN : The Dominican
STAR COLLECTOR VOYAGES : Star Collector
extend to the west coast of Mexico,
Republic, Jamaica, the Cayman
The Xanterra Collection
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Islands … we’ve found more of the
Voyages combine back-to-back
America’s Gulf of Honduras. Make
Terms & Conditions
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best hidden beaches, towns, and
itineraries to give you a more in-depth
a rare excursion to Cayo Holandes
Windstar Yacht Club
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natural beauty off the tourist radar.
look at the areas that interest you.
in Panama’s San Blas Islands or
Explore colonial history in San Juan,
Visit more out-of-the-way ports
hard-to-reach Isla San Andres. Board
or check out Soufriere, another
of call. Enjoy more scenic cruising.
Wind Surf for a partial transit of the
secret corner of the Caribbean.
Lounge on more hidden beaches.
Panama Canal.
And extend your pleasure to 50 days or more on our new “grand” Star Collectors in the Mediterranean, the Americas, or the Caribbean.
F O R R E S E RVAT I O N S :
CENTRAL AMERICA : Our adventures south of the border now the Sea of Cortez, and Central
CULINARY CRUISES : Choose from six new James Beard Foundation culinary-themed cruises in 2019, from Southeast Asia or the Dalmatian Coast to the Caribbean, Costa Rica, and the U.S. West Coast.
Call a Windstar Vacation Planner at 844-359-2921, or your travel professional.
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CRUISERS’ CHOICE
Aboard Star Legend in Alaska
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Ross Castle, Cork, Ireland
YOU’RE CLOSER THAN EVER N O O N E E L S E G O E S S O FA R T O G E T T R AV E L E R S S O C L O S E You’re closer to secluded coves, tiny villages, misty fjords. To ancient ruins, medieval alleyways, quaint marinas. To unspoiled beaches, unfamiliar cultures, undiscovered atolls. To enlivening your curiosity and awakening your sense of wonder. You’re closer than ever to the kind of authentic and unforgettable experiences that you travel to find in the first place. You’re about to board Windstar. And you’re closer to all the places that larger ships can’t reach.
S E E A WO R L D FEW WILL EVER SEE Welcome to a world of understated luxury and uncommon beauty. A world that leaves crowds and commonplace behind to find unique ports of call, and local, exotic cultures that are at once fascinating and wondrous. A world that’s equal parts intimate, indulgent, and inspiring. Where the allure and beauty and magic of the places you sail to is equaled only by the ship that takes you there.
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PERFECTLY SIZED H A R D LY A C R U I S E F O R E V E RYO N E , B U T L I K E LY T H E C R U I S E F O R YO U Banish cliché, toss aside regimen, steer clear of stuffy. Our perfectly sized ships make it possible to flip the script on cruising. Free yourself from crowds and indulge all your senses, especially your sense of awe. Experience cultures in ways that are personal and authentic, with the power to change your perspective. With 148–310 guests, a Windstar ship is large enough to pamper, yet small enough to explore secluded coves and docks in the heart of charming villages, sparkling cities, and remote islands.
B E YO N D T H E R E AC H O F O R D I N A RY The undeveloped beauty of Ko Kut, Little Bay on Montserrat, Isla Parida in Panama. The spectacular Pitons in St. Lucia, the delicate green-and-brown mantle of Iceland’s Surtsey Island, the diver’s paradise at Fakarava. Medieval alleyways of Monemvasia. These are the hidden wonders, unique ports of call, and less-traveled waterways that Windstar’s elegant ships can find, and the source of memories that will stay with you forever.
Wind Spirit in Tahiti
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Halong Bay, Vietnam
BEYOND SIGHTSEEING P R E PA R E T O B E S U R P R I S E D Yes, our ships are beautiful, but their real beauty lies in how close they can get you to the kind of authentic, immersive experiences you’re looking for. Have dinner with a Croatian family in their village home, and see what life is like from a local perspective. Take a culinary tour in Da Nang, and see the cultural role food plays in Vietnam. Launch a kayak directly from the ship on one of our Signature Expeditions in Alaska. And our carefully curated onboard lecturers deepen and enhance your experiences with an insider’s look at intriguing local topics. Get closer to each destination through the best small ports and hidden harbors, for access to different cultures and far-off lands.
N O T E X AC T LY YO U R T Y P I C A L E XC U R S I O N
baths in volcanic springs, to archaeological
Unless you think an excursion to see goats
group excursions can take you to meet
in trees is typical. Our shore excursions are incomparable, once-in-a-lifetime adventures. We’ll help you select shore experiences that are suited to you, from
wonders and regional wine tastings. Small locals eager to share their homes, cuisines, and cultures. It’s an unparalleled way to experience other lands and see the world from a new perspective.
certified SCUBA dives and rejuvenating
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TRUE AUTHENTICITY
JUST WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR Choosing the right excursion is easier than ever — just pick the tier that’s right for you. ESSENTIALS COLLECTION FEATURED EXCURSIONS Essential excursions are for first-time visitors who want to see the must-see sights or get a panoramic overview of the area.
G E T T O T H E H E A R T O F L O C A L C U LT U R E S W I T H W I N D S TA R S H O R E E XC U R S I O N S You don’t want to just dip a toe in local culture, you want to dive into the deep end, and that’s exactly
• Da Nang, Vietnamese Culinary Experience: Experience all the colors, smells and textures of Vietnamese cuisine as you visit a market, tour a vegetable and herb garden, and assemble your ingredients in a cooking class.
what Windstar shore excursions are designed to do. All of our excursions are created to provide authentic local experiences — the kind travelers like you are looking for. And with more than 1850 excursions to choose from (150 new for 2019), you can experience your destination in whatever way
• Virgin Gorda, Highlights & Bath Tour: Examine Virgin Gorda from its highest point, Virgin Peak, to the homes of the rich and famous along Nail Bay. In between, relax amid the huge granite boulders and grottoes of The Baths.
is most meaningful to you whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, a foodie, a history buff or someone who loves to get to know the faces behind the many places we travel.
CONCIERGE COLLECTION FEATURED EXCURSIONS
“We will never put a guest on a tour we haven’t personally designed or curated.” ~Kelly Hubbard, Director of Product Development
WE MAKE SURE THE HOT SPRINGS ARE HOT AND THE PINOT GRIGIO IS CHILLED
Concierge tours are hands-on experiences revolving around cultural and culinary themes. They’re limited to small groups, typically from 6 to 16. • Puerto Jimenez/Golfo Dulce, Yoga Class and Farm-to-Table Lunch: Enjoy an hour-long yoga class in the heart of one of the most pristine rainforests in the world before your farm-to-table meal.
They went on that.) And because we travel in small groups, we can adjust tours in real time based on guest feedback,
How do we find these authentic experiences,
whether that means finding a different
you ask? Our product managers travel to
place for lunch or spending more time at a
each destination and personally go on each
particularly fascinating historical site. We
shore excursion to make sure it makes the
take the time and make the investment
grade. (So yes, that Open Course Canopy
because we want your hard-earned
Challenge in Falmouth Harbour, Antigua?
vacation to be unforgettable.
• Juneau, Pilot’s Choice Glacier Explorer: Marvel at alpine lakes, icefalls and some of the most remote peaks on the Juneau Icefield as your helicopter carries you to two different glacier landings. BEYOND ORDINARY COLLECTION FEATURED EXCURSIONS Beyond Ordinary offerings are just that — unique, exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for discerning travelers.
4 REASONS TO CHOOSE WINDSTAR SHORE EXCURSIONS
• Monte Carlo, Panoramic Flight to Michelin-Starred Cuisine: Lift off from the helipad in Monaco and fly over Provence to a gourmet lunch at Alain Ducasse’s Michelinstarred restaurant.
1. Immersion in regional culture. Local guides reveal insider highlights, and smaller groups — like our Signature Expeditions in Alaska — let you skip the crowds. 2. Personal tours. You can choose a private English-speaking guide and vehicle, and design your own, unique tour.
• Portimao, Algarve Premium Race Tour: Meet the drivers and spend some time behind the scenes before taking a spin on the track behind the wheel of two different Porsches. Wrap up your day with a Premium Gourmet Lunch.
3. Safety and convenience. Every Windstar excursion coordinates with your ship’s schedule and is fully insured, licensed, and bonded. 4. Quality. Our guests consistently rate their shore excursion experiences as excellent.
Blue Lagoon, Iceland
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ANTICIPATING WISHES E V E RY T H I N G I S P E R S O N A L W I T H U S It’s knowing to bring you the exact right thing at the exact right time. An exquisitely made hand-crafted cocktail when you’re savoring the sea breeze from your deck chair. A perfect chocolate soufflé, as you contemplate what the lovely night has in store. A welcoming smile and warmed refresher towel waiting for you after seeing sights you still can’t quite believe you saw. Every moment we’ll be near at hand, making sure you’re the favored recipient of unprecedented, award-winning service.
NOTHING MAKES US HAPPIER The moment you board you’ll feel it: an ever-attentive crew at your service, providing you with what you want and need, when you want and need it. Delighting in your smile. Taking pure pleasure in your contentment. The Windstar staff-to-guest ratio is 1:1.5, and it shows. It’s why Windstar was named for Best Service last year in the Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Awards.
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FREEDOM TO EXPLORE WE DON’T BELIEVE IN KILLING TIME That’s why we don’t have jam-packed onboard programs filled with bingo and black jack tournaments. Instead, visit local markets with our Chef. Have the Yacht Club prepare sandwiches to take ashore. Drop by the Open Bridge for an impromptu lesson in chart reading. Share bottles of wine and appetizers with the couple sitting next to you in Candles. Listen to live music in the Lounge. Dive directly off the ship from our Watersports Platform. And most of all, do more of the things you want to do when you travel.
W I N D S TA R FA M I LY On a small ship, it’s a more intimate group, so it’s no surprise that you’re able to build friendships that last a lifetime. It’s something Windstar is known for — part of the warm, welcoming atmosphere you’ll find on board all our ships. Laugh your way through the crew show. Join a conga line with the Captain. And discover common ground with fellow guests as you share travel adventures in the Lounge or encounter them on excursions time and again.
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OUR SECRET RECIPE
YOUR CHOICE OF DINING OPTIONS Wherever your mood and appetite lead you, you’ll enjoy delightful surroundings and the freedom of open seating, no formal dress code, and never, ever, any surcharges.
AMPHORA R E S TA U R A N T
YO U D I D N ’ T C O M E A L L T H I S WAY F O R T H E B U R G E R S Discover the essence of Tahiti’s pure waters in fresh ahi tuna, Vietnam’s enduring
AmphorA defines fine dining with a world-class menu and elegant setting. Dinner.
mystique in colorful dragon fruit, the terroir of Tuscany in delicious prosciutto. No matter what destination calls your name, the local culture is deliciously reflected in the meals you enjoy on your Windstar ship. Fresh, local ingredients – often selected by your ship’s chef on a trip to the local market – go into each perfectly presented dish. It’s just one more way we help you devour local life and community,
STELL A BISTRO
Savor French-inspired café cuisine. Wind Surf only. Reservations recommended, no surcharge. Dinner.
and whet your appetite for travel.
V E R A N DA
M E E T W I N D S TA R ’ S OW N S TA R C H E F A native of Scotland, award-winning chef Graeme Cockburn has enjoyed an illustrious career including formative training at Scotland’s world-famous
Casual and delicious, Veranda offers full-service or buffet-style meals alfresco. Breakfast and lunch.
The Gleneagles Hotel, the Royal Scotsman train, London’s exclusive Boodles private club, and the Pompadour Restaurant in Edinburgh, which was named top restaurant of Scotland during Cockburn’s tenure. He has also trained with Michelin-awarded chefs including Michel Roux, London; Michel Guerard, South of France; and at the Hotel De Crillon, Paris. He was invited to present at the prestigious Beard House in 2017. Graeme Cockburn Windstar’s Corporate Executive Chef
CANDLES
Dine outdoors under the stars at this poolside grill featuring seafood and steak specialties. Reservations required, no surcharge. Dinner.
IN-ROOM DINING
Staying in. Complimentary 24-hour room service, including the full AmphorA menu during dinner hours.
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CRUISE WITH A CULINARY SUPERSTAR Imagine visiting a local market with your favorite chef to shop for the freshest local ingredients, then learning firsthand how they turn those ingredients into mouthwatering Sicilian Cannoli or Mushroom Polpettine. Imagine going on market tours, tasting local specialties, dining on perfectly wine-paired meals, and asking all those
A MOST DELICIOUS PAIRING F I N E D I N I N G H A S A LWAY S BEEN ONE OF THE PILL ARS OF T H E W I N D S TA R E X P E R I E N C E . We’ve taken that talent and expertise one step further by partnering with the James Beard Foundation to bring you culinary experiences that are truly 180 degrees from ordinary. Now guests can dine on dishes created by not just one celebrity chef, but by a list of all-
epicurean questions you’ve been dying to ask. On a culinary-themed Windstar cruise, you’ll have the chance to do all this and more in the company of an esteemed James Beard Foundation chef and beverage expert.
JA M E S B E A R D F O U N DAT I O N C U L I N A RY-T H E M E D C R U I S E S November 26, 2018 James Beard Foundation: Tahiti & the Tuamotu Islands
• Pastry chef Emily Luchetti of Marlowe, Park Tavern, and The Cavalier, San Francisco • Sommelier Shelley Lindgren of A16 and SPQR in San Francisco
December 15, 2018 James Beard Foundation: Windward Islands Surf & Sunsets
• Chef José Mendin, Pubbelly Boys and FCHG restaurant groups, Miami and Puerto Rico • Mixologist Tiffanie Barriere
Mark your calendar for these 2019 James Beard Foundation Cruises: January 5, 2019 James Beard Foundation: Winter Antilles Escape
February 16, 2019 James Beard Foundation: Costa Rica & Panama Canal
March 16, 2019 James Beard Foundation: Pop Culture Kings of Asia
• Chef Danielle Leoni of The Breadfruit & Rum Bar, Phoenix
• Chef Jamilka Borges of Independent Brewing Co. & Hidden Harbor, Pittsburgh
• Chef Judy Ni of Baology, Philadelphia
• Rum Master Dwayne Allen of The Breadfruit & Rum Bar, Phoenix
• Beverage expert – to be announced
June 22, 2019 James Beard Foundation: Yachtsman’s Harbors of the Riviera
September 24, 2019 James Beard Foundation: West Coast Epicurean Extravaganza
October 14, 2019 James Beard Foundation: Classic Italy & Dalmatian Coast
• Chef and beverage expert to be announced
• Chef and beverage expert to be announced
• Chef and beverage expert to be announced
• Beverage expert – to be announced
stars recognized by the James Beard Foundation, an organization committed to culinary education and achievement. This partnership also extends beyond
E AC H T H E M E D C R U I S E F E AT U R E S : Hosted dinner with a James Beard Foundation chef and beverage expert, including wine pairings, demonstrations by the chef, shopping at the local market with the chef, and wine, spirits, or beer tastings.
the dining room to a wide range of culinary events and activities that help
A S A M P L I N G O F O U R JA M E S B E A R D F O U N DAT I O N D I S H E S
guests connect more intimately with local cultures.
Garlic & Pepper Sautéed Octopus
twice cooked potatoes, romesco spiced sauce CHEF A N N I E P E T T RY
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Phla Plaa Tuna (Spicy Yellow Fin Tuna Salad) Thai chilies, lime-coconut milk dressing, jasmine rice CHEF A N DY R I C K E R
Pan-Seared Scallops
Thai green curry sauce, Asian mango slaw CHEF J E N N I F E R JA S I N S K I
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NO STARS SHINE SO BRIGHT
S TA R P R I D E , S TA R B R E E Z E & S TA R L E G E N D
A L L-S U I T E S H I P S
Accommodating just 212 guests each, Windstar’s all-suite ships have more
After an elegant meal in AmphorA or the
than enough room for whatever your heart desires. Spacious suites. Lush amenities. Sumptuous dining. And expansive ocean views everywhere you look, from the Watersports Platform to the classic Yacht Club observation lounge. A rare combination of elegance and unassuming luxury, these newest additions to Windstar’s fleet create an experience that’s truly one-of-a-kind.
romantic Candles, you have your choice of entertainment. Enjoy a relaxing massage in WindSpa. Stop by the Screening Room for the latest movie. Watch from the Bridge as the next tiny harbor or hidden cove comes into view. Or simply relax in your suite with its complimentary room service and expansive ocean view.
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THE WORLD’S LARGEST SAILING VESSEL WIND SURF On any day, our 310-guest flagship Wind Surf draws admiring glances as she glides majestically into port with her tall sails billowing. And her beauty is far more than skin deep. Her gleaming decks and sparkling sails invite you to discover a world of gracious indulgence. From sumptuous staterooms and suites to the cozy sophistication of the Yacht Club living room and Library, every detail invites closer examination.
SAILING SHIP Treat your palate to the French inspired cuisine of Stella Bistro or dine under the stars in Windstar’s signature Candles outdoor restaurant. Work out in the top deck Fitness Center with a sweeping sea view. Relax in the whirlpools or swimming pool. Everything about
Wind Surf speaks of welcome. Come aboard and see for yourself.
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THE BEST OF SMALL SHIP SAILING
W I N D S P I R I T & W I N D S TA R Experience the essence of small ship sailing on the 148-guest Wind Star and Wind Spirit. Our 4-masted beauties feature wide open, teak decks — quite unusual for small ships. And it’s the intimacy of these ships that allows our guests to connect with others, sharing their journey with like-minded, savvy travelers. Gourmet cuisine is served course-by-course in AmphorA restaurant, while Veranda offers breakfast and lunch made to order or in fresh market-style buffets. For a special treat, dine on deck at romantic Candles.
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SAILING SHIPS
whirlpool, Watersports Platform with
Find the best of everything. Wind Star
complimentary water toys, Fitness
and Wind Spirit amenities include
Center, and Windstar’s special brand of
the luxurious WindSpa, a pool and
24-hour pampering.
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THIS IS THE PERFECT SHIP.
THE RIGHT SHIP FOR THE RIGHT JOURNEY. PERFECT. Windstar was voted the World’s Best mid-size ship ocean cruise line by the readers of Travel + Leisure in 2018. Our fleet of small ships carry between 148-310 guests. So, wherever you go, you can slip past the crowds to discover smaller ports and get to know the local culture on more intimate excursions. We offer two different ship styles, and design journeys that highlight their unique attributes, whether that might be island hopping in Tahiti or sailing through the Norwegian Fjords.
NO, THIS IS THE PERFECT SHIP.
THE STAR CLASS – Three identical, all-suite cruise ships with expansive interiors, perfect for island hops or longer journeys
THE WIND CLASS – Sleek sailing ships, perfect for warm weather adventures
Settle in and prepare to feel pampered. Expansive, impeccably appointed ocean view suites with balconies make the Star Class the best way to explore parts of the world in any type of weather when there’s more distance between ports.
Depart from the everyday on a truly yacht-like experience. An abundance of wide open decks and elegant outdoor spaces to take in stunning coastlines make the Wind Class a perfect way to experience warm seas and tropical breezes.
All ocean view suites Stretch out in what is considered a very large suite by cruising standards at 277+ square feet. Relax in the stylish comfort of your exquisite private quarters while taking in expansive ocean views from a picture window or French balcony.
Ocean view staterooms The Wind Class boasts gracious ocean view staterooms with queen beds and roomy showers with massage shower heads. Beautifully appointed with seascape colors and gorgeous artwork, it’s more than a room, it’s a personal retreat.
The comfort of home Every aspect of your suite is designed to enhance your journey. You’ll enjoy a comfortable bed, luxurious white marble bathroom, and a walk-in closet for your belongings.
The flying bridge An unforgettable highlight of the Wind Class journey is to experience the flying bridge. This deck is designed in the style of a traditional unsheltered navigation point. You can relax on deck chairs next to a captain’s wheel while taking in the ships’ sails and views of the sea and shoreline from above it all. Don’t forget to snap some pics. This is a one-of-a-kind photo op.
Any destination, any climate In nice weather, enjoy alfresco dining and breathtaking views on the ample outdoor deck. As evening approaches, retreat to beautiful indoor spaces and enjoy the view outside from floorto-ceiling windows. Fewer guests, more space Carrying just 212 guests, these small, yet spacious ships let you truly experience the personalized approach Windstar is famous for. With plenty of room to stretch out, these ships offer beautiful open spaces with a lounge and Yacht Club, plus the popular Star Bar.
WHAT ALL OUR SHIPS HAVE IN COMMON IS NOT COMMON AT ALL. Made for relaxation, our ships boast ample decks and a Watersports Platform that lets you dive right into the ocean from the ship. All staterooms and suites offer ocean views in casual, elegant style. Special touches such as L’Occitane® bath products, and waffle weave robes and slippers turn your room into a private oasis. With three world-class restaurants, AmphorA, Veranda and Candles, and the most personalized service at sea, you have everything you need right on board.
Wind Surf This is Windstar’s flagship sailing ship and the world’s largest sailing vessel. Offering a yacht-like experience, it carries 310 guests, has six decks, yet is still small enough to dock in the world’s smallest ports. Wind Surf features the most beautiful public spaces at sea, including an additional restaurant, Stella Bistro, which whips up French cuisine. You can book an ocean view stateroom or ocean view suite. Wind Star and Wind Spirit These two sailing ships capture the essence of small ship sailing, each carrying just 148 guests. They feature wide open teak decks with plenty of nooks for private moments, making it feel like you’re on your private veranda. These ships were made to pull into secret lagoons and dock at secluded beaches.
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BEYOND ORDINARY
GO OVERBOARD
TAKE EVERY THING YOU KNOW ABOUT CRUISES AND THROW IT OUT THE PORTHOLE.
SNORKEL GEAR AND WATERSPORTS INCLUDED. OH, AND THE BEACH TOO.
Experience a cruise that’s 180 degrees from ordinary, on a journey that’s as adventurous as it is
A cruise to Tahiti, the Mediterranean or the Caribbean isn’t just about the land. It’s about the sea. That
inspiring. It’s casual luxury you won’t find anywhere else at sea.
warm, turquoise water is more than willing to answer your question about what to do today, and the phenomenal Watersports Platform on the stern of your Windstar ship is more than willing to provide the
• Leave the crowds and clichés behind on small, elegant ships that carry less than 310 travelers
• Learning how to sail with the Captain or officers on our Open Bridge while sipping coffee
• Curated itineraries designed to maximize time in iconic ports and take you to hidden harbors only ships like ours can visit
• Taste the essence of local culture with the Official Cruise Line of the James Beard Foundation
• The best Watersports Platform right off the back of the ship, including all watersports equipment featuring complimentary kayaks, paddleboards, water trampoline, and more
• Cooking demonstrations powered by the James Beard Foundation and recipes developed by James Beard Foundation chefs
means — no beach required. It’s just one more way our small ships get you closer to your destination.
COMPLIMENTARY WATERSPORTS EQUIPMENT AND ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
• Local performances on board**
• All non-alcoholic beverages, including specialty tea and coffee creations by our baristas
• Beyond Ordinary shore excursions that are once-in-a-lifetime experiences
• Windstar’s Signature Onboard Barbecue and the beloved crew show*
• Snorkeling gear (a personal customfit set for your use throughout your Tahiti cruise and in select Caribbean and Central America destinations)
• Unfailingly attentive service with a guest to crew ratio of 1.5:1 that delights in bringing you just the right thing at just the right time
• Ocean views from all beautifully appointed staterooms or suites
• Kayaks
• An intimate and welcoming ambiance makes it easy to connect with your fellow travelers and crew
• Champagne welcome reception
• Our personalized and immersive approach brings you closer to each destination and every port • Lecturers to enhance and deepen your understanding of the destination**
• Market tours with the Chef to select seasonal local ingredients for upcoming meals** • All meals, in all venues, including 24-hour complimentary in-room dining
• Generous public venues that are spacious and never crowded • Signature Sail Away event
• Stand-up paddleboards
• Foam flotation island • Floating carpet • Waterskiing • Windsurfing • Sailboats • Windsurfers • Wakeboarding • Tubing
• Water trampoline
*Dependent on port and weather conditions. **In most regions.
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Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel & Casino
WINDSTAR EASY STAYS
SMALL THINGS ON SMALL SHIPS
P R E - A N D P O S T- C R U I S E H O T E L P R O G R A M
O P T I O N A L A M E N I T I E S PAC K AG E S
Windstar’s Easy Stays program makes booking a hotel stay before or after your cruise easier and more
The beauty of sailing with Windstar is the elegant simplicity of the experience. No lines, no distractions,
convenient. Book for any number of nights, or just for the day. We’ll take care of all the logistics surrounding
no complications, just effortless enjoyment. Our optional amenities packages make your travels even
transportation and luggage transfers, and you’ll have peace of mind knowing that you’re booked in a
more memorable, and can be booked up until 7 days before your departure.
carefully curated hotel that’s close to the most sought-after locations. All you have to do is relax and enjoy a carefree stay with daily complimentary breakfasts, an onsite Windstar concierge, and Wi-Fi*.
W I N D S TA R E A S Y S TAY S I N C L U D E • Transfers to/from ship
• Preferred category rooms
• Breakfast
• Luggage transported directly from hotel to ship terminal
• Wi-Fi*
• Windstar Hosted OnProperty Service Desk
• Trust in quality of handselected hotels
• Convenience of having logistics taken care of
• All taxes and resort fees
F E AT U R E D H O T E L S
BEVERAGE PACKAGES
GIFT ORDERS
PRE- AND POST-CRUISE
While all non-alcoholic beverages are
Arrange for a spectacular send off for
LAND TOURS
complimentary, our beverage packages
yourself or a friend with a thoughtful
Windstar Land Tours are a seamless
include your favorite beer, wine, cocktails,
selection of champagne, wine, flowers,
extension of our cruises, handling all the
and spirits so you can enjoy a pre-dinner
WindSpa treatments, chocolate-dipped
logistics so you can enjoy up-close and
cocktail at sunset or a mimosa with brunch.
strawberries, and more.
personal experiences in the places on your
STAY CONNECTED
SPA PACKAGES
Whether you want to check email or post
Feel every last care melt away as you
social media updates, we can help you stay
enjoy treatments from relaxing massages
PEACE OF MIND
connected with a Wi-Fi package.
to Hydralift facials in the tranquility
TRAVEL PROTECTION
of WindSpa.
Even the best-laid plans are subject to
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Athens, Greece
Kowloon, Hong Kong, China
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Hotel Grande Bretagne
New World Millennium Hong Kong Hotel
Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel & Casino
Old-fashioned romance and contemporary
A 5-star landmark on the world-famous
The Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel & Casino
comforts pervade the 5-star Hotel
Victoria Harbour waterfront, the New World
is ideally situated just minutes away from
Grande Bretagne, located in the center
Millennium Hong Kong Hotel is conveniently
historic Old San Juan, cruise terminals, San
of Athens’ old town close to the Ancient
situated in the vibrant business and shopping
Juan beaches, the international airport, and a
Agora, the Parthenon, and the Acropolis.
district of Tsim Sha Tsui East.
variety of restaurants and gathering spots.
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Travel light and take pleasure in the feeling
Enjoy the convenience of having your
of freshly washed and pressed clothing every
luggage picked up from home and sent
day. Simply leave your laundry outside your
directly to your stateroom on the ship, then
stateroom or suite before you retire and it
returned to your home after the voyage.
will be waiting for you, crisp and clean the next day.
bucket list. Tours include accommodations, transfers, and admissions.
unexpected changes. Ask about our Travel Protection Plan options to make sure you have the coverage you need to enjoy a worry-free journey.
ALASKA SHIP TO SHORE Find everything you need for your Alaska travels from waterproof jackets and trekking poles to packing lists and curated gear packages, and have it delivered directly to your stateroom. Order at windstarcruises.shiptoshoretraveler.com.
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Kyoto, Japan
ASIA
ASIA CRUISE TOURS NEW!
ANGKOR WAT & THE ALLURE OF THAILAND & MALAYSIA CRUISE TOUR
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ANGKOR WAT & JAVA SEA SPLENDOR CRUISE TOUR
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CHINA’S GREAT WALLS & WARRIORS CRUISE TOUR
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NEW!
THE GREAT WALL, JAPAN & SOUTH KOREA CRUISE TOUR
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KYOTO & THE ZEN OF JAPAN CRUISE TOUR
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NEW!
SOUTHEAST ASIA COASTLINES & ANGKOR WAT CRUISE TOUR
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NEW!
A MODERN TAKE ON ANTIQUITY
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THE BEST OF THE PHILIPPINES & BORNEO
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COMPREHENSIVE CHINA EXPLORATION
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COMPREHENSIVE INDONESIA EXPLORATION
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GRAND JAPAN
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ICONS OF SOUTHEAST ASIA
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MALAY & SINGAPORE SOJOURN
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POP CULTURE KINGS OF ASIA
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THAI TEMPLES, MALAYSIAN MONARCHS
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H A L F A WO R L D AWAY A N D A S N E A R A S YO U R D R E A M S , Asia beckons with sights and experiences that will delight your senses and thrill your imagination. Step aboard your all-suite ship and cruise to ports of call in modern cities and to the exotic shores of small villages in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, South Korea, China, and more. Explore mystic isles where temples and gardens share enticing secrets and enchanting scents, as well as UNESCO World Heritage Sites and thrilling cities teeming with culture.
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Vietnam
WINDSTAR’S FAVORITE FIVE • Osaka/Kyoto, Japan • Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam • Semarang, Java, Indonesia • Komodo Island, Indonesia • Coron, Philippines
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Puerto Princesa, Philippines
DISTINCTLY DIFFERENT
FEATURED PORTS: Semarang, Java, Indonesia Located on the north coast of Java, Semarang is an interesting mix of Indonesian, Chinese, and Dutch colonial influences. It’s best known, however, as the gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Borobudur. This magnificent 8th century Buddhist temple was lost to the jungle until Sir Stamford Raffles rediscovered it in 1814. Examine the step pyramid made without mortar and the incredible bas-reliefs
“From the perfect symmetry of Mount Fuji to the towering limestone pillars and emerald waters of Halong Bay, the splendor of the Great Wall to the world-renowned beaches of the Philippines, Asia is simply magical.” ~ Anna Ferma, Assistant Destination Manager, Star Legend
REGION SNAPSHOT
INTOXICATING NATUR AL BEAUTY, seductive cuisines, exhilarating cities. Asia has something to satisfy every traveler, and Windstar serves it all up on a beautiful ship-shaped platter. Anchor overnight in Phuket’s Patong Bay, the main attraction, while big ships dock on the far side of the peninsula. Cruise up the mouth of the Chao Phraya River to dock in the heart of Bangkok, not in the big ship cruise port of Laem Chabang hours away. And on beautiful Ko Kut, tender to a private pier for Windstar’s Signature Beach Party and Barbecue. WHY WINDSTAR’S ASIA: • Meet geishas in Osaka, baby elephants in Bangkok, and Vietnamese chefs in Ho Chi Minh City
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• Go off the beaten track to smaller hidden harbors like Karatsu, Ko Kut, and Pulau Menyawakan • Stay late into the evening or even overnight in major
Phuket, Thailand
destinations like Shanghai, Phuket, and Hong Kong • Dock or anchor in the most coveted parts of Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok, and Phuket — closer than big ships can get you
• Get insider tips on where to go and what to see as we visit the crew’s home countries of Indonesia and the Philippines
describing the life of Buddha, the workings of karma, and other Buddhist teachings. Imagine what it must have been like for Raffles to come upon this wonder back in the days when tigers still roamed the jungle. Coron, Palawan Province, Philippines The Philippines is known for fantastic beaches and Palawan has some of the finest. In fact, the archipelago was named best island by Travel + Leisure’s
Itineraries:
15
Ports visited:
FEATURED SHORE EXCURSIONS:
51
Countries visited:
11
Ho Chi Minh City: Touch of Saigon Local Life Head to Saigon’s District 4 to discover the real Saigon, where few tourists venture. Explore the community’s lively street market on Ton Dan Street where anything and everything is on sale. In the Chinese community of Cholon, discover the Buddhist Thien Hau Temple, dedicated to the Chinese sea goddess, Mazu. And at tiny Cao Dai Temple,
Ships in the region: Star Legend Overnights in: Phuket, Thailand; Hong Kong, China; Busan, South Korea; Kyoto, Japan; Halong Bay, Vietnam; Singapore and more Late nights in: Busan, South Korea; Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; Osaka, Japan; Boracay, Philippines; Nagasaki, Japan and more
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learn how Caodaists believe that all religions are ultimately the same — honoring the Lord Buddha, Jesus Christ, Muhammad, Confucius, Julius Caesar, Joan of Arc, and Victor Hugo, among others. Puerto Princesa: Underground River Tour Only a limited number of tourists are allowed into Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park each day. Those fortunate enough to enter will discover one of the most amazing cave systems and one
annual awards three years in a row. Recognized for its worldclass WWII-era wreck diving, there’s plenty to be found closer to the surface. Snorkel Siete Pecados, one of the best snorkeling spots in Coron, or Kayangan Lake, where you’ll find underwater stalagmite formations and unbelievably pure waters. Or soak in the Maquinit Hot Springs surrounded by mangroves, one of the few saltwater hot springs in the world.
of the longest underground rivers in the world. Recognized by UNESCO as one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature, Puerto Princesa is surrounded by old-growth forest and eyecatching karst rock formations. As your boat travels through the cathedral-like caverns watch for the 20-million-yearold Serenia fossil embedded in the cave wall.
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NEW CRUISE TOUR
Bangkok
CAMBODIA
Siem Reap Ko Kut
Phuket
(Patong Bay)
THAILAND LangKawi
Andaman Sea
South China Sea Penang
MALAYSIA Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang)
Malacca
Indian Ocean
Singapore
ITINERARY Days 1/2 Siem Reap, Cambodia
ASIA CRUISE TOURS :: SEE MORE OF ASIA’S BUCKET LIST SIGHTS
Days 3/4 Klong Toey (Bangkok), Thailand Ta Prohm
YOU’VE COME ALL THIS WAY TO VISIT ASIA. Why not see it all? With a Windstar Cruise Tour you can explore iconic cities, historic foreign trading posts, and remote archipelagos as well as some of mankind’s most epic achievements — all while traveling in Windstar’s signature style, from fine dining to elegant accommodations. It’s a rare chance to see two sides of Asia: where early voyagers brought their cultures ashore, and the unimaginable cultural riches they discovered when they got there.
F E AT U R E D H I G H L I G H T S F O R A S I A C R U I S E T O U R I T I N E R A R I E S
ANGKOR WAT & THE ALLURE OF THAILAND & MALAYSIA CRUISE TOUR
SIEM REAP TO SINGAPORE : 14 DAYS
Witness the sunbathed splendors of Angkor Wat and experience the sounds, sights, and spices of Thailand and Malaysia on an adventure that combines Southeast Asia’s best small and large coastal landmarks with an overnight land excursion to Angkor Wat and Cambodia’s most colorful villages.
Day 5
Ko Kut, Thailand
Days 6/7 At Sea Day 8
Malacca, Malaysia
Day 9
Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Malaysia
Day 10
Porto Malai (Langkawi), Malaysia
Days 11/12 Patong Bay (Phuket), Thailand (Overnight) Day 13
George Town (Penang), Malaysia
Day 14
At Sea
Day 15
Singapore
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Legend: Feb 5, 2019
WHAT’S INCLUDED
CRUISE TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Tour Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site G RE AT WA LL O F CHIN A
TE RR ACOT TA WA RRIO R S
TE MPLE S O F A N G KO R WAT
Stretching more than 5,000 miles across Northern China, this amazing UNESCO World Heritage Site took more than 2,000 years to build. Peer over the crenulated battlements and imagine how the wall would have looked to an invading army 20 feet below.
Emperor Qin’s army of nearly 8,000 life-size terracotta figures accompanied him to the grave, and now are rising again. Soldiers, horses, chariots — once brightly colored — are finely detailed, each one depicting a unique individual. A UNESCO World Heritage Site must see.
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the largest religious monument in the world and was once the capital of the Khmer Empire. With its Hindu and Buddhist imagery and sky-piercing stupas, the temple remains a mystery that is still being unraveled.
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K YOTO
Kyoto was the imperial capital of Japan from its founding until the middle of the 19th century. The city is home to an unheard-of 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the beautiful wooden samurai castle known as Nijo and the gold leafcovered Golden Pavillion.
• Overnight at Phuket and gaze into a fiery sunset from atop Phromthep Cape with time to snorkel from the pristine beaches into the neon-colored waters • See unique Ta Prohm, left untouched and close to its original state • Explore Langkawi’s UNESCO site Global Geopark, by kayak or motorboat • Visit colonial George Town, Penang’s UNESCO World Heritage Site and Temple, the largest in Malaysia • Discover the highlights of Bangkok including the Golden Buddha, Wat Pho, and the Marble Temple • Find the impressive red-and-ochre Po Nagar Cham Towers in Nha Trang
• 2 hotel nights at Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Hotel, 1 hotel night at Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers, Bangkok • 1 flight from Siem Reap to Bangkok • All transfers to and from the various included sites • Admission fees to Angkor Wat Archaeological Park, a Monk Blessing in Wat Atvea, Bangkok Highlights Tour • 11-day cruise aboard Star Legend from Bangkok to Singapore
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NEW
NEW CRUISE TOUR
CRUISE TOUR
Siem Reap CAMBODIA
Beijing (Tianjin)
JAPAN
Qingdao Singapore
Xian Shanghai INDONESIA Pulau Menyawakan
CHINA Ishigaki
Pulau Bawean
TAIWAN
Jakarta
Hong Kong
Semarang Probolinggo
Bali
ANGKOR WAT & JAVA SEA SPLENDOR CRUISE TOUR
SIEM REAP TO BALI : 14 DAYS
Few sensations rival the impressions and emotions of a sunrise experience in the shadows of Angkor Wat’s intricate spires. Explore temples, open market flavors, rustic village life, and sailing to the remote beaches and natural wonders surrounding Java and southern Indonesia in an unforgettable 2-week adventure.
Komodo National Park
• Observe the beauty of Mount Bromo, Indonesia’s most spectacular volcano • Ponder unusual Ta Prohm, left untouched and close to its original state • Marvel at the size of the Komodo dragons at Komodo National Park, a UNESCO site • Find the UNESCO site near Semarang, the Borobudur Buddhist Temple • Discover the highlights of Singapore including the National Orchid Garden, Raffles Hotel, and the shopping on Orchard Road • Don’t miss snorkeling the biodiverse reef system of Pulau Menyawakan
(Keelung)
South China Sea
ITINERARY Days 1/2 Siem Reap, Cambodia
ITINERARY Days 1/2 Hong Kong, China (Overnight)
Days 3/4 Singapore
Day 3
At Sea
Days 5/6 At Sea
Day 4
Keelung (Taipei), Taiwan
Great Wall, China
Day 7
Jakarta, Java, Indonesia
Day 5
Ishigaki Island, Japan
Day 8
Pulau Menyawakan, Indonesia
Day 6
At Sea
Day 9
Semarang, Java, Indonesia
Day 10
Pulau Bawean, Indonesia
Day 11
Probolinggo, Java, Indonesia
Day 12
At Sea
Day 13
Loh Liang, Komodo National Park, Indonesia
Day 14
Lembar, Lombok, Indonesia
Day 15
Benoa, Bali, Indonesia
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Legend: Dec 19, 2018
CRUISE TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • See the sunrise and tour Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Taipei
Lembar
(Benoa)
Mount Bromo, Indonesia
East China Sea
CHINA’S GREAT WALLS & WARRIORS CRUISE TOUR
Day 9
At Sea
Day 10
Qingdao, China
HONG KONG TO BEIJING : 14 DAYS
Day 11
At Sea
Day 12
Tianjin/Beijing, China
Inhale the intoxicating aromas of potent spices and medicinal herbs in an ancient marketplace. Lose yourself among the still and silent columns of Beijing’s Temple of Heaven. Trace the linear tiers of terraced rice patties sculpted and cultivated by generations. Discover the culture, traditions, and culinary artistry of Eastern Asia during this 14-day adventure of China that includes Xian’s Terracotta Warriors and the formidable Great Wall.
Day 13
Xian, China
WHAT’S INCLUDED • 2 hotel nights at Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Hotel, 1 hotel night at Mandarin Oriental Singapore • 1 flight – Siem Reap to Singapore • All transfers to and from the various included sites • Admission fees to Angkor Wat Archaeological Park, a Monk Blessing in Wat Atvea, Singapore Highlights Tour • 11-day cruise aboard Star Legend from Singapore to Bali
Days 7/8 Shanghai, China (Overnight)
CRUISE TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Find yourself at one of the most famous archaeological discoveries when you visit the Terracotta Warriors • Revel in Hong Kong’s impressive view at Victoria Peak and enjoy delicious dim sum as you overnight in the city that never sleeps • Sights to see in Taipei include the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial, The Confucius Temple, and Taipei 101 • Overnight in Shanghai with plenty of time at Nanjing Road, a shopper’s paradise • Explore Qingdao, the seaside city famous for Tsingtao Beer and home of Taqing Palace, where Taoism was born
Days 14/15 Beijing, China DEPARTURE DATE
Star Legend: Mar 5, 2019
WHAT’S INCLUDED • 2 hotel nights at China World, Beijing, 1 hotel night at Gran Melia, Xian • Round trip flight Beijing to/from Xian • All transfers to and from the various included sites • Admission fees to Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, Xian City Walls • 11-day cruise aboard Star Legend from Hong Kong to Tianjin
• Walk along the Great Wall of China near Beijing, the largest man-made stronghold in the world and tour Beijing’s Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and Tiananmen Square • Take a glass-bottom boat ride at Ishigaki Island where swimming is not allowed
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NEW CRUISE TOUR
CRUISE TOUR
Sea of Japan
Tokyo Sea of Japan
Beijing
(Tianjin)
SOUTH KOREA
CHINA
Xian
Shimizu
Tamano
(Uno)
Kyoto
(Osaka)
Hiroshima
SOUTH KOREA
JAPAN
Shimizu
JAPAN
Busan
Yellow Sea
Karatsu
Osaka Kyoto
Tokyo
Busan
Hiroshima
Shingu Takamatsu
Karatsu Nagasaki
East China Sea
Gyeongju, South Korea
THE GREAT WALL, JAPAN & SOUTH KOREA CRUISE TOUR
BEIJING TO TOKYO : 14 DAYS
Ancient history, breathtaking scenery, and delicious culinary delights abound during this 14-day cruise tour with China inland overnight excursions to Xian’s Terracotta Warriors and the Great Wall. Explore the Great Mosque, the Bell Tower, and city walls of Xian. Stride along stones worn smooth by generations who either guarded, taxed or transported along this best-preserved portion of China’s Great Wall. Wander meticulously manicured Japanese gardens, sample spicy South Korean skewered meats, and savor elegantly crafted fish pastries and rare teas.
CRUISE TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
ITINERARY Day 1 Beijing, China
ITINERARY Day 1 Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan
Day 2
Day 2
Shimizu, Japan
Day 3
Shingu, Japan
Days 5/6 At Sea
Day 4
At Sea
Day 7
Day 5
Kagoshima, Japan
Day 6
Scenic Cruising Hashima Island/ Nagasaki, Japan
Day 7
Busan, South Korea
Day 8
Karatsu, Japan
Day 9
Hiroshima, Japan
Day 10
Takamatsu, Japan
Day 11
Osaka, Japan
Xian, China
Days 3/4 Beijing/Tianjin, China Karatsu, Japan
Days 8/9 Busan, South Korea (Overnight) Day 10
Hiroshima, Japan
Day 11
Uno (Tamano), Japan
Day 12
Osaka (Kyoto), Japan
Day 13
At Sea
Day 14
Shimizu, Japan
Day 15
Tokyo, Japan
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Legend: Mar 13, 2019
WHAT’S INCLUDED • 2 hotel nights at China World, Beijing, 1 hotel night at Gran Melia, Xian • Round trip flight Beijing to/from Xian • All transfers to and from the various included sites
• Overnight in Busan allowing more time to see the Gyeong ju, a UNESCO site there, or take a tour to Seoul • Get out on deck for the eye-catching and scenic cruising of Japan’s Inland Sea where few cruise ships go
• 11-day cruise aboard Star Legend from Tianjin to Tokyo
• Indulge in the cuisine of Hiroshima, with not-to-be-missed Okonomiyaki savory pancakes
Kyoto, Japan
KYOTO & THE ZEN OF JAPAN CRUISE TOUR
TOKYO TO KYOTO (or reverse) : 12 DAYS Delve deep into Japan’s seascapes and landscapes during this detailed, 12-day adventure that includes two overnights in Kyoto and prominent Japanese landmarks like Nijo Castle, the storied Arashiyama District, Osaka Castle, and Kinkakuji Temple. Along the way you’ll also discover the scenic natural beauty of Japan’s Inland Sea, where few ships go.
Days 11–13 Kyoto, Japan (2 Overnights) DEPARTURE DATES
Star Legend: Mar 27; Apr 4 , Apr 16, 2019 = Reverse Route
• Admission fees to Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, Xian City Walls
• Admire the beautiful pottery of Karatsu
Kagoshima
CRUISE TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • From Shimizu view the artistic inspiration that is Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest mountain • With extra time to discover Kyoto’s sites, see Kinkakuji Castle, known as the Golden Pavilion and Nijo Castle, a UNESCO site with ornate wood carvings
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Discover the scenic beauty of Japan’s Inland Sea, where few ships go
• 2 hotel nights at Hilton Osaka or Kyoto Hotel Okura
• Visit the UNESCO site of Shingu, Kamikura-jinja Shrine, a part of the Sacred Sites of Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range
• All transfers to and from the various included sites
• Highlights to find in Busan include Gyeong ju, a UNESCO site, and 1,500-year-old Tongdosa Temple
• Admission fees to Kasuga Shrine, Todaiji Temple, Golden Pavilion, Nijo Castle, Kimono & Tea Tasting Experience
• Tour around Osaka’s landmark castle
• 10-day cruise aboard Star Legend from Yokohama to Osaka or reverse
• Shimizu is your gateway to view world-renowned Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest mountain • Find yourself at one of the most famous archaeological discoveries when you visit the Terracotta Warriors • Walk along the Great Wall of China, the largest man-made stronghold in the world and tour Beijing’s Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and Tiananmen Square 38 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
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Bornean orangutan CHINA
Hong Kong VIETNAM THAILAND Bangkok (Klong Toey)
CAMBODIA
Hanoi
(Halong Bay)
Hoi An/Hue (Da Nang)
South China Sea Nha Trang
Siem Reap
Ho Chi Minh City
ITINERARY Day 1 Hong Kong Day 2 Angkor Thom, Cambodia
SOUTHEAST ASIA COASTLINES & ANGKOR WAT CRUISE TOUR
HONG KONG TO SIEM REAP : 15 DAYS
Immerse your senses in Southeast Asia’s sights, sounds, flavors, and aromas during this 15-day journey through Vietnam and Thailand, and into Cambodia’s sacred Angkor Wat. Determined trees and gnarled, tropical plants cling to steep, limestone island monoliths dotting the Vietnamese coast. Market vendors loudly beckon from narrow boats filled with wicker baskets and yellow citrus fruit, hazel-hued salak, scarlet rambutan, and purple mangosteen. Find it all on this exceptional travel experience.
At Sea
Days 3/4 Halong Bay (Hanoi), Vietnam Days 5/6 Da Nang (Hoi An/Hue), Vietnam (Overnight) Day 7
At Sea
Day 8
Nha Trang, Vietnam
Days 9/10 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Overnight) Days 11/12 At Sea Day 13
Klong Toey (Bangkok), Thailand
Days 14-16 Siem Reap, Cambodia
Star Legend: Nov 7, 2018; Jan 27, 2019
WHAT’S INCLUDED • 2 hotel nights at Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Hotel, Siem Reap, 1 hotel night at Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers, Bangkok • 1 flight – Bangkok to Siem Reap
• Tour Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• All transfers to and from the various included sites
• Marvel at unusual Ta Prohm, left untouched and close to its original state
• Admission fees to Angkor Wat Archaeological Park, a Monk Blessing in Wat Atvea, Bangkok Highlights Tour
• Overnight in Da Nang with more time to explore the ancient imperial temples and pagodas of Hue nearby
• 12-day cruise aboard Star Legend from Hong Kong to Bangkok
• Sail the spectacular limestone outcrops and marine caves when you overnight at Halong Bay, a UNESCO site • Discover the highlights of Bangkok including the Golden Buddha, Wat Pho, and the Marble Temple • Find the impressive red-and-ochre Po Nagar Cham Towers in Nha Trang
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SINGAPORE TO HONG KONG (or reverse) : 14 DAYS
Unwind on a postcard-perfect Philippine beach far from crowds and skyscrapers. Explore the tiny sultanate of Brunei where oil wealth meets age-old traditions. Find yourself deep in Borneo’s jungle surrounded by carnivorous plants, orchids, and orangutans.
DEPARTURE DATES
CRUISE TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Overnight to see more of the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City including the Mekong Delta
THE BEST OF THE PHILIPPINES & BORNEO
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Overnight in Manila to explore Spanish colonial architecture and stroll through the cobblestone streets of Intramuros (Old Town Manila)
• Snorkel among well preserved historical WWII Japanese wrecks off Busuanga Island
• Experience the fascinating and tiny sultanate of Brunei, visit the most beautiful mosque in Southeast Asia, or wander the night market
• Visit orangutans at the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, a rescue and rehabilitation center for this endangered species
• Venture among the islands in an outrigger and swim in the idyllic crystal waters of Hundred Islands National Park
• Take a boat trip down the Subterranean River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located on Palawan and one of the 7 Wonders of Nature
ITINERARY Day 1 Singapore
CHINA
Hong Kong Hundred Islands
South China Sea Coron
(Busuanga Island)
Manila Boracay
Palawan
Kota Kinabalu (Muara)
MALAYSIA
BRUNEI MALAYSIA
Singapore
Kuching
PHILIPPINES
Busuanga Island (Coron), Philippines
Days 11/12 Manila, Philippines (Overnight)
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Kuching, Malaysia
Day 4
At Sea
Day 5
Bandar Seri Begawan (Muara), Brunei
Day 6
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Day 7
At Sea
DEPARTURE DATES
Day 8
Puerto Princesa (Palawan), Philippines
Star Legend: Dec 1 *, 2018; Jan 13; Feb 19, 2019
Day 9
Boracay, Philippines
(Puerto Princesa)
Bandar Seri Begawan
Day 10
Day 13
Hundred Islands, Philippines
Day 14
At Sea
Day 15
Hong Kong
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NEW Bali, Indonesia
Shanghai, China
COMPREHENSIVE CHINA EXPLORATION
COMPREHENSIVE INDONESIA EXPLORATION
HONG KONG TO BEIJING : 11 DAYS
SINGAPORE TO BALI (or reverse) : 11 DAYS
Embark on a journey of discovery in China that will send your senses reeling. Taste dim sum in Hong Kong and local brewed beer in Qingdao. Soak in powder blue hot springs and taste the umami of oyster pancakes and stinky tofu offered by Taiwanese street vendors. Climb the Great Wall for an unparalleled view of China’s past and to the Star Bar for an unparalleled view of your ship in the present.
Explore the world’s largest archipelago from some of the most beautiful beaches in the world to melting pot cities overflowing with diverse cultures. Snorkel above purple sea anemones and orange clown fish off gleaming white Bali beaches. Climb to enlightenment at Borobudur, the largest Buddhist temple in the world. Watch the modern-day dinosaurs of Komodo swagger through the undergrowth. From small-ship exclusives to must-see sights, we show you Indonesia at its most authentic.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Discover Hong Kong’s impressive view at Victoria Peak and enjoy delicious dim sum as you overnight in the city that never sleeps
• Explore Qingdao, the seaside city famous for Tsingtao Beer and home of Taqing Palace, where Taoism was born
• Sights to see in Taipei include the Chiang Kai-shek, Memorial, the Confucius Temple, and Taipei 101
• Extend your stay in Beijing to visit the numerous UNESCO sites including the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, and the Ming Tombs
• Overnight in Shanghai with plenty of time at Nanjing Road, a shopper’s paradise
• Take a glass-bottom boat ride in Kabira Bay of Ishigaki Island where swimming is not allowed
ITINERARY Days 1/2 Hong Kong, China (Overnight)
Beijing
(Tianjin)
JAPAN
Qingdao
CHINA
Shanghai
East China Sea
Day 3
At Sea
Day 4
Keelung (Taipei), China
Day 5
Ishigaki Island, Japan
Day 6
At Sea
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Find the UNESCO site near Semarang, the Borobudur Buddhist Temple
• Marvel at the size of the Komodo dragons at Komodo National Park, a UNESCO site
• Relax on the beautiful white-sand beaches of Bali
• Observe the beauty of Mount Bromo, Indonesia’s most spectacular volcano
• Head off the beaten path to small-ship exclusives like Pulau Bawean and Pulau Menyawakan
ITINERARY Day 1 Singapore
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Legend: Mar 5, 2019
Singapore
TAIWAN
Hong Kong South China Sea
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Taipei
(Keelung)
Day 9
At Sea
Day 10
Qingdao, China
Day 11
At Sea
Day 12
Tianjin (Beijing), China
Day 11
Lembar, Lombok, Indonesia
Day 12
Benoa, Bali, Indonesia
Days 2/3 At Sea INDONESIA Pulau Menyawakan Pulau Bawean
Days 7/8 Shanghai, China (Overnight) Ishigaki
• Visit 8 maiden Windstar ports of call
Jakarta Semarang Probolinggo
Bali
Lembar
(Benoa)
Komodo National Park
Day 4
Jakarta, Java, Indonesia
Day 5
Pulau Menyawakan, Indonesia
Day 6
Semarang, Java, Indonesia
Day 7
Pulau Bawean, Indonesia
Day 8
Probolinggo, Java, Indonesia
Day 9
At Sea
Day 10
Loh Liang, Komodo National Park, Indonesia
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Legend: Dec 22, 2018; Jan 2 , 2019 = Reverse Route
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Mount Fuji
Kagoshima, Japan
GRAND JAPAN
DAY 1 • Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan
TOKYO TO OSAKA (or reverse) : 10 DAYS Layer after layer, Japan’s story unfolds. In Edo-period gardens with their perfectly sculpted karikomi. In Chiran’s exquisitely preserved samurai homes. In the peace memorials of Nagasaki and Hiroshima. And time after time you struggle to describe unforgettable moments, from your first view of Mount Fuji to the fluttering paper cranes of peace at Hiroshima’s Atomic Dome.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Discover the beauty of UNESCO site Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest mountain, when you get to Shimizu
• Take in the scenery as you cruise around the abandoned island of Hashima, near Nagasaki
• Enjoy the cuisine of Hiroshima, with not-to-be-missed Okonomiyaki savory pancakes
• Respectfully remember “Never Again” at the Peace Memorial Parks of Nagasaki and Hiroshima
• Realize the scenic beauty of Japan’s Inland Sea, where few ships go
• See the 16th century Osaka Castle, the city’s main historic landmark
• Explore Shingu’s UNESCO site, Kamikura-jinja Shrine, part of the Sacred Sites of Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range
ITINERARY Day 1 Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan Sea of Japan
Tokyo Osaka (Kyoto)
Hiroshima
SOUTH KOREA
Nagasaki Kagoshima
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Shimizu
JAPAN
Busan
Hashima Island
Shingu
Karatsu
Takamatsu
Day 10
Takamatsu, Japan
Day 11
Osaka (Kyoto), Japan
There are as many Tokyos to discover as there are interests. Cuisine? It has more Michelin stars than any other city. Culture? Kabuki theater and sumo wrestling are just the beginning. Shopping? The posh boutiques of Ginza lie on one end of the spectrum, workshops that hand-craft samurai swords at the other.
DAY 2 • Shimizu, Japan Frame the perfect portrait of Mount Fuji from a hundred perfect angles, or just savor its symmetry sans lens. Either way, consider your day here well spent.
DAY 3 • Shingu, Japan Pilgrims have been climbing the Kii Mountain Range for a thousand years, but few visitors to Japan even know about the trio of sacred shrines that compose this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The most striking, Kumanonachi Taisha, includes a fiery orange pagoda posing next to Nachi Falls, the tallest waterfall in Japan. Don’t fail to turn around and look back down the often mist-shrouded valley.
Karatsu is about as close as Japan gets to the Korean Peninsula, and it was a potter from Korea who introduced the city to its nowfamous ceramics industry. The pottery is sturdy, solid, often in muted earth tones inspired by the natural beauty all around. Cherry trees and wisteria bloom around graceful white Karatsu Castle. Niji no Matsubara, a road skirting Karatsu Bay, tunnels through arching pine trees planted as a seawall in the Edo Period. Waterfalls drape the hillsides south of town.
DAY 9 • Hiroshima, Japan
DAY 5 • Kagoshima, Japan
DAY 10 • Takamatsu, Japan
This castle town with its signature Sakurajima volcano dates to the 14th century. Time-travel back to the days of the samurai in Chiran’s picturesque samurai district, its views unsullied by telephone poles or parked cars. Go “sand bathing” in the naturally heated sands of Ibusuki.
Every visit to Takamatsu must include at least two things: Dining on udon noodles and Ritsurin Garden. It took 120 years to create Ritsurin Garden, an Edo-period strolling garden of ponds, bridges, artificial hills, and pavilions, with Mount Shiun thoughtfully placed in the background. Even without knowing it’s earned three Michelin stars you can’t help but be impressed, especially right now when the park’s cherry trees are in bloom. Take a wasen boat across the main pond and savor views once reserved for feudal lords.
Shimizu, Japan Shingu, Japan
Day 4
At Sea
Day 5
Kagoshima, Japan
Day 6
Scenic Cruising Hashima Island/Nagasaki, Japan
Day 7
Busan, South Korea
Explore World War II’s legacy in the Atomic Bomb Museum and Peace Memorial Park, or discover the historic Dutch trading post on Dejima Island where Japan attempted to keep its finger in the dike of western influence.
Day 8
Karatsu, Japan
DAY 7 • Busan, South Korea
Day 9
Hiroshima, Japan
Hot springs, 1,500-year-old Tongdosa Temple, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Gyeongju — once the capital of the Shila
= Reverse Route
DAY 8 • Karatsu, Japan
DAY 4 • At Sea
Day 3
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Kingdom — are just a few highlights of South Korea’s second-largest city. For something different, visit Gamcheon Culture Village where terraced homes pour over the slopes like a rainbow-hued waterfall.
Fold a paper crane to leave at the Atomic Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit Hiroshima Castle to see three trees that survived the bombing that destroyed the castle itself. Or head to Miyajima, one of the most scenic spots in Japan, for a look at the vermillion Itsukushima Shrine floating in the sea — yet another World Heritage site.
Day 2
DEPARTURE DATES
Okonomiyaki pancake
DAY 6 • Scenic Cruising Hashima Island/
Nagasaki, Japan
DAY 11 • Osaka (Kyoto), Japan Kimono-clad geishas scurry through the Gion District. Zen gardens with raked sand invite contemplation. Himeji Castle (White Heron Castle) echoes with the footsteps of ancient samurais and ninjas. Old Japan lives on in Kyoto, the historic capitol, just waiting for your discovery.
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Singapore
Vietnam
ICONS OF SOUTHEAST ASIA
MALAY & SINGAPORE SOJOURN
HONG KONG TO BANGKOK (or reverse) : 12 DAYS
SINGAPORE TO SINGAPORE : 7 DAYS
From Hong Kong and Bangkok’s energetic embrace of east and west to Halong Bay’s soul-stirring beauty, this journey will capture your heart. UNESCO World Heritage Sites are everywhere: the ancient trading city of Hoi An, My Son Sanctuary, Hue, Halong Bay. And between them lie miles of emerald jungle, brilliant smiles, and time at sea to make Star Legend your very own.
Every day is a gift on this pre-holiday cruise through the Straits of Malacca. Toast Sir Stamford Raffles with a Singapore Sling at the famous Long Bar in Singapore. Have your fortune told on Jonker’s Street in Malacca. Watch a famous Phuket sunset, and soak up the Old World charm and New World glamour of Kuala Lumpur.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Tour Bangkok, a city of colors and a feast for the senses; a place like no other
• Visit the market in Hoi An to collect your local ingredients followed by a hands-on cooking class
• Overnight in Da Nang to have more time to explore the ancient imperial temples and pagodas of Hue
• See the impressive red-and-ochre Po Nagar Cham Towers in Nha Trang
• Sail the UNESCO site of Halong Bay, with its spectacular limestone outcrops and marine caves and overnight here with an option to see Hanoi
• Overnight to see more of the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City including the Mekong Delta where farmers and fishermen have lived through countless generations
ITINERARY Day 1 Hong Kong
CHINA
Hong Kong VIETNAM THAILAND
Bangkok (Klong Toey)
Hanoi
(Halong Bay)
Hoi An/Hue (Da Nang)
South China Sea Nha Trang Ho Chi Minh City
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Day 2
At Sea
Days 3/4 Halong Bay (Hanoi), Vietnam (Overnight) Days 5/6 Da Nang (Hoi An/Hue), Vietnam (Overnight) Day 7
At Sea
Day 8
Nha Trang, Vietnam
Days 9/10 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Overnight)
• Experience the urban bling of Singapore on Orchard Road and sip a Singapore Sling at Raffles Hotel
• Discover the Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum in the UNESCO city of Malacca
• Visit Penang and its colonial heart – George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Snorkel from the pristine beaches into the neon-colored waters with time to gaze into a fiery sunset from atop Phromthep Cape at Phuket
• Have a day at sea to relax and indulge your senses
Days 11/12 At Sea Day 13
Klong Toey (Bangkok), Thailand
Phuket
ITINERARY Day 1 Singapore
THAILAND
Day 2
(Patong Bay)
DEPARTURE DATES
South China Sea Penang
MALAYSIA
George Town (Penang), Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur
Day 6
Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Malaysia
Day 7
Malacca, Malaysia
Day 8
Singapore
(Port Klang)
Malacca
Indian Ocean
Star Legend: Dec 15, 2018
At Sea
Day 5
(George Town)
= Reverse Route. Da Nang and day at sea are reversed.
DEPARTURE DATE
Days 3/4 Patong Bay (Phuket), Thailand
Andaman Sea
Star Legend: Nov 7, 19 , 2018; Jan 27, 2019
• Scale the highest twin towers of Kuala Lumpur for a jaw-dropping view of the city
Singapore
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NEW Busan, South Korea
Bangkok, Thailand
POP CULTURE KINGS OF ASIA
Star Legend March 16, 2019
BEIJING TO TOKYO : 11 DAYS
Explore the birthplace of J-pop, Harajuku culture, and Korean dramas intermixed with cultural heritage of the many UNESCO sites on this journey through Japan and South Korea.
THAI TEMPLES, MALAYSIAN MONARCHS
BANGKOK TO SINGAPORE : 11 DAYS
If you’re big on beaches and natural beauty, this 11-day cruise covering Thailand and Malaysia features sandy coastlines, lush jungles, and contemporary urban wonders. Alternate between relaxing and exploring in off-the-beaten-path beaches and buzzing metropolises.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Tour Shimizu, your gateway to view world-renowned Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest mountain
• Admire the beautiful pottery of Karatsu
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
• Spend more time in Kyoto, one of the most traditional cities in Japan, with a late night in Osaka
• Discover the numerous UNESCO sites in Beijing when you extend your stay – see the Forbidden City, the Great Wall and the Ming Tombs
• Explore Langkawi’s UNESCO site Global Geopark, by kayak or launch
• Overnight in Busan for more time to see the Gyeong ju, a UNESCO site there
• Add a day or two in Tokyo to explore the fascinating sites of this energetic city
• Stand on deck for the eye-catching and scenic cruising of Japan’s Inland Sea where few cruise ships go
• Savor the cuisine of Hiroshima, with not-to-be-missed Okonomiyaki savory pancakes
ITINERARY Day 1 Tianjin (Beijing), China
(Tianjin)
Tokyo
Busan
SOUTH KOREA
CHINA
Shimizu
Tamano
(Uno)
Kyoto
(Osaka)
Yellow Sea
Karatsu
East China Sea
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Hiroshima
Shimizu, Japan
Day 12
Tokyo, Japan
• Save your appetite for the private beach barbecue on Ko Kut
JAPAN
Day 4
Karatsu, Japan
Days 5/6 Busan, South Korea (Overnight)
ITINERARY Day 1 Klong Toey (Bangkok), Thailand
Bangkok
Day 7
Hiroshima, Japan
Day 8
Uno (Tamano), Japan
Day 9
Osaka (Kyoto), Japan
Day 10
At Sea
Day 2
Ko Kut
Ko Kut, Thailand
Days 3/4 At Sea
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Legend: Mar 16, 2019
• Discover the beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Botanic Gardens in Singapore
• Catch some of Bangkok’s highlights including the Grand Palace, Wat Arun, and the Floating Market
Days 2/3 At Sea
Sea of Japan
Beijing
Day 11
• Visit colonial George Town, Penang’s UNESCO World Heritage Site and Kek Lok Si Temple, the largest in Malaysia
• Overnight at Phuket and gaze into a fiery sunset from atop Phromthep Cape with time to snorkel from the pristine beaches into the neon-colored waters
Phuket
(Patong Bay)
THAILAND LangKawi
Day 5
Malacca, Malaysia
Day 6
Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Malaysia
Day 7
Porto Malai (Langkawi), Malaysia
Andaman Sea South China Sea Penang
MALAYSIA Kuala Lumpur
George Town (Penang), Malaysia
Day 11
At Sea
Day 12
Singapore
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Legend: Feb 8, 2019
Days 8/9 Patong Bay (Phuket), Thailand (Overnight)
(Port Klang)
Malacca
Indian Ocean
Day 10
Singapore
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Polynesian dancer
TAHITI & SOUTH PACIFIC NEW!
POLYNESIA: PEARLS OF PARADISE
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SOUTH PACIFIC UNDISCOVERED: FIJI, VANUATU & NEW CALEDONIA
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TAHITI & THE TUAMOTU ISLANDS
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TAHITI AIR & HOTEL PACKAGE
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TAHITI DIVE AND SNORKELING PROGRAM
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WAVE AFTER WAVE OF ROMANCE S T E E L G U I TA R S A N D U K U L E L E S play music as seductive as the vanilla-scented breeze on your cheek. In the South Pacific everything seems richer, headier, more robust — no filters or special effects required. Lie under the palms on a deserted Tahitian motu. Feel your lips tingle as you sip fresh kava in Vanuatu. Share the waters of New Caledonia’s UNESCO lagoon with nautiluses and dugongs. Visit the far-flung islands of your imagination where exotic cultures have long been adrift, play in aquamarine waters of mesmerizing clarity, and sail into the sunset of your dreams.
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WINDSTAR’S FAVORITE FIVE
A SEA OF DIVERSITY
• Motu Mahea, Tahaa, Tahiti • Bora Bora, Tahiti • Maré, New Caledonia • Raratonga, Cook Islands • Savusavu, Fiji
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“Who hasn’t dreamt of crystal-clear turquoise waters, white sand beaches dotted with palm trees, and enchanting sunsets? These islands of unbelievable beauty have something for everyone, whether you want to swim with friendly sharks and rays, discover ancient civilizations, or just soak up the sun on a gorgeous beach while sipping on a coconut.” ~ Pavlo Konovalov, Destination Manager, Wind Spirit
Vanuatu
Fire Dance
FEATURED PORTS: Motu Mahaea, Tahaa, French Polynesia Locals greet you with a cheerful “La orana!” when you arrive, just a taste of the friendliness you can expect to find wherever you go on the island. Between the island’s lagoon and open sea is a sprinkling of uninhabited motus, each more delightful than the last … culminating in the finest of all, Mahaea. This is the destination South Pacific
for our exclusive Signature Beach Party. Swim, snorkel, and enjoy a variety of water sports in the crystal-clear waters. Learn how to dance the Tahitian tamure or explore the island of Tahaa with optional excursions to vanilla plantations and sacred sites. Port Vila, Vanuatu Port Vila is rated one of the most beautiful cities in the Pacific with its true-blue waters and soft white sand,
and whatever your tropical dreams, odds are you can make them come true here. Hike to the stunning Mele Cascades waterfall through lush evergreen rainforest. Immerse yourself in the lifestyle and folklore of Melanesians at Ekasup Village. Mail a waterproof postcard at the Underwater Post Office in Hideaway Island Marine Reserve saying, “Wish you were here.”
FEATURED SHORE EXCURSIONS: OCEANIA’S SCATTERED ISL AND NATIONS bring to mind the breathtaking beaches and peacockcolored lagoons of Tahiti, but they also contain the most diverse indigenous cultures in the world. Come with us as we travel beyond the packaged resorts to experience a world few get to see. Go back to the way things used to be on tiny Niue or Maré, with no crowds, only twinkling stars at night, and a pace of life many yearn for. Discover villages that still follow traditional ways of life on Tanna, Vanuatu. Explore small Fijian communities and the untouched rainforest of the Wasali Nature Reserve near Savusavu. Add context to the postcard images the South Pacific is known for. WHY WINDSTAR’S TAHITI & SOUTH PACIFIC: • Attend an exclusive Destination Discovery Bora Bora Celebration on a lovely motu, complete with Tahitian fire dancers and local foods like poisson cru and po’e 52 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
• Travel whenever it fits your schedule with year-round Tahiti sailings visiting up to 8 amazing islands • Sail on a sleek 4-masted sailing ship in the company of just 148 guests
• Spend more time exploring with overnights in Raiatea and Bora Bora • Enjoy a personal set of snorkeling gear, yours to use throughout your cruise
• Visit small off-the-beatenpath islands in Vanuatu that check all the boxes for tropical beauty and for authentic cultures
REGION SNAPSHOT Itineraries: 4 Ports visited: 20 Countries visited:
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Ships in the region: Wind Spirit Overnights in: Raiatea and Bora Bora, Society Islands, Tahiti
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Bora Bora: Snorkel Safari and Stingray Encounter Glide across the lagoon on your cruiser to a shallow sandbar just past Motu Tapu. Don your snorkel gear and enter the drinking glass-clear water seemingly lit from below by the stunning white sand. This is a favorite haunt of several stingrays, and if and when they arrive you can touch these gentle creatures as they perform their effortless ballet around you. Harmless black tip sharks may also make an
appearance. Next, explore the unspoiled coral gardens by the barrier reef watching for butterfly fish, groupers, and hundreds of other vibrant species. Raiatea: Harvest Your Own Pearl Drive along Raiatea’s coast to the local wharf where a skiff transports you to the overthe-water reef house and pearl farm. The reef house is perched over Raiatea’s turquoise, pristine lagoon and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the ocean and island.
Swim over the oyster beds and through the coral garden to find your own personal oyster. Then back at the reef house, watch as the pearl grafter opens your oyster to reveal its Tahitian black pearl treasure — yours to take with you as a memento of your visit to Tahiti.
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NEW Noumea, New Caledonia
Rarotonga, Cook Islands
SOUTH PACIFIC UNDISCOVERED: FIJI, VANUATU & NEW CALEDONIA
POLYNESIA: PEARLS OF PARADISE
PAPEETE TO FIJI : 14 DAYS
Dive into the South Pacific’s mystical lagoons to discover every shade of blue imaginable and a kaleidoscope of colors from brilliant tropical fish to vibrant coral reefs. Trade winds gently carry you from island to island to encounter whitesand beaches, black pearl farms, enchanting waterfalls, abundant sea life, and rich Polynesian culture. Experience the stuff that dreams are made of as you journey through Tahiti, Tonga, Fiji, and the Cook Islands.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Experience Polynesian culture cruising through Tahiti, the Cook Islands, Tonga, and Fiji
• Tour the caves and caverns of Niue, one of the smallest countries in the world
• Visit the black pearl farm in Savusavu for a pearl keepsake
• Find time for a popular mud bath or visit the Nadi Temple in Lautoka
• Snorkel in the crystal-clear lagoons of Rarotonga and Bora Bora
• Escape to the remote and rarely visited ports of Neiafu, Vava’u, Tonga and Alofi, Niue
FIJI TO NEW CALEDONIA : 8 DAYS
Adventure awaits in Melanesia — from exploring underwater caves, dramatic cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and the South Pacific’s best coral reefs to witnessing World War II history, endangered sea turtles, and a live volcano. This voyage is equal parts beauty (with unspoiled beaches and natural wonders) and culture (with lively markets and colonial history). Immerse yourself in a sea of wonderment through Fiji, Vanuatu, and New Caledonia.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • See Mount Yasur on Tanna, which erupts daily • Lose yourself in the small hidden harbors of Yasawa-I-Rara, and Tanna • Visit the Port Vila Turtle Sanctuary for endangered hawksbill turtles
Savusavu FIJI Vava’u (Neiafu)
Lautoka
Alofi
TONGA NIUE Suva
SOCIETY ISLANDS Bora Bora TAHITI COOK ISLANDS
Papeete
Rarotonga (Avatiu)
South Pacific
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Days 11/12 At Sea Day 13
Savusavu, Fiji
Day 2
Day 14
Suva, Fiji
Bora Bora, Society Islands
Days 3/4 At Sea Day 5
Avatiu, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Days 6/7 At Sea Day 8
Alofi, Niue
Day 9
Cross the International Dateline
Day 9
At Sea
Day 10
Neiafu, Vava’u, Tonga
Day 15
ITINERARY Day 1 Lautoka, Fiji Day 2 Yasawa-I-Rara
Lautoka, Fiji
Port Vila
Wind Spirit: Feb 6, 2020
Noumea
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Day 6
Tanna, Vanuatu
Lautoka
Day 7
Lifou, New Caledonia
Maré
Day 8
Maré, New Caledonia
Day 9
Noumea, New Caledonia
Tanna
South Pacific
Wind Spirit: Feb 21, 2020
Yasawa-I-Rara Island, Fiji
Day 5
Lifou
NEW CALEDONIA
DEPARTURE DATE
Days 3/4 At Sea
FIJI
VANUATU
DEPARTURE DATE
• Look for remnants of World War II history in Noumea • Spend days enjoying the beauty and warmth of the South Pacific tropical islands and the friendly Polynesian culture
• Find photo opportunities at Lifou’s Jokin Cliffs and Jinek Beach
ITINERARY Day 1 Papeete, Society Islands, Tahiti
• Take a glass bottom boat or snorkel the crystal-clear waters of the South Pacific
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DAY 1 • Papeete, Society Islands Arrive a few days early to get your first taste of sunrises and sunsets in colors from banana to hibiscus and to casually assume your Tahitian aita pea pea (not to worry) attitude. BORA BORA: Celebration Festivals Enjoy a specially prepared feast on a secluded motu and see expert fire dancers perform high-speed acrobatics. Exclusively for Windstar guests
DAY 2 • At Sea DAY 3 • Fakarava Biosphere Reserve,
Tuamotu Islands
Here is a rare opportunity to experience one of earth’s most beautiful — and most rare — places. Fakarava, a place so stunning, an ecosystem so diverse it has been named a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This diver’s paradise welcomes you to a world of magnificent cauliflower coral, sleek grey sharks, and neon schools of tropical fish. This “Island of Dreams” is home to rare species of nesting birds and rare marine life living in tranquil harmony.
DAY 4 • Rangiroa, Tuamotu Islands
TAHITI & THE TUAMOTU ISLANDS
Wind Spirit November 26, 2018
PAPEETE TO PAPEETE : 10 or 11 DAYS
Legendary islands and undiscovered atolls mesmerize you with their tropical hues. Feast your eyes on Bali Hai. Discover the diver’s paradise of Fakarava, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve that fulfills every fantasy about the South Pacific. Feel your heart soar as your sailing ship enters each radiant lagoon.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Compare sunsets as you overnight in Raiatea and Bora Bora
• Learn native Polynesian dances and experience local culture with special guest performers
• Explore the rich ecosystem of Fakarava, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve known for some of the best diving in the South Pacific • Check out your choice of complimentary watersports toys from the ship’s Watersports Platform
Bora Bora
SOCIETY ISLANDS Fakarava
Huahine Motu Mahaea
Rangiroa
Papeete Moorea
TAHITI
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We will spend the day on a private island complete with swaying palm trees and white-sand beaches. Swim, snorkel, and enjoy a variety of water sports in the crystal-clear waters. There will be a delicious barbecue lunch and tropical drinks waiting for you. Explore Tahaa with optional excursions to discover the vanilla plantations and sacred sites of the island.
DAYS 6/7 • (Overnight) Raiatea, Society Islands
• Discover Moorea, the inspiration for South Pacific’s mystical Bali Hai
DAYS 8/9 • (Overnight) Bora Bora,
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Fakarava Biosphere Reserve
Day 4
Rangiroa, Tuamotu Islands
Day 5
At Sea
Day 6
Motu Mahaea (Tahaa), Society Islands
Raiatea
DAY 6 • Motu Mahaea (Tahaa), Society Islands
• Snorkel or dive in Rangiroa’s huge lagoon filled with colorful fish and beautiful coral
ITINERARY Day 1 Papeete, Society Islands South Pacific
DAY 5 • At Sea
After our leisurely overnight at anchor, you’ll wonder how anyone ever mustered the will to leave. Stretch out and relax in the sun. No need to dream of paradise — you’re here.
• Celebrate at Windstar’s Destination Discovery Event and fun-filled Signature Onboard Barbecue
TUAMOTU ISLANDS
Some people call this place heaven. You will call it perfect. The huge lagoon surrounded by beautiful coral and filled with colorful fish, rays, and dolphins is a diver’s dream. Explore in a glass bottom boat, take a dive that matches your level of expertise, or enjoy the magic of drift snorkeling. This is a place like no other on earth.
DEPARTURE DATES 11 days
Wind Spirit: Nov 15, 2018
Jan 9; Aug 2; Sep 27; Nov 12; Dec 17, 2020
DAY 11 • Moorea, Society Islands
Days 8/9 Bora Bora, Society Islands (Overnight)
Jan 28; Mar 25; May 20; Aug 22; Oct 10; Dec 2, 2019
Day 11
Moorea, Society Islands
Day 12
Papeete, Society Islands
DAY 10 • Huahine, Society Islands Anchor in the place whose nickname is “Garden of Eden.” Explore the lush forests, tropical landscapes, and quaint villages of Polynesia’s bestkept secret.
10 days
Huahine, Society Islands
A kaleidoscope of aquamarine waters leads us to our own private motu and a Tahitian feast worthy of a king. Our Destination Discovery Event lights up the tropical night with the extravagant beauty of Tahitian fire dancers.
Jan 17; Mar 14; May 2; Jul 7; Sep 1; Oct 20; Nov 21, 2019
Days 6/7 Raiatea, Society Islands (Overnight)
Day 10
Society Islands
Wind Spirit: Nov 26, 2018
Jan 20; Jul 23; Sep 17; Nov 23; Dec 28, 2020
Your stunning surroundings soak up superlatives and call for more. In our stay here you’ll have plenty of time to explore. Or stay on board and jump into the azure waters from the Watersports Platform.
FAKARAVA LIKE NOWHERE ELSE ON EARTH A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
If you’re looking to get away from it all, there’s no better place than Fakarava, nicknamed “End of the World.” It’s a place that has only recently appeared on the radar of intrepid travelers, with uninterrupted coral gardens, two tiny villages, and rare species. The inner lagoon of this remote outpost is a unique ecosystem that’s still revealing its mysteries, while one of the two passes that feed the lagoon has its own claim to fame — it’s a world-famous SCUBA diving site known for large pelagics like grey sharks. There are no banks or ATMs. No casinos or duty-free shops. Just paradise, Wind Spirit , and you. • Experience the magic with Windstar’s Dive and Snorkeling Options. • Visit a lovely Catholic church built entirely of coral in the late 1800s. • Discover impossibly pink-sand beaches and uninhabited motus fringed with coconut trees.
DAY 12 • Papeete, Society Islands Save time — and luggage space — for shopping. Black pearls and colorful crafts are plentiful.
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BORA BORA: Celebration Festivals Enjoy a specially prepared feast on a secluded motu and see expert fire dancers perform high-speed acrobatics. Exclusively for Windstar guests
DREAMS OF TAHITI
CRUISE, AIR & HOTEL
PAPEETE TO PAPEETE : 7 DAYS
A graceful sailing ship is the perfect way to experience the true wonder of Tahiti. We’ll let the trade winds fill our sails as we visit one legendary island after another, with plenty of casual time to swim and snorkel in crystal-clear lagoons, meander through lush rainforests, and experience the fascinating Polynesian culture from tikis to tiare flowers.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Luxuriate in overnights in Raiatea and Bora Bora, each a unique island paradise
• Experience drift snorkeling among coral gardens • Celebrate at Windstar’s Destination Discovery Event and fun-filled Signature Onboard Barbecue
• Snorkel down to personally select and harvest your own black pearl in Raiatea • Discover Moorea, the inspiration for South Pacific’s mystical Bali Hai
• Delight to entertainment on board and learn native Polynesian dances
• Sail, swim, and kayak from the ship’s Watersports Platform throughout the voyage
• Gaze into a fiery sunset and watch for the green flash as it melts below the horizon
ITINERARY Day 1 Papeete, Society Islands Huahine
Bora Bora
SOCIETY ISLANDS
Motu Mahaea Raiatea Moorea
Papeete TAHITI
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Day 2
Moorea, Society Islands
Days 3/4 Raiatea, Society Islands (Overnight) Day 4
Motu Mahaea (Tahaa), Society Islands
Days 5/6 Bora Bora, Society Islands (Overnight) Day 7
Huahine, Society Islands
Day 8
Papeete, Society Islands
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Spirit: Nov 1; Dec 6, 20, 27, 2018 Wind Spirit: Jan 3, 10; Feb 14, 21, 28; Mar 7; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; May 30; Jun 6, 13, 20; Jul 18; Aug 1, 8, 15; Sep 12, 19, 26; Oct 3, 31; Nov 7, 14; Dec 12, 19, 26, 2019 Wind Spirit: Jan 2, 30; Jul 2, 9, 16; Aug 13, 20, 27; Sep 3, 10; Oct 8, 15, 22, 29; Nov 5; Dec 3, 10, 2020
Tahiti Air & Hotel Package
Enjoy the ultimate relaxing South Seas vacation with a convenient Tahiti Cruise+Air+Hotel Package from Windstar. We’ll take care of all the details from flight reservations to accommodations to transfers to and from the ship. Plus, we promise to get you to the ship to enjoy your vacation even if your flight’s delayed. It’s the perfect way to ensure that your entire journey is restful and stress free. CRUISE PACKAGE INCLUDES: • 7-, 10-, or 11-day cruise • Round-trip airfare from Los Angeles (LAX) to Papeete on Air Tahiti Nui • Overnight hotel stay at Le Méridien Papeete Hotel (2018) or Intercontinental Tahiti Resort (2019) • Breakfast at the hotel • Arrival transfers from airport to hotel and hotel to Wind Spirit • Post-cruise day room at Le Méridien Papeete Hotel or Intercontinental Tahiti Resort • Departing transfers from Wind Spirit to hotel and hotel to airport • Airline taxes and fuel surcharge
WINDSTAR’S
DIVE AND SNORKELING PROGRAM French Polynesia is known as one of the best places to dive in the world. The water is a warm 79 to 84°F year round, and thanks to visibility of up to 150 feet, you’ll enjoy amazing views of coral, wrecks, and sea life. Windstar has created a comprehensive program that will give you the best of underwater Tahiti. 3 WAYS TO EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC BEGINNING SCUBA: This program is for the guest who wants to experience SCUBA diving for the first time, or for the guest with no dive certification. Receive plenty of personal attention to help you feel at ease with the equipment before heading out to sea to enjoy an easy ocean dive perfect for beginners. All equipment is provided. ONE- OR TWO-TANK DIVES: Certified Divers looking to explore the South Pacific’s amazing underwater world can choose either a one- or two-tank dive. Choices include wall dives, lagoon dives, canyon dives and even wreck dives. Certified Divers need to bring their PADI - CMAS Cards or other proof of certification, including a log book. Waiver release forms must be signed and medical conditions must be disclosed. Nitrox is free of charge for Nitrox Certified Divers. Divers 75 years of age or older must present a medical certificate and diving insurance. All equipment is provided. GUIDED SNORKELING: Experience the colorful world of tropical fish and coral formations without the need for SCUBA gear on these guided adventures from a boat or from shore. Float above the coral or drift snorkel along the reef in water too deep to stand in. You never know what creatures might appear, but common residents include harmless sharks, dolphins, parrot fish, triggerfish, and stingrays. All snorkel equipment included (mask, fins, and snorkel).
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Alaska Signature Expedition
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SPOILED BY UNSPOILED BEAUTY O N T H E U. S . W E S T C OA S T adventure has always loomed large and nature has always been ready and willing to set the table. The monuments here predate the oldest manmade ruins — Mount Denali, Misty Fjords, Multnomah Falls, the Redwoods. The abundance and variety of fresh ingredients defies belief, from silvery salmon to lush vineyards and orchards bursting with fruit. And whether you’re exploring Kenai Fjords by Zodiac on an intimate Windstar Signature Expedition or dining on farm-to-table cuisine prepared by a James Beard Foundation chef, you’ll discover why adventurous souls from John Muir to Alice Waters have lost their hearts to this place.
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WINDSTAR’S FAVORITE FIVE
COME FACETO-FACE WITH WILDERNESS
• Sitka, Alaska • Wrangell, Alaska • Tracy Arm, Alaska • Haines, Alaska • Prince Rupert, British Columbia
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Sitka, Alaska
FEATURED PORTS: Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska Sheer mountain peaks loom some 7,000 feet above you and waterfalls too numerous to count stream off the sheer rock cliffs. As you follow the route taken by John Muir by canoe in 1880, mountain goats watch from above and harbor seals with their pups watch from ice floes below. Harbor seals use this as a nursery since the ice interferes with whales’ sonar,
“Cruise up Tracy Arm through a frozen world of glaciers and ice carvings. Then see what the landscape looks like once the ice is gone as you make your way up Misty Fjords with its blanket of emerald trees and pine-scented air. Our Signature Expeditions get you closer, traveling into the wilderness by foot, kayak, or Zodiac in groups of no more than six guests.” ~ James Anderson-Smith, Destination Manager, Star Legend Denali, Alaska
and the prolific twin Sawyer Glaciers produce plenty of ice. If we’re lucky enough to reach the glacier face you may witness a huge chunk of ice calving, a sight that will take your breath away. San Francisco, California Attractions in San Francisco range from its famous cable cars to one of the nation’s most trend-setting foodie cultures. Head to the historic Mission District for amazing
Mexican cuisine from upscale restaurants to taquerias. Sample the serenity of the Japanese Tea Garden at Golden Gate Park, built for the World’s Fair in 1894. Taste world-class wines in Napa and Sonoma. And learn about popular food movements from Asian fusion cuisine to Slow Food, all fueled by the city’s propitious location at the intersection of fertile farm land and world trade.
FEATURED SHORE EXCURSIONS: BRING AL ASK A’S WILD BEAUTY INTO FOCUS as you discover small towns and big cities, cruise far up narrow fjords to the twin Sawyer Glaciers or Dawes Glacier, and launch Zodiacs right from the ship into pristine wilderness on Windstar Signature Expeditions. Star Legend will get you closer to scenic shorelines along the Inside Passage, Kenai Fjords and the wildlife-rich Inian Islands, and you’ll enjoy the best wildlife viewing opportunities as we adjust our schedule to linger whenever whales are present. Is food your passion? Take a look at our James Beard Foundation voyage, combining colorful towns along the U.S. west coast with the flavors that have earned this region accolades around the world. WHY WINDSTAR’S ALASKA & U.S. WEST COAST: • Enjoy close-up views of emerald coastlines, glaciers, and waterfalls in the Canadian Inside Passage, Kenai Fjords, Misty Fjords, and either Tracy Arm or Endicott Arm • Visit small and less-visited ports of call like Metlakatla, 62 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
Kodiak, Homer, Wrangell, Dutch Harbor, and Haines • Get closer to the twin Sawyer Glaciers on our small ship, which can navigate further before the narrowing of the fjord forces us to turn around
• Launch a kayak or Zodiac straight from the ship in remote places like Misty Fjords and Kenai Fjords where excursions aren’t usually offered • Discover the delicious cuisine, wine, and beer delights along the coast of the Western United States
• In Alaska, travel with six Expedition Guides with expertise in various disciplines, who are available throughout your cruise to lead guided tours and answer any questions you may have
REGION SNAPSHOT Itineraries: 5 Ports visited: 28 Countries visited: Ships in the region: Star Legend Late nights in: Juneau and Ketchikan, Alaska
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Haines, Alaska: Chilkat Bald Eagle Float Board your raft and enjoy a scenic float down the Chilkat River through the famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve. Your expert guide will push the raft along, leaving your hands free for your binoculars or camera. Along the way, your guide will interpret the natural history of the area and share exciting stories of life in the Alaskan wilderness. Learn to spot bald eagles and gain an
appreciation for the challenges they face to survive. Early in the summer, resident eagles are often seen coming and going from their nest to feed their young. Juneau, Alaska: Dog Sledding on the Mendenhall Glacier Get fitted with glacier boots before boarding a state-ofthe-art helicopter bound for the main attraction, mighty Mendenhall Glacier. Touch down at the dog mushing camp where you’ll meet professional dog mushers and their energetic Alaskan huskies,
then experience the unique thrill as these athletes pull you through the snow that blankets the glacier. Take turns directing the dogs with your musher and relaxing in the sled. Afterwards, take some time to cuddle with puppies and chat with your dog musher before boarding your helicopter to return to base.
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GET CLOSER TO THE LAST FRONTIER SIGNATURE EXPEDITIONS BRING ALASKA TO LIFE Imagine seeing the Great Land as John Muir saw it, from ground and sea level, not looking down on it from several stories high (or from miles away) as you would on a big cruise ship. And while other cruise lines bring speakers aboard for a day, you’ll enjoy the company of a half dozen experts for the full length of your voyage. You can ask questions and interact with these authorities on marine biology, botany, history, glaciology, and more whenever your curiosity is aroused. In addition to formal presentations and getting to know our guest interests better, they lead small groups of guests on hikes and on expeditions by kayak and Zodiac — sometimes launching straight from the ship in remote places like Misty Fjords and Kenai Fjords where excursions aren’t usually offered. That’s the intimate and engaging experience you get on a Windstar Signature Expedition. S I G N AT U R E E X P E D I T I O N
KENAI FJORDS KAYAK TOUR • See Holgate Glacier or Aialik Glacier • View tidewater glaciers • Lucky guests may catch the glacier calving • Explore Kenai Fjords National Park
• Paddle through flows from the Harding Ice Field • Kayak among ice that has calved from the glacier • Watch for harbor seals, black bears, bald eagles, puffins, and more • Lifejackets are provided
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MT. DEWEY HIKE (Wrangell, Alaska) • Take a half-mile hike on a Boardwalk trail through Sitka spruce forest • Amazing views of the surrounding mountains and the town and waterways below
• John Muir hiked here when Wrangell served as headquarters for his Stikine Delta explorations
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MISTY FJORDS ZODIAC TOUR • Discover Misty Fjords National Monument with its 3,000-foot glacier-sculpted cliffs and numerous waterfalls cascading
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• Keep an eye out for bald eagles, brown and black bears, and mountain goats • Views forests of western hemlock, Sitka spruce, and western red cedar • Lifejackets are provided
WINDSTAR SIGNATURE EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS • Experienced expedition captain and six expedition staff on board for the entire cruise
• Up-close glaciers and fjords, including anchoring inside Misty Fjords National Park
• Extensive scenic cruising opportunities, including the true inside passage
• Optional small group excursions including Zodiac landings, guided hikes, and kayaking
E XPEDITION LE ADERS SAR AH BETCHER
A L B E R T O M O N TAU D O N
Sarah is a passionate naturalist, guide, and a Greenpeace award-winning ethnographic documentary filmmaker. Since 2005, she has spent extensive time in some of the most remote land and water locations in Alaska. Her knowledge comes mostly from first-hand experiences with other expert naturalists and learning from Alaska Native elders.
Alberto has loved nature since he was a young child in Mexico. Teaching photography, working as a naturalist, expedition leader, or underwater videographer, Alberto has guided tours in Alaska, Arctic Norway, Greenland, the Amazon, Galápagos, Baja California, and the Caribbean. He lived on the Yucatan Peninsula, the cloudforest of Veracruz, and the rainforest of Haines.
SCOT T EDGERTON Scott is a lover of nature and exploration. He spent 10 years working in varying wild, outdoor settings as a wilderness ranger and trail crew for the US Forest Service. He began working on board expedition cruise vessels, including the legendary Lindblad Explorer and has worked in just about every geographical area imaginable.
J E S S I C A FA R R E R Jessica worked on fishing vessels in the Bering Sea, counted Steller sea lions in the Aleutian Islands, tagged sea lions in the Galápagos, and ran a camp in Hawaii working with the critically endangered monk seal. She spent time near McMurdo Station Antarctica and has contributed video and photographic work for Frozen Planet in both Antarctica and Alaska.
PAU L M U R R AY Since he was 13, Paul guided both land and sea expeditions. He traveled to 6 continents and nearly 50 countries and on amazing journeys; a 1,864-mile bicycle ride across Southeast Asia, a 60-day rafting trip through the Grand Canyon, and following the Chilkoot Trail and Yukon River in Alaska retracing the epic 1898 Klondike Gold Rush.
I A N STR ACH A N Ian has worked on expedition vessels using his knowledge of the natural world to enrich the experience of those on board. Raised in Australia, his interests and specialties are diverse, from alpine forests to coral reefs. His main passions include photography and animal behavior, and he is a world traveler including Alaska and the Pacific Northwest.
JUSTIN HOFMAN With a lifelong passion for the ocean, Justin spent his career observing and documenting wildlife both above and below the water. He traveled extensively aboard expedition ships and to every continent, as a naturalist, photographer, and dive master utilizing and sharing his extensive knowledge of ecology, conservation, and animal behaviors.
Expedition Leaders may change.
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Day 9 • Scenic Cruising Inian Islands/
CRUISE TOUR
Denali Talkeetna Anchorage
Dall sheep
Fairbanks ALASKA CANADA Juneau Tracy Arm/ Haines Endicott Arm
Seward
Inian Islands Kenai Fjords
Wrangell Misty Fjords
Icy Strait Point
Alaska’s largest Huna Tlingit village is just down the road. Or discover the island’s other superlatives — Point Adolphus is home to Alaska’s largest summer population of humpback whales, and the nearby Spasski River Valley is famous for having one of the highest densities of coastal grizzlies in the world.
Day 10 • Haines, Alaska
Ketchikan Sitka
White-headed bald eagles, brown bears, pink salmon, spring wildflowers … there’s no end to photo-worthy subjects in the Chilkat Valley. Bring your camera — any camera — and catch your limit. Or opt for a dab of history and explore Fort William H. Seward, last of Alaska’s gold rush-era military outposts.
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Day 11 • Juneau, Alaska
Rivers, mountains, emerald wilderness, and milky blue glacial lakes pass below during the flight to Fairbanks. After meeting your Alaskan Guide and transferring to your comfortable hotel, the rest of the day is yours to rest up or explore downtown Fairbanks’ unique blend of old and new.
Alaska’s state capital does have roads, but if you plan to leave the city, it will have to be by air or water. One look at the 4,000-foot, glacierdraped peaks that nearly abut the city explains why. And who would want to leave? Residents are blasé about the whales that cavort in Gastineau Channel, the glacier and rainforest in their own backyard, the “catch of the day” that really is.
Day 2 • Fairbanks to Denali
Day 12 • Scenic Cruising Tracy Arm/
Scenic Cruising Inian Islands/ Icy Strait Point, Alaska
Board the Riverboat Discovery for a trip back in time on the Chena River, stopping along the way to learn frontier living skills at an Athabascan Indian village, watch an Alaskan bush pilot use the river as a runway, and visit Iditarod champion Susan Butcher’s kennels. After a scenic drive to Denali National Park, get a taste of old-time Alaska at Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theater, complete with an all-you-can-eat salmon and barbecue ribs dinner.
As we make our way up stunning Tracy Arm Fjord, ice debris makes its way down, as if a giant icemaker was churning away at fjord’s end. And in a way, there is. The twin Sawyer Glaciers are famous for calving copious amounts of ice from cube size to cabin size, glittering in the scenic fjord like diamonds.
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Haines, Alaska
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Juneau, Alaska
Day 3 • Full Day at Denali
Day 12
Scenic Cruising Tracy Arm/ Endicott Arm, Alaska
Day 13
ITINERARY Day 1 Fairbanks Arrival
Denali
ALASKAN EXPLORATIONS & DENALI CRUISE TOUR
FAIRBANKS TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) : 15 or 16 DAYS
An Alaska Cruise Tour combines your cruise adventure with a land journey to give you the best of both worlds. Cruise the scenic Inside Passage and make your way past breathtaking glaciers and fjords. Visit small coastal communities that played a vital role in Alaska’s colorful past and still make their living from the sea. Then head to Alaska’s most popular inland attraction: Denali National Park, home to wildlife from caribou and moose to grizzlies and wolves. We’ll anticipate all of your wishes just as we do on board, taking care of all the transfers, transportation, accommodations, admissions, and activities. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the ride — on a deluxe domed train, on the Riverboat Discovery, on an extended Denali wildlife tour, and on intimate Star Legend.
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Fairbanks to Denali
Day 3
Denali National Park
Day 4
Denali to Talkeetna
Day 5
Talkeetna to Anchorage to Seward
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Scenic Cruising Kenai Fjords National Park, Alaska
Day 7
At Sea
Day 8
Sitka, Alaska
Day 9
Wrangell, Alaska
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Scenic Cruising Misty Fjords, Alaska
Day 4 • Denali to Talkeetna
Day 14 • Scenic Cruising Misty Fjords, Alaska
Day 15
Ketchikan, Alaska
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Scenic Cruising Canadian Inside Passage
Board your deluxe domed train for a scenic ride to the quaint village of Talkeetna at the foot of Denali. Settle into your hotel, then listen to colorful tales of the area’s history before your Farewell Dinner.
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Vancouver, BC, Canada
Day 5 • Talkeetna to Anchorage to Seward
(May visit ports in a slightly different order.)
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Legend: May 18; Jun 3 *, 10*, 25 *; Jul 2†; 18 *, 25*†; Aug 9 *, 16*, 2019 = Reverse Route
Jul 2 and Jul 25 departures will visit Prince Rupert instead of Ketchikan.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
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Day 13 • Wrangell, Alaska Fishermen can try their luck for enormous halibut and salmon, or enjoy some of the finest fly fishing in the world. There are outdoor activities galore, but for many the highlight is the Anan Creek Bear Observatory where wild black and brown bears fish for salmon as bald eagles (and you) watch.
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• All transfers to and from Denali
Endicott Arm, Alaska
Spend a full seven or eight hours in the park famous for its wildlife, searching for moose, Dall sheep, caribou, grizzlies, and wolves. If you have energy to spare, finish the day with an ATV, zipline or horseback adventure.
*15-day itineraries do not cruise through Inian Islands or visit Icy Strait.
• 4 hotel stays – 1 night in Talkeetna, 2 nights in Denali, and 1 night in Fairbanks
Day 1 • Fairbanks
• Guided cruise up the scenic Chena River in Fairbanks • Admission to the Anchorage Museum • 11- or 12-day cruise aboard Star Legend from Vancouver to Seward or reverse
The Seward Highway is one of the most breathtaking routes in Alaska, following along Turnagain Arm and through the Kenai Mountains. Pause in Anchorage for a visit to the Anchorage Museum before finishing the drive to Star Legend.
DAY 6 • Scenic Cruising Kenai Fjords
National Park, Alaska
One of Alaska’s most popular attractions, Kenai Fjords will take your breath away. Most cruise guests must leave their ship behind and board a smaller excursion boat to take in the scenery, but not you. You cruise past it all surrounded by the comforts of Star Legend, sipping cocoa on deck or relaxing by the windows in the Lounge.
Day 7 • At Sea Day 8 • Sitka, Alaska You can’t miss the copper-domed St. Michael’s Cathedral, one of 22 historic buildings that tell of Sitka’s fascinating past. Looking around at the colorful harbor and brace of mountain peaks behind, it’s hard to imagine how the Russians could have given up such priceless property for such a pittance.
Rock walls shoot straight up from the sea, waterfalls tumble down slopes covered in lush vegetation, and your ship glides through mirrored reflections of the snowcapped peaks. Each bend of the fjord yields epic views as you penetrate the heart of Alaska’s wilderness few other cruise lines visit.
Day 15 • Ketchikan, Alaska Take a walk down historic Creek Street — actually a wooden boardwalk — past former bordellos and above swirling salmon. Smell the fresh tang of cedar as Tlingit, Tsimshian, and Haida artists carve totem poles and weave bark baskets at Saxman Native Village.
Day 16 • Scenic Cruising Canadian Inside Passage Even prospectors on their way north to the Klondike must have paused to appreciate the beauty of this passage. The sheltering archipelago unfolds in layers of deep forest green on a sea the color of kelp and oyster.
Day 17 • Vancouver, BC, Canada The city that began as a frontier fur trading post is now a bustling metropolis with an almost unfair boon of jawdropping natural beauty and thriving culture. Take it all in on your way to Canada Place Cruise Terminal.
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NEW Ketchikan, Alaska
Dutch Harbor, Alaska
ALASKAN SPLENDORS
ALEUTIANS & JAPAN PACIFIC CROSSING
SEWARD (ANCHORAGE) TO VANCOUVER (or reverse) : 11 OR 12 DAYS
TOKYO TO SEWARD (ANCHORAGE) : 16 DAYS
Witness the grandeur of Alaska’s premier glaciers: Mendenhall in Juneau, Kenai Fjords’ Harding Icefield, Tracy Arm’s twin Sawyer Glaciers. Cruise Misty Fjords and Kenai Fjords on lovely Star Legend, waters beyond the reach of larger cruise ships.
Guest lecturers enthrall you with tales of the Japanese islands. Retrace the route of the Russian-American fur trade as you cross the Pacific and island-hop along the Aleutian archipelago. Rest your eyes on thrilling landscapes from ice-shrouded Kenai Fjords to the wild cliff- and cave-studded coastline of Miyako. Go beyond the tourist mainstream as you sample the fish market of Aomori and view World War II’s forgotten relics in Dutch Harbor. From Kodiak’s legendary brown bears to the quirky bohemian atmosphere of Homer, Hakodate’s star-shaped fort to Tokyo’s Michelin-starred restaurants, each day is a new and life-enriching adventure.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Be out on deck for scenic cruising of the beautiful Inside Passage between Anchorage and Vancouver looking for wildlife along the way
• Visit St. Michael’s Cathedral and find out about the Russian heritage of Sitka
• Discover the First Nations totems of Ketchikan, Petroglyph Beach in Wrangell, and the jaw-dropping beauty of Tracy Arm
• Get closer with Windstar’s Signature Expeditions as a team of onboard experts sails with the ship for the entirety of the cruise and leads guided Zodiac and kayak tours in the fjords
• Take the journey to Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau
ALASKA
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Juneau Tracy Arm/ Haines Endicott Arm Kenai Fjords
Wrangell
Inian Islands Icy Strait Point
Misty Fjords Ketchikan
Sitka Gulf of Alaska
Inside Passage
Route line is approximate.
Vancouver
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ITINERARY Day 1 Seward (Anchorage), Alaska Day 2 Scenic Cruising Kenai Fjords National Park, Alaska Day 3 At Sea Day 4 Sitka, Alaska Day 5 Scenic Cruising Inian Islands/ Icy Strait Point, Alaska Day 6 Haines, Alaska Day 7 Juneau, Alaska Day 8 Scenic Cruising Tracy Arm/ Endicott Arm, Alaska Day 9 Wrangell, Alaska
• Visit the Pratt Museum in Homer and find out how they are working to preserve the stories of the region
• Spend idyllic days as you cruise the North Pacific • Discover the WWII Museum in Dutch Harbor, the remote and scenic port that is home to over 600 bald eagles
• See the great limestone caves and the tsunami-carved landscape of Jodogahama Beach in Miyako
• Enjoy Point Adolphus, one of Alaska’s most popular feeding areas for migrating humpback whales near Icy Strait Point
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VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
• Extend your stay in Tokyo to experience a city of shopping, culture, cuisine, gardens, and museums
• Sportfish in Kodiak, home of six National Registered Historic Sites
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Scenic Cruising Misty Fjords, Alaska Ketchikan, Alaska Scenic Cruising Canadian Inside Passage Vancouver, BC, Canada
(May visit ports in a slightly different order.)
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Legend: May 22; Jun 3 *, 14*, 25 *; Jul 6†, 18 *, 29*†; Aug 9*, 20*, 2019 = Reverse Route *11-day itineraries do not cruise through Inian Islands or visit Icy Strait.
Seward
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Homer Kodiak Dutch Harbor Hakodate Miyako
ITINERARY Day 1 Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan
Days 13/14 At Sea Day 15
Kodiak, Alaska
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At Sea
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Homer, Alaska
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Miyako, Japan
Day 17
Seward (Anchorage), Alaska
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Hakodate, Japan
Day 5
Aomori, Japan
Days 6-9 At Sea
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Aomori
Pacific Ocean
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Route line is approximate.
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Cross the International Date Line
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Legend: May 6, 2019
Dutch Harbor, Alaska
Jul 6 and Jul 29 departures will visit Prince Rupert instead of Ketchikan. †
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ISLANDS & INLETS OF THE INSIDE PASSAGE
VANCOUVER TO VANCOUVER : 12 DAYS
Pass beneath the exquisite Lion’s Gate Bridge not once, but twice, with a panoply of splendid discoveries in between. The acclaimed Inside Passage with its forest-covered islands and wildlife. Tracy Arm and Misty Fjords, where you cruise surrounded by the familiar comforts of Star Legend while large cruise ship passengers board a smaller excursion boat. Ports like Ketchikan, Juneau, and Wrangell that dazzle you with the cultures, history, and outdoor adventures Alaska is known for.
• Bring your binoculars out for scenic cruising in an area full of wildlife, round trip from Vancouver • Appreciate the First Nations culture through their impressive totem art
CANADA Wrangell Misty Fjords
Gulf of Alaska
Inside Passage
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Ketchikan Prince Rupert Grenville Channel
Vancouver
USA
Day 9
VANCOUVER TO SAN DIEGO : 10 DAYS
Absorb the essence of west coast farm-to-table cuisine as you explore bountiful farmers’ markets, sip wine in sundappled vineyards, and dine on meals perfected by James Beard Foundation chefs.
• Discover the delicious cuisine, wine, and beer delights all down the coast of the Western United States
• Transit the mighty Columbia River and take a short trip to witness the cascading power of Multnomah Falls
• Stroll the many fresh food, flowers, and handicrafts of Seattle’s famous Pike Place Market
• Cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge for two days in San Francisco with time to shop the Farmer’s Market and visit the iconic waterfront
• In Monterey visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium, known for its focus on the marine habitats of Monterey Bay
• The late evenings in Sausalito, San Francisco, and Portland provide plenty of time for wine and food touring
Scenic Cruising Misty Fjords, Alaska
Scenic Cruising Canadian Inside Passage
Day 10
Ketchikan, Alaska
Day 11
Prince Rupert, BC, Canada
Day 3
Metlakatla, Alaska
Day 12
Day 4
Wrangell, Alaska
Scenic Cruising Canadian Inside Passage, Canada
Day 5
Scenic Cruising Tracy Arm/ Endicott Arm, Alaska
Day 13
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Day 6
Inian Islands/Icy Strait Point, Alaska
DEPARTURE DATES
Day 7
Juneau, Alaska
Day 8
At Sea
Day 2
Tracy Arm/ Endicott Arm
Metlakatla
Route line is approximate.
• View Canada’s wilderness via seaplane
ITINERARY Day 1 Vancouver, BC, Canada
ALASKA
Icy Strait Point
• Walk on Juneau’s Mendenhall Glacier • Get closer with Windstar’s Signature Expeditions as a team of onboard experts sails with the ship for the entirety of the cruise and leads guided Zodiac and kayak tours in the fjords
• See the quiet beauty of Misty Fjords and Tracy Arm
Inian Islands
Star Legend September 24, 2019
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
Juneau
JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION: WEST COAST EPICUREAN EXTRAVAGANZA
Star Legend: Aug 31; Sep 12, 2019
CANADA
Vancouver Seattle Cruising the Columbia River Portland
Pacific Ocean
Sausalito San Francisco Monterey
USA
ITINERARY Day 1 Vancouver, BC, Canada
Day 8
San Francisco, California
Day 9
Monterey, California
Day 2
Seattle, Washington
Day 10
At Sea
Day 3
At Sea
Day 11
San Diego, California
Day 4
Cruising the Columbia River/ Portland, Oregon
Days 5/6 At Sea Day 7
Sausalito, California
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Legend: Sep 24, 2019
San Diego
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Canada fall colors
CANADA & NEW ENGLAND NEW!
JOURNEYS OF THE NORTH ATLANTIC
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THE NEW WORLD, REVEALED V I K I N G S C R O S S E D T H E L A B R A D O R S E A to settle in L’Anse Aux Meadows. Centuries later, Portuguese fishermen, Basque whalers, French trappers, and English pilgrims would discover a Promised Land where nature nurtures both body and soul. Here, where the sun first kisses North America, Jacques Cartier found a place where “the scenery is indeed worth seeing and can’t be properly described in words.” The ravishing lighthouse-studded coast still inspires awe. Manna from the sea still delights palates. And small ships like ours still ply these waters with a freedom denied to larger ships.
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WINDSTAR’S FAVORITE FIVE • Montreal, Quebec • Gaspé, Quebec • Boston, Massachusetts • Halifax, Nova Scotia • Provincetown, Massachusetts
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Sagenay Fjord, Quebec, Canada
New York City, USA
FEATURED PORTS:
“Beautiful ports and scenic waterways combined with amazing shore-side offerings make Canada and New England ideal for our small ships. Guests can enjoy great cultural diversity. And the region is rich with culinary experiences featuring fresh, local seafood.”
Halifax, Nova Scotia What started as a British naval garrison was soon home to fishing boats, pirates, and rum-runners, resulting in a history almost as colorful as the restored clapboard buildings along the Harbourwalk. Catch up on the city’s seafaring past — including artifacts from the Titanic disaster — at the Museum of the Atlantic.
~ Kelly Hubbard, Director of Product Development
Montreal, Canada
Or climb the hill to the starshaped Citadel where costumed re-enactors transport you back to colonial days. L’Anse Aux Meadows, Newfoundland Over a thousand years ago — more than 500 years before Columbus — Norse explorers sailed here from Iceland and Greenland and built an encampment of timber-andsod buildings. It’s likely this
was a seasonal camp to collect timber and game, which at the time was quite plentiful nearby. But the Vikings left after less than a decade after repeated run-ins with indigenous people. The camp and its artifacts have been recreated so you can see how these early VikingAmericans lived. It’s a site that’s truly worthy of its UNESCO World Heritage status.
FEATURED SHORE EXCURSIONS: FROM THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION to the Birthplace of Canada, quaint fishing villages to iconic French-flavored cities, Star Pride shows you the best this region has to offer. Step into the Gilded Age in Newport and a lobster boat in Bar Harbor. Travel back to the days of the Vikings in L’Anse Aux Meadows and to Prohibition in colorful Lunenburg outside Halifax. See spectacular scenery from the rugged shores of Acadia National Park to picturesque Peggy’s Cove. The diversity of sights, tastes, and accents is astonishing, and makes you feel like you’ve traveled to foreign lands without ever being too far from home.
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• See rare corners of remote Newfoundland and Labrador • Discover Acadian and Scottish cultures in Nova Scotia, French culture in Quebec, and the utterly unique Downeast culture of Maine • Cruise into the heart of Montreal under Laviolette Bridge, a barrier that forces
Itineraries: 3 Ports visited: 18 Countries visited: Ships in the region: Star Pride
WHY WINDSTAR’S CANADA & NEW ENGLAND: • Sail through intimate waterways like the Cape Cod Canal and Canso Canal, accessible only by smaller ships • Stay overnight in Quebec City, one of only three livedin UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world
REGION SNAPSHOT
some larger ships to dock 2 hours away in Quebec City • Capture an iconic photo of the Statue of Liberty before cruising under the Verrazano Bridge on your way to Manhattan, and then dock in the heart of the city, close to all the best Big Apple attractions
• See New England’s spectacular fall foliage during our autumn cruises • Visit small, rarely visited ports of call like L’Anse Aux Meadows, Red Bay, Bonne Bay, Provincetown, Gaspé, and Saguenay
Overnights in: Quebec City, Quebec Late nights in: Halifax, Nova Scotia; Bar Harbor, Maine
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Bar Harbor: Grand Tour of Acadia National Park and Lobster Bake Acadia National Park is just a short hop from Bar Harbor but it feels like another world. The park encompasses 35,000 acres of beautiful seacoast, forest, lakes, mountains, and islands, crisscrossed by beautiful carriage roads and hand-cut stone bridges built by John D. Rockefeller, Jr. The literal highlight of Mount Desert Island is Cadillac
Mountain, from October to March the first spot in the U.S. to see the morning sun. Stop by other natural wonders like the Thunder Hole waterspout before participating in a New England tradition: an authentic lobster bake complete with fresh lobster, clam chowder, and other local fare. Gaspé: Percé Rock & Cruise Around Bonaventure Island Percé Rock juts from the Gaspé Peninsula like the bow of a ship, encompassing one of the world’s largest sea arches. Your boat tour takes you to view
both sides, and lets you walk around the ancient monolith. Nearby, Bonaventure Island has a far different attraction with a spectacular congregation of 300,000 sea birds of 223 different species. The colony of northern gannets is the most important and accessible in the world, but for non-birders the most interesting may be the endearingly comical puffins.
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NEW Reykjavik, Iceland
JOURNEYS OF THE NORTH ATLANTIC
REYKJAVIK TO NEW YORK CITY : 15 DAYS
Cross the North Atlantic from Iceland’s dramatic landscapes to the rocky shores of Southeast Canada and New England. Along the way, visit places beyond the reach of larger ships like the UNESCO sites of Red Bay and L’Anse Aux Meadows with their whaling and Viking pasts, and tiny Acadian villages like Bonne Bay in the midst of Gros Morne National Park’s beauty. Fill your camera’s memory cards in scenic Acadia National Park and picturesque Peggy’s Cove. Watch for whales in the wildlife-rich Cape Cod Canal (another place inaccessible to larger ships). Take in Norse ruins, lobster bakes, and fiddle music that speaks to the soul.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • See dramatic and rare landscapes of some of the northernmost ports of call
• Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Gros Morne National Park
• Visit the 11th century Viking settlement in L’Anse Aux Meadows, a UNESCO site
• Feast on fresh lobster in Bar Harbor after enjoying the natural beauty in Acadia National Park
• Learn the role vibrant Halifax played when the Titanic sank
• Watch for whales in wildlife-rich Cape Cod Canal
Grundarfjörður ICELAND
Reykjavik Heimaey CANADA
L'Anse aux Meadows St. John’s Bonne Bay
New York
(Manhattan)
Bar Harbor Cape Cod Canal
USA
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Day 2
Grundafjordur, Iceland
Day 3
Heimaey Island, Iceland
Days 4-7 At Sea
Red Bay
Halifax
ITINERARY Day 1 Reykjavik, Iceland
Atlantic Ocean
Day 12
At Sea
Day 13
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Day 14
Bar Harbor, Maine
Day 15
At Sea/Transit Cape Cod Canal
Day 16
New York City (Manhattan), New York
Day 8
St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada
Day 9
L’Anse Aux Meadows, Newfoundland, Canada
Day 10
Red Bay, Labrador, Canada
DEPARTURE DATE
Day 11
Bonne Bay, Newfoundland, Canada
Star Pride: Aug 28, 2019
Puffin
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
DAY 1 • Reykjavik, Iceland
DAY 10 • Red Bay, Labrador, Canada
The world’s most northerly capital enjoys almost 24-hour sunlight in summer; all the better to show off the city’s eclectic architecture and dazzling natural wonders. Soak in the milky Blue Lagoon, visit Gullfoss Waterfall or explore the surprisingly vibrant local museum and art scene.
A Basque whaling town back in the 1500s, Red Bay is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Compare the size of the open whaling boats they once used, known as chalupas, to the size of the whales they hunted and be amazed.
DAY 2 • Grundafjordur, Iceland
DAY 11 • Bonne Bay/Woody Point, Newfoundland, Canada
See the volcano Snæfellsjökull? It’s not surprising that it plays a prominent role in Jules Verne´s story Journey to the Center of the Earth and the recent movie The Secret Life of Walter Mitty because fantasy is very much alive here. Elves, trolls, and hidden people — known as huldufólk in Icelandic folklore — are often used to explain Iceland’s other-worldly formations. In fact, local authorities routed a nearby road to avoid a place where huldufólk are thought to live.
DAY 3 • Heimaey Island, Iceland
Writers, artists, and scientists from all over the world are drawn to the breathtaking landscapes of Gros Morne National Park. Geologists are drawn by the evidence of plate tectonics lying exposed for all to see.
DAY 12 • At Sea DAY 13 • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Back in 1973 Eldfell Volcano erupted without warning, swallowing much of the town and turning the rest into a virtual time capsule. In the Eldheimar museum an excavated cottage recreates the day that turned Heimaey into a modern Pompeii, while on the blackened slopes purple lupines show how Heimaey is coming back to life.
Make your way to the star-shaped Citadel at the top of the hill where costumed re-enactors transport you back to colonial days. Listen to bagpipers, watch the changing of the guard, and count down to the firing of the noon gun — a tradition since 1857. Every detail has been meticulously recreated, from the brass buttons on the uniforms to the stern faces of the soldiers standing vigil.
DAYS 4-7 • At Sea
DAY 14 • Bar Harbor, Maine
DAY 8 • St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada North America’s oldest city takes its cue from colorful Greenland. Pick a favorite from the vibrant buildings along Jelly Bean Row, said to be a holdover from the days when sea captains returned home to face rows of identical Victorian houses. Or head out to view the largest puffin colony in the world — birds whose colorful beaks earned them the name “parrots of the sea.”
DAY 9 • L’Anse Aux Meadows, Newfoundland, Canada At the northern tip of Newfoundland lie the remains of an 11th century Viking settlement, evidence that Europeans reached North America long before Columbus. Costumed re-enactors bring the reconstructed turf buildings to life, showing you how the Vikings lived back in the days when these grassy lands were covered in forest and game was plentiful.
Today is all about beautiful Acadia National Park. There are so many ways to view it: by foot, by boat, by horse and carriage, by bicycle, by kayak. With the painted slopes of Cadillac Mountain rising above the sea, it’s no wonder John Rockefeller, Jr. fell in love with this place.
DAY 15 • At Sea/Transit Cape Cod Canal Recreationalists along the canal’s bike trails wave as your beautiful ship passes by. With luck, you might see a fisherman reeling in an enormous striped bass, or the occasional right whale that makes its way into the canal.
DAY 16 • New York City, New York Capture an iconic photo of the Statue of Liberty before cruising under the Verrazano Bridge on your way to Manhattan. What you do once you arrive is up to you, but it’s hard to imagine leaving before taking a generous taste of the Big Apple.
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Bar Harbor, Maine
Gaspé, Quebec, Canada
SOUTHEAST CANADIAN EXPLORATIONS
THE MARITIMES & MANHATTAN
NEW YORK CITY TO MONTREAL (or reverse) : 12 DAYS
MONTREAL TO BOSTON (or reverse) : 10 DAYS
Head north from New York City to charming New England towns and coastal scenery that will take your breath away. Witness the autumn spectacle of Acadia National Park from Bar Harbor. Discover the quaint, yesteryear charm of Charlottetown — inspiration for Anne of Green Gables. And watch for rare blue and beluga whales as you cruise the waters off the Gaspé Peninsula.
Quebec’s French-flavored history, Prince Edward Island’s anachronistic charm, the fusion of Acadian and Scottish cultures in Nova Scotia — each province distills its own blend of Old World and New, bucolic and urbane. Browse the shops and boulangeries along Quebec City’s picturesque Petit Champlain, the oldest street in North America. Fall under the spell of Charlottetown with its bright red covered bridges and Anne of Green Gables vibe, and Halifax with its lively pub culture and majestic Citadel.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Discover the East Coast of the United States and Canada offering a variety of cultural and historical riches along with the natural beauty and fall foliage
• Transit Cape Cod Canal, part of the Atlantic Intercoastal Waterway
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
• Learn the role vibrant Halifax played when the Titanic sank
• Plan extra time in historic Boston, one of America’s oldest cities and home of the JFK Library
• Enjoy an overnight in energetic Quebec City
• Feast on fresh lobster in Bar Harbor after enjoying the fall foliage in Acadia National Park
• Witness the vibrant beauty of the fall foliage along the East Coast of the United States and Canada • Catch the attractions of Quebec City, a UNESCO site
• Try the unique cuisine of Montreal — poutine, Arctic char, and Kamouraska lamb
• Experience the beauty of historic Charlottetown and see the inspiration for Anne of Green Gables
CANADA
Québec City
Montreal
Charlottetown Canso Canal
Bar Harbor Newport
New York USA
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ITINERARY Day 1 New York City (Manhattan), New York
Day 8 Day 9
Gaspé, Quebec, Canada
Day 2
Day 10
At Sea
Gaspé Halifax
Provincetown Cape Cod Canal Atlantic Ocean
• See how many of Charlottetown’s 11 National Sites of Canada you find and understand the inspiration for Anne of Green Gables
Newport, Rhode Island/Transit Cape Cod Canal
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Day 3
Provincetown, Massachusetts
Days 11/12 Quebec City, Quebec, Canada (Overnight)
Day 4
Bar Harbor, Maine
Day 13
Day 5
At Sea
Day 6
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Day 7
At Sea/Transit Canso Canal, Canada
CANADA
Saguenay Québec City
Montreal
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Gaspé Halifax
Charlottetown Canso Canal
Boston
Bar Harbor
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Pride: Sep 12; Oct 14 , 2019 = Reverse Route
USA
• Take a selfie by the Pyramid of Ha! Ha! in Saguenay
ITINERARY Day 1 Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Day 9
At Sea
Day 10
Bar Harbor, Maine
Day 2
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Day 11
Boston, Massachusetts
Day 3
Saguenay, Quebec, Canada
Day 4
At Sea
Day 5
Gaspé, Quebec, Canada
Day 6
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Day 7
At Sea/Transit Canso Canal, Canada
Day 8
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Atlantic Ocean
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Pride: Sep 24; Oct 4 , 2019 = Reverse Route
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CENTRAL AMERICA
ADVENTURES IN PANAMA & COSTA RICA
84
COSTA RICA & PANAMA CANAL
85
NEW!
FISHING FOR THE SEA OF CORTEZ
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NEW!
IN THE WAKE OF THE SPANISH ARMADAS
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NEW!
MAYAN LEGACIES
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NEW!
SOUTHERN MEXICO: FISH TALES & MAYAN TRAILS
90
NEW!
THE SPANISH MAIN: RISE OF THE NEW WORLD
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NEW!
TROPICAL ESCAPE THROUGH THE PANAMA CANAL
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LAND TOURS
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FACE TO FACE WITH WONDER T H E R A I N F O R E S T, S E A , A N D B E AC H E S here brim with life — scarlet macaws, sea turtles, howler monkeys, jaguars, blue morpho butterflies the size of dinner plates. Mayan and colonial ruins hint at past glories. Latin cuisines burst on the palate with the exuberance of a mariachi band. And amid all this color and cacophony your elegant white ship is an oasis of tranquility. Absorb the Lost World vibe of Bahía Drake and the Blue Flag beaches of Huatulco, Baja’s famous big game fishing and Costa Rica’s legendary biodiversity. You are an explorer by day, with cocktails on the fantail at 5.
Costa Maya, Mexico
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WINDSTAR’S FAVORITE FIVE
GET YOUR FEET WET
• Panama Canal • Panama City/Balboa/ Fuerte Amador, Panama • Isla Parida, Panama • Quepos, Costa Rica • Loreto, Mexico
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“Zipline through the Costa Rican rainforest, chase four different species of monkeys, spot toucans, learn about one of the most amazing ecosystems on our planet. And as if that’s not enough, discover the 8th Wonder of the World, the Panama Canal, one of the most spectacular and significant engineering achievements of the last century.”
Colombia
Isla Parida, Panama
~ Kuba Rudolff, Destination Manager, Wind Star
FEATURED PORTS: Isla Parida, Panama: Windstar’s Signature Beach Party Located within a Nature Preserve of 50 islands, and part of Chiriqui Marine National Park, lovely Isla Parida boasts magnificent white-sand beaches and crystal clear waters that stay at 82 degrees year round. This amazing tropical escape is yours to enjoy for the day during Windstar’s Signature Beach Party, complete with a Costa Rica
SNORKEL WITH LEOPARD SHARKS and fish for marlin on our new Mexico itineraries. See the Panama Canal for the amazing engineering feat it truly is as you view the locks from below, rather than from above as you would on a large cruise ship. And get closer to the best wildlife-watching areas, like Bahia Drake where you’ll take a Zodiac ashore to access Corcovado National Park. When you need a break from adventure (if you ever do), relax on uninhabited white beaches and snorkel stunning reefs in Windstar-exclusive destinations like Panama’s Pearl Islands and Costa Rica’s Playa Flamingo. WHY WINDSTAR’S CENTRAL AMERICA: • Explore places few cruise lines go, like distant parts of the San Blas Islands and the beaches of Central America’s Caribbean coast • Get your feet wet as you wade ashore from the Zodiac 82 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
(a “wet landing”) onto deserted beaches and access remote wilderness areas • Be one of the first to experience Baja, the Sea of Cortez, and Southern Mexico’s Mayan ruins on a Windstar ship
• Spend a full day enjoying secluded Isla Parida during Windstar’s Signature Beach Party — a catered Robinson Crusoe affair complete with an island bar, water toys, volleyball, and a plentiful, mouthwatering buffet
• Make a daylight transit of the Panama Canal as a Canal historian shares incredible facts about its construction
Itineraries: 8 Ports visited: 33 10
Ships in the region: Star Legend, Star Breeze, Star Pride, Wind Star, Wind Surf Late nights in: Cartagena, Colombia; Oranjestad, Aruba; Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Panama Canal, Panama Whether you complete a full transit or pass through just one set of massive locks, you’ll discover the incredible engineering feat that makes
it possible for ships to travel between the Pacific Ocean and the shimmering waters of the Atlantic without going around Cape Horn. Your voyage happens in daylight hours and you can choose from numerous observation vantage points outside as well as comfortable indoor air-conditioned lounges. Expert onboard commentary enhances your journey as you watch the day-to-day workings of this bucket list experience.
FEATURED SHORE EXCURSIONS:
REGION SNAPSHOT
Countries visited:
delicious tropical feast. Spend time snorkeling or playing with water toys in the water, or explore inland where you’ll find hardwood trees like teak, mahogany, and eucalyptus, and fruit trees like mango, banana, and coconut that offer shade and the occasional fresh snack.
Balboa: Panama City & Miraflores Locks Learn about the construction of the Panama Canal at the Miraflores Museum and Visitor Center, then head to the sheltered terrace to see it in action — raising and lowering ships as your guide explains the process. You’ll discover how the canal has impacted Panama and the entire world, both in its
original form and with its recent expansion. Then continue to Casco Viejo, Panama City’s colonial quarter, to admire the lovely colonial houses and impressive churches from days gone by. Quepos: Santa Juana Rural Mountain Adventure Experience a unique piece of Costa Rican rural heritage in the farm village of Santa Juana. Explore a 1.5-mile nature trail as your guide shares knowledge
of this pristine sanctuary of flora and fauna where both the Rodeo and Paquita Rivers are born. Swim beneath the pristine waterfalls that feed the Rodeo River, fish for tilapia or explore the tropical gardens before enjoying an authentic Campesino (country) lunch in a typical village rancho, co-hosted by members of the local community.
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Monteverde Cloudforest, Costa Rica
Panama Canal
ADVENTURES IN PANAMA & COSTA RICA
COSTA RICA & PANAMA CANAL
PUERTO CALDERA TO COLÓN (or reverse) : 10 OR 11 DAYS
COLÓN TO PUERTO CALDERA (or reverse) : 7 DAYS
Experience the full majesty of Costa Rica and Panama’s natural and man-made wonders. Wiggle your toes in Panama’s white-sand beaches, world-famous Playa Flamingo beach, and the black sands of Bahia Herradura. Explore rainforests and cloudforests that are bastions of biodiversity. Transit the Panama Canal, appreciating its incredible scale and triumph of engineering.
Enjoy a daylight transit through the Panama Canal, one of the world’s most stunning feats of engineering, on a ship that lets you see it all. Hike through Manuel Antonio National Park in search of wildlife, and snorkel the blue waters of Isla Parida. This is a singular voyage of natural wonders and man-made marvels for those with a sense of adventure.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
• Onboard presentations from a Costa Rican Naturalist throughout your cruise
• Find an opportunity to view the plentiful marine life surrounding Isla Parida
• Take a voyage that encompasses the entire region from the tropical dry forest to the tropical rainforest to bustling Panama City
• Be on deck for daylight transit of the Panama Canal, one of the greatest feats of 20th century engineering
• See the coastline beauty of Golfo Dulce’s rainforest flora and tropical creatures like monkeys and sloths
• Grab your camera for a walk through Manuel Antonio National Park looking for the variety of wildlife there and in Corcovado National Park, home of endangered Scarlet Macaws
Caribbean Sea Playa Flamingo
Puerto Caldera Bahia Herradura
COSTA RICA
Panama Canal
Colón
Balboa
(Fuerte Amador)
Quepos
(Manuel Antonio National Park)
PANAMA
Bahía Drake
(Corcovado National Park)
Golfo Dulce (Puerto Jimenez)
Pacific Ocean
Isla Parida
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Pearl Islands
ITINERARY Day 1 Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica Day 2
Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
Day 3
Bahia Herradura, Costa Rica
Day 4
Day 9
Pearl Islands, Panama
Day 10
Fuerte Amador (Balboa), Panama
Day 11
Transit Panama Canal
Quepos (Manuel Antonio National Park), Costa Rica
Day 12
Colón, Panama
Day 5
Bahia Drake (Corcovado National Park), Costa Rica
DEPARTURE DATES
Day 6
Puerto Jimenez (Golfo Dulce), Costa Rica
Day 7
Isla Parida, Panama
Day 8
At Sea
Wind Star: Dec 22, 2018; Jan 2 *; Mar 2 *, 2019 Star Pride: Nov 27 *, 2019 = Reverse Route *10-day reverse itinerary does not visit Playa Flamingo.
Star Breeze February 16, 2019
• Attend onboard presentations from a Costa Rican Naturalist throughout your cruise
• Appreciate this engineering feat with daylight transit of the Panama Canal
• Explore the beaches and wildlife of Manuel Antonio National Park
• Discover the remote and pristine coastlines of Panama and Costa Rica
• Find the coastline beauty of Golfo Dulce’s rainforest flora and fauna
• Savor the delicious spreads of both Windstar’s Signature Onboard Barbecue and Signature Beach Party to tantalize your taste buds
• Don’t miss an opportunity to view the plentiful marine life surrounding Isla Parida
Caribbean Sea
Puerto Caldera
COSTA RICA
Quepos
(Manuel Antonio National Park)
Panama Canal
Balboa
ITINERARY Day 1 Colón, Panama Day 2
Transit Panama Canal
Day 3
Fuerte Amador (Balboa), Panama
Day 4
At Sea
Day 5
Isla Parida, Panama
Day 6
Puerto Jimenez (Golfo Dulce), Costa Rica
Day 7
Quepos (Manuel Antonio National Park), Costa Rica
Day 8
Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
(Fuerte Amador)
Colón
PANAMA Golfo Dulce (Puerto Jimenez)
Pacific Ocean
Isla Parida
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Breeze: Dec 22 , 29, 2018; Jan 5 , 12, 19 , 26; Feb 2 ; 9, 16 , 2019 Wind Star: Jan 19, 26 ; Feb 2, 16; Dec 7, 14 , 21, 28 , 2019; Jan 4, 11 , 18, 25 ; Feb 1, 8 , 15, 22 , 29; Mar 7 , 2020 Star Legend: Oct 19, 2019 Star Pride: Dec 7 , 14, 21 , 28, 2019; Jan 4 , 11, 18 , 25; Feb 1 , 8, 15 , 2020 = Reverse Route
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NEW
NEW Cartagena, Colombia
Baja
FISHING FOR THE SEA OF CORTEZ
IN THE WAKE OF THE SPANISH ARMADAS
SAN DIEGO TO PUERTO VALLARTA : 7 DAYS
ARUBA TO COLÓN : 9 DAYS
Follow in the wake of John Steinbeck and Jacques Cousteau as you explore the charismatic Baja peninsula and wildliferich Sea of Cortez. Called the “aquarium of the world,” these waters are home to all manner of marine life. Fish for trophy-size marlin and tuna. Swim with wild dolphins and sea lions. Shop for Baja hoodies in sleepy mission towns and take a 4x4 high into the Sierra Madre mountains to swim at secluded waterfalls. In between adventures, sample delicious Baja Med cuisine, sip local Valle de Guadalupe wines, and enjoy the unblemished natural wonders all around you.
Bougainvillea-covered balconies, jungles teeming with wildlife, one of the most brazen engineering feats in human history … there’s more treasure here than the Spanish ever dreamed of. Step back in time to Spain’s colonial heyday in Cartagena and Santa Marta, where museums glitter with pre-Colombian gold and jewelers display fresh-from-themine emeralds. Join the birds in the rainforest canopy and caimans in thick mangroves. Relive history as you transit part of the Panama Canal, enormous locks gaping above you and Lake Gatun spread out below. Dine alfresco beneath a colony of stars and toast the perfect antidote to winter.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Follow in the wake of John Steinbeck and Jacques Cousteau as you explore the Baja peninsula’s historic mission towns and wildlife-rich Sea of Cortez
• Salsa both ways with fresh salsa and salsa dancing in Cabo San Lucas
• Snorkel with some of the most amazing marine life including leopard sharks and rays along the way from San Diego to the Sea of Cortez • Visit the Sea Turtle Sanctuary in Loreto
USA
Sea of Cortez
Pacific Ocean
La Paz
• Find some of the world’s best sport fishing in La Paz, Cabo San Lucas, San Diego, and Puerto Vallarta
• Discover all the Spanish treasure left behind, from the stippled walls of colonial forts to lush jungles, and then experience a partial transit of the Panama Canal
• Visit the home of Simon Bolivar, “The Liberator,” in Santa Marta
• Shop the quaint cobblestone center of Puerto Vallarta or discover the exotic tropical vegetation
• Take a carriage ride through Old Town Cartagena, redolent of colonial days
• Monuments to see in Colón include the Christopher Columbus statue, Christ the Redeemer statue, and Virgin Mary statue, Shell Monument, Aspinwall Monument, and Monument of the Students’ Revolution
ITINERARY Day 1 San Diego, California
San Diego
Loreto
Cabo San Lucas
Puerto Vallarta
MEXICO
Gulf of Mexico
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
DEPARTURE DATE
• View the port and fortresses of Cartagena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Find Fort Zoutman, the oldest structure on Aruba
Day 9
Partial Transit Panama Canal/Gatun Lake
Day 10
Colón, Panama
Days 2/3 At Sea
ITINERARY Day 1 Oranjestad, Aruba
Day 4
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Day 2
At Sea
Day 5
La Paz, Mexico
Day 3
Santa Marta, Colombia
Day 4
Cartagena, Colombia
DEPARTURE DATE
Day 5
At Sea
Wind Surf: Feb 1, 2020
Day 6
Bocas del Toro, Panama
Day 7
Puerto Moin, Costa Rica
Day 8
At Sea
Day 6
Loreto, Mexico
Day 7
At Sea
Day 8
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Star Legend: Oct 4, 2019
Aruba
Caribbean Sea
(Oranjestad)
Puerto Moin
COSTA RICA
Santa Marta
Colón PANAMA
Cartagena COLOMBIA
Bocas del Toro Gatun Lake/Panama Canal
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Panama hats
Roatan, Honduras
MAYAN LEGACIES COLÓN TO COZUMEL : 8 DAYS West of the well-traveled Caribbean, even further west than the Cayman Islands and ABC Islands, lies a handful of scattered cays and mainland ports that combine Caribbean charm with Latin appeal. This is where you’ll find the Mayan legacy of Chacchoben. Where you’ll see chalk-white beaches and rainbow-hued corals, shimmering underground waterfalls, and howler monkeys swinging through the rainforest canopy. And where only small ships like Wind Surf give you access to tiny unspoiled islands like Isla San Andres.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Explore the uncommon Caribbean along the Gulf of Honduras discovering unspoiled beaches and ancient Mayan temples peeking over the rainforest canopy
• Snorkel or dive Chankanaab, an eco-park surrounding a Cozumel lagoon that offers underwater caverns, home to dolphins, manatees, and sea turtles
• Snorkel the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef from Costa Maya
• Visit the howler monkey sanctuary in Belize
• Swim and snorkel with puffer fish and sea turtles at Isla San Andrés, part of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
• Take a guided nature walk through Roatan’s Big French Key Beach
MEXICO
ITINERARY Day 1 Colón, Panama
Cozumel Costa Maya Belize City
BELIZE
Caribbean Sea
Isla San Andrés Bocas del Toro
Bocas del Toro, Panama
Day 3
Isla San Andrés, Colombia
Days 4/5 At Sea
Roatán HONDURAS
Day 2
Colón
Day 6
Roatan, Honduras
Day 7
Belize City, Belize
Day 8
Costa Maya, Mexico
Day 9
Cozumel, Mexico
DAY 1 • Colón, Panama
Day 7 • Belize City, Belize
Colón has always been a gatekeeper. First for the railroad built to transport people across the Isthmus on their way to the California Gold Rush, then later for the Panama Canal. Today it’s your gateway to adventures on the elegant Wind Surf. Arrive early and visit the Miraflores Locks or Portobelo-San Lorenzo, a UNESCO-designated cluster of Spanish forts that once guarded the Caribbean side of the Isthmus.
Mayan ruins and cave tubing are classics here, of course. (There are approximately 1,000 Mayan ruins in the country.) But there’s much more going on in Belize. Compare pipes at the howler monkey sanctuary. Swim in the sapphire waters of St. Herman’s Blue Hole or snorkel with manatees, sting rays, turtles, and more off Caye Caulker. Spend a day falling in love with Ambergris Caye just as Madonna did in her song La Isla Bonita.
Day 2 • Bocas del Toro, Panama
Day 8 • Costa Maya, Mexico
A lively kaleidoscope of West Indies, Latino, and Gringo cultures embrace the relaxed Caribbean vibe. Not far from town is the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, as well as two national parks, Isla Bastimentos and La Amistad, and many banana plantations.
Rent a bicycle and explore the Mahahual fishing village. Explore some of the lesser-known Mayan ruins of the Yucatan, or the Spanish fortress at Bacalar. Go deep sea fishing, snorkel the reef, or indulge in adventures from ziplining and dune buggy tours to wildlife tours and glass-bottom boat rides. It’s a perfect day, designed by you.
Day 3 • Isla San Andrés, Colombia It’s a rare privilege to call at this tiny seahorse-shaped island — a privilege reserved for small ships like ours. As part of a UNESCO World Biosphere Preserve, the island is in the Caribbean’s secondlargest coral reserve with more than 50 species on display. That, combined with crystal clear waters, makes it a snorkeling and diving paradise.
DEPARTURE DATE
Days 4/5 • At Sea
Wind Surf: Feb 10, 2020
Day 6 • Roatan, Honduras
Day 9 • Cozumel, Mexico If time allows, head to Tulum or the San Gervasio Mayan Archaeological Site. Or just pick the perfect spot of beach and enjoy the turquoise waters until your flight.
This could easily be another beach-snorkeling-diving day since the island is entirely surrounded by a luscious shallow reef. But it could just as easily be a see-the-iguanas day at the Iguana Park, a get-to-knowthe-Garifuna-people day in Punta Gorda, or an eat-baleadas-anddrink-cold-Salva-Vidas day in West End. There are no wrong choices.
PANAMA
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NEW
NEW
Oaxaca-style quesadilla
SOUTHERN MEXICO: FISH TALES & MAYAN TRAILS
San Blas, Panama
THE SPANISH MAIN: RISE OF THE NEW WORLD COLÓN TO SAN JUAN (or reverse) : 7 DAYS
PUERTO VALLARTA TO PUERTO CALDERA : 8 DAYS Mexico’s southern coast is known for its beauty, its ruins, and its cuisines. Enjoy all three as you make your way south from Puerto Vallarta through regions rich with indigenous cultures and natural abundance. Ride an ATV along lush jungle trails in Manzanillo. Try your hand at cooking Oaxaca style in Huatulco. Explore the mysterious Mayan ruins of Izapa from Puerto Chiapas. This voyage is a treat for the senses. Come indulge them all.
History buffs, beach bums, and xenophiles will all find something to celebrate on this unique itinerary to Central America and the Caribbean. Discover the uninhabited tropical islands and friendly Guna Yala villagers of the San Blas Islands. Step back in time to the days of the Spanish Empire as you visit four of the oldest cities in the Americas. Explore forts pockmarked by time and cannon balls. Encounter pirate lore as you dive the wreck of Captain Kidd’s ship off Isla Catalina. And relive it all over mofongo and rum in Old San Juan.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Colonial architecture, Mayan ruins, and sport fishing form the perfect backdrop to the mouthwatering cuisines of Southern Mexico
• Snorkel the marine-life-filled waters of UNESCO World Heritage Site Playas del Coco
• Discover the Izapa Mayan ruins in Puerto Chiapas
• Relax on the beautiful beach at Huatulco or observe crocodiles in their natural habitat
ITINERARY Day 1 Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
Gulf of Mexico
MEXICO
Puerto Vallarta Manzanillo Huatulco
Pacific Ocean
Playas del Coco
Puerto Chiapas
COSTA RICA
Bahia Herradura
Puerto Caldera
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Day 2
Manzanillo, Colima, Mexico
Day 3
At Sea
Day 4
Huatulco, Oaxaca, Mexico
Day 5
Puerto Chiapas, Mexico
Day 6
At Sea
Day 7
Playas del Coco, Costa Rica
Day8
Bahia Herradura, Costa Rica
Day 9
Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
• Explore the Spanish Main by small ship, going where larger ships can’t and exploring colonial towns that harken back to the New World’s beginnings
• Inhale the aroma and savor the flavor of fresh Colombian coffee accompanied by fresh-caught seafood in Cartagena
• Visit the Guna Indians in their village in the San Blas Islands – a small ship exclusive
DEPARTURE DATES
Day 2
Cayo Holandes, San Blas Islands, Panama
Star Pride: Nov 20, 2019 *
Isla Catalina
Day 3
Cartagena, Colombia
Caribbean Sea
Day 4
Santa Marta, Colombia
Day 5
At Sea
Day 6
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Day 7
Isla Catalina, Dominican Republic
Day 8
San Juan, Puerto Rico
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Cayo Holandes
PANAMA Pacific Ocean
Colón
San Juan
PUERTO RICO
Santo Domingo
• Late night departures in Cartagena and Santo Domingo give you extra time to explore these lovely venues
ITINERARY Day 1 Colón, Panama
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Legend: Oct 11, 2019
• Find yourself in two of the New World’s UNESCO cities — Santo Domingo and San Juan
Santa Marta Cartagena COLOMBIA
Star Legend: Oct 26, 2019 = Reverse Route *Nov 20 departure will not visit Cayo Holandes.
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GOING BEYOND THE SEA :: ENHANCE YOUR TRAVEL WITH AN IMMERSIVE TOUR A D D A L A N D T O U R T O YO U R J O U R N E Y and have the time to truly explore the unspoiled rainforests, outstanding wildlife sanctuaries, and spectacular bird-watching that this rich tropical region has to offer. Whichever Windstar Land Tour you choose, rest assured that every detail of the itinerary has been thoroughly vetted for quality and curated to show you all the bucket list worthy destinations in the region to make the most of your time there. Immerse yourself in the experience of your choice, free of any logistical concerns. Costa Rica Land Tours include all of the necessary hotel/port/airport transfers to get you conveniently to your destinations.
Aruba Resplendent quetzal
Costa Rica
River turtle
TROPICAL ESCAPE THROUGH THE PANAMA CANAL ARUBA TO PUERTO CALDERA (or reverse) : 10 OR 11 DAYS This cruise through the Panama Canal and primeval splendors offers the freedom to see and experience far more under the sun. On the Pacific side you’ll learn about unique rainforest wildlife and biodiversity from expert local naturalists in remote, pristine reserves like Isla Parida, Panama, and Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Enjoy a daylight transit of the Panama Canal highlighted by an onboard expert
• Explore Golfo Dulce, one of Costa Rica’s most biodiverse areas • Take a nature walk through Manuel Antonio National Park looking for the many species of wildlife living there
• See the famous divi-divi trees in Aruba, all pointing west from the trade winds
• Indulge your taste buds at Windstar’s Signature Beach Party on secluded Isla Parida
• Visit Colón’s vast Free Trade Zone for tax-free shopping
Puerto Caldera
ITINERARY Day 1 Oranjestad, Aruba
Caribbean Sea
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Cartagena, Colombia
Day 4
At Sea
COSTA RICA
Day 5
Colón, Panama
PANAMA
Day 6
Transit Panama Canal
Day 7
Pearl Islands, Panama
Day 8
At Sea
Day 9
Isla Parida, Panama
Quepos
Aruba
Colón
(Manuel Antonio National Park)
(Oranjestad)
Panama Canal
Cartagena
Golfo Dulce (Puerto Jimenez)
Pearl Islands
Isla Parida Gulf of Panama
COLOMBIA
Day 10
Puerto Jimenez (Golfo Dulce), Costa Rica
Day 11
Quepos (Manuel Antonio National Park), Costa Rica
Day 12
Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
ARENAL LAND TOUR
TORTUGUERO LAND TOUR
3 DAYS : 2 NIGHTS
5 DAYS : 4 NIGHTS
Don’t miss an opportunity to explore this stunning private biological reserve that is one of the best examples of sustainable tourism in the world. Hike through the Monteverde Cloudforest in this wildlife sanctuary and learn about local culture on a fascinating sugar mill tour.
The imposing Arenal Volcano is a mustsee for visitors to Costa Rica. And the scenic surrounding area is full of bountiful sights, sounds, and activities. You will have the opportunity of a bird’s-eye view over the biologically diverse rainforest and lunch at a local restaurant.
Costa Rica’s gorgeous waterways offer a uniquely intimate nature study. A private journey through the canals of Tortuguero (or “Land of Turtles”) allows you to get within a whisper of leatherback and green turtle nesting sites †.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Sugar mill tour with a local family and learn to process sugar • Guided hike through the Monteverde Cloudforest Reserve • 2 nights at Ficus Hotel or similar • 2 Breakfasts and 1 Lunch
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Star: Dec 11, 2018; Mar 12 *, 2019 Star Breeze: Dec 12†, 2018 = Reverse Route *Mar 12 does not visit Cartagena. 10-day itinerary does not visit Golfo Dulce.
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MONTEVERDE LAND TOUR 3 DAYS : 2 NIGHTS
• Guided nature walk through Nectandra Garden • Sky tram to the Arenal Volcano Reserve • Zipline through the rainforest • 2 nights at Tabacon Resort & Spa Hotel, or similar • 2 Breakfasts and 1 Lunch
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Naturalist guided river tour of Tortuguero to search for turtles, Howler monkeys, and river otters • Entrance to Tortuguero Town and the Turtle Museum • Naturalist guided hike of Braulio Carrillo National Park’s 600 species of trees and 530 species of birds • 2 nights at the Costa Rica Marriott Hotel • 2 nights at Pachira Lodge, or similar • 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, and 2 Dinners
Enjoy a Land Tour before or after select sailings on these itineraries:*
• Tropical Escape Through the Panama Canal • Adventures in Panama & Costa Rica • Costa Rica & Panama Canal • Southern Mexico: Fish Tales & Mayan Trails
* Visit WindstarCruises.com for specific tour dates. † Turtle sightings are not guaranteed.
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C A RI B B E A N ANTILLES ISL AND HOPPING
98
BEST OF THE ABC ISLANDS
99
CARIBBEAN LEGENDS
NEW!
NEW!
THE CARIBBEAN’S PERFECT TEN
101
CLASSIC CARIBBEAN NEW!
102
D U T C H T R E AT S & S T E E L D R U M B E AT S
103
G E M S O F T H E L E E WA R D I S L A N D S
104
J E W E L S O F T H E W I N D WA R D I S L A N D S
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NEW!
LET YOUR SOUL DANCE
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L U S H & L O V E LY I S L A N D S O F T H E L E S S E R A N T I L L E S
106
SAINTS OF THE CARIBBEAN
107
SAN JUAN & THE VIRGIN ISL ANDS
108
NEW!
S TA R S O F T H E G R E AT E R A N T I L L E S
109
NEW!
SWEET SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN
110
NEW!
W I N D WA R D I S L A N D S S U R F & S U N S E T S
111
NEW!
W I N D WA R D WAY S & T O B A G O C AY S
112
NEW!
WINTER ANTILLES ESCAPE
113
YA C H T S M A N ’ S C A R I B B E A N
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CARIBBEAN DIVE AND SNORKELING PROGRAM
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S H H . T H E R E A R E S T I L L S E C R E T P L AC E S here that only yachtsmen know. Places where there’s only one beach bar in sight, closed if the proprietor decides to go spear fishing. Your Windstar ship has an uncanny ability to find places like this. Places where your day’s activities are timed by the rumble of your stomach, the drowsiness following a good swim, an iridescent sunset that heralds “sailor’s delight” on the morrow. But then, one glance at your itinerary already told you that.
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THE AUTHENTIC CARIBBEAN
WINDSTAR’S FAVORITE FIVE • St. Barthélemy • Jost Van Dyke • Bequia • Montserrat • St. Lucia
“My favorite port is the idyllic town of Les Saintes, located in the island group that makes up Guadeloupe in the French West Indies. It’s where the best of the Côte d’Azur meets the relaxed atmosphere of the Caribbean. Start your day with an espresso and a Tourment d’Amour, the signature local pastry, and contemplate how your day will unfold in this Caribbean gem.”
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Caribbean
~ Steve Millar, Destination Manager, Star Pride
Les Saintes, Guadeloupe
FEATURED PORTS: Virgin Gorda, BVI Here you’ll find the most exclusive resorts in the British Virgin Islands, lured by its other-worldly beauty. Our small ships give you rare access, maneuvering through the gap in the reef to North Sound — a secluded part of Virgin Gorda usually reserved for much smaller yachts. We’ll anchor just off Vixen Point on gorgeous Prickly Pear Island, a BVI National Park. Venture south to The Baths, a labyrinth
Virgin Gorda
IF YOU COULD DESIGN THE PERFECT ISL AND ITINER ARY it would look a lot like these. Ports of call would include tiny towns and hidden harbors known only to private yachts and small ships like ours. Schedules would allow for dropping the Watersports Platform in turquoise bays and raising sails on the way to your next island rendezvous. And the laid-back island vibe would continue on board with a mouthwatering Signature Onboard Barbecue by the pool. Best of all, on every cruise there would be one day that was even more special than the rest, when you land on a secluded beach for Windstar’s Signature Beach Party, elaborate buffet and watersports included. WHY WINDSTAR’S CARIBBEAN: • Visit ports reserved for small ships and private yachts like Mayreau, Bequia, Jost Van Dyke, and Virgin Gorda
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• Kayak, paddleboard or enjoy other water toys directly off the Watersports Platform on all itineraries • Enjoy Windstar’s Signature Beach Party and a Signature
Onboard Barbecue on every itinerary • Choose from 17 unique Caribbean itineraries ranging from Puerto Rico to Dominican Republic, Cartagena to Barbados
• Experience some of the best diving and snorkeling in the Caribbean, with your own personal snorkeling equipment for the duration of the cruise
Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines Life moves slowly in Bequia (pronounced BEKway), and the only ships in port are those small enough to anchor alongside the yachts and fishing boats in Admiralty Bay. The island was once an active whaling station, and
virtually every family has some connection to the sea. There’s just one town, Port Elizabeth, with goods that run more towards pottery, meticulously crafted model sailboats, and scrimshaw than duty-free items. Brush up on the island’s whaling tradition at the Whaling Museum or stop by the Hawksbill turtle sanctuary where a retired fisherman nurtures baby Hawksbills before releasing them in the sea.
FEATURED SHORE EXCURSIONS:
REGION SNAPSHOT Itineraries:
17
Ports visited:
37
Countries visited:
25
Ships in the region: Star Legend, Star Breeze, Star Pride, Wind Surf, Wind Star Late nights in: Jost Van Dyke, Martinique, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, St. Barthélemy, Bonaire, Grenada and more
of Rubenesque granite boulders surrounding beautiful whitesand beaches and turquoise grottoes. Or rest up for our Windstar Signature Beach Party on Prickly Pear Beach.
Kralendijk, Bonaire: Samur Sail, Beach & Snorkel Transfer by Zodiac to the Samur, an authentic Siamese Junk hand-carved with fantastic legends and sporting a traditional red sail. Head to the uninhabited island of Klein Bonaire as the Captain shares information about what you’ll find at the reef and the story about the Siamese Sailing Junk. Either snorkel from the beach or take the Zodiac to
Ebo’s Reef for a relaxing drift snorkel. Enjoy a rum punch or other beverage and some fresh tropical fruit on your way back to the ship. Little Bay, Montserrat: Buried City Tour Montserrat’s former capital of Plymouth was destroyed by a volcano in 1995. Get a bird’s-eye view of the Buried City from the destroyed Montserrat Spring Hotel. Then pop in to what was once the
first Museum in Montserrat before setting out through eerily empty villages where ruined buildings are covered in climbing plant life. View the still-growing mountain from the harbor before enjoying a Caribbean lunch of Calypso chicken, seasoned rice, and plantain fritters. Relax under the canopy of almond trees and sip on your rum punch as you contemplate the awesome power of Mother Nature.
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NEW Willemstad, Curaçao
Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
ANTILLES ISLAND HOPPING
BEST OF THE ABC ISLANDS
BARBADOS TO SAN JUAN : 7 DAYS
ARUBA TO BARBADOS : 7 DAYS
Trade your down-filled comforter for a bright beach towel during this weeklong cruise up the Windward and Leeward Islands. Whether you’re eager for new adventures or simply want a relaxing beach and a rum punch, this journey melts winter doldrums. Observe endangered Hawksbill sea turtles, paddle a glass-bottom kayak through the turquoise shallows, and relax at shimmering bays and beaches.
This is the Caribbean for those with a taste for something a bit more exotic. Colonial influences are still going strong here, from the “Little England” island of Barbados to still-very-Dutch Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao. Days ashore promise unexpected discoveries – a donkey sanctuary on Bonaire, underground rivers and caves in Barbados, a chocolate factory on Grenada, an artist colony on Curaçao. Beaches seem to shrug off the challenge of more northerly islands as they establish a standard of beauty all their own, swept by steady gust-free trade winds. And between each eventful island, there is time to savor your surroundings – both on shore and on the decks of your elegant ship.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Discover the magic of Harrison’s Cave and the UNESCO sites of Bridgetown
• Make time for a visit to Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park, a UNESCO site in lovely Basseterre
• Stand on deck for scenic cruising past the UNESCO World Heritage Site Pitons (volcanic spires) on St. Lucia
• Savor the beauty of scenic cruising around St. Vincent & the Grenadines
• Take a walk up Mount Pleasant and see the amazing view from Fort Hamilton on Bequia
• Save your appetite for Windstar’s Signature Beach Party with plenty of Caribbean flavors and spirit
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Find UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Bridgetown, Barbados and Willemstad, Curaçao
• Hike or trek the rainforest of Grand Etang National Park on Grenada
• Discover the underground wonderland of Harrison’s Cave in Barbados
• Snorkel around the Antilla shipwreck in Aruba, covered in coral formations and orange anemones
• Tour the nutmeg factory and chocolate farm on Grenada
San Juan
St. Barthélemy (Gustavia)
PUERTO RICO
Virgin Gorda St. Kitts
(Basseterre)
Castries, St. Lucia
Day 4
Les Saintes, Guadeloupe
Day 5
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Barbados
Day 6
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Day 7
Prickly Pear Beach, Virgin Gorda, BVI
Day 8
San Juan, Puerto Rico
(Bridgetown)
(Castries)
Bequia
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Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 3
(Les Saintes)
St. Lucia
Day 2
Atlantic Ocean
Guadeloupe Caribbean Sea
ITINERARY Day 1 Bridgetown, Barbados
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Pride: Jan 12, 26; Feb 9*, 23; Nov 13†, 2019
ITINERARY Day 1 Oranjestad, Aruba
Star Legend: Feb 22‡; Mar 7, 21, 2020 *Feb 9, 2019 departure visits St. Kitts and St. Barthélemy in reverse order. Nov 13, 2019 departure visits St. Maarten instead of St. Barthélemy.
†
• Experience some of the best diving and snorkeling in Bonaire’s marine sanctuary
Caribbean Sea
Barbados
Curaçao
Aruba
(Oranjestad)
(Bridgetown)
(Willemstad)
Bonaire
(Kralendijk)
Mayreau Grenada
(St. George’s)
Feb 22, 2020 departure visits Jost Van Dyke instead of St. Kitts, and visits ports in a slightly different order.
‡
Tobago
(Man-O-War Bay)
VENEZUELA
Day 2
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Day 3
Willemstad, Curaçao
Day 4
At Sea
Day 5
St. George’s, Grenada
Day 6
Man-O-War Bay, Charlotteville, Tobago
Day 7
Mayreau, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 8
Bridgetown, Barbados
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Breeze: Mar 2, 2019
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NEW Martinique
Montserrat
CARIBBEAN LEGENDS
THE CARIBBEAN’S PERFECT TEN
ST. MAARTEN TO BARBADOS : 7 DAYS
ST. MAARTEN TO ST. MAARTEN : 10 DAYS
Experience the perfect mix of traditional Caribbean charms and the delightfully unexpected. Stroll the seaside promenades of Antigua’s historic Nelson’s Dockyard and colorful St. George’s, Grenada — known as the most beautiful harbor in the Caribbean. Walk barefoot on crescent beaches in every shade of pink, white, and charcoal. Meet proud Carib Indians (Montserrat’s famously friendly residents) and see Monserrat, the modern-day Pompeii. Discover sea horses and trumpet fish dodging geothermal bubbles in Dominica, and an eerie underwater sculpture park in Grenada. Wake each morning thinking nothing could top the previous day, until it does.
Spend 10 perfect days among small island ports and uncrowded Caribbean coves. Opportunities for snorkelers, divers, and sunbathers to bask along sandy coastlines abound, but tantalizing inland excursions paired with delicious Caribbean cuisine in hidden harbors make for special stories only Windstar cruises can help tell.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Visit Montserrat (long known as the Caribbean’s Emerald Isle), the modern-day Pompeii of the Caribbean
• Enjoy the spice market and some of the best snorkeling around on Grenada, the Spice Island
• See the black-sand beaches and botanical gardens of Dominica
• The delicious spread of the Signature Onboard Barbecue will tantalize your taste buds
• Take a picture of the Piton’s two volcanic peaks, rising more than 2,400 feet to welcome you to St. Lucia
Anguilla (Road Bay)
Antigua
St. Maarten
(St. John’s)
(Philipsburg)
Atlantic Ocean
Montserrat
(Little Bay)
Caribbean Sea
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
Grenada
(St. George's)
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Dominica (Roseau)
Barbados (Bridgetown)
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Enjoy charming small ports like Mayreau, Bequia, Little Bay, and Les Saintes
• Indulge yourself at Windstar’s Signature Beach Party with plenty of Caribbean flavors and spirit to savor and share
• Discover Grand Etang National Park in Grenada
• Shop and dine in duty-free St. Maarten
• Take a rainforest hike in St. Lucia
• Kayak the soothing waters of Guadeloupe as you look for marine life
• Snorkel the marine life-filled waters of Bequia
• Discover the remote and pristine islands of the Caribbean
ITINERARY Day 1 Philipsburg, St. Maarten
DEPARTURE DATES
Day 2
Road Bay, Anguilla
Day 3
St. John’s, Antigua
*Mar 31 departure visits St. John’s and Little Bay in reverse order.
Day 4
Little Bay, Montserrat
Day 5
Roseau, Dominica
Day 6
Pigeon Island, St. Lucia
Day 7
St. George’s, Grenada
Day 8
Bridgetown, Barbados
Star Breeze: Mar 16, 31*, 2019
St. Barthélemy (Gustavia)
St. Maarten
(Philipsburg)
Montserrat
(Little Bay)
Guadeloupe (Les Saintes)
Atlantic Ocean
Dominica (Roseau)
Martinique
Caribbean Sea
ITINERARY Day 1 Philipsburg, St. Maarten Day 2
Little Bay, Montserrat
Day 3
Roseau, Dominica
Day 4
Castries, St. Lucia
Day 5
Mayreau, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 6
St. George’s, Grenada
Day 7
Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 8
Anse Mitan, Martinique
Day 9
Les Saintes, Guadeloupe
(Anse Mitan)
St. Lucia (Castries)
Grenada
(St. George's)
Bequia Mayreau
Day 10
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Day 11
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
DEPARTURE DATE
Wind Surf: Mar 30, 2019
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Caribbean grilled octopus
Kralendijk, Bonaire
CLASSIC CARIBBEAN
DUTCH TREATS & STEEL DRUM BEATS
ST. MAARTEN TO ST. MAARTEN : 7 DAYS
ST. MAARTEN TO COLÓN (or reverse) : 11 DAYS
From the stunning drama of the Pitons to the captivating charm of Les Saintes. From hidden coves and secret beaches to exotic markets and lively cafés. Here’s the best of the Caribbean in one single voyage. Sandy beaches, turquoise waters, lush mountains, and beautiful waterfalls blend with the music, tastes, and joie de vivre unique to the Caribbean life.
Pastel Dutch colonial towns, long-legged pink flamingos, turquoise grottoes … everywhere you turn, the colors of the Caribbean catch your eye. Watch cliff divers leap into sapphire waters from St. Barts’ pink seashell beach, Anse de Grands Galets. Snorkel with blue tangs, iridescent parrotfish, and butterfly fish over the reefs of Bonaire. Ride a horse and carriage past bougainvillea-covered balconies in Cartagena. Each new port is a fresh canvas for your memories.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Anchor alongside the pristine beaches of Pigeon Island’s 40-acre national park and explore at your leisure
• Embrace the island life on St. Kitts’ one-of-a-kind Shipwreck Beach
• Discover St. Lucia’s UNESCO site when you see the twin Pitons rising majestically from the turquoise sea • Savor the distinctive French charm of enchanting Les Saintes
• Enjoy the unspoiled paradise of Barbuda, with its pink beaches and soaring frigate birds
ITINERARY Day 1 Philipsburg, St. Maarten
St. Maarten (Philipsburg)
St. Barthélemy (Gustavia)
Barbuda
St. Kitts
(Basseterre)
Guadeloupe (Les Saintes)
Caribbean Sea
Dominica (Roseau)
Atlantic Ocean
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
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• Let yourself go – at Windstar’s Signature Beach Party, where the Caribbean spirit is in full swing
Day 2
Barbuda
Day 3
Roseau, Dominica
Day 4
Pigeon Island, St. Lucia
Day 5
Les Saintes, Guadeloupe
Day 6
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Day 7
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Day 8
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
• Dutch treats and Spanish treasure highlight this trip through the Southern Caribbean
• View the UNESCO World Heritage Site port and fortresses of Cartagena
• Take a relaxing soak in the natural bathing pools of The Baths of Virgin Gorda
• Find the Hato Caves on Curaçao with their fancifully named stalactites and stalagmites
• Tour the brightly colored town center of Willemstad, a UNESCO site
• Celebrate with the locals at Oranjestad’s Bon Bini Festival, held every Tuesday featuring local food music and dance
• Dive and snorkel at Bonaire’s National Marine Park, home to more than 340 fish species
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Surf: Nov 24; Dec 8, 22, 2018; Jan 5, 19; Feb 2, 16; Mar 2, 16; Dec 14*, 28†, 2019; Feb 29; Mar 14, 28, 2020 *Dec 14, 2019 departure visits St. Kitts and St. Barthélemy in reverse order. Dec 28, 2019 departure includes Montserrat and Martinique instead of Barbuda and Dominica, and visits ports in different order. †
St. Barthélemy
Virgin Gorda
(Gustavia)
St. Maarten (Philipsburg)
Aruba
(Oranjestad)
Caribbean Sea
PANAMA
Cartagena COLOMBIA
Day 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Day 11
At Sea
Day 2
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Day 12
Colón, Panama
Day 3
Prickly Pear Beach, Virgin Gorda, BVI
Days 4/5 At Sea
Curaçao
(Willemstad)
Bonaire
(Kralendijk)
Colón
ITINERARY Day 1 Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Day 6
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Day 7
Willemstad, Curaçao
Day 8
Oranjestad, Aruba
Day 9
At Sea
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Star: Nov 26, 2019; Mar 14 *, 2020 = Reverse Route *Mar 14 reverse itinerary does not visit Bonaire.
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Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
GEMS OF THE LEEWARD ISLANDS
JEWELS OF THE WINDWARD ISLANDS
SAN JUAN TO SAN JUAN : 10 DAYS
BARBADOS TO BARBADOS : 7 DAYS
By departing from magical San Juan instead of from Florida, your Caribbean cruise vacation begins earlier, on day one. And with 10 days instead of the usual 7, you have time to take the full measure of this most iconic part of the Caribbean. Everywhere you look is another cover shot image. Dazzling white sand turns the shallows mesmerizing shades of peacock and mermaid, weathered fortresses point cannons at long-vanished schooners, natural pools warm gently under the mid-day sun. On your private ship, you’re equally at home in exclusive harbors and anchored off barefoot beaches, so you can see it all. Snorkel or dive on vibrant coral reefs. Follow your siren inland to rainforest adventures or delightful boutiques. Thank your lucky Star Pride for bringing you here.
This is the Caribbean of days gone by – deep blue waters, quiet coves, and tropical islands dotted with powdery beaches and lush green hillsides. Sail from the rugged natural beauty of St. Lucia to little-known isles that are off the tourist radar. From colorful Bequia and Mayreau in St. Vincent & the Grenadines to the open-air markets of exotic St. George’s, you’ll discover a part of the Caribbean that remains authentic and unspoiled. This is everything that makes the Caribbean synonymous with paradise.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Enjoy the beachside resorts and national park on St. Lucia
• Make time for a visit to Grand Etang National Park on Grenada
• Delve into the history of pirates and colonists in San Juan
• Let the Bubbly Pool on Jost Van Dyke wash your cares away
• In Anse Mitan visit Pagerie Habitation, where Empress Josephine lived as a child
• Savor the beauty of scenic cruising around St. Vincent & the Grenadines
• On Antigua explore Nelson’s Dockyard, the only Georgian dockyard in the world
• Cruise past the stunning emerald Pitons (volcanic spires) on St. Lucia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Walk up Mount Pleasant and see the amazing view from Fort Hamilton on Bequia
• Indulge yourself at Windstar’s Signature Beach Party with plenty of Caribbean flavors and spirit to savor and share
• Absorb the distinctive French charm of enchanting Les Saintes
• Mingle with the glitterati in St. Barts
San Juan
Atlantic Ocean
Jost Van Dyke
St. Barthélemy (Gustavia)
PUERTO RICO
Antigua
Vieques
(Falmouth Harbour)
Virgin Gorda Caribbean Sea
Guadaloupe (Les Saintes)
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
Grenada
(St. George’s)
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ITINERARY Day 1 San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 10
Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke, BVI
Day 11
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 2
Vieques, Puerto Rico
Day 3
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Day 4
Falmouth Harbour, Antigua
DEPARTURE DATE
Day 5
Les Saintes, Guadeloupe
Star Pride: Mar 9, 2019
Day 6
Pigeon Island, St. Lucia
Day 7
St. George’s, Grenada
Day 8
At Sea
Day 9
Prickly Pear Beach, Virgin Gorda, BVI
ITINERARY Day 1 Bridgetown, Barbados
Martinique (Anse Mitan)
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
Atlantic Ocean
St. Lucia
Barbados
(Castries)
(Bridgetown)
Caribbean Sea
Bequia
Mayreau Grenada
(St. George’s)
Route line is approximate
Day 2
Anse Mitan, Martinique
Day 3
Pigeon Island, St. Lucia
Day 4
Castries, St. Lucia
Day 5
St. George’s, Grenada
Day 6
Mayreau, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 7
Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 8
Bridgetown, Barbados
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Breeze: Apr 7, 2019 Wind Surf: Jan 18, 2020* *Jan 18, 2020 departure visits ports in a different order.
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NEW Pitons, St. Lucia
Dominican hummingbird
LUSH & LOVELY ISLANDS OF THE LESSER ANTILLES
SAINTS OF THE CARIBBEAN
ST. MAARTEN TO BARBADOS : 7 DAYS
Rest your eyes on scenes straight out of your favorite pirate movies as Star Breeze explores the Leeward and Windward Islands. Watch the dramatic twin Pitons grow as you approach St. Lucia. Explore the natural pools and smooth granite boulders of Virgin Gorda’s The Baths. Jump off the Watersports Platform into the warm azure waters of St. Barts. Explore weathered stone fortresses, Victorian gingerbread, Creole cafés, and all the amenities of your lovely ship.
BARBADOS TO ST. MAARTEN : 7 or 8 DAYS
Enjoy the perfect mix of must-see Caribbean towns and harbors off the beaten path as you cruise and sail the royal beauties of the Lesser Antilles islands. Explore colonial history in pastel waterfronts, weathered forts, and former sugar plantations. See the Caribbean at its most wild and beautiful on Dominica, St. Lucia, and St. Kitts. Join the jetsetters on St. Barts, and make a rare visit to Montserrat, the “Pompeii of the Caribbean.” And everywhere you go, find delicious white beaches that turn rose and orange under Caribbean sunsets.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Cruise the Caribbean in style on our flagship sailing yacht, Wind Surf, visiting Caribbean classics like Philipsburg and Bridgetown and lessvisited destinations like Deshaies and Montserrat • Stroll through uncrowded, peaceful Montserrat, the modern-day Pompeii of the Caribbean
St. Barthélemy (Gustavia)
St. Maarten
Montserrat
(Philipsburg)
(Little Bay)
St. Kitts
Guadeloupe
(Basseterre)
(Deshaies)
Dominica (Roseau)
Caribbean Sea
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
Barbados (Bridgetown)
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• Discover lovely Deshaies with the deepest bay in the Caribbean • See the unspoiled natural landscape, black-sand beaches, and botanical gardens of Dominica • Take a picture of the Piton’s two volcanic peaks, a UNESCO site rising more than 2,400 feet on St. Lucia
ITINERARY Day 1 Philipsburg, St. Maarten Day 2
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Take your binoculars up Mount Pleasant for a spectacular view of Bequia’s Admiral Bay
• See The Baths, Virgin Gorda’s famous caves, rocks, boulders, and natural pools
• Experience the excitement and bustle of a small Caribbean capital in Basseterre
• Save your appetite for the delicious spread of both Windstar’s Signature Onboard Barbecue and Windstar’s Signature Beach Party
• Enjoy a long beach day and water sports in St. Barts, long the haunt of the rich
• Pick up tempting souvenirs at the pastel-colored buildings and shops of Philipsburg
DEPARTURE DATE
Wind Surf: Jan 11, 2020
St. Maarten
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Day 3
Little Bay, Montserrat
Day 4
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Day 5
Deshaies, Guadeloupe
Day 6
Roseau, Dominica
Day 7
Pigeon Island, St. Lucia
Day 8
Bridgetown, Barbados
Day 2
Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 3
Castries, St. Lucia
(Les Saintes)
Day 4
Les Saintes, Guadeloupe
Atlantic Ocean
Day 5
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Day 6
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Day 7
Prickly Pear Beach, Virgin Gorda, BVI
(Philipsburg)
St. Barthélemy (Gustavia)
Virgin Gorda Jost Van Dyke
ITINERARY Day 1 Bridgetown, Barbados
St. Kitts
(Basseterre)
Caribbean Sea
St. Lucia
(Castries)
Bequia
Guadeloupe
Barbados (Bridgetown)
Day 8
Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke, BVI
Day 9
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Breeze: Mar 9*, 23, 2019 *7-day itinerary does not visit Jost Van Dyke.
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NEW
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Blue Lagoon, Jamaica
SAN JUAN & THE VIRGIN ISLANDS
STARS OF THE GREATER ANTILLES
SAN JUAN TO SAN JUAN : 7 DAYS
COZUMEL TO ST. MAARTEN : 11 DAYS
Begin and end your journey where Old World meets New, in historic San Juan, littered with more than 400 restored Spanish colonial buildings. As you continue on this bewitching Caribbean cruise through the Virgin Islands, no two days are alike. One day, you’re shopping chic French boutiques for the latest fashions from Paris. On another, snorkeling a secluded cove known only to lucky yachtsmen – like you. Skip more common and commercial ports like St. Thomas in favor of less-visited destinations like Montserrat. Bypass the major cruise terminals in favor of exclusive marinas and anchorages on this Caribbean cruise. And as guests on larger cruise ships take an excursion from Tortola to reach tiny Jost Van Dyke, your elegant ship is already there.
Cruise through the Greater Antilles discovering magical places that fell off the map and tiny gems that were never on it in the first place. Skip the crowds of Montego Bay and Ocho Rios and head instead for the silver screen beauty of Port Antonio, “discovered” by Errol Flynn and then long forgotten. Enjoy the retro-Caribbean vibe of Cayman Brac and the undersea wonderland of Isla Catalina. Sink into the sand on perfect white beaches, dive to pirate shipwrecks, swim beneath waterfalls wrapped in jungle, and fall in love with a Caribbean you didn’t know still existed.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Admire the incredible views from El Morro’s 16th century ramparts, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in San Juan
• Mingle with the glitterati in St. Barts
• Learn all about the pirates’ favorite grog
• Discover a town swallowed by a volcano during a rare visit to Montserrat
• Go for a hike in Puerto Rico’s El Yunque National Rainforest
• Let the Bubbly Pool on Jost Van Dyke wash your cares away
Atlantic Ocean
Jost Van Dyke
San Juan
Virgin Gorda
(Philipsburg)
St. Barthélemy
PUERTO RICO
(Gustavia)
Vieques
Montserrat Caribbean Sea
St. Maarten
(Little Bay)
ITINERARY Day 1 San Juan, Puerto Rico Day 2
Vieques, Puerto Rico
Day 3
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Day 4
Little Bay, Montserrat
Day 5
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Day 6
Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke, BVI
Day 7 Day 8
Prickly Pear Beach, Virgin Gorda, BVI San Juan, Puerto Rico
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • See Jamaica beyond the crowded cruise ports, head off the map to Cayman Brac, and spend a day snorkeling the gorgeous waters of Isla Catalina
• Take the path down to the white-sand beaches framed by giant boulders and bright turquoise waters of Virgin Gorda’s renowned The Baths
• Search for the endangered Cayman Brac parrot at the Parrot Reserve
• Peer into the world-famous bottomless Blue Lagoon of Jamaica
• Visit Santo Domingo’s botanical garden, the largest in the Caribbean
• Swim and handfeed stingrays at Grand Cayman’s Stingray City • Find sea turtles at Palancar and Colombia Reefs in Cozumel
ITINERARY Day 1 Cozumel, Mexico
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Pride: Nov 10, 24; Dec 8, 22, 2018; Mar 2, 2019 Star Legend: Nov 2, 16, 30; Dec 14, 28, 2019; Jan 11, 25; Feb 8, 2020
Cozumel
Isla Mujeres
Virgin Gorda Cayman Brac St. Maarten Isla Catalina
MEXICO JAMAICA Grand Cayman (Georgetown)
Port Antonio
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Santo Domingo
Caribbean Sea
(Philipsburg)
Day 9
Isla Catalina, Dominican Republic
Day 10
At Sea
Day 2
Isla Mujeres, Mexico
Day 3
At Sea
Day 11
Day 4
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
Prickly Pear Beach, Virgin Gorda, BVI
Day 12
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Day 5
Cayman Brac
Day 6
Port Antonio, Jamaica
DEPARTURE DATE
Day 7
At Sea
Wind Surf: Feb 18, 2020
Day 8
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
May visit ports in a slightly different order.
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NEW
NEW Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Caribbean cocoa beans
SWEET SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN
WINDWARD ISLANDS SURF & SUNSETS
BARBADOS TO ARUBA (or reverse) : 7 DAYS This memorable journey offers a delicious range of options for vacationers seeking a rich variety of activities. Snorkel among rays, batfish, and sea turtles in the clear waters, satiate your sweet tooth with a delicious tour about the cultivation of essential spices like cocoa and nutmeg, or regional dishes like rice and peas, slow-roasted Pernil and spicy jerk chicken.
SAN JUAN TO SAN JUAN : 7 DAYS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
Star Pride December 15, 2018
Revel in seven days of surf, sand, and sunsets during this leisurely cruise up and down the Caribbean’s Windward Islands. Swim among sea turtles and glide above dazzling coral reefs. Then clip into a zipline and hang on as colorful wild birds rush by your head as you glide through the rainforest canopy.
• Overnight in Bonaire with extra time for diving and snorkeling
• Make time for a scenic drive to Harrison’s Cave in Bridgetown
• See the famous divi-divi trees in Aruba, all pointing west from the trade winds
• Inhale the delightful aromas of St. George’s spice markets
• Walk up Mount Pleasant with a spectacular view of Bequia’s Admiral Bay
• Enjoy some of the best snorkeling around in the deep blue waters of Guadeloupe
• Find secluded privacy on one of the many Mayreau beaches or play with the watersport toys from the ship’s Watersports Platform
• Find aromatic spices, especially nutmeg and cinnamon in St. George’s local markets
• The UNESCO site Piton’s two volcanic peaks, rising more than 2,400 feet, welcome you to St. Lucia
• See San Juan’s UNESCO site El Morro Fortress
• Shop the 100% duty free island of two nations, St. Maarten and St. Martin
• Walk up Mount Pleasant in Bequia for a spectacular view of Admiral Bay
• Discover the underwater world of Les Saintes
ITINERARY Day 1 Bridgetown, Barbados Day 2 Caribbean Sea
Barbados (Bridgetown)
Aruba
(Oranjestad)
Bonaire
Bequia
(Kralendijk)
Mayreau Grenada
(St. George’s)
Day 3
Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines Mayreau, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 4
St. George’s, Grenada
Day 5
At Sea
Days 6/7
Kralendijk, Bonaire (Overnight)
Day 8
Oranjestad, Aruba
ITINERARY Day 1 San Juan, Puerto Rico
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Star: Dec 4, 2018; Mar 23 *, 2019 = Reverse Route
San Juan
St. Maarten
Day 2
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Atlantic Ocean
Day 3
Les Saintes, Guadeloupe
Guadeloupe
Day 4
Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 5
St. George’s, Grenada
Day 6
Pigeon Island, St. Lucia
Day 7
At Sea
Day 8
San Juan, Puerto Rico
(Philipsburg)
PUERTO RICO
*Mar 23 reverse itinerary does not overnight in Kralendijk.
(Les Saintes)
Caribbean Sea
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
Grenada
Bequia
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Pride: Nov 3, 17; Dec 1, 15, 29, 2018 Star Legend: Nov 9, 23; Dec 7, 21, 2019; Jan 4*, 18†; Feb 1, 2020 *Jan 4, 2020 departure visits Grenada and St. Lucia in reverse order. Jan 18, 2020 departure visits ports in reverse order. †
(St. George’s)
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NEW
NEW Sea Turtle
El Yunque National Rainforest, Puerto Rico
WINDWARD WAYS & TOBAGO CAYS
WINTER ANTILLES ESCAPE
BARBADOS TO ARUBA : 7 DAYS
SAN JUAN TO BARBADOS : 7 DAYS
Those who love watersports, snorkeling, and diving will find their Valhalla on this cruise through the Windward and ABC islands. Swim with vibrant fish and friendly sea turtles as you visit two ports in Tobago Cays Marine Park, one in Bonaire National Marine Park, and one in the proposed Speyside Marine Protected Area. Paddleboard right from the Watersports Platform as we visit smaller ports and less-visited bays away from the crowds. And when you’ve had your fill of ocean action (if you ever do), head to shore and explore colorful Dutch colonial harbors, sugar-white beaches, and mouthwatering island cuisines.
Uncurl your frozen toes as you escape the winter doldrums during this week-long cruise featuring sundrenched beaches and steamy tropical rainforests along the Lesser Antilles Islands in the Caribbean. Blend world-famous Caribbean ports with off the beaten path ones in Pigeon Island and Little Bay.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Four magical colonial towns (including two that are UNESCO-listed) contrast with tiny out-of-the-way ports and bays on this adventure
• Visit Mayreau, the smallest island of the Grenadines and enjoy the exclusive Signature Beach Party
• Snorkel the impressive coral reefs of Tobago Cay at the confluence of the Atlantic and Caribbean Sea
• Known for its brightly colored architecture, Willemstad is a UNESCO site
Star Pride January 5, 2019
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Step back in time visiting El Morro’s 16th century ramparts, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in San Juan
• Find the magic of Harrison’s Cave and downtown Bridgetown, a UNESCO site
• Shop to your heart’s delight in duty-free Philipsburg
• Discover a town engulfed by a volcano during a rare visit to Montserrat
• Go for a hike in Puerto Rico’s El Yunque National Rainforest
• Snorkel or dive at one of Grenada’s 40 beaches
• Have your binoculars ready for birdwatching on Bonaire, home of flamingos, Amazon parrots, native parakeets and pink sea salt
ITINERARY Day 1 Bridgetown, Barbados Caribbean Sea
Barbados
Day 2
(Bridgetown)
St. Lucia
Curaçao
Aruba
(Oranjestad)
Day 3
(Soufriere)
(Willemstad)
Bonaire
(Kralendijk)
Mayreau Tobago
(Man-O-War Bay)
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Man-O-War Bay, Charlotteville, Tobago
DEPARTURE DATE
Wind Surf: Jan 25, 2020
San Juan
Soufriere, St. Lucia
Day 5
At Sea
Day 6
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Day 7
Willemstad, Curaçao
Day 8
Oranjestad, Aruba
St. Maarten (Philipsburg)
PUERTO RICO
Vieques Montserrat
Atlantic Ocean
(Little Bay)
Mayreau, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 4
ITINERARY Day 1 San Juan, Puerto Rico
Dominica (Roseau)
Caribbean Sea
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
Grenada
Barbados (Bridgetown)
Day 2
Vieques, Puerto Rico
Day 3
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Day 4
Little Bay, Montserrat
Day 5
Roseau, Dominica
Day 6
Pigeon Island, St. Lucia
Day 7
St. George’s, Grenada
Day 8
Bridgetown, Barbados
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Pride: Jan 5, 19; Feb 2, 16; Nov 6*, 2019 Star Legend: Feb 15, 29; Mar 14, 2020 *Nov 6, 2019 departure visits St. Barthélemy instead of St. Maarten.
(St. George's)
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Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands
WINDSTAR ’S DIVE AND SNORKELING PROGRAM
YACHTSMAN’S CARIBBEAN ST. MAARTEN TO ST. MAARTEN : 7 DAYS Let us take you into hidden coves and tiny harbors no one else can reach as you fully experience the Caribbean’s private yachting scene. Explore the quaint island charm of Road Town and the inviting beaches of Jost Van Dyke. Sail to Virgin Gorda, with its assembly of house-sized rocks called The Baths. Savor the high life on St. Barts.
• Relish extra beach time in both Jost Van Dyke and Norman Island • Beachcomb or mingle with the glitterati at St. Barts • Soak in the natural bathing pools of The Baths at Virgin Gorda
Atlantic Ocean
St. Maarten (Philipsburg)
St. Barthélemy
Virgin Gorda Norman Island Caribbean Sea
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BEGINNING SCUBA EXPERIENCES ARE AVAILABLE IN:
GUIDED SNORKELING OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN:
• Discover the small hidden ports of Road Town and Norman Island
• St. George’s, Grenada
• Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
ONE- OR TWO-TANK DIVES* ARE AVAILABLE IN:
• St. George’s, Grenada • Basseterre, St. Kitts
• St. George’s, Grenada
• Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
ITINERARY Day 1 Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Day 7
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
• Pigeon Island, St. Lucia
• Roseau, Dominica
Day 8
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
• Falmouth Harbour, Antigua
Day 2
Falmouth Harbour, Antigua
(May visit ports in different order.)
• Roseau, Dominica
Day 3
At Sea
• Road Town, Tortola
• Road Town, Tortola
Day 4
Road Town, Tortola/ Norman Island, BVI
• Basseterre, St. Kitts
• Jost Van Dyke, BVI
• Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
• Virgin Gorda, BVI
(Gustavia)
Antigua
• Indulge yourself at Windstar’s Signature Beach Party with plenty of Caribbean flavors and spirit to savor and share • Sail, swim, and kayak off the Watersports Platform
• Shop and dine in duty-free St. Maarten
Jost Van Dyke
Windstar has created a comprehensive program that will show you the best of the Caribbean’s underwater world, and snorkel equipment is available on board for your use.
THREE WAYS TO EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
Road Town – Tortola
Caribbean
Day 5
Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke, BVI
Day 6
Prickly Pear Beach, Virgin Gorda, BVI
(Falmouth Harbour)
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Surf: Dec 1, 15, 29, 2018; Jan 12, 26; Feb 9, 23; Mar 9, 23; Dec 21*, 2019; Jan 4*; Mar 7*, 21*, 2020
*Note: Proof of Certification and Log Book required for Certified Dives.
• Pigeon Island, St. Lucia
*These departures visit Soper’s Hole/ Tortola instead of Road Town and Norman Island.
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Venice, Italy
MEDITERRANEAN
ANCIENT WONDERS OF GREECE & EPHESUS NEW!
ANTIQUITIES OF THE ADRIATIC & GREECE
121
NEW!
ARTISTS & IDOLS OF IBERIA
122
CHARMS OF THE FRENCH & SPANISH RIVIERAS
123
CLASSIC ITALY & DALMATIAN COAST
124
NEW!
A D I F F E R E N T S E T O F R U L E S A P P L I E S in the Mediterranean. Time is measured in centuries, not minutes. The moon bathes in the
CORINTH CANAL & WESTERN EPICENTERS OF THE ANCIENT WORLD
125
ENCHANTING GREECE & THE AMALFI COAST
126
ISLAND GEMS OF SPAIN & PORTUGAL
127
NEW!
ISLANDS OF THE WEST MED
128
NEW!
MEDITERRANEAN ISLAND HOPPING ADVENTURES
129
ENCHANTMENT IS THIS CLOSE
120
NEW!
MEDITERRANEAN ISLAND MOSAIC
130
ROME & GRAND PRIX OF MONACO
131
SAILING SOUTHERN ITALY & CROATIA
132
SICILIAN SPLENDORS
133
SPANISH SERENADE
134
SPANISH SYMPHONY
135
TREASURES OF THE GREEK ISLES
136
TREASURES OF SOUTHERN SPAIN & MOROCCO
137
TUSCANY & THE TYRRHENIAN SEA
138
YACHTSMAN’S HARBORS OF THE RIVIERAS
139
canals of Venice. And Greek gods live on in a sky full of constellations. Surrounded by wonders like the Pietá and David, the azure-and-aqua landscapes of Croatia, the mystique of a Moroccan medina, it is easy to believe there is something magical at work here. Something that kisses grapes and transforms them into divine wine, turns Riviera beaches to gold in the last light of day, and gifts you with a beautiful white ship to see it all.
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WINDSTAR’S FAVORITE FIVE
CURATED JOURNEYS
• Sanary-sur-Mer, France • Málaga, Spain • Venice, Italy • Santorini, Greece • Casablanca, Morocco
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“The jaw-dropping coastline, picture-perfect water, and delightful Old Towns of the French Riviera … Monaco’s glitzy backdrop for Formula One fans … Granada’s Moorish Alhambra, described by poets as a pearl set in emeralds … Italy’s cinematic piazzas and serenity … the Mediterranean is La Dolce Vita.”
Málaga, Spain
~ Gonzalo Mones, Destination Manager, Wind Surf
Santorini, Greece
FEATURED PORTS: Sanary-sur-Mer, France The waterfront of this Côte d’Azur fishing village is lined with palm trees and pastelcolored houses, and traditional wooden fishing boats bob in the harbor. It has a sort of Sunday morning vibe to it no matter what day you arrive and is considered one of the most authentic towns along France’s Mediterranean coast. A good day here is Monte Carlo, Monaco
REGION SNAPSHOT IN ALMOST EVERY MEDITERR ANEAN PORT you’ll find incredible history, to-die-for cuisine, exceptional art and architecture, and rich cultural traditions. The trick is getting the most out of your visit, and designing itineraries specifically to accomplish this is an area where Windstar excels. Our port-intensive itineraries are designed to show you both the big cities and more overlooked places — from authentic working-class towns where tourism is an afterthought to small ports favored by yachtsmen. And when we do visit major cities, our small ships dock closer to historic town centers. Late night and evening stays expand your time for exploration, and carefully crafted small-group excursions get right to the heart of local culture with insightful market tours, tastings, village and home visits, and more. WHY WINDSTAR’S MEDITERRANEAN: • Visit must-see ports and smaller yachting towns like Portofino and Sanary-sur-Mer • Stay in key ports late into the evening or even overnight 118 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
• Dock closer to historic urban areas in Dubrovnik, Venice, Marseille, Barcelona, Málaga, and Seville • Take advantage of exclusive experiences like attending the Formula One Monaco
Grand Prix in Monte Carlo or transiting the narrow Corinth Canal, too small for larger ships • Enjoy an exclusive and complimentary onshore Destination Discovery Event on cruises to Kusadasi — dinner
in the moonlight and a concert at Celsus Library in Ephesus • Accompany chefs to local markets, bring fresh ingredients back to the kitchen, and help prepare (and then eat!) delicious regional farm-to-table cuisine
Itineraries:
20
Ports visited:
81
Countries visited:
13
Ships in the region: Star Breeze, Star Pride, Wind Surf, Wind Star Overnights in: Seville, Spain; Funchal, Madeira, Portugal; Venice, Italy; Nice, France; Monte Carlo, Monaco and more Late nights in: Sorrento, Italy; Cadiz, Spain; Málaga, Spain; Monte Carlo, Monaco; Santorini, Greece and more
unhurried, spontaneous, yet full of interesting highlights — perhaps the daily fish and flower markets, a browse around historic churches and chapels, and, of course, the beach. Santorini, Greece Marvel at the surrounding cliffs’ multi-hued rock, lava, and pumice as you cruise into the largest caldera in the world, then look around to see a vision in chalk white, volcanic black,
and piercing blue. Catch iconic photos from traditional Greek windmills to donkeys with colorful collars and bells around their necks. And don’t miss the romantic village of Oía with its cave houses (once the homes of sailors) and boxy white houses (which belonged to ship owners). Even your exit from this port is spectacular as the white buildings reflect every shade and hue of the sunset.
FEATURED SHORE EXCURSIONS: Málaga, Spain: Deluxe Mijas Wine Experience The “real” Andalusian landscape unfolds en route to the classical village of Mijas with its whitewashed houses and wind-sheltering street plan. “Donkey taxis” are plentiful here and beautifully made local handicrafts will undoubtedly catch your eye. Take a donkey ride or shop for ceramics, handmade wood items, and other local souvenirs while
you’re here. Afterwards, visit the Museo de Vino (Wine Museum) and enjoy tasting some of the fabulous wines of the region as well as a sampling of local meats and cheeses. If time permits, enjoy a brief panoramic tour past the highlights of Málaga on your way back to the ship. Rovinj, Croatia: Tour of Pula & Olive Oil Tasting Enjoy a walking tour of Pula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site best known for its many surviving ancient Roman
buildings. Wonder at the size of the 1st century amphitheater, the sixth largest in the world. It’s still in use today. See the Sergius Arch, Roman city gates, and temple to the God Apollo, built in honor of Roman emperor Caesar Augustus. After your tour of Pula’s Roman relics, head to the nearby village of Vodnjan for an olive oil tasting at the farm that produces one of the world’s top 15 olive oils. A delicious way to end the day.
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KUSADASI: Evening in Ephesus Join us for a complimentary moonlit dinner event and live concert at the Celsus Library in ancient Ephesus, Turkey. Exclusively for Windstar guests
ANCIENT WONDERS OF GREECE & EPHESUS
ANTIQUITIES OF THE ADRIATIC & GREECE
ATHENS TO ATHENS : 10 or 11 DAYS
ATHENS TO VENICE : 8 DAYS
Enjoy a cruise worthy of Greek gods as you visit the land of myth and legend on your own white chariot. Blur the lines between dreams and reality as you dine in the shadow of Ephesus’ Celsus Library at a complimentary Destination Discovery Event. Each day adds a new page as you write your own legend.
Immerse yourself in the majesty and history of the best-known Greek ruins, vistas, and landmarks before delving into the scenic shorelines and undiscovered beauty of lesser-known small ports along the Adriatic coastline. This 8-day cruise offers an ideal balance of Greece’s familiar highlights and exciting, off-the-beaten-path Adriatic destinations.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Tour the Parthenon and the Acropolis in Athens, which are must-sees • Take advantage of a late night in Crete for an even better sense of the local flavor • Enjoy Mykonos with time to shop the chic boutiques and cafés, see the working windmills or relax on the beach
• Marvel at the impressive 2-and 3-storied neoclassical mansions in Syros • Find the history surrounding you with at least 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in this region • Visit the palace of the Grand Masters in Rhodes
• See forever memorable Ephesus and the House of Mary from Kusadasi
ITINERARY Day 1 Piraeus (Athens), Greece G REECE
Aegean Sea
TURKEY
Mykonos Kusadasi
Ermoupoli
Athens
(Piraeus)
Patmos
Nafplio
Monemvasia
Santorini Agios Nikolaos
Mediterranean Sea
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Rhodes
Day 2
Nafplio, Greece
Day 3
Mykonos, Greece
Day 4
Ermoupoli, Syros, Greece
Day 5
Kusadasi, Turkey
Day 6
Patmos, Greece
Day 7
Rhodes, Greece
Day 8
Agios Nikolaos, Crete, Greece
Day 9
Santorini, Greece
Day 10
Monemvasia, Greece
Day 11
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Star: May 12, 22, 2019; Aug 2, 12*, 2020 Wind Surf: Jul 25, 2019 *Aug 12, 2020 departure is 11 days and overnights in Agios Nikolaos.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Plan extra time before and after your cruise to look for the UNESCO sites of Athens and Venice
• Relax on the beach during your day in Corfu, known for a wonderful selection of beaches to choose from
• Discover the medieval walls encompassing the Old Town in Dubrovnik, a UNESCO site
• Find a café to try the local flavors of Komiza
• From Santorini, take a tour of the Bronze Age excavations at UNESCO site Akrotiri
Venice
ITALY
ITINERARY Day 1 Piraeus (Athens), Greece
CROATIA Zadar Komiža Dubrovnik Adriatic Corfu Sea (Kerkyra)
Mediterranean Sea
GREECE Monopoli
• Appreciate the beauty of the turquoise Plitvice Lakes, a UNESCO site near Zadar
Athens
Day 2
Santorini, Greece
Day 3
At Sea
Day 4
Corfu, Greece
Day 5
Monopoli, Puglia, Italy
Day 6
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Day 7
Komiza, Vis, Croatia
Day 8
Zadar, Croatia
Day 9
Venice, Italy
DEPARTURE DATE
Wind Surf: Aug 4, 2019
Santorini
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NEW Antibes, France
Málaga, Spain
ARTISTS & IDOLS OF IBERIA
CHARMS OF THE FRENCH & SPANISH RIVIERAS
LISBON TO BARCELONA : 10 DAYS
BARCELONA TO BARCELONA : 7 DAYS
Experience Picasso’s artistic inspirations firsthand in the Andalusian ambiance of his hometown in Málaga. Overnight within view of Seville’s majestic Alcazar Palace, among the raucous clamor of late-night tapas bars serenaded by laughter, clattering dishes, flamenco guitar embellishments, and fast-strumming falsetas. This epic Iberian 10-day cruise combines the cultural intimacy of small port excursions with prodigious artistic legends and uniquely delicious local cuisines throughout Portugal, Morocco, Gibraltar, and Spain.
See the Costa Brava and French Riviera as it should be seen — from the deck of your elegant sailing ship. Port after port brings new discoveries: the flamboyant architecture of Barcelona, colorful Provençal villages, Riviera towns where world-class museums and vineyards rub shoulders with historic old towns and fishing fleets.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
• Tour Barcelona’s festive Las Ramblas
• Explore Pablo Picasso’s hometown of Málaga and see his art at the museum
• The full day stop in Casablanca allows for time in Marrakech exploring the medina, mosque, and souks
• Overnight in Seville with more time to see the UNESCO sites there including the Old Town and Alcazar Palace
• Don’t miss the Gothic Quarter, and Antonio Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia in Barcelona
• Sip the sweet flavors of handcrafted Spanish sherries in Cádiz
• See the Museum of Sugar and the 16 century Town Hall in Motril, the gateway to well-known Alhambra th
ITINERARY Day 1 Lisbon, Portugal
Atlantic Ocean PORTUGAL
SPAIN
Lisbon
Seville
Barcelona
Málaga Motril
Mediterranean Sea Casablanca
MOROCCO
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Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Casablanca, Morocco
Day 4
Cádiz, Spain
Days 5/6 Seville, Spain (Overnight)
Gibraltar
Cadiz
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
Day 7
Gibraltar, British Territory
Day 8
Málaga, Spain
Day 9
Motril, Spain
Day 10
At Sea
Day 11
Barcelona, Spain
• Relax and embrace the beauty of cruising along the French Riviera • Appreciate the panoramic view from the medieval village of Bormes Les Mimosas near Le Lavandou • Stroll through the open-air flower and vegetable markets of Antibes
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Breeze: Oct 3, 2019
• Have extra time to explore as you overnight in Nice with its Colline du Chateau overlooking the Bay of Angels • Find a beach to sunbathe at in Sanary-sur-Mer, the sunniest place in France • See the Dali Theatre and Museum where Dali is buried below the stage
ITINERARY Day 1 Barcelona, Spain
FRANCE
Antibes Le Lavandou St. Tropez Nice Sanary-sur-Mer SPAIN
Day 2
Sanary-sur-Mer, France
Day 3
St. Tropez, France
Day 4
Antibes, France
DEPARTURE DATE
Wind Surf: Aug 27, 2019
Days 4/5 Nice, France (Overnight)
Roses Barcelona
Mediterranean Sea
Day 6
Le Lavandou, France
Day 7
Roses, Spain
Day 8
Barcelona, Spain
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NEW Kotor, Montenegro
Delphi, Itea, Greece
CLASSIC ITALY & DALMATIAN COAST ROME TO VENICE (or reverse) : 8 DAYS
Wind Surf October 14, 2019
Vacation with Europe’s elite along the sun-drenched shores of Croatia, Montenegro, and Italy. Let your imagination soar as you travel through time to discover the magic of Venice, the grandeur of Rome, and the stunning beauty of the Dalmatian Coast. From the Grand Canal to St. Peter’s Square, this is a voyage of superlatives.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Discover the magic of Venice’s St. Mark’s Square, and the majestic Cathedral
• Stroll the charming ancient cobblestone streets of Taormina, past Palazzo Corvaja, St. Augustine’s Church, and Torre dell’Orologio Clock Tower
• Visit the Archaeological Museum in Split, the oldest in Croatia
• Extend your stay to make sure you get to the Vatican, St. Peter’s Square, and the Roman Forum in Rome
• Tour the Old City and medieval walls in Dubrovnik, fascinating UNESCO sites
• Don’t miss out on Windstar’s Signature Onboard Barbecue
• See the beauty of the narrow UNESCO site fjord to Kotor
ITINERARY Day 1 Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Rovinj
Venice
CROATIA
Split
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
MONTENEGRO Kotor
ITALY Sorrento
Mediterranean Sea SICILY Giardini Naxos
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Dubrovnik
Day 2
Sorrento, Italy
Day 3
Giardini Naxos (Taormina), Sicily, Italy
Day 4
At Sea
Day 5
Kotor, Montenegro
Day 6
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Day 7
Split, Croatia
Day 8
Rovinj, Croatia
Day 9
Venice, Italy
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Surf: May 8, 16 *; Jun 14 ; Aug 12 ; Oct 6, 14 , 2019 = Reverse Route *May 16, 2019 departure visits Kotor and Dubrovnik in reverse order.
CORINTH CANAL & WESTERN EPICENTERS OF THE ANCIENT WORLD ATHENS TO ROME : 10 DAYS No other cities in world history influenced Western Civilization like Athens and Rome. Discover and contrast both ancient and modern connections as you set sail from Greece and retrace ancient trade routes, explore ruins like the Temple of Apollo, discover the secrets of the Oracle of Delphi, transit the steep-walled Corinth Canal, and dine on delicious, locally sourced Mediterranean specialties on a 10-day odyssey between Europe’s original cultural epicenters.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Tour lovely Milos, where the Venus de Milo was hidden for centuries
• Stand out on deck as you transit the 4-mile Corinth Canal, so narrow only small ships can navigate it
• On your stop in Sicily, indulge in wine tasting and schedule a visit to Mount Etna
• Sample the fresh-from-the-sea delicious cuisine of Fiskardo
• Check out the botanical gardens or blue grottoes of Ponza
• Discover the Temple of Apollo and the Oracle of Delphi found near Itea
ITINERARY Day 1 Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
ITALY Ponza Sorrento GREECE Itea
Giardini Naxos
(Delphi)
SICILY
Athens
(Piraeus)
Fiskardo Corinth Canal Valletta
Mediterranean Sea
Milos Santorini
Day 2
Santorini, Greece
Day 3
Milos, Greece
Day 4
Transit Corinth Canal/Delphi, Itea, Greece
Day 5
Fiskardo, Kephalonia, Greece
Day 6
At Sea
Day 7
Valletta, Malta
Day 8
Giardini Naxos (Taormina), Sicily, Italy
Day 9
Sorrento, Italy
Day 10
Ponza, Italy
Day 11
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Pride: May 11, 2019
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Agadir, Morocco
ENCHANTING GREECE & THE AMALFI COAST
ISLAND GEMS OF SPAIN & PORTUGAL
ATHENS TO ROME (or reverse) : 7 DAYS
LISBON TO LISBON : 10 DAYS
Idyllic islands, charming cobbled villages, spectacular scenery, intriguing history. Capture the heart of the Mediterranean in a single voyage. Each small harbor is especially suited for small ship exploration. Enjoy the best of the region — from the ancient ruins of Sparta and Mystras to the pure indulgence of the Mediterranean lifestyle.
Embark on a voyage that isn’t about following others to famous landmarks, it’s about finding your own. Watch a Gomeran cup his hands and whistle a secret language only other Gomerans know. Hike the amazing aqueducts on Madeira. Taste wrinkly potatoes in Tenerife and fresh sardines in Portimao. Feel the breeze from the Sahara as you lie on a Canary Island beach, and shop the Kasbah for a brass lamp so you can thank the genie who brought you here.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
• View the extensive collection of artifacts at the new Acropolis Museum in Athens
• Discover how history reveals itself in Taormina’s still used Greek Theater and its charming village streets
• Let your imagination go at the romantic ancient castles of Monemvasía
• Steeped in history, Rome must-sees include the Forum, the Colosseum, Piazza Navona, and Vatican City
• Relax with the locals on Ponza, where Romans love to vacation
• Appreciate the archaeological beauty of UNESCO sites near Sorrento — Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Torre Annunziata
ITALY Ponza Sorrento GREECE
Athens
(Piraeus)
SICILY Messina
Mediterranean Sea
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Monemvasía Gythion
Monemvasia, Greece
Day 3
Gythion, Greece
Day 4
At Sea
Day 5
Messina (Taormina), Sicily, Italy
Day 6
Sorrento, Italy
Day 7
Ponza, Italy
Day 8
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
• Discover the tropical luxury of sophisticated and quirky Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Lisbon
UG
AL
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Star: Apr 28 ; Oct 19, 2019; Apr 26 , 2020
• Overnight in Funchal, with time to sample the delicious Madeira wines there and taste the famous poncha, a delightful local drink of rum and honey • Find the ancient city of Silves, near Portimao, once the Arab capital of the Algarve
• Savor delicious tastings along the Wine Route of Lanzarote
RT
Day 2
• Look for the goats in trees, and visit the sunny beaches and storied souks of Agadir
PO
ITINERARY Day 1 Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
• Appreciate the urban sophistication and Portuguese panache of Lisbon
Atlantic Ocean
= Reverse Route Portimao MADEIRA Funchal CANARY ISLANDS Santa Cruz de Tenerife Lanzarote
MOROCCO
Agadir
ITINERARY Day 1 Lisbon, Portugal
Day 9
At Sea
Day 10
Portimao, Portugal
Day 2
Day 11
Lisbon, Portugal
At Sea
Days 3/4 Funchal, Madeira, Portugal (Overnight) Day 5
La Gomera, Canary Islands, Spain
Day 6
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Day 7
Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain
Day 8
Agadir, Morocco
La Gomera
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Breeze: Nov 18, 2018; Apr 26, 2019
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NEW
NEW Alghero, Sardinia, Italy
ISLANDS OF THE WEST MED
MEDITERRANEAN ISLAND HOPPING ADVENTURES
BARCELONA TO ROME : 6 DAYS This collection of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful and haunting islands is a yachtsman’s fantasy, a traveler’s dream. Emerald landscapes, turquoise seas, pristine beaches, and trendsetting cities. Discover the Mediterranean at its best. Beautiful islands — Elba, Corsica, and Sardinia — framed by vibrant cities, Barcelona and Rome.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Explore the cultural landscape of Serra de Tramuntana, a UNESCO site near Palma de Mallorca • Visit three Mediterranean countries and four stunning islands on a single voyage
Portoferraio
Barcelona SPAIN
CORSICA Porto-Vecchio Palma de Mallorca
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
Alghero
Mediterranean Sea
SARDINIA
Hop between lesser-known Mediterranean ports and renowned landmarks during this breathtaking 10-day cruise along the scenic coastlines of Spain, Italy, Malta, and Greece. It’s a journey rich in unforgettable moments, delicious regional cuisine, expansive coastal vistas, and unique cultural experiences rarely found beyond the small ports and villages best seen by small ship.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
• See Neptune’s Grotto in Alghero
• Appreciate the beauty of the coast around Amalfi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• View the historic tapestries and armor in Valletta’s Palace of the Grand Masters
• Discover the cultural landscape of UNESCO site Serra de Tramuntana, near Palma de Mallorca
• Visit Mount Etna on the island of Sicily
• Discover the hidden piazzas of Rome and the UNESCO sites there
ITINERARY Day 1 Barcelona, Spain ITALY
BARCELONA TO ATHENS : 10 DAYS
• Stroll the labyrinth of narrow streets in Old Town Bonifacio on Corsica • Tour Gaudí’s renowned La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, one of the city’s many UNESCO sites
• Walk through the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve at Portoferraio’s Tuscan Archipelago National Park
Catania, Sicily, Italy
Day 2
Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Day 3
At Sea
Day 4
Alghero, Sardinia, Italy
Day 5
Porto-Vecchio, Corsica, France
Day 6
Portoferraio, Elba, Italy
Day 7
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
• Tour the highlights of Athens including The Parthenon, The Acropolis, and the Temple of Hephaestus
DEPARTURE DATE
ITINERARY Day 1 Barcelona, Spain
Wind Star: Apr 22, 2019 Barcelona SPAIN
ITALY
Amalfi
Mahon Palma de Mallorca Alghero
Mont.
SARDINIA Catania
SICILY
Athens
GREECE
(Piraeus)
Gythion
Valletta
Mediterranean Sea
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• See Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, and Antonio Gaudí’s La Sagrada Familia, a UNESCO site
Day 2
Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Day 3
Mahon, Spain
Day 4
Alghero, Sardinia, Italy
Day 5
At Sea
Day 6
Amalfi, Italy
Day 7
Catania, Sicily, Italy
Day 8
Valletta, Malta
Day 9
At Sea
Day 10
Gythion, Greece
Day 11
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
DEPARTURE DATE
Wind Surf: Jul 15, 2019
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NEW
GRAND PRIX PACKAGE
Bastia, France
INCLUDES: • A Formula One racing expert, Bob Varsha, hosting this exclusive Grand Prix cruise and providing behind-the-scenes insights to the event • Pit Pass for Grand Prix of Monaco and reserved Section K seats for Saturday’s qualifying race and Sunday’s final race • A special Grand Prix-themed cocktail reception and dinner aboard your beautiful ship • Race day brunch on board Star Pride • Commemorative gift package, including a pair of high definition binoculars
Monte Carlo, Monaco
MEDITERRANEAN ISLAND MOSAIC ROME TO BARCELONA (or reverse) : 7 DAYS Hidden harbors. Legendary landmarks. Everything that makes the Mediterranean magical. This voyage has it all. The colorful kaleidoscopes of Rome and Barcelona invite you to celebrate their high-spirited energy, while the seductive scent of oranges and olives that perfumes the enchanting islands of Elba, Corsica, Mallorca, and Menorca entices you to explore their seductive secrets. From the wild green mountains of Mallorca to the striking white pebble beaches of Portoferraio — let us delight your senses and ignite your imagination.
ROME & GRAND PRIX OF MONACO ROME TO ROME : 7 DAYS Experience the world’s most acclaimed racing event in the city that defines private yacht style, the Grand Prix of Monaco in stunning Monte Carlo.
• Meander the cobblestone streets of the Old Fishing Quarter in St. Tropez
• Tour Barcelona’s festive Las Ramblas and Gaudí’s renowned La Sagrada Familia, one of the city’s many UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• View the beautiful flowers and small churches along Portoferraio’s charming 91 miles of coastline – where Napoleon was “exiled’
• Find the cultural landscape of UNESCO site, Serra de Tramuntana
• Discover the hidden piazzas and ancient UNESCO sites of Rome
• Relax at one of the beautiful beaches of Sanary-sur-Mer, said to be the sunniest place in France
• Peruse the bustling morning market in Bastia
• Stand on deck as you cruise into Mahon, with one of the deepest natural harbors in the world
• Overnight in Monte Carlo, where the Royal Palace and Grand Casino beckon
ITINERARY Day 1 Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy ITALY
SPAIN
Portoferraio Bastia Calvi Palma de Mallorca Mahon
CORSICA
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
Mediterranean Sea
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Bob Varsha is one of the premier television commentators of the automotive world, with a résumé including everything from tractor pulls, to collector car auctions, to the renowned Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance and the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans sports car classic. He is perhaps best known, however, for his 25-year tenure covering the Formula One® world championship.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
Barcelona
M E E T B O B VA R S H A
SARDINIA
Day 2
Portoferraio, Elba, Italy
Day 3
Bastia, Corsica, France
Day 4
Calvi, Corsica, France
Day 5
At Sea
Day 6
Mahon, Menorca, Spain
Day 7
Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Day 8
Barcelona, Spain
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Star: Oct 26, 2019; Apr 19 , 2020 = Reverse Route
• Visit a winery in Tuscany • Have lunch at the famous Splendido Hotel in Portofino overlooking the harbor • Extend your stay in Rome to discover more of this enchanting city with its Sistine Chapel, Vatican, and St. Peter’s Basilica
ITINERARY Day 1 Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy FRANCE
Monte Carlo
St. Tropez
Portofino ITALY
Sanary-sur-Mer Mediterranean Sea
Porto Ercole
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
Day 2
Portofino, Italy
Day 3
St. Tropez, France
Day 4
Sanary-sur-Mer, France
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Pride: May 21, 2019
Days 5/6 Monte Carlo, Monaco (Overnight) Day 7
Porto Ercole, Italy
Day 8
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
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Valley of the Temples
Bari, Puglia, Italy
SAILING SOUTHERN ITALY & CROATIA
SICILIAN SPLENDORS
ROME TO VENICE : 11 DAYS
ROME TO ROME : 10 DAYS
Treat your palate to savory Balkan burek and pizza as only Sicilians can make it. Relive medieval days in the Old Towns of Dubrovnik, Piran, and Kotor. Wonder over the beehive-like trulli and elegant seaside towns of Puglia. Lose your heart to Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast, the song of a Venetian gondolier, the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Stand at the rail with Chianti in hand as white sails unfurl above you, carrying you across the sparkling Mediterranean in private yacht style.
Encircle the Isle of Sicily and discover sparkling resorts favored by emperors, towns frozen in time by legendary volcanoes, Maltese palaces where knights and Grand Masters once gathered … this itinerary has them all. Watch the stunning Amalfi Coast pass by from the deck and raise a glass of limoncello to another blissful day in the warm Mediterranean sunshine.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Stay a day or two longer to make sure you see Venice’s St. Mark’s Square, Cathedral, and Grand Canal
• Journey up the beautiful bay to Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Cruise by Stromboli, the volcano that never sleeps
• See two ports in Puglia – the new “hot” region of Italy, and enjoy the beautiful Baroque architecture of Lecce and the rock formations of Zagare Bay
• Visit UNESCO sites in Catania and Pantalica
• Taste the Plavac Mali grape wine Hvar is famous for
Piran
Venice
SLOVENIA CROATIA
Hvar Dubrovnik
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
MONTENEGRO Kotor
ITALY Sorrento Bari
Mediterranean Sea Lipari
Brindisi
SICILY Catania
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ITINERARY Day 1 Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Day 10
Hvar, Croatia
Day 11
Piran, Slovenia
Day 2
Sorrento, Italy
Day 12
Venice, Italy
Day 3
Lipari, Italy/ Scenic Cruising Stromboli
Day 4
Catania, Sicily, Italy
Day 5
At Sea
Day 6
Brindisi, Puglia, Italy
Day 7
Bari, Puglia, Italy
Day 8
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Day 9
Kotor, Montenegro
• Watch sunbeams from Michelangelo’s dome play on the walls of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome
• Walk the silent streets of Pompeii in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius • From Trapani travel to the medieval town of Erice and admire the Castle of Venus and the 700-year-old Mother Church
• Stand in the massive Greek amphitheater in Syracuse, a city with 2,700 years of history
• Take in some of the world’s best-preserved Greek ruins at the Valley of the Temples
• Relive the Middle Ages as you view the historic tapestries and armor in Valletta’s Palace of the Grand Masters
Rome
ITINERARY Day 1 Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
ITALY Amalfi Sorrento
(Civitavecchia)
DEPARTURE DATE
Wind Surf: Jun 3, 2019
Lipari Trapani
SICILY
Catania
Mediterranean Sea Gozo
Valletta
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Catania, Sicily, Italy
Day 4
Gozo, Malta
Day 5
Valletta, Malta
Day 6
Porto Empedocle (Agrigento), Sicily, Italy
Day 7
Trapani, Sicily, Italy
Day 8
Lipari, Italy
Day 9
Sorrento, Italy
Day 10
Amalfi, Italy
Day 11
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
DEPARTURE DATE
Wind Surf: Sep 26, 2019 Star Breeze: Oct 20, 2019
WINDSTAR CRUISES :: 133
Spain
Palma de Mallorca, Spain
SPANISH SERENADE
SPANISH SYMPHONY
LISBON TO BARCELONA (or reverse) : 8 DAYS
BARCELONA TO LISBON (or reverse) : 8 DAYS
Experience Andalusia which hugs the southern coast of Spain and embraces cultural influences from both sides of the strait of Gibraltar. Sip a glass of sherry and explore golden beaches and charming mountain villages, passionate flamenco, magnificent Moorish architecture, and mouthwatering tapas.
This is the birthplace of Don Juan and Carmen, evening paseos by women in lace mantillas, cape-twirling matadors. In short, it is quintessential Spain. On your elegant ship, you will cruise past larger ships right to the heart of old towns and to the steps of friendly bodegas.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Find Granada’s Moorish-influenced Alhambra Palace and breathtaking Generalife Gardens – both UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• Appreciate Barcelona’s amazing Gothic Quarter, and Antonio Gaudí’s UNESCO site, La Sagrada Familia
• Explore Pablo Picasso’s hometown of Málaga and see his art at the museum
• Learn about the ancient city of Silves near Portimao, once the Arab capital of the Algarve
• Taste authentic tapas in Almería and discover the charming mountain “white villages” of Mijas and Mojacar
• Visit the monastery in Valldemossa, near Palma de Mallorca, where Chopin spent a winter with George Sand
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Explore Pablo Picasso’s hometown of Málaga and see his art at the museum
• Taste authentic seafood plancha tapas in Almería
• Sample the world-renowned Jerez wine, the famous sherry of Cádiz
• Pose in front of the Belém Tower in Lisbon, symbol of the Age of Discovery and a UNESCO World Heritage Monument
• Explore the surviving remnants of 3rd century B.C. Muralla Punica, Cartagena’s archaeological site
• Wander Gibraltar’s 18th century labyrinth, the Great Siege Tunnels, carved out of solid limestone
• Savor the view and visit with the monkeys of Gibraltar
Atlantic Ocean
PORTUGAL
SPAIN
Lisbon
Barcelona
Portimao Cadiz Gibraltar
Málaga Almería (Granada)
Palma de Mallorca
Mediterranean Sea
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ITINERARY Day 1 Lisbon, Portugal
DEPARTURE DATES
Day 2
Portimao, Portugal
Day 3
Cádiz, Spain
Star Pride: Apr 12; Jun 4 , 2019
Day 4
Gibraltar, British Territory
Day 5
Málaga, Spain
Day 6
Almería (Granada), Spain
Day 7
At Sea
Day 8
Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Day 9
Barcelona, Spain
Star Breeze: Nov 10 , 2018 = Reverse Route
ITINERARY Day 1 Barcelona, Spain
Atlantic Ocean
PORTUGAL
SPAIN
Lisbon
Cadiz Gibraltar
Barcelona
Málaga
Cartagena Almería (Granada)
Palma de Mallorca
Mediterranean Sea
Day 2
Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Day 3
Cartagena, Spain
Day 4
Almería (Granada), Spain
Day 5
Málaga, Spain
Day 6
Gibraltar, British Territory
Day 7
Cádiz, Spain
Day 8
At Sea
Day 9
Lisbon, Portugal
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Surf: Apr 23 ; Jun 29; Jul 7 ; Sep 3, 11 ; Oct 29, 2019 = Reverse Route
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KUSADASI: Evening in Ephesus Join us for a complimentary moonlit dinner event and live concert at the Celsus Library in ancient Ephesus, Turkey. Exclusively for Windstar guests
Santorini, Greece
TREASURES OF THE GREEK ISLES
TREASURES OF SOUTHERN SPAIN & MOROCCO
ATHENS TO ATHENS : 7 DAYS
LISBON TO BARCELONA (or reverse) : 8 or 10 DAYS
Discover the magic and mythology of the Greek Isles — one of the most storied regions of the world. Cruise across the azure waters of the Aegean Sea visiting the small hidden ports of Nafplio, Monemvasia, and Patmos and the legendary islands of Santorini and Mykonos. Windstar brings you closer to unique island cultures, ancient treasures, and the breathtaking beaches of Greece. Your vacation can include visits to nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a complimentary local Private Event featuring dinner at the Celsus Library in the ancient city of Ephesus.
Dazzle your senses with Spanish treasure — golden Costa del Sol beaches, Picasso’s genius in Málaga, the Roman ruins of Cartagena and Tarragona. Sit at a café in Tangier’s medina sipping mint tea and watching old men play backgammon. Nestle up to the other exclusive yachts in Ibiza’s harbor with some 80 blissful beaches calling your name. Celebrate a dream come true.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Spend full days in the Greek Isles with later evening visits in Santorini, Kusadasi, Patmos, and Mykonos • Relax on one of the many beautiful beaches of Mykonos • Take an excursion to Epiduras, where people have traveled miles to be healed • Envelop yourself in history with at least nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites in this region
• Tour highlights of Athens like The Parthenon, The Acropolis, Mount Lycabettus, the Temple of Hephaestus and the National Archaeological Museum • Find the breathtaking view from Nafplio’s Palamidi Castle after climbing the 999 rock steps
Aegean Sea Mykonos
Athens (Piraeus)
Nafplio
Monemvasia
Mediterranean Sea
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Santorini
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Star: May 5; Jun 1, 8*, 15*, 22, 29; Jul 6, 13, 20, 27*; Aug 3*, 10*, 17, 31; Sep 7*, 14, 21*, 28*; Oct 5, 12*, 2019;
Day 2
Mykonos, Greece
TURKEY
Day 3
Kusadasi, Turkey
Kusadasi
Day 4
Patmos, Greece
Day 5
Santorini, Greece
Day 6
Monemvasia, Greece
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Jun 7, 14, 21, 28; Jul 5, 12, 19, 26; Aug 23, 30; Sep 6, 13, 20, 27; Oct 4, 2020
Day 7
Nafplio, Greece
Star Pride: May 4, 2019
Day 8
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
*These departures visit ports in a slightly different order.
Patmos
• Shop for hand-woven kilims in the medina and meet friends at the Kasbah in Tangier
• Discover the World Heritage city of Tarragona and stunning Poblet Monastery nearby
• Pose in front of the Belém Tower in Lisbon, symbol of the Age of Discovery and a UNESCO World Heritage Monument
• Stroll in Barcelona’s amazing Gothic Quarter, and past Antonio Gaudí’s La Sagrada Familia
• Visit romantic ancient castles of Monemvasia
ITINERARY Day 1 Piraeus (Athens), Greece GREECE
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
ITINERARY Day 1 Lisbon, Portugal
Atlantic Ocean
PORTUGAL
Lisbon
SPAIN
Barcelona Tarragona
Cartagena Málaga
Ibiza
Almería (Granada)
Palma de Mallorca Tangier
MOROCCO
8-Day 10-Day
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Tangier, Morocco
Days 4/5 Málaga, Spain (Overnight) Day 6
At Sea
Day 7
Cartagena, Spain
Day 8
Ibiza, Spain
Day 9
Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Day 10
Tarragona, Spain
Day 11
Barcelona, Spain
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Star: Apr 14*; Nov 2 , 2019; Apr 9, 2020 = Reverse Route *8-day itinerary visits Almería instead of Palma de Mallorca and does not overnight in Málaga.
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Portofino, Italy
Tuscany
TUSCANY & THE TYRRHENIAN SEA
YACHTSMAN’S HARBORS OF THE RIVIERAS
ROME TO ROME : 10 DAYS Delight in la dolce vita as you cruise the Italian Mediterranean on the elegant Wind Surf, tipping your hat to the other yachts as you visit ports where only small ships go. All the stories you’ve heard about the breathtaking coastlines of Amalfi and Cinque Terre? They’re all true. Feel your heart soar in the presence of Michelangelo’s David in Florence or the haunting ruins of Pompeii. Bear witness to Italy’s protracted genesis as you cruise past Stromboli, view Mount Etna from the Roman amphitheater in Taormina, swim in the hot springs-heated seas of Vulcano Island, and gaze across the Bay of Naples at Mount Vesuvius. Dream of Caesars in Rome, walk the hills of Corsica in the footsteps of Napoleon, stand on the Square of Miracles in Pisa like Galileo as the Leaning Tower continues to hold gravity at bay.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
BARCELONA TO ROME (or reverse) : 7 DAYS Enjoy the world’s premier yachting playgrounds in a beautiful small ship that feels like your own private yacht. These chic ports string together like perfect pearls, each glowing with its own special beauty. Sparkling cities and charming villages. Secluded harbors and immaculate beaches. Discover the mystique and magic of the Rivieras that only an intimate small ship can show you.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Revel in the glitter and glamour of cruising along the French Riviera
• Take a scenic hike to Santa Margherita in Portofino • Toss coins in Rome’s Trevi Fountain and stroll Piazza Venezia
• Discover the ruins of Pompeii when you visit Sorrento, or travel up the stunning Amalfi Coast
• Sample the unique cuisine of Corsica like Civet de Sanglier (wild boar casserole) and Veau aux Olives (veal stew)
• When you stop in Monte Carlo, the Royal Palace and Grand Casino are must-sees
• Stand on deck for a scenic cruise by Stromboli, the volcano that never sleeps
• See a delightful mix of islands – Sardinia, Lipari, Sicily, and Corsica
• Experience Portoferraio’s natural wonderland and the Biosphere Reserve of Tuscan Park
• Cruising round trip from Rome gives you more opportunities to tour the Vatican, St. Peter’s Square, the Colosseum, and Roman Forum in Rome
• Visit Mount Etna on the island of Sicily
ITINERARY Day 1 Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Santa Margherita Livorno
Île Rousse
CORSICA
Rome
ITALY
(Civitavecchia)
Alghero
Sorrento
SARDINIA
Tyrrhenian Sea Lipari
Mediterranean Sea
Trapani
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SICILY
Messina
Day 2
Sorrento, Italy
Day 3
Lipari, Italy/ Scenic Cruising Stromboli
Day 4
Messina (Taormina), Italy
Day 5
Trapani, Sicily, Italy
Day 6
At Sea
Day 7
Alghero, Sardinia, Italy
Day 8
Île Rousse, Corsica, France
Day 9
Santa Margherita, Italy
Day 10
Livorno, Italy
Day 11
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
DEPARTURE DATE
Wind Surf: May 24, 2019
Wind Surf June 22, 2019
ITINERARY Day 1 Barcelona, Spain
FRANCE
Port-Vendres/ Collioure
• See the inspiring work of Gaudí’s La Sagrada Familia, a UNESCO site in Barcelona and tour festive Las Ramblas
Sanary-sur-Mer Cannes
Barcelona
Monte Carlo Portofino
Portoferraio
SPAIN
ITALY
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
Mediterranean Sea
Day 2
Port-Vendres, France
Day 3
Sanary-sur-Mer, France
Day 4
Monte Carlo, Monaco
Day 5
Cannes, France
Day 6
Portofino, Italy
Day 7
Portoferraio, Italy
Day 8
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
(May visit Monte Carlo and Cannes in reverse order.)
DEPARTURE DATES
Wind Surf: May 1; Jun 22 ; Aug 20 ; Sep 19; Oct 22 †, 2019 Star Breeze: Nov 3 , 2018; Oct 13*, 2019 Star Pride: Apr 20*, May 28 *, 2019 = Reverse Route *Apr 20, May 28, and Oct 13 departures visit Palamos instead of Port-Vendres. † Oct 22 departure visits Roses instead of Port-Vendres.
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Faroe Islands
NORTHERN EUROPE
AROUND ICELAND
144
BALTIC DELIGHTS
145
BEAUTY OF THE BALTIC & KIEL CANAL
146
BELLES OF THE BRITISH ISLES
147
GAELIC EXPLORERS
148
LANDS OF THE MIDNIGHT SUN
149
NORWAY’S FAMOUS FJORDS
150
TRUE FAIRY TALES, MAGIC LIGHT
SCANDINAVIA & BALTIC SPECTACULAR
151
NEW!
TAPESTRIES, TOWERS & TARTE NORMANDE: EUROPE’S ATLANTIC EDGE
152
NEW!
A TOUCH OF TAPAS & A PINT OF GUINNESS
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WO R D S L I K E M O O R , L O C H , A N D G E Y S E R were born in this land, because no existing vocabulary could adequately describe these extraordinary landscapes. These regions could just as easily have coined a term for Fabergé palaces of amber and gold, rainbows captured in a waterfall’s spray, and storybook cities crisscrossed by canals and flower markets, all of which are here in abundance. But as your elegant ship traces its way through enchanting fjords and forgotten archipelagos, you won’t need words. You are speechless.
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EVERYTHING UNDER THE MIDNIGHT SUN
WINDSTAR’S FAVORITE FIVE • Bergen, Norway • St. Petersburg, Russia • Isafjordur, Iceland • Portrush, Northern Ireland • Mariehamn, Finland
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“Follow the Northern Star to a land where history pre-dates the Ice Age and landscapes are filled with glaciers, waterfalls and picture-perfect fjords. Thrill at magnificent Aurlandsfjord’s snow-covered peaks and remote hillside farms, and the staggering beauty of Nærøyfjord, one of the most dramatic and narrowest fjords in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.”
St. Petersburg, Russia
~ Marius Zaharia, Destination Manager, Star Breeze
Geiranger, Norway
FEATURED PORTS: Geiranger, Norway Perched on the shores of Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Geiranger’s scenery is breathtaking. Tourists have flocked to this area since 1869 to access some of the most spectacular fjord country, yet in the off-season the town is home to only 250 permanent residents. Climb the 11 hairpin turns and nine Highlands, Scotland
REGION SNAPSHOT OUR NORTHERN EUROPE ITINER ARIES make the most of long summer days and offer extensive scenic cruising so you can appreciate the breathtaking fjords of Norway and Iceland. See the don’t-miss sights you’ve dreamed of, but get closer as we dock within walking distance of many historic downtowns. Then go beyond, to far-flung British Isles that few ever see, to tiny towns around the fringe of Iceland, and up storied fjords like Geirangerfjord and Sognefjord with their majestic mountains, picturesque cliff farms, and spectacular waterfalls. WHY WINDSTAR’S NORTHERN EUROPE: • View Northern Europe’s sparkling fjords from the sea where their beauty is most impressive, and from a small ship where their scale is best appreciated
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• Take advantage of the Midnight Sun to see more during extended stays and overnights • Enjoy unique and popular itineraries including a complete circumnavigation of Iceland
• Travel to far-flung isles that are difficult to reach by other means, like Portrush, Portree, Heimaey, Seydisfordur, Fishguard, and the Isle of Man
• Dock in or near historic city centers in places like St. Petersburg, Edinburgh, and Reykjavik • All-suite ships let you travel in comfort and enjoy the views from expansive windows
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Countries visited:
21
Ships in the region: Star Breeze, Star Pride Overnights in: Seydisfjordur, Iceland; St. Petersburg, Russia; Bergen, Norway
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St. Petersburg, Russia Russia’s gilded “Window to the West,” founded by Peter the Great, combines a fascinating Russian heritage with a distinctly European outlook, as you’ll discover during your
overnight stay. Almost every street offers a wealth of history and culture. The major attractions alone — the Winter Palace, the Hermitage, Peter and Paul Fortress — can easily fill a visit. But some claim a better sense of Russia from visiting the metro’s ornate subway stations (“palaces of the people” built to honor Stalin), shopping a local market or sipping vodka at a local pub.
FEATURED SHORE EXCURSIONS:
Itineraries:
Late nights in: Alesund, Norway; Belfast, Northern Ireland; Edinburgh, Scotland; Klaipeda, Lithuania; St.-Malo, France and more
percent grade of the “Troll Ladder” for outstanding views. Visit tiny goat villages to sample homemade cheese. Go kayaking. Buy yourself a mango ice cream cone and rub the troll’s belly for luck. (You’ll know him when you see him.)
Heimaey Island: Caves & Islands RIB Safari Lying off the south coast of Iceland is Heimaey, part of the Westman Islands. This area is famous for its bird life, including the world’s largest puffin breeding colony. But it’s also known for its geology. In 1973 a volcano on the island erupted, devastating a city and leaving behind a modern-day Pompeii. Travel by RIB boat to caves lined with beautiful volcano-made basalt columns,
some that seem to writhe with refracted light and others with perfect acoustics. If you’re lucky you may also sight orcas, dolphins, porpoises, or seals along the way. Portrush: Antrim Coast & Giant’s Causeway Absorb the rough-hewn beauty of the Antrim Coast, where the lush green of “the glens” (the same glens as sung about in “Danny Boy”) collides with a volcanic shore worn and sculpted by the Atlantic and Irish Seas. Wander the eerie medieval ruins of Dunluce
Castle, seeming to erupt from the promontory on which it’s built. Then move on to the Giant’s Causeway, a bizarre basalt rock formation that legend says was built by an Irish giant named Finn McCool as a walkway between Scotland and Ireland. Return to Portrush with your head filled with myths and ghost stories.
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Godafoss Falls
St. Petersburg, Russia
AROUND ICELAND
BALTIC DELIGHTS
REYKJAVIK TO REYKJAVIK : 7 DAYS
COPENHAGEN TO STOCKHOLM : 10 DAYS
Dramatic scenery and curious communities coalesce on this weeklong circumnavigation of Iceland. Explore a country everyone wants to visit, and go far beyond the tourist hotspots to remote fjords, raging waterfalls, and small fishing villages. Get to know the independent and creative Icelanders and watch whales and seabirds play offshore.
Visit seven magical countries and nine delightful cities as you travel through the Baltic’s most fascinating cultures and breathtaking scenery. Your ship docks close to the center of most ports placing you just steps away from major sights, while an overnight stay in St. Petersburg gives you time to savor more of the imperial city’s wonders.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
• Soak in Reykjavik’s famous Blue Lagoon, a soothing 98–104°F year round
• Take a polar flight to Grimsey Island and stand half in, half out of the Arctic Circle
• Spend two days exploring the sights of St. Petersburg when you overnight there
• Stop in Gdansk’s Old Town to shop for amber, the prized souvenir of the Baltic Sea
• Sail past Surtsey Island, the youngest place on earth, created by an eruption in 1963
• Witness the rainbow-colored beauty of Godafoss, “Waterfall of the Gods,” outside Akureyri
• Cruise the stunning Stockholm Archipelago
• Sample Bornholm’s famous smoked herring, produced here for generations
• Visit the island of Heimaey, the Pompeii of the North, covered in ash by a devastating 1973 eruption
• Meet a friendly Icelandic horse, brought to Iceland by the Vikings in the 9th or 10th century A.D.
• Overnight in Seydisfjordur, with its colorful historic houses imported from Norway by wealthy merchants at the turn of the 20th century
Norwegian Sea
ITINERARY Day 1 Reykjavik, Iceland Day 2
Isafjordur Akureyri ICELAND
Grundarfjordur
Reykjavik
Seydisfjordur
Heimaey Island, Iceland
Days 3/4 Seydisfjordur, Iceland (Overnight) Day 5
Akureyri, Iceland
Day 6
Isafjordur, Iceland
Day 7
Grundarfjordur, Iceland
Day 8
Reykjavik, Iceland
• Walk the pedestrian streets of medieval Tallinn surrounded by hundreds of years of history • Visit the impressive Stone Church in Helsinki, carved out of solid rock • Enjoy the playful folkloric sculptures on Witches’ Hill in Klaipeda
DEPARTURE DATES FINLAND
Star Breeze: Jun 25; Jul 2, 9, 23, 30; Aug 6*, 13, 2019; Jun 20, 27; Jul 4, 11, 18, 25; Aug 1, 8, 15, 22, 2020
Mariehamn
Helsinki
Stockholm Tallinn RUSSIA ESTONIA
*Aug 6, 2019 departure travels in reverse order.
SWEDEN
DENMARK
Baltic Sea
Copenhagen
Klaipeda LITHUANIA
Bornholm Gdansk POLAND
Heimaey Island
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St. Petersburg
• Tour the incredible Hermitage ranked as one of the world’s finest museums and created by Catherine the Great • Go kayaking in the Finnish Archipelago
ITINERARY Day 1 Copenhagen, Denmark
DEPARTURE DATES
Day 2
Bornholm, Denmark
Day 3
Gdansk, Poland
*Jul 6 departure visits ports in a slightly different order.
Day 4
Klaipeda, Lithuania
Day 5
At Sea
Star Pride: Jul 6*, 31, 2019
Days 6/7 St. Petersburg, Russia (Overnight) Day 8
Tallinn, Estonia
Day 9
Helsinki, Finland
Day 10
Mariehamn, Aland Islands, Finland
Day 11
Stockholm, Sweden
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Ullapool, Scotland
Kiel Canal
BEAUTY OF THE BALTIC & KIEL CANAL
BELLES OF THE BRITISH ISLES
AMSTERDAM TO STOCKHOLM : 10 DAYS
EDINBURGH TO LONDON : 10 DAYS
Discover the radiant beauty of Baltic capitals from the fairytale castles and gardens of Copenhagen to Tallinn’s medieval walls and Helsinki’s charming Old Town. Spend two days in St. Petersburg enthralled by the gold-and-amber excesses of imperial palaces, the Hermitage, a perfectly performed ballet. Then venture to places off the beaten path, including some reserved exclusively for small ships like ours. Cruise through the middle of the German countryside as you cross the Kiel Canal. Nose into the tiny port of Harlingen with its 600 historic homes and UNESCO-designated wetlands. Stand on deck as your elegant ship arrives in Mariehamn, Port of the Last Windjammers, and docks next to a lovely windjammer from ages past. Go to sleep each night with stars in your eyes, even as the Midnight Sun is slow to set.
Close in geography, distinct in culture, the countries of the British Isles offer their own unique takes on the United Kingdom. See it all with the perspective only a Windstar ship can give you as you visit small-ship-only ports like Ullapool and Fishguard and stay in key cities like Belfast and Dublin late into the evening. Explore castle ruins and gardens in Scotland. Check the Giant’s Causeway and Blarney Castle off your list in Ireland. Discover the idyllic Cornish village of St. Ives. Even your disembarkation is an adventure as you berth in Portsmouth, one of the most interesting cruise ports in the world.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Visit all of the countries in the United Kingdom and Ireland
• Transit through Kiel Canal, the busiest artificial canal in the world
• From Helsinki, go kayaking in the Finnish Archipelago
• Enjoy late night stays in Belfast and Dublin
• Sightsee Pembrokeshire in searching for one or more of the 526 prehistoric sites found there, including hill forts, chambered tombs, stone circles, and standing stones
• Visit the medieval old town of Tallinn
• Try herring broodjes (raw herring in a roll), an Amsterdam local favorite
• Sip whisky and tour a Scottish distillery
• Find where the Titanic was built in Belfast
• Greet the Little Mermaid on your way to Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen
• See beautiful Picton Castle in Wales
• Walk through the picturesque filming location for Game of Thrones
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
• See a ballet and have extra time to explore as you overnight in St. Petersburg
Mariehamn
Stockholm
FINLAND St. Petersburg
Helsinki RUSSIA
Tallinn ESTONIA
SWEDEN North Sea DENMARK
Copenhagen
Kiel Canal GERMANY Harlingen
Amsterdam
THE NETHERLANDS
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Baltic Sea
ITINERARY Day 1 Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 2 Day 3
Harlingen, Netherlands
Day 10
Mariehamn, Aland Islands, Finland
Day 11
Stockholm, Sweden
Day 4
Copenhagen, Denmark
DEPARTURE DATE
Day 5
At Sea
Star Breeze: May 14, 2019
Day 6
Tallinn, Estonia
Day 9
Helsinki, Finland
ITINERARY Day 1 Leith (Edinburgh), Scotland
Ullapool
Tobermory
SCOTLAND
Glasgow Belfast
Transit Kiel Canal, Germany
Days 7/8 St. Petersburg, Russia (Overnight)
Atlantic Ocean
Dublin
Edinburgh
IRELAND
(Dun Laoghaire)
Cork
ENGLAND London WALES (Portsmouth) Fishguard
Falmouth
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Ullapool, Scotland
Day 4
Tobermory, Isle of Mull, United Kingdom
Day 5
Glasgow/Greenock, Scotland
Day 6
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Day 7
Dun Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland
Day 8
Fishguard, Wales
Day 9
Cork, Ireland
Day 10
Falmouth, England
Day 11
Portsmouth (London), England
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Breeze: Sep 15, 2019
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Faroe Islands
Edinburgh, Scotland
GAELIC EXPLORERS
LANDS OF THE MIDNIGHT SUN
DUBLIN TO EDINBURGH (or reverse) : 8 DAYS
COPENHAGEN TO REYKJAVIK, OR REYKJAVIK TO EDINBURGH : 10 DAYS
From the pubs of Dublin to the castles of Edinburgh, journey through hills and highlands, idyllic islands, and lyrical landscapes. Here in the land of good Scotch and great golf, astonishing natural beauty meets refined elegance in beautiful ports and quaint marinas. Celebrate Scotland’s iconic past and lively present – and toast the spirit of the Emerald Isle.
Cruise beneath the Midnight Sun to sparkling Norwegian fjords, steaming Icelandic geysers, ancient Scottish standing stones, and the bucolic Faroe Islands. Hear the echoes of Old Norse tongues, see lands once lauded in ancient Viking sagas, and witness sights that will stir your soul. As a guest of Windstar, you experience it all from a uniquely thrilling perspective.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • View the Giant’s Causeway, a legendary basalt formation and UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Tour Dunvegan Castle on the Isle of Skye, the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland
• Have a wee dram o’ whisky at Orkney’s world-famous distillery
• See the 5,000-year-old Ring of Brodgar, a UNESCO site rivaling England’s Stonehenge
• Monster-watch over Loch Ness from the battlements of historic Urquhart Castle
• Walk the Royal Mile up to Edinburgh Castle • Appreciate the music of a traditional Irish band in Portrush
Atlantic Ocean
Kirkwall
Portree
Tobermory Portrush
IRELAND
Isle of Man
Dublin
(Dun Laoghaire)
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ITINERARY Day 1 Dun Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland Day 2
Douglas, Isle of Man, United Kingdom
Day 3
Portrush, Northern Ireland
Edinburgh
Day 4
Tobermory, Isle of Mull, United Kingdom
North Sea
Day 5
Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland
Day 6
Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland
Invergordon SCOTLAND
Day 7
Invergordon, Scotland
Day 8
At Sea
Day 9
Leith (Edinburgh), Scotland
DEPARTURE DATES
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Overnight in Bergen with time to window shop along colorful Bryggen, Bergen’s old Hanseatic wharf and a UNESCO site
• Discover traditional villages of the Faroe Islands, complete with turf roofs
• Cruise Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, past tumbling waterfalls and abandoned mountain farms
• Photograph the Hellesylt Waterfall which divides the UNESCO town
ITINERARY Day 1 Copenhagen, Denmark
Reykjavik ICELAND
Norwegian Sea
Torshavn, Faroe Islands Hellesylt
Star Pride: Jun 20, 2019* Star Breeze: Aug 30 , 2019 = Reverse Route *Jun 20 departure visits Stornoway instead of Kirkwall.
• See St. Magnus Cathedral, Earl’s and Bishop’s Palaces, and sip Scotland’s most northerly whisky in Kirkwall
• Admire the Art Nouveau architecture of Alesund
Lerwick Kirkwall North Sea
Geiranger Alesund Bergen NORWAY
Copenhagen
Day 2
At Sea
Days 3/4 Bergen, Norway (Overnight)
Day 9
Torshavn, Faroe Islands, Denmark
Day 10
At Sea
Day 11
Reykjavik, Iceland
Day 5
Geiranger, Norway
Day 5
Hellesylt, Norway
Day 6
Alesund, Norway
Star Breeze: Jun 15; Aug 20*, 2019
Day 7
Lerwick, Shetland Islands, United Kingdom
Star Pride: Aug 18, 2019
Day 8
Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland
DEPARTURE DATES
*Aug 20 departure travels in reverse, ends in Edinburgh instead of Copenhagen and may visit ports in a slightly different order.
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Flam, Norway
Tallinn, Estonia
NORWAY’S FAMOUS FJORDS
SCANDINAVIA & BALTIC SPECTACULAR
EDINBURGH TO COPENHAGEN, OR COPENHAGEN TO COPENHAGEN : 8 DAYS
STOCKHOLM TO COPENHAGEN : 7 or 8 DAYS
Experience the legendary beauty of Norway’s fjord country with its mountains, glaciers, waterfalls, and colorful villages. More than a thousand fjords lace the west coast of Norway, carved by glaciers and filled by the Norwegian Sea, like Sognefjord, stunning from every angle. The views are spectacular — from the Flam Railway as it winds through the mountains and past waterfalls high above Aurlandsfjord — to the fjords themselves as you cruise on Star Pride. Tiny hill farms, half-timbered houses, and stave churches pass by, leading the way to the Art Nouveau architecture of Alesund, the colorful Hanseatic pier in Bergen, and sights too beautiful to imagine.
Marvel at the sheer magnitude of it all. The charming Old Towns of Stockholm, Tallinn, and Helsinki. Copenhagen’s picture-perfect Nyhavn wharf. St. Petersburg’s imperial grandeur and treasure trove of visual and performing arts. Marvel again at the ever-changing panorama of emerald archipelagos, fairytale castles, and immaculately manicured gardens. Five countries in a week, yet nothing feels hurried. There’s time to stroll the Nevsky Prospect for amber earrings, explore the golden age of sail on Mariehamn’s classic windjammer, and spend a day at sea relaxing with a good book and a perfect massage in the WindSpa.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Appreciate the majesty of 2,000-foot-high Pulpit Rock
• Admire Alesund’s Art Nouveau style, considered Norway’s most beautiful town
• Ride the famous Flam Railway
• Have your camera ready to take in the dramatic scenery and natural beauty of this region and the fjords in Stavanger and Flam
• Walk through Bergen’s Bryggen District, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Alesund North Sea
Olden/Loen Flam Bergen NORWAY Stavanger
SCOTLAND
Edinburgh
Copenhagen DENMARK
• Visit the Little Mermaid on your way to Copenhagen’s Tivoli Gardens
ITINERARY Day 1 Leith (Edinburgh), Scotland
DEPARTURE DATES
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Stavanger, Norway
Day 4
Flam, Norway
*Jul 23 departure starts from Copenhagen instead of Edinburgh, and visits Geiranger instead of Olden/Loen.
Day 5
Alesund, Norway
Day 6
Olden/Loen, Norway
Day 7
Bergen, Norway
Day 8
At Sea
Day 9
Copenhagen, Denmark
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Cruise from the stunning Stockholm Archipelago to the colorful Mariehamn Archipelago
• Revel at the incredible Stone Church in Helsinki, carved out of solid rock
• Visit the medieval old town of Tallinn surrounded by hundreds of years of history
• Overnight in St. Petersburg with time to explore sites like the Winter Palace, the Hermitage Museum, St. Isaac’s Cathedral, and Catherine’s Palace
• Kayak in the Finnish Archipelago
Star Pride: Jun 28; Jul 23*, 2019
ITINERARY Day 1 Stockholm, Sweden Day 2
FINLAND
Mariehamn
Helsinki
Day 3
Stockholm St. Petersburg
Tallinn ESTONIA
SWEDEN North Sea
Elsinore DENMARK Baltic Sea
Copenhagen
RUSSIA
Mariehamn, Aland Islands, Finland Tallinn, Estonia
DEPARTURE DATES
Star Breeze: Jun 8, 2019* Star Pride: Jul 16*; Aug 10, 2019 *7-day departures do not visit Elsinore.
Days 4/5 St. Petersburg, Russia (Overnight) Day 6
Helsinki, Finland
Day 7
At Sea
Day 8
Elsinore, Denmark
Day 9
Copenhagen, Denmark
(May visit ports in a slightly different order.)
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NEW
NEW Mont St. Michel
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
TAPESTRIES, TOWERS & TARTE NORMANDE: EUROPE’S ATLANTIC EDGE
A TOUCH OF TAPAS & A PINT OF GUINNESS
LISBON TO AMSTERDAM, OR LONDON TO LISBON : 8 DAYS
On some voyages there are as many memorable moments from small things as large, and this is one of those. Take yellow tram #28 to Lisbon’s Alfama and Baixa past old tiled buildings and palatial houses. Discover Pastéis de Nata (custard tarts) in Porto … and wish you hadn’t. Snack on cider and cheese in Gijón’s peaceful Jardines de Begona. Watch as Frank Gehry’s Guggenheim seems to move as it captures reflections of the river. Realize as you’re looking at the Book of Kells in Dublin’s Trinity College Library that Oscar Wilde and Samuel Becket may have stood right here. For every major attraction (and there are many), a dozen other intriguing stories beg to be heard.
Rich in delicious culinary and cultural indulgences, this 8-day cruise along Western Europe’s Atlantic shores touches on sights and destinations far removed from the typical and touristy. Drift past the storied Port wine shipping warehouses as Porto’s historic Douro River intermingles with the Atlantic. Indulge in the centuries-old passion of slurping Cancale’s French oysters paired perfectly with tart Chablis, or nibble on a fruity-almond-custard Tarte Normande, an ideal indulgence that pairs equally well with pressed coffee or vanilla bean ice cream. Weave between pedestrians and fellow cyclists on a bike tour beside Amsterdam’s placid canals, old shops, open flea markets, and one-of-a-kind boutiques.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Taste the famous oysters of Cancale in St.-Malo
• Tap your feet to an onboard fado music performance in Porto
• Visit beautiful Mont St. Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and technical and artistic tour de force
• Take a photo of the Jersey cows on their home soil
• From El Ferrol, make a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre
North Sea
London
NETHERLANDS
Amsterdam
BELGIUM
Atlantic Ocean
Cherbourg St. Helier St.-Malo El Ferrol
Lisbon
POR
TUG
(Lexio)
AL
Porto
SPAIN
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FRANCE
Bruges
• Admire classical Flemish art at Bruges’ Groeningemuseum
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Find the Eulogy of the Horizon sculpture in Gijón and sample refreshing cider
• See the world’s largest collection of Waterford Crystal, renowned for its musical ring and dazzling light refractions
• Don’t miss the onboard fado music performance in Porto
• Sail along the breathtaking Brittany coastline, indented with numerous cliffs, rias, and capes
• Tour the extraordinary Abbey Gardens on the Isles of Scilly, home to exotic species from 80 countries
• Inspect the intricate work of the Bayeux Tapestry in Cherbourg
ITINERARY Day 1 Lisbon, Portugal
DEPARTURE DATES
Day 2
*Sep 25 travels in reverse, stars in Portsmouth (London) instead of Amsterdam and may visit ports in a slightly different order.
Day 3
LISBON TO DUBLIN : 8 DAYS
Lexio (Porto), Portugal El Ferrol, Spain
Day 4
At Sea
Day 5
St.-Malo, France
Day 6
Cherbourg, France
Day 7
St. Helier, Jersey, Channel Islands, United Kingdom
Day 8
Oostende (Bruges), Belgium
Day 9
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Dublin
Star Breeze: May 6; Sep 25*, 2019
IRELAND
Waterford Isles of Scilly Atlantic Ocean
Gijón
Porto
El Ferrol
North Sea
ITINERARY Day 1 Lisbon, Portugal Day 2
Lexio (Porto), Portugal
Day 3
El Ferrol, Spain
Day 4
Gijón, Spain
Day 5
Bilbao, Spain
Day 6
At Sea
Day 7
Isles of Scilly, Cornwall, England
Day 8
Waterford, Ireland
Day 9
Dun Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland
Bilbao PORTUGAL
Lisbon SPAIN
DEPARTURE DATE
Star Pride: Jun 12, 2019
WINDSTAR CRUISES :: 153
OCEAN CROSSINGS
TRANSOCEANIC VOYAGES
157
CLOSER TO THE SEA T I M E H A N G S S U S P E N D E D L I K E T H E M O O N A B OV E . Pleasures linger like fine wine on the palate rather than being rushed along by the turbulence of daily life. You’ve never had days like this — free of obligation and with no ruler for success other than meeting your pillow with a smile. You’ve never seen stars like this — pushing back the abyss of space with impossible brightness. Progress is measured in intimate conversations, sunrises and sunsets, visits to the Bridge, a massage in the spa. There are magical ports on the horizon, yes, but your desire for haste has somehow dissolved away in a sea of serenity.
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PORTUGAL
PORTUGAL USA
USA
Atlantic Ocean
Lisbon
St. Maarten
Atlantic Ocean
AFRICA
Bridgetown
Antigua
Antigua
SOUTH AMERICA
LISBON, PORTUGAL TO PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN
LISBON, PORTUGAL TO BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Wind Surf: 13 Days (includes St. John’s)
Wind Star: 14 Days
LISBON, PORTUGAL TO ORANJESTAD, ARUBA
Star Breeze: 14 Days (includes St. John’s)
Departing: November 20, 2018
Departing: November 11, 2018
AFRICA
(St. John’s)
SOUTH AMERICA
SOUTH AMERICA
Lisbon
Oranjestad ARUBA
BARBADOS
(St. John’s)
Atlantic Ocean
Lisbon
AFRICA
(Philipsburg)
PORTUGAL USA
Departing: November 28, 2018
Wind Star: 14 Days (does not include St. John’s) Departing: November 12, 2019
Wind Surf: 14 Days (includes St. John’s) Departing: November 30, 2019
TRANSOCEANIC VOYAGES :: A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO REJUVENATE
Horta
Reconnect and recharge as you experience the sublime pleasures of an ocean crossing. Bow points to an invisible shore. Stern traces a froth-edged line across the sea. Keep an eye out for birds and marine life or lose yourself in that book you’ve never had time to read. Out here on the streamlined sailing and all-suite
USA
USA
AZORES
Lisbon
San Juan
AFRICA
Atlantic Ocean PUERTO RICO
ships of Windstar, you have all the time in the world to relax and restore. SOUTH AMERICA
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS • Take in sweeping ocean vistas from your stateroom or suite • Find time for your favorite indulgences without feeling guilty — from a relaxing massage to breakfast in bed • Discover new friendships with like-minded travelers • Experience the private yacht lifestyle with no interruptions • Savor extraordinary cuisine — and then try the great fitness equipment to work it off • Enlighten yourself dropping by the Bridge for an impromptu navigation lesson • Stand on deck to witness more stars overhead than you ever imagined
Ocean Crossings are an opportunity to lose yourself in the endless portrait of open seas … It gives you a chance to really unwind, relax and to catch the trade winds in your sails.
STARS OVER THE AZORES SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO TO LISBON, PORTUGAL
Star Pride: 13 Days (includes Horta, Azores) Departing: March 19, 2019
Ponta Delgada
PORTUGAL
PORTUGAL Atlantic Ocean
Lisbon AFRICA
Bridgetown
PORTUGAL
Lisbon
St. Maarten
Atlantic Ocean
BARBADOS
SOUTH AMERICA
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS TO LISBON, PORTUGAL
OCEAN CROSSING + PONTA DELGADA, AZORES
Wind Star: 15 Days
PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN TO LISBON, PORTUGAL
Departing: March 30, 2019
Star Breeze : 12 Days Departing: April 14, 2019
Wind Surf: 14 Days (includes Ponta Delgada, Azores) Departing: April 9, 2019
James Anderson-Smith Destination Manager Star Legend
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The Watersports Platform is not available on these itineraries.
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Norway
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
GRAND WEST COAST, CENTRAL AMERICA & CARIBBEAN EXPLORATION No other Pacific Coast cruises rival the scenery, depth, and delicious details encountered throughout this 65-day exploration of America’s West Coast, British Columbia, Central America, Panama, and the sunny Caribbean. Wine taste down the West Coast, explore Alaskan frontier ports, Baja beaches, remote Costa Rican rainforests, and colorful Caribbean reefs. ALASKA
Juneau
Tracy Arm/Endicott Arm
Wrangell Misty Fjords Ketchikan Prince Rupert Grenville Channel
Inian Islands
Icy Strait Point
FREE Laundry
Metlakatla Gulf of Alaska
VANCOUVER TO SAN JUAN : 65 DAYS Vancouver, Scenic Cruising Canadian Inside Passage, Metlakatla, Wrangell, Scenic Cruising Tracy Arm/Endicott Arm, Inian Islands/Icy Strait Point, Juneau, Scenic Cruising Misty Fjords, Ketchikan, Prince Rupert, Seattle, Cruising the Columbia River, Portland, Sausalito, San Francisco, Monterey, San Diego, Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Loreto, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo, Huatulco, Puerto Chiapas, Playas del Coco, Puerto Caldera, Quepos, Puerto Jimenez (Golfo Dulce), Isla Parida, Balboa, Transit Panama Canal, Colón, Cayo Holandes, Cartagena, Santa Marta, Santo Domingo, Isla Catalina, Vieques, St. Barthélemy, Montserrat, St. Maarten, Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Gorda, Guadeloupe, Bequia, Grenada, St. Lucia, San Juan
STAR COLLECTOR VOYAGES
CANADA
Vancouver
Inside Passage
Seattle Cruising the Columbia River Portland
Pacific Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Sausalito San Francisco Monterey
USA
San Diego
Vieques
San Juan
Sea of Cortez
Loreto
La Paz
MEXICO
Cabo San Lucas Puerto Vallarta
Manzanillo Huatulco
Puerto Chiapas Playas del Coco
St. Barthélemy (Gustavia)
Montserrat
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
(Little Bay)
Guadeloupe
PUERTO RICO
(Les Saintes)
Santa Marta Cartagena
Puerto Caldera Quepos
(Manuel Antonio National Park)
COLOMBIA
Golfo Dulce
(Puerto Jimenez)
Isla Parida
(Philipsburg)
Santo Domingo
COSTA RICA PANAMA
Colón
Panama Canal
Virgin Gorda St. Maarten
Isla Catalina
Gulf of Mexico
Jost Van Dyke
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
Bequia Grenada (St. George’s)
Balboa
(Fuerte Amador)
Cayo Holandes
Star Legend: Sep 12, 2019
Monterey, California
B AC K-T O - B AC K C R U I S E S W I T H F R E E L AU N D RY Star Collector Voyages combine some of our most popular itineraries for a more in-depth exploration of each region. Featuring longer voyages of 13+ days and few repeated ports, take advantage of your time here and unpack only once. Travel the world spending more time sampling exotic cuisines, immersing yourself in new cultures, and discovering perspectives that open your heart and return you home with a soul fulfilled. All Star Collector Voyages feature FREE daily laundry, so you can travel light and come home with a well-traveled suitcase and one less chore.
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WINDSTAR CRUISES :: 159
Rovinj, Croatia
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
GRAND MEDITERRANEAN
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
EPIC EAST ASIA Take the full measure of East Asia’s charms on this 47-day voyage as you lounge on the spectacular beaches of the Philippines, sample Malaysia’s delectable cuisines, explore China’s treasure trove of history, and take in Japan’s stunning shrines and gardens. Rare ports like Ko Kut, Thailand, and Tamano, Japan, alternate with leisurely overnights in exotic favorites like Phuket, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Manila, and Busan. With just enough sea days to let you catch your breath (never more than two in a row), this port intensive journey shows you Asia as few ever see it.
Explore Southern Europe’s smallest ports and largest landmarks on Windstar’s most comprehensive, 51-day cruise along the stunning and unforgettable coastlines of the Mediterranean. From the Strait of Gibraltar all the way to the Aegean Sea, leave no port unexplored and no dreams unrealized.
LISBON TO BARCELONA : 51 DAYS Lisbon, Cádiz, Gibraltar, Málaga, Almeria (Granada), Cartagena, Palma de Mallorca, Mahon, Alghero, Amalfi, Catania, Valletta, Gythion, Athens, Nafplio, Mykonos, Ermoupoli, Kusadasi, Patmos, Rhodes, Agios Nikolaos, Santorini, Monemvasia, Corfu, Monopoli, Dubrovnik, Komiza, Zadar, Venice, Rovinj, Split, Kotor, Giardini Naxos (Taormina), Sorrento, Rome, Portoferraio, Portofino, Monte Carlo, Cannes, Sanary-sur Mer, Port-Vendres, Barcelona
Beijing
(Tianjin)
Busan
Wind Surf: Jul 7, 2019
SOUTH KOREA
Qingdao
FRANCE
Shanghai
Cannes
Monte Carlo
Sanary-sur-Mer Port-Vendres/ Collioure PORTUGAL
Lisbon Cadiz
SPAIN
Portoferraio
Cartagena
Mahon
Málaga Almería
Gibraltar
CROATIA Zadar Split
ITALY Rome
Barcelona
Palma de Mallorca Alghero
CHINA
Rovinj
Venice Portofino
(Civitavecchia)
Monopoli
SICILY
Athens
Ermoupoli
Nafplio Giardini Naxos Gythion
TURKEY
Mykonos Kusadasi Patmos Rhodes
Monemvasia
Santorini
Agios Nikolaos
FREE Laundry
Wind Surf, British Virgin Islands
BANGKOK TO TOKYO : 47 DAYS
(Kerkyra)
(Piraeus)
Valletta
TAIWAN
Taipei
Hiroshima Karatsu
JAPAN
Tokyo Tamano (Uno)
Ishigaki
(Keelung)
Catania
(Granada)
(Osaka)
Hong Kong
FREE Laundry
Dubrovnik
MONTENEGRO Mont. Kotor Corfu GREECE
Komiža Amalfi SARDINIA Sorrento
East China Sea
Shimizu Kyoto
Mediterranean Sea
Bangkok, Ko Kut, Malacca, Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Porto Malai (Langkawi), Patong Bay (Phuket), George Town (Penang), Singapore, Kuching, Muara (Bandar Seri Begawan), Kota Kinabalu, Puerto Princesa (Palawan), Boracay, Busuanga Island (Coron), Manila, Hundred Islands, Hong Kong, Keelung (Taipei), Ishigaki Island, Shanghai, Qingdao, Tianjin (Beijing), Karatsu, Busan, Hiroshima, Uno (Tamano), Osaka (Kyoto), Shimizu, Tokyo
Hundred Islands
THAILAND
South China Sea
Bangkok
Manila
Coron
Ko Kut
Boracay
(Busuanga Island)
Palawan
(Puerto Princesa)
Phuket
(Patong Bay)
PHILIPPINES
Langkawi
MALAYSIA
Penang
Kota Kinabalu Bandar Seri Begawan
BRUNEI MALAYSIA
Kuala Lumpur
(Port Klang)
Malacca
Singapore
(Muara)
Kuching
Star Legend: Feb 8, 2019
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Panama Canal
GRAND CARIBBEAN ADVENTURE Explore the depth and breadth of the Caribbean on this 56-day odyssey aboard our flagship Wind Surf, from tiny yachtsmen’s favorites to glitzy celebrity getaways, historic colonial towns to the incredible Panama Canal. Go cave tubing in Belize and windsurfing off Bonaire. Snorkel with friendly sea turtles and rays in waters as clear as glass. Climb the battlements of colonial forts and the arrowhead peak of Gros Piton in St. Lucia. It’s the ultimate cruise, circling the Caribbean discovering the brilliant colors, textures, and fascinating history found here.
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
3 AMERICAS
Take the full measure of the Americas as you explore North America’s vibrant West Coast, Central America’s manmade and natural wonders, and South America’s colonial legacy.
Vancouver
CANADA
Seattle Cruising the Columbia River Portland
Soper's Hole
Sausalito San Francisco Monterey
Jost Van Dyke Cozumel Isla Mujeres Costa Maya
FREE Laundry
ST. MAARTEN TO ST. MAARTEN : 56 DAYS St. Maarten, Antigua, Soper’s Hole/Tortola, Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Gorda, St. Barthélemy, St. Kitts, Montserrat, Guadeloupe, Dominica, St. Lucia, Barbados, Martinique, Grenada, Mayreau, Bequia, Tobago, Soufriere, Bonaire, Curaçao, Aruba, Santa Marta, Cartagena, Bocas del Toro, Puerto Moin, Partial Transit Panama Canal/Gatun Lake, Colón, Isla San Andrés, Roatan, Belize City, Costa Maya, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, Port Antonio, Santo Domingo, Isla Catalina
Wind Surf: Jan 4, 2020
Isla Catalina
Virgin Gorda
St. Maarten
Santo Domingo
St. Barthélemy
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC JAMAICA BELIZE Grand Cayman St. Kitts Roatán Port Antonio (Basseterre) GUATEMALA HONDURAS Aruba Montserrat Caribbean (Oranjestad) (Little Bay) Sea Isla San Andrés
Puerto Moin COSTA RICA
Colón
PANAMA
Bocas del Toro Gatun Lake/ Panama Canal
Santa Marta
(Gustavia)
COLOMBIA
Antigua
(Falmouth Harbour)
Guadeloupe (Deshaies)
Dominica (Roseau)
Mayreau Grenada
(St. George’s)
Tobago
Cartagena
Atlantic Ocean
(Philipsburg)
Cayman Brac
MEXICO Belize City
USA
San Diego
(Man-O-War Bay)
Bonaire
(Kralendijk)
Curaçao
(Willemstad)
FREE Laundry
Martinique (Anse Mitan)
St. Lucia (Castries)
Barbados
(Bridgetown)
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
St. Lucia (Soufriere)
Bequia
VANCOUVER TO SAN JUAN : 39 DAYS Vancouver, Seattle, Cruising the Columbia River, Portland, Sausalito, San Francisco, Monterey, San Diego, Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Loreto, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo, Huatulco, Puerto Chiapas, Playas del Coco, Bahia Herradura, Puerto Caldera, Quepos, Puerto Jimenez (Golfo Dulce), Isla Parida, Balboa, Transit Panama Canal, Colón, Cayo Holandes, Cartagena, Santa Marta, Santo Domingo, Isla Catalina, San Juan
Gulf Santo Domingo Loreto La Paz of Isla Catalina Mexico MEXICO Cabo San Lucas DOMINICAN Huatulco Puerto Vallarta San Juan REPUBLIC Manzanillo PUERTO RICO Puerto Chiapas Caribbean Sea COSTA Playas del Coco Santa Marta RICA Bahia Herradura Cartagena Cayo Holandes Puerto Caldera Quepos COLOMBIA Golfo Dulce PANAMA Isla Parida Pacific Ocean Colón Balboa
Panama Canal
Star Legend: Sep 24, 2019 160 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
WINDSTAR CRUISES :: 161
ASIA STAR COLLECTOR VOYAGES :: BACK-TO-BACK CRUISES WITH FREE LAUNDRY
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Phuket, Thailand
BEAUTY OF BORNEO, INDONESIA & THE PHILIPPINES Steaming volcanoes bathed in waning orange sunlight. Misty, jungle-shrouded mountain ranges serenaded by echoing birdsong. Authentic spicy Laksa — steaming noodles topped with prawns, chicken or eggs — perfectly paired with sincere and local hospitality. Acquaint yourself with the allure of small Indonesian islands and littleknown Philippine ports during this 25-day cruise of the most memorable destinations throughout Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Hong Kong Hundred Islands Manila
Coron
Boracay
(Busuanga Island)
Palawan
(Puerto Princesa)
PHILIPPINES
Kota Kinabalu Bandar Seri Begawan
(Muara)
Singapore Kuching
BRUNEI
BANGKOK TO HONG KONG : 25 DAYS
MALAYSIA INDONESIA Pulau Menyawakan
Klong Toey (Bangkok), Ko Kut, Malacca, Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Porto Malai (Langkawi), Patong Bay (Phuket), George Town (Penang), Singapore, Kuching, Muara (Bandar Seri Begawan), Kota Kinabalu, Puerto Princesa (Palawan), Boracay, Busuanga Island (Coron), Manila, Hundred Islands, Hong Kong
Pulau Bawean Jakarta Semarang Probolinggo
Lembar
Bali
Komodo National Park
(Benoa)
BALI TO HONG KONG : 25 DAYS Bali, Lembar, Komodo National Park, Probolinggo, Pulau Bawean, Semarang, Pulau Menyawakan, Jakarta, Singapore, Kuching, Muara (Bandar Seri Begawan), Kota Kinabalu, Puerto Princesa (Palawan), Boracay, Busuanga Island (Coron), Manila, Hundred Islands, Hong Kong FREE Laundry
Jakarta, Indonesia
Star Legend: Jan 2, 2019
Hong Kong VIETNAM
Hundred Islands
Hoi An/Hue
THAILAND
(Da Nang)
Bangkok
Manila
South China Sea
(Klong Toey)
Nha Trang
Boracay
Coron
(Busuanga Island)
Ho Chi Minh City
PHILIPPINES
Kota Kinabalu Bandar Seri Begawan
Singapore Kuching
(Muara)
BRUNEI
Palawan
(Puerto Princesa)
MALAYSIA INDONESIA Pulau Menyawakan Pulau Bawean Jakarta
South China Sea
(Klong Toey)
Manila
Coron
Ko Kut
Boracay
(Busuanga Island)
Palawan
Phuket
(Puerto Princesa)
(Patong Bay)
PHILIPPINES
Kota Kinabalu LangKawi
Bandar Seri Begawan (Muara) MALAYSIA
Penang
BRUNEI
MALAYSIA
Kuala Lumpur
(Port Klang)
Malacca
Singapore
Kuching
Probolinggo
Bali
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
TOMBS, TEMPLES & TOWERS OF THE ORIENT
SINGAPORE TO BEIJING : 25 DAYS
Semarang Lembar Komodo National Park
Singapore, Kuching, Muara (Bandar Seri Begawan), Kota Kinabalu, Puerto Princesa (Palawan), Boracay, Busuanga Island (Coron), Manila, Hundred Islands, Hong Kong, Keelung (Taipei), Ishigaki Island, Shanghai, Qingdao, Tianjin (Beijing)
Bali, Lembar, Komodo National Park, Probolinggo, Pulau Bawean, Semarang, Pulau Menyawakan, Jakarta, Singapore, Kuching, Muara (Bandar Seri Begawan), Kota Kinabalu, Puerto Princesa (Palawan), Boracay, Busuanga Island (Coron), Manila, Hundred Islands, Hong Kong, Halong Bay (Hanoi), Da Nang (Hoi An/Hue), Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok
Beijing
(Tianjin)
Qingdao
CHINA
Shanghai
East China Sea
Ishigaki
TAIWAN
Taipei
(Keelung)
Hong Kong Hundred Islands South China Sea
Coron
(Busuanga Island)
Manila Boracay
Palawan
(Puerto Princesa)
Kota Kinabalu
PHILIPPINES
Bandar Seri Begawan
(Muara)
MALAYSIA
BRUNEI MALAYSIA
Singapore
Kuching
Star Legend: Feb 19, 2019
Star Legend: Jan 2, 2019
162 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
Hundred Islands
Bangkok
From the shimmer of sunlit waves to the twilight glitter of city lights, this 25-day cruise of Malaysia, China, and the Philippines blends visits to world landmarks and UNESCO heritage sites like the Great Wall and the Forbidden City with remote, lesser-known destinations such as Qingdao and Kuching, featuring tranquil temple gardens, pristine protected waters, and thriving outdoor village markets.
CHINA
Hanoi
(Halong Bay)
(Benoa)
FREE Laundry
Hong Kong THAILAND
Star Legend: Feb 8, 2019
Singapore
SOUTH CHINA SEA EXPLORER
BALI TO BANGKOK : 37 DAYS
CHINA
FREE Laundry
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Shy, spotted box fish peer between brittle tendrils of alabaster coral. Wary Komodo monitors lumber along sandy shorelines. Garishly painted jeepneys roll through congested Manila streets. Explore Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, Vietnam, and the Philippines in detail during this epic 37-day cruise of the South China Sea featuring landmark destinations like Bali and Komodo National Park, along with tranquil beaches and lesser-known coastal villages.
SOUTHEAST ASIA ARTISTRY Tropical tree roots tenaciously cling to imposing limestone cliffs above turquoise bays. Sea turtles silently tug at algae tufts while striped angelfish schools turn in unison. Unforgettable images continuously unfold during this 25-day voyage through the most scenic ports in Malaysia, Thailand, Brunei, and the Philippines.
CHINA
South China Sea
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
FREE Laundry
WINDSTAR CRUISES :: 163
CENTRAL AMERICA STAR COLLECTOR VOYAGES :: BACK-TO-BACK CRUISES WITH FREE LAUNDRY
TAHITI STAR COLLECTOR VOYAGES :: BACK-TO-BACK CRUISES WITH FREE LAUNDRY
Tahaa
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
TWICE THE TAHITI Ideal for anyone who can’t get enough of Tahiti, this unique cruise features twice the visits to ports, so you have double the opportunities to see and experience what you love, and you can do all the things you passed up during your previous stop.
PAPEETE TO PAPEETE : 17* or 18 DAYS Papeete, Fakarava Biosphere Reserve, Rangiroa, Motu Mahaea (Tahaa), Raiatea, Bora Bora, Huahine, Moorea
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Puerto Jimenez, Costa Rica
CARIBBEAN & PANAMANIAN PARADISE Enjoy three extraordinary vacations in one: A Caribbean beach escape, a historic Panama Canal transit, and a Costa Rican rainforest adventure.
TUAMOTU ISLANDS South Pacific
Bora Bora
Rangiroa
Fakarava
Huahine
Barbados, Bequia, Mayreau, Grenada, Bonaire, Aruba, Cartagena, Colón, Transit Panama Canal, Pearl Islands, Isla Parida, Puerto Jimenez (Golfo Dulce), Quepos, Puerto Caldera
Papeete
Raiatea
TAHITI
Moorea
Wind Star: Dec 4, 2018; Mar 12* , 2019 †
FREE Laundry
Wind Spirit: 17-day* Nov 26, 2018; Jan 28; Mar 25; Dec 2, 2019
†
18-day Jan 10; Mar 7; Nov 14, 2019 Mojito FREE Laundry
Savusavu, Fiji
Let island time take over as one day drifts into the next on this in-depth, month-long expedition to discover the very best of the South Pacific — from snorkeling in crystalclear lagoons, exploring underwater caves, and swimming with dolphins to witnessing wild horses, waterfalls, live volcanoes, and watching fire dancers under the stars. This extended voyage explores the remote ports and bustling villages of the Polynesian Society Islands, Fiji, Vanuatu, New Caledonia, and more aboard the intimate Wind Spirit.
Rangiroa Yasawa-I-Rara
Port Vila
Huahine Motu Mahaea
FREE Laundry
Grenada
(St. George’s)
Pearl Islands
Isla Parida
COLOMBIA Gulf of Panama
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
RUM, REEFS & RAINFORESTS: CENTRAL AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
St. Maarten, St. Barthélemy, Virgin Gorda, Bonaire, Curaçao, Aruba, Cartagena, Colón, Transit Panama Canal, Balboa, Isla Parida, Puerto Jimenez (Golfo Dulce), Quepos, Puerto Caldera
Atlantic Ocean Gulf of Mexico
Virgin Gorda
Curaçao
St. Maarten
(Willemstad)
(Philipsburg)
Aruba
St. Barthélemy
(Oranjestad)
(Gustavia)
COSTA RICA PANAMA
Puerto Caldera
Bonaire
(Kralendijk)
Quepos
Cartagena
(Manuel Antonio National Park)
Golfo Dulce
COLOMBIA
(Puerto Jimenez)
Isla Parida Colón
Panama Canal
Balboa
(Fuerte Amador)
Wind Star: Nov 26, 2019; Mar 7*†, 2020
Fakarava
†
Savusavu
Bora Bora TUAMOTU ISLANDS Niue FIJI Vava’u (Neiafu) (Alofi) TAHITI COOK ISLANDS TONGA Lautoka Papeete Suva Tanna Noumea Rarotonga Moorea Maré (Avatiu)
Bonaire
(Kralendijk)
Cartagena
Mar 12 departure does not visit Cartagena.
ST. MAARTEN TO PUERTO CALDERA (or reverse*) : 18 DAYS
EXTENDED SOUTH PACIFIC: POLYNESIA MEETS MELANESIA
Mayreau
PANAMA
Golfo Dulce (Puerto Jimenez)
Bequia
(Oranjestad)
Panama Canal Colón COSTA RICA
(Bridgetown)
Aruba
(Manuel Antonio National Park)
Combine Caribbean boutiques and beaches with rum, reefs, and rustic rainforest refuges throughout Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica during this exploration of the most remote and charming tropical ports.
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Barbados
Quepos
BARBADOS TO PUERTO CALDERA (or reverse*) : 18 DAYS
SOCIETY ISLANDS
Motu Mahaea
Caribbean Sea
Puerto Caldera
VANUATU Lifou NEW CALEDONIA
Sea of Cortez
South Pacific
Mar 7 departure does not visit Bonaire.
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
MEXICO & THE SEA OF CORTEZ ILLUMINATED Experience the unsurpassed natural beauty and endemic wildlife from the Sea of Cortez to misty rainforests of Costa Rica during this 15-day exploration of remote refuges, Mayan ruins, and vibrant small ports throughout Mexico and Costa Rica.
PAPEETE TO NOUMEA : 32 DAYS Papeete, Fakarava, Rangiroa, Motu Mahaea, Huahine, Bora Bora, Moorea, Rarotonga, Niue, Vava’u, Savusavu, Suva, Lautoka, Yasawa-I-Rara, Port Villa, Tanna, Lifou, Maré, Noumea
SAN DIEGO TO PUERTO CALDERA : 15 DAYS
Wind Spirit: Jan 27, 2020 FREE Laundry
FREE Laundry
San Diego, Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Loreto, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo, Huatulco, Puerto Chiapas, Playas del Coco, Bahia Herradura, Puerto Caldera
San Diego Sea of Cortez
Loreto La Paz Cabo San Lucas Puerto Vallarta
MEXICO
USA
Gulf of Mexico
Manzanillo Huatulco
Puerto Chiapas Pacific Ocean
COSTA RICA
Playas del Coco Bahia Herradura
Puerto Caldera
Star Legend: Oct 4, 2019 164 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
WINDSTAR CRUISES :: 165
CARIBBEAN STAR COLLECTOR VOYAGES :: BACK-TO-BACK CRUISES WITH FREE LAUNDRY Grenada
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
LOVELY LEEWARDS Swim among rarely seen undersea wildlife or explore the intricate cultures and intertwined European histories of the Leeward Islands. This cruise offers the best combinations of charm, island heritage, and natural beauty.
SAN JUAN TO SAN JUAN : 14 DAYS
San Juan
St. Maarten (Philipsburg)
PUERTO RICO (Gustavia)
Jost Van Dyke
St. Lucia
(Les Saintes)
Montserrat
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
Caribbean Sea
Bequia
FREE Laundry
CARIBBEAN EXPLORATIONS
St. Maarten, Antigua, Road Town, Norman Island, Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Gorda, St. Barthélemy, Barbuda, Dominica, St. Lucia, Guadeloupe, St. Kitts
(Philipsburg)
St. Barthélemy Barbuda Antigua
St. Kitts
(Falmouth Harbour)
(Basseterre)
Guadeloupe
Virgin Gorda
(Les Saintes)
(Roseau)
Caribbean Sea
Atlantic Ocean
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
FREE Laundry
San Juan, Vieques, St. Maarten, Montserrat, Dominica, St. Lucia, Grenada, Barbados, Bequia, Guadeloupe, St. Kitts, St. Barthélemy, Virgin Gorda FREE Laundry
166 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
Willemstad, Curaçao
COMPREHENSIVE LESSER ANTILLES
Star Pride: Jan 5, 12*, 19; 26*; Feb 2, 9*, 16; Nov 6, 2019
Virgin Gorda
(Little Bay)
St. Kitts
Jost Van Dyke
(Les Saintes)
(Basseterre)
Dominica (Roseau)
St. Maarten
St. Lucia
(Philipsburg)
(Pigeon Island)
St. Lucia (Castries)
Caribbean Sea
Bequia
Grenada
(St. George's)
Barbados (Bridgetown)
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
GREATER PLEASURES OF THE LESSER ANTILLES
St. Maarten (Philipsburg)
St. Barthélemy (Gustavia)
Road Town
Antigua
(Tortola)
Norman Island
(Falmouth Harbour)
Virgin Gorda
Guadeloupe (Les Saintes)
Dominica
Montserrat
(Roseau)
(Little Bay)
Martinique
Caribbean Sea
(Anse Mitan)
St. Lucia (Castries)
St. Maarten, Antigua, Road Town, Norman Island, Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Gorda, St. Barthélemy, Montserrat, Dominica, St. Lucia, Bequia, Grenada, Mayreau, Martinique, Guadeloupe
Bequia
Grenada
(St. George's)
Mayreau
St. Barthélemy (Gustavia)
Vieques
Montserrat (Little Bay)
St. Kitts
(Basseterre)
Guadeloupe
St. Lucia
(Roseau)
Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Grenada, Tobago, Mayreau, Barbados, Bequia, St. Lucia, Guadeloupe, St. Kitts, St. Barthélemy, Virgin Gorda, St. Maarten
Barbados (Bridgetown)
St. Lucia
(Castries)
Grenada
SAINTS & ABC ISLANDS St. Maarten (Philipsburg)
St. Barthélemy (Gustavia)
Virgin Gorda St. Kitts
Bequia
(St. George's)
FREE Laundry
Star Breeze: Mar 2, 2019
Guadeloupe
(Basseterre)
(Les Saintes)
Caribbean Sea
ARUBA TO ST. MAARTEN : 14 DAYS
Dominica
(Les Saintes)
(Pigeon Island)
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Snorkel, sunbathe, and swim to your soul’s desire without missing UNESCO World Heritage Sites during this 14-day cruise with stops throughout the warmest ports in the Caribbean.
St. Maarten (Philipsburg)
PUERTO RICO
Caribbean Sea
Montserrat
Guadeloupe
Wind Surf: Mar 23, 2019
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
SAN JUAN TO SAN JUAN, or BARBADOS TO BARBADOS* : 14 DAYS
(Gustavia)
(St. John’s)
Virgin Gorda
ST. MAARTEN TO ST. MAARTEN : 17 DAYS
Dominica
San Juan
St. Barthélemy Antigua
Star Breeze: Mar 9* and Mar 16, 2019
Discover small ports during this cruise along the Lesser Antilles’ best beaches. Exended stays create exceptional opportunities for late evening dining and exploring in St. Barts and Antigua.
(Gustavia)
Wind Surf: Nov 24; Dec 1, 8, 15, 22, 2018; Jan 5, 12, 19, 26; Feb 2, 9, 16, 23; Mar 2, 9, 16; Dec 14*, 21*,28*, 2019; Feb 29*; Mar 7*, 14*, 21*, 2020
Indulge your passion for nature or sip rum-infused cocktails among the countless cantinas. Every moment of this memorable Antilles adventure is time well spent.
(Road Bay)
Jost Van Dyke
Road Town – Tortola Jost Van Dyke St. Maarten
*These departures visit Soper’s Hole/Tortola instead of Road Town and Norman Island. Bequia
Anguilla
*14-day Barbados to Barbados itinerary does not visit Jost Van Dyke.
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Norman Island
or
St. Maarten, Anguilla, Antigua, Montserrat, Dominica, St. Lucia, Grenada, Barbados, Bequia, Guadeloupe, St. Kitts, St. Barthélemy, Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke
Grenada
(St. George’s)
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
ST. MAARTEN TO ST. MAARTEN : 14 DAYS
CARIBBEAN COLLECTION
ST. MAARTEN TO ST. MAARTEN, BARBADOS TO BARBADOS* : 14* or 15 DAYS
(Little Bay)
Star Pride: Nov 3, 10, 17, 24; Dec 1, 8, 15, 22, 2018 Star Legend: Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Dec 7, 14, 21, 28, 2019 Jan 4, 11, 18, 25; Feb 1, 2020
Skip the usual Caribbean cruise stops and discover the small harbors, overlooked havens, and most remote secrets among the Leeward Islands.
FREE Laundry
Guadeloupe
Virgin Gorda
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Take time to unwind and fully experience the yachting lifestyle as you spend a blissful two weeks exploring the Leeward and Windward Islands.
St. Barthélemy
Vieques
San Juan, Vieques, St. Barthélemy, Montserrat, St. Maarten, Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Gorda, Guadeloupe, Bequia, Grenada, St. Lucia FREE Laundry
“The Baths,” Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
Atlantic Ocean
St. Lucia
(Castries)
Curaçao
Bequia
(Willemstad)
Aruba
(Oranjestad)
Bonaire
(Kralendijk)
Barbados
(Bridgetown)
Mayreau Grenada
(St. George’s)
Tobago
(Man-O-War Bay)
WINDSTAR CRUISES :: 167
MEDITERRANEAN STAR COLLECTOR VOYAGES :: BACK-TO-BACK CRUISES WITH FREE LAUNDRY Giardini Naxos, Italy
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
ITALIAN TRIO
Discover the culture, history, and cuisine on both sides of the Italian peninsula during this 15-day cruise of the Adriatic, Ionian, Ligurian, and Tyrrhenian seas.
VENICE TO BARCELONA (or reverse*) : 15 DAYS Venice, Rovinj, Split, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Giardini Naxos, Sorrento, Rome, Portoferraio, Portofino, Monte Carlo, Cannes, Sanary-sur Mer, Port-Vendres, Barcelona FREE Laundry
Sanary-sur-Mer Port-Vendres/ Cannes Collioure
Venice
Barcelona
Portoferraio
(Civitavecchia)
Mediterranean Sea
SICILY Giardini Naxos
FREE Laundry
Rome, Italy
ITALY
Mykonos
Mont.
Amalfi
Mahon
Ermoupoli
SARDINIA Palma de Mallorca Alghero
Athens
Catania
TURKEY
GREECE
Kusadasi
(Piraeus)
SICILY
Patmos
Nafplio Gythion
Rhodes Monemvasia Santorini Agios Nikolaos
Valletta
Mediterranean Sea
Wind Surf: Jul 15, 2019
Port-Vendres/ Collioure
Cannes
Monte Carlo Portofino
PORTUGAL
Portoferraio
Barcelona
Lisbon
ITALY
SPAIN
Cadiz
Málaga Cartagena Gibraltar Almería (Granada)
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
RUINS, REVELRY AND RIOJAS ON THE RIVIERAS This 14-day cruise along the most scenic and cherished coastlines of Italy and France engages all senses in a smorgasbord of delicious Mediterranean delicacies, haunting ruins, and breathtaking vistas.
FRANCE
Sanary-sur-Mer
ROME TO BARCELONA : 14 DAYS
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
Palma de Mallorca
FRANCE
Le Lavandou Sanary-sur-Mer
Cannes St. Tropez
Antibes Nice
Barcelona
Mediterranean Sea
FREE Laundry
Monte Carlo Portofino
Port-Vendres/ Collioure
Roses
Portoferraio
SPAIN
ITALY
Rome, Portoferraio, Portofino, Monte Carlo, Cannes, Sanary-sur-Mer, Port-Vendres, St. Tropez, Antibes, Nice, Le Lavandou, Roses, Barcelona
Wind Surf: Apr 23*; Jun 22; Sep 11*; Oct 22†, 2019 Star Pride: Apr 12*‡, 2019 ‡
Rome
(Civitavecchia)
Mediterranean Sea
Wind Surf: Aug 20, 2019
Oct 22 departure visits Roses instead of Port-Vendres. Apr 12 departure visits Portimao instead of Cartagena and Palamos instead of Port-Vendres.
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Granada, Spain
FLAMENCO OF THE MEDITERRANEAN Explore Iberia’s best-kept secrets before setting sail to Italy, Malta, and Greece during this sweeping, 18-day cruise covering the length of the Mediterranean Sea. It’s a perfect opportunity to explore Spain in detail without missing the rest of Southern Europe’s best port stops.
LISBON TO ATHENS : 18 DAYS Lisbon, Cádiz, Gibraltar, Málaga, Almeria (Granada), Cartagena, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Mahon, Alghero, Amalfi, Catania, Valletta, Gythion, Athens
Wind Surf: Jul 7, 2019 168 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Mahon, Alghero, Amalfi, Catania, Valletta, Gythion, Nafplio, Mykonos, Ermoupoli, Kusadasi, Patmos, Rhodes, Agios Nikolaos, Santorini, Monemvasia, Athens
Sorrento
ENCHANTMENT OF THE WESTERN MED
†
Barcelona SPAIN
BARCELONA TO ATHENS : 20 DAYS
Kotor
Rome
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Rome, Portoferraio, Portofino, Monte Carlo, Cannes, Sanary-sur-Mer, Port-Vendres, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Cartagena, Almeria (Granada), Málaga, Gibraltar, Cádiz, Lisbon
FREE Laundry
Dubrovnik MONTENEGRO
ITALY
ISLANDS OF GREECE & ITALY
Oct 14 departure visits Roses instead of Port-Vendres.
ROME TO LISBON (or reverse*) : 15 DAYS
Spain
CROATIA
Split
Stroll among opulent casinos in Monte Carlo. Sip absinthe in the French village of Antibes outside of Cannes. Or meander through Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter.
FREE Laundry
Rovinj
Monte Carlo Portofino
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Venture beyond the ordinary, well-trodden paths on this cruise featuring stops along the scenic coastlines of Spain, Italy, Malta, and Greece featuring late-night lingerings in Mykonos, Kusadasi, Rhodes, and Crete.
FRANCE
Wind Surf: May 1*; Jun 14; Aug 12; Oct 14†, 2019 †
Monte Carlo, Monaco
Santorini, Greece
PORTUGAL
Lisbon Cadiz
ITALY
Málaga Almería
Gibraltar
Mont.
Amalfi
Mahon
SARDINIA Palma de Mallorca Alghero
Catania
(Granada)
SICILY
Athens
RIVIERA REVELRY & IBERIAN ICONS Whether you’re seeking flavorful experiences, handmade souvenirs, or just shady spaces for relaxation among castles, cathedrals, and ruins, this journey is a perfect way to acquaint yourself with the unforgettable ambiance of the Western Mediterranean.
Barcelona
SPAIN
Cartagena
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
BARCELONA TO LISBON : 15 DAYS
GREECE
(Piraeus)
Gythion
Valletta
Mediterranean Sea
FREE Laundry
Barcelona, Sanary-sur-Mer, St. Tropez, Antibes, Nice, Le Lavandou, Roses, Palma de Mallorca, Cartagena, Almeria (Granada), Málaga, Gibraltar, Cádiz, Lisbon
FRANCE Le Lavandou
Antibes St. Tropez
Nice
Sanary-sur-Mer
PORTUGAL
SPAIN
Lisbon
Barcelona
Roses Mediterranean Sea
Cadiz Gibraltar
Málaga
Cartagena Almería (Granada)
Palma de Mallorca
Wind Surf: Aug 27, 2019 WINDSTAR CRUISES :: 169
NORTHERN EUROPE STAR COLLECTOR VOYAGES :: BACK-TO-BACK CRUISES WITH FREE LAUNDRY S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Tallinn, Estonia
Stavanger, Norway
IBERIA, WESTERN EUROPE & THE BALTIC REVEALED Immerse yourself in an unforgettable convergence of Europe’s northern and western cultures during this 11-country cruise from sundrenched Iberian shores to pristine Scandinavian archipelagos.
LISBON TO STOCKHOLM : 18 DAYS Lisbon, Porto, El Ferrol, St.-Malo, Cherbourg, St. Helier, Bruges, Amsterdam, Harlingen, Transit Kiel Canal, Copenhagen, Tallinn, St. Petersburg, Helsinki, Mariehamn, Stockholm
FREE Laundry
Star Breeze: May 6, 2019
Lerwick, Shetland Islands
Stockholm
DENMARK
Copenhagen
Kiel Canal Bruges
DUBLIN TO COPENHAGEN : 16 DAYS
Harlingen Amsterdam THE NETHERLANDS
Atlantic Ocean
BELGIUM
GERMANY
Cherbourg St. Helier St.-Malo Porto
(Lexio)
FRANCE
El Ferrol PORTUGAL
Lisbon
FREE Laundry
Mont.
SPAIN
St. Petersburg, Russia
BALTIC & NORTH SEA: FJORDS, PICKELED FISH & THE WINTER PALACE
STOCKHOLM TO REYKJAVIK : 17* OR 18 DAYS Stockholm, Mariehamn, Helsinki, St. Petersburg, Tallinn, Elsinore, Copenhagen, Bergen, Geiranger, Hellesylt, Alesund, Lerwick, Kirkwall, Torshavn, Reykjavik
ICELAND Norwegian Sea
Torshavn, Faroe Islands Hellesylt SWEDEN Geiranger FINLAND Alesund Mariehamn Helsinki Bergen NORWAY
Lerwick Kirkwall
SCOTLAND
Stockholm
North Sea
Elsinore
RUSSIA
St. Petersburg Tallinn ESTONIA
DENMARK
FREE Laundry
Copenhagen
Torshavn, Faroe Islands
170 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
Star Breeze: Jun 15*; Aug 13, 2019
Invergordon
Stavanger
Edinburgh
Copenhagen
SCOTLAND
Isle of Man IRELAND
DENMARK
Dublin
(Dun Laoghaire)
Edinburgh or Copenhagen, Stavanger, Flam, Scenic Cruising Sognefjord, Alesund, Olden, Bergen, Copenhagen, Bornholm, Gdansk, Klaipeda, Helsinki, St. Petersburg, Tallinn, Mariehamn, Stockholm
Alesund Norwegian Sea
FINLAND
Olden/Loen Flam Bergen NORWAY
Mariehamn St. Petersburg Helsinki
Stockholm
RUSSIA Tallinn ESTONIA
Stavanger SWEDEN
SCOTLAND
Edinburgh
Copenhagen DENMARK
Baltic Sea
Klaipeda LITHUANIA
Bornholm Gdansk POLAND
*Jul 23 departure visits Geiranger instead of Olden.
ENDLESS DAYS OF THE NORTH SEA & ICELAND
FREE Laundry
Portree Tobermory Portrush
Star Pride: Jun 28; Jul 23*, 2019
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Copenhagen or Edinburgh, Bergen, Geiranger, Hellesylt, Alesund, Lerwick, Kirkwall, Torshavn, Scenic Cruising Surtsey Island/Heimaey Island, Seydisfjordur, Akureyri, Isafjordur, Grundarfjordur, Reykjavik
Bergen NORWAY
VIKING LORE, FINNISH FORTRESSES & THE RUSSIAN BALLET
EDINBURGH or COPENHAGEN* TO STOCKHOLM : 18 DAYS
*17-day does not visit Elsinore.
COPENHAGEN TO REYKJAVIK*, or REYKJAVIK TO EDINBURGH : 17 DAYS
Olden/Loen Flam
Stornoway
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Combine Norway’s scenic fjords with historic Baltic ports, classic masterpieces and hearty Northern European cuisine as you venture between the North Sea and Baltic Sea on an 18-day cruise.
Reykjavik
Star Breeze: Jun 8*, 2019 Star Pride: Aug 10, 2019
Explore the finest small ports in Scotland, Norway, and the Faroe Islands (Denmark) before circumnavigating Iceland on this summertime adventure.
Dublin, Isle of Man, Portrush, Tobermory, Portree, Stornoway, Invergordon, Edinburgh, Stavanger, Flam, Scenic Cruising Sognefjord, Alesund, Olden, Bergen, Copenhagen
Alesund Norwegian Sea
Star Pride: Jun 20, 2019
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Rune-etched monoliths demark hideaways of Medieval Viking raiders. Gaze upon the pageantry of Russian Czars, and examine Scotland’s relics.
FREE Laundry
St. Petersburg Helsinki RUSSIA ESTONIA Tallinn
SWEDEN
North Sea
IRISH CLIFFS, SCOTTISH CASTLES & NORWEGIAN FJORDS Wander cosmopolitan Northern European city streets, hike abraded shorelines, and admire Norwegian fjords during this cruise featuring Ireland, the UK, Scotland, Norway, and Denmark.
FINLAND
Mariehamn
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Reykjavik
Seydisfjordur
ICELAND
Norwegian Sea Heimaey Island
Torshavn, Faroe Islands Hellesylt Geiranger Alesund Bergen NORWAY
SCOTLAND
Edinburgh
SCENIC SCANDINAVIA & THE BALTIC’S BEST
STOCKHOLM TO COPENHAGEN : 14 DAYS
Lerwick Kirkwall
S TA R CO L L E C TO R :
Delve into captivating cultural and culinary details throughout Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Russia, Denmark, and Norway during this 14-day exploration of Northern Europe cities, remote coastlines, and the pristine grandeur of fjords.
Akureyri
Isafjordur Grundarfjordur
Mariehamn, Finland
Copenhagen
DENMARK
FREE Laundry
Stockholm, Mariehamn, Tallinn, St. Petersburg, Helsinki, Copenhagen, Stavanger, Flam, Scenic Cruising Sognefjord, Alesund, Geiranger, Scenic Cruising Geirangerfjord, Bergen, Copenhagen
Norwegian Sea Alesund Geiranger
Flam
FINLAND
Mariehamn Helsinki
Bergen Stockholm NORWAY Stavanger SWEDEN
Copenhagen
St. Petersburg
Tallinn ESTONIA
RUSSIA
DENMARK Baltic Sea
Star Pride: Jul 16, 2019 WINDSTAR CRUISES :: 171
STAR COLLECTOR VOYAGES :: BACK-TO-BACK CRUISES WITH FREE LAUNDRY
AL ASK A & U.S. WEST COAST continued
ASIA Itinerary
From/To
Comprehensive Southeast Asia Exploration
Bangkok to Singapore
Philippine Coastlines, Malaysian Monuments
Hong Kong to Singapore
Malaysian Magnificence, Indonesian Icons
Singapore to Bali
The Grandeur of Southeast Asia
Singapore to Bangkok
Vietnam Nights, Malaysian Sights
Shrines & Cities of Asia
Hong Kong to Singapore
Hong Kong to Tokyo
Departure Dates
Ports of Call
Itinerary
From/To
33
Star Legend: Nov 19, 2018
Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Da Nang (Hoi An/ Hue), Halong Bay (Hanoi), Hong Kong, Hundred Islands, Manila, Boracay, Busuanga Island (Coron), Puerto Princesa (Palawan), Kota Kinabalu, Muara (Bandar Seri Begawan), Kuching, Patong Bay (Phuket), George Town (Penang), Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Malacca, Singapore
Alaska & James Beard Foundation West Coast Adventure
Vancouver to San Diego
21
Star Legend: Dec 1, 2018
Hong Kong, Hundred Islands, Manila, Boracay, Busuanga Island (Coron), Puerto Princesa (Palawan), Kota Kinabalu, Muara (Bandar Seri Begawan), Kuching, Patong Bay (Phuket), George Town (Penang), Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Malacca, Singapore
The West Coast’s Salsas, Sloths & Syrah
Vancouver to Puerto Caldera
Days
18
26
23
22
Star Legend: Dec 15, 2018
Star Legend: Jan 13, 2019
Star Legend: Jan 27, 2019
Singapore, Patong Bay (Phuket), George Town (Penang), Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Malacca, Jakarta, Pulau Menyawakan, Semarang, Pulau Bawean, Probolinggo, Komodo National Park, Lembar, Bali Singapore, Kuching, Muara (Bandar Seri Begawan), Kota Kinabalu, Puerto Princesa (Palawan), Boracay, Busuanga Island (Coron), Manila, Hundred Islands, Hong Kong, Halong Bay (Hanoi), Da Nang (Hoi An/Hue), Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City, Klong Toey (Bangkok) Hong Kong, Halong Bay (Hanoi), Da Nang (Hoi An/Hue), Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok, Ko Kut, Malacca, Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Porto Malai (Langkawi), Patong Bay (Phuket), George Town (Penang), Singapore
Star Legend: Mar 5, 2019
Hong Kong, Keelung (Taipei), Ishigaki Island, Shanghai, Qingdao, Tianjin (Beijing), Karatsu, Busan, Hiroshima, Uno (Tamano), Osaka (Kyoto), Shimizu, Tokyo
Departure Dates
Ports of Call
TAHITI & SOUTH PACIFIC
Days
Departure Dates
Ports of Call
22
Star Legend: Sep 12, 2019
Vancouver, Scenic Cruising Canadian Inside Passage, Metlakatla, Wrangell, Scenic Cruising Tracy Arm/Endicott Arm, Inian Islands/ Icy Strait Point, Juneau, Scenic Cruising Misty Fjords, Ketchikan, Prince Rupert, Vancouver, Seattle, Cruising the Columbia River, Portland, Sausalito, San Francisco, Monterey, San Diego
25
Star Legend: Sep 24, 2019
Vancouver, Seattle, Cruising the Columbia River, Portland, Sausalito, San Francisco, Monterey, San Diego, Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Loreto, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo, Huatulco, Puerto Chiapas, Playas del Coco, Bahia Herradura, Puerto Caldera
Departure Dates
Ports of Call
CENTR AL AMERICA Itinerary
From/To
Days
A Double Crossing: Atlantic & Panama Canal
Lisbon to Puerto Caldera
24
Star Breeze: Nov 28, 2018
Lisbon, Antigua, Aruba, Cartagena, Colón, Transit Panama Canal, Pearl Islands, Isla Parida, Quepos, Puerto Caldera
The Ruins, Relics & Rainforests of Central America
Puerto Vallarta to Colón
15
Star Legend: Oct 11, 2019
Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo, Huatulco, Puerto Chiapas, Playas del Coco, Bahia Herradura, Puerto Caldera, Quepos, Golfo Dulce (Puerto Jimenez), Isla Parida, Balboa, Transit Panama Canal, Colón
Coffee, Canal & Callaloo: Central America, Colombia & the Caribbean
Puerto Caldera to San Juan
14
Star Legend: Oct 19, 2019
Puerto Caldera, Quepos, Golfo Dulce (Puerto Jimenez), Isla Parida, Balboa, Transit Panama Canal, Colón, Cayo Holandes, Cartagena, Santa Marta, Santo Domingo, Isla Catalina, San Juan
Central America & the Caribbean: Cloudforest Coastlines, Canal Locks & Calypso Concerts
Puerto Caldera to San Juan
21
Star Legend: Oct 19, 2019
Puerto Caldera, Quepos, Golfo Dulce (Puerto Jimenez), Isla Parida, Balboa, Transit Panama Canal, Colón, Cayo Holandes, Cartagena, Santa Marta, Santo Domingo, Isla Catalina, Vieques, St. Barthélemy, Montserrat, St. Maarten, Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Gorda, San Juan
Departure Dates
Ports of Call
CARIBBEAN
Itinerary
From/To
Days
Itinerary
From/To
Polynesia: Expanding Horizons
Papeete to Lautoka
24
Wind Spirit: Jan 27, 2020
Papeete, Fakarava, Rangiroa, Motu Mahaea, Huahine, Moorea, Bora Bora, Rarotonga, Niue, Vava’u, Savusavu, Suva, Lautoka
Emerald Waters to Spice Islands Crossing
Lisbon to Aruba, or reverse*
21
Wind Star: Nov 20, 2018; Mar 23*, 2019
Lisbon, Barbados, Bequia, Mayreau, Grenada, Bonaire, Aruba
Beyond Polynesia: Society Islands, Fiji, Vanuatu & New Caledonia
Papeete to Noumea
22
Wind Spirit: Feb 6, 2020
Papeete, Bora Bora, Rarotonga, Niue, Vava’u, Savusavu, Suva, Lautoka, Yasawa-I-Rara, Port Villa, Tanna, Lifou, Maré, Noumea
Caribbean Rhythms, Transatlantic Tides
Barbados to Lisbon
19
Star Breeze: Apr 7, 2019
Barbados, Martinique, St. Lucia, Grenada, Mayreau, Bequia, Barbados, Lisbon
Atlantic Horizons & Caribbean Beaches Crossing
Lisbon to Colón, or reverse*
25* or 26
Wind Star: Nov 12*, 2019; Mar 14†, 2020
Lisbon, St. Maarten, St. Barthélemy, Virgin Gorda, Bonaire, Curaçao, Aruba, Cartagena, Colón
Caribbean Carousing & an Atlantic Crossing
St. Maarten to Lisbon
24
Wind Surf: Mar 30, 2019
St. Maarten, Montserrat, Dominica, St. Lucia, Bequia, Grenada, Mayreau, Martinique, Guadeloupe, St. Barthélemy, Lisbon
Caribbean Essence Crossing
Lisbon to St. Maarten
20* or 21
Wind Surf: Nov 11, 2018*; Nov 30, 2019
Lisbon, Antigua, Barbuda, Dominica, St. Lucia, Guadeloupe, St. Kitts, St. Barthélemy, St. Maarten
Caribbean Sands & Portuguese Castles
San Juan to Lisbon
Star Pride: Mar 9, 2019
San Juan, Vieques, St. Barthélemy, Antigua, Guadeloupe, St. Lucia, Grenada, Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, Horta, Lisbon
AL ASK A & U.S. WEST COAST Itinerary
From/To
Alaska Crossing from Japan
Yokohama to Vancouver
172 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
Days 28
Departure Dates
Ports of Call
Star Legend: May 6, 2019
Yokohama, Miyako, Hakodate, Aomori, Cross International Dateline, Dutch Harbor, Kodiak, Homer, Seward (Anchorage), Scenic Cruising Kenai Fjords National Park, Sitka, Scenic Cruising Inian Islands, Icy Strait Point, Haines, Juneau, Scenic Cruising Tracy Arm/Endicott Arm, Wrangell, Scenic Cruising Misty Fjords, Ketchikan, Scenic Cruising Canadian Inside Passage, Vancouver
Days
Mar 14 departure does not visit Bonaire.
†
23
WINDSTAR CRUISES :: 173
STAR COLLECTOR VOYAGES :: BACK-TO-BACK CRUISES WITH FREE LAUNDRY
CARIBBEAN continued Itinerary
From/To
Adventures of the Antilles, Colombia & Panama
Barbados to Colón
Path of Paradise: Caribbean Isles, Spanish Main & Costa Rica
Barbados to Puerto Caldera
In Search of Spanish Galleons & Costa Rican Cloudforests
San Juan to Puerto Caldera
MEDITERR ANEAN continued Days
Departure Dates
Ports of Call
Itinerary
From/To
14
Star Pride: Nov 13, 2019
Barbados, Bequia, St. Lucia, Guadeloupe, St. Kitts, St. Barthélemy, Virgin Gorda, San Juan, Isla Catalina, Santo Domingo, Santa Marta, Cartagena, Colón
Best of the Eastern Mediterranean
Athens to Venice
24
Star Pride: Nov 13, 2019
Barbados, Bequia, St. Lucia, Guadeloupe, St. Kitts, St. Barthélemy, Virgin Gorda, San Juan, Isla Catalina, Santo Domingo, Santa Marta, Cartagena, Colón, Transit Panama Canal, Fuerte Amador (Balboa), Pearl Islands, Isla Parida, Puerto Jimenez (Golfo Dulce), Bahia Drake, Quepos, Bahia Herradura, Puerto Caldera
Mediterranean Masterpiece
17
Star Pride: Nov 20, 2019
San Juan, Isla Catalina, Santo Domingo, Santa Marta, Cartagena, Colón, Transit Panama Canal, Fuerte Amador (Balboa), Pearl Islands, Isla Parida, Puerto Jimenez (Golfo Dulce), Bahia Drake, Quepos, Bahia Herradura, Puerto Caldera
MEDITERR ANEAN Itinerary
From/To
Classic Crossing to Spain & More
Barbados to Barcelona
Atlantic Crossing: Indulgences in Iberia & the Canary Islands
Barbados to Lisbon
Atlantic Interludes & Iberian Indulgences
St. Maarten to Barcelona
22
Wind Surf: Apr 9, 2019
St. Maarten, Ponta Delgada, Lisbon, Cádiz, Gibraltar, Málaga, Almeria (Granada), Cartagena, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona
Wishes from the Western Med
Lisbon to Rome
14
Wind Star: Apr 14, 2019
Lisbon, Tangier, Málaga, Almeria, Cartagena, Ibiza, Tarragona, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Alghero, Porto-Vecchio, Portoferraio, Rome
The Islands of Classical & Contemporary Europe
Barcelona to Athens
13
Wind Star: Apr 22, 2019
Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Alghero, Porto-Vecchio, Portoferraio, Rome, Ponza, Sorrento, Messina (Taormina), Gythion, Monemvasia, Athens
Iberian Peninsula: A Toast to Beaches, Wine & Castles
Lisbon to Amsterdam
18
Star Breeze: Apr 26, 2019
Lisbon, Funchal, La Gomera, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Lanzarote, Agadir, Portimao, Porto, El Ferrol, St.-Malo, Cherbourg, St. Helier, Bruges, Amsterdam
Mythical Mediterranean: Athens to Rome Greek Isles, Corinth Canal & Amalfi Coast
17
Star Pride: May 4, 2019
Athens, Nafplio, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Patmos, Santorini, Monemvasia, Milos, Transit Corinth Canal, Delphi/ Itea, Fiskardo, Valletta, Giardini Naxos (Taormina), Sorrento, Ponza, Rome
Athens to Rome: Vino, Venice & Volcanoes
Athens to Rome
16
Wind Surf: Aug 4, 2019
Athens, Santorini, Corfu, Monopoli, Dubrovnik, Komiza, Zadar, Venice, Rovinj, Split, Kotor, Giardini Naxos (Taormina), Sorrento, Rome
Autumn on the Rivieras
Barcelona to Rome
17
Wind Surf: Sep 19*, 2019 Star Breeze: Oct 13†, 2019 † Oct 13 departure visits Palamos instead of Port-Vendres.
Barcelona, Port-Vendres, Sanary-sur-Mer, Monte Carlo, Cannes, Portofino, Portoferraio, Catania, Valletta, Gozo, Porto Empedocle, Trapani, Lipari, Sorrento, Amalfi, Rome
Culture & Charms of Italy & Croatia
Rome to Venice
18
Wind Surf: Sep 26, 2019 Star Breeze: Oct 20, 2019
Rome, Catania, Valletta, Gozo, Porto Empedocle (Agrigento), Trapani, Lipari, Sorrento, Amalfi, Giardini Naxos (Taormina), Kotor, Dubrovnik, Split, Rovinj, Venice
174 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
Days
Departure Dates
Ports of Call
23
Wind Star: Mar 30, 2019
Barbados, Lisbon, Tangier, Málaga, Almeria (Granada), Cartagena, Ibiza, Tarragona, Barcelona
22
Star Breeze: Apr 14, 2019
Barbados, Funchal, La Gomera, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Lanzarote, Agadir, Portimao, Lisbon
Days
Departure Dates
Ports of Call
18
Wind Surf: Jul 25, 2019
Athens, Nafplio, Mykonos, Ermoupoli, Kusadasi, Patmos, Rhodes, Agios Nikolaos, Santorini, Monemvasia, Corfu, Monopoli, Dubrovnik, Komiza, Zadar, Venice
Lisbon to Rome
17
Star Breeze: Oct 3, 2019
Lisbon, Casablanca, Cádiz, Seville, Gibraltar, Málaga, Motril, Barcelona, Palamos, Sanary-sur-Mer, Monte Carlo, Cannes, Portofino, Portoferraio, Rome
Ancient to Avant-Garde Mediterranean
Athens to Barcelona, or reverse*
14
Wind Star: Oct 19, 2019; Apr 19*, 2020
Athens, Monemvasia, Gythion, Messina (Taormina), Sorrento, Ponza, Rome, Portoferraio, Bastia, Calvi, Mahon, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona
The Four Italian Seas
Venice to Rome
18
Wind Surf: May 16, 2019
Venice, Rovinj, Split, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Giardini Naxos (Taormina), Sorrento, Lipari/Scenic Cruising Stromboli, Messina, Trapani, Alghero, Ile Rousse, Santa Margherita, Livorno, Rome
Romance of the West Med
Rome to Lisbon, or reverse*
17
Wind Star: Oct 26, 2019; Apr 9*, 2020
Rome, Portoferraio, Bastia, Calvi, Mahon, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Tarragona, Ibiza, Cartagena, Málaga, Tangier, Lisbon
Classic Crossing to/from Spain & More
St. Maarten to Barcelona, or reverse*
24 or 25†
Wind Star: Nov 2*, 2019; Mar 25†, 2020
St. Maarten, Lisbon, Tangier, Málaga, Cartagena, Ibiza, Palma de Mallorca, Tarragona, Barcelona
Itinerary
From/To
Days
Departure Dates
Ports of Call
Latitudes of Summer Light
Reykjavik to Dublin
18
Star Breeze: Aug 20, 2019
Reykjavik, Torshavn, Kirkwall, Lerwick, Alesund, Geiranger, Hellesylt, Bergen, Edinburgh, Invergordon, Portree, Tobermory, Portrush, Isle of Man, Dublin
Dublin Pints, London Towers & French Fromage
Edinburgh to Lisbon
18
Star Breeze: Sep 15, 2019
Edinburgh, Ullapool, Tobermory, Glasgow/Greenock, Belfast, Dublin, Fishguard, Cork, Falmouth, London (Portsmouth), Bruges, Cherbourg, St.-Malo, St. Helier, El Ferrol, Porto, Lisbon
Contrasts of Northern & Southern Europe
London to Barcelona
18
Star Breeze: Sep 25, 2019
London (Portsmouth), Bruges, Cherbourg, St.-Malo, St. Helier, El Ferrol, Porto, Lisbon, Casablanca, Cádiz, Seville, Gibraltar, Málaga, Motril, Barcelona
Bookends of the Atlantic: A North Atlantic Crossing
Copenhagen to New York City
25
Star Pride: Aug 18, 2019
Copenhagen, Bergen, Geiranger, Hellesylt, Alesund, Lerwick, Kirkwall, Torshavn, Reykjavik, Grundafjordur, Heimaey Island, St. John’s, L’Anse Aux Meadows, Red Bay, Bonne Bay, Halifax, Bar Harbor, Transit Cape Cod Canal, Manhattan
Way of the North
Copenhagen to Montreal
37
Star Pride: Aug 18, 2019
Copenhagen, Bergen, Geiranger, Hellesylt, Alesund, Lerwick, Kirkwall, Torshavn, Reykjavik, Grundafjordur, Heimaey Island, St. John’s, L’Anse Aux Meadows, Red Bay, Bonne Bay, Halifax, Bar Harbor, Transit Cape Cod Canal, Manhattan, Newport, Transit Cape Cod Canal, Provincetown, Bar Harbor, Halifax, Transit Canso Canal, Charlottetown, Gaspé, Quebec City, Montreal
Setting of the Midnight Sun & Autumnal Equinox: Iceland to Quebec
Reykjavik to Montreal
27
Star Pride: Aug 28, 2019
Reykjavik, Grundafjordur, Heimaey Island, St. John’s, L’Anse Aux Meadows, Red Bay, Bonne Bay, Halifax, Bar Harbor, Transit Cape Cod Canal, Manhattan, Newport, Transit Cape Cod Canal, Provincetown, Bar Harbor, Halifax, Transit Canso Canal, Charlottetown, Gaspé, Quebec City, Montreal
NORTHERN EUROPE
WINDSTAR CRUISES :: 175
ALL-SUITE
POWER VESSELS 04
300 301 12 302 303 304 305 306 307 11 308 309 310 311
3 1 RADIO ROOM
2
4
BEAUTY SALON
9
03
5
6
312 314 11 316 318 320 322 12 324 06
10
05
14
13
7
313 315 317 319 321 323 325
100 101 102 103 104 105 106 12 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 12 115 116 117
216 218 11 220 222 224 226 228 12 230 232 234
118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 12 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 135 136 137
RECEPTION
217 219 221 223 225 227 229 231 233 235
OWNER’S SUITE, FORWARD*
CLASSIC SUITE, FORWARD
19 AMPHORA
BALCONY SUITE
OCEAN VIEW SUITE
OCEAN VIEW ACCESSIBLE SUITE
GALLEY
OFFICERS’ ACCOMMODATIONS
8 15
+ RESTRICTED VIEW
17
ADJOINING SUITES WATERSPORTS PLATFORM
20
DECK 88 DECK
CLASSIC SUITE, MIDSHIP
*Star Pride Owner’s Suite is a slightly different layout.
16
PURSER
18
SUN DECK
OFFICERS’ ACCOMMODATIONS
MEDICAL FACILITY
02 10 01 200 201 12 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 11 211 212 213 214 215
DECK 77 DECK
DECK 66 DECK
DECK DECK 55
DECK DECK 44
• ONE QUEEN SIZE BED ONLY (no twin option)
SHOWER ONLY
QUEEN BED ONLY ON STAR BREEZE and STAR LEGEND. (STAR PRIDE can convert to twins.)
SHOWER ONLY (STAR PRIDE )
STAR LEGEND HAS A SINGLE SINK
E ELEVATOR
DECK DECK 33
MODIFIED ACCESSIBLE SUITES Feature a full-size bed (no twin option on Star Pride and Star Breeze) Suites 134, 136, 232 & 234, are modified accessible, shower only with a small lipinto shower, a step into the bathroom with a portable ramp, standard interior and exterior doorways.
S TA R P R I D E , S TA R B R E E Z E , S TA R L E G E N D ONBOARD SPACES 1 2 3 4 5 6
Yacht Club Star Bar Bridge WindSpa Fitness Center Counter-current pool and whirlpool 7 Courtyard 8 Veranda/Candles 9 Owner’s Suites 10 Classic Suites
OWNER’S SUITE (OW)
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Balcony Suites Ocean View Suites Signature Shop Library Compass Rose Reception Lounge Screening Room AmphorA Restaurant Watersports Platform
CLASSIC SUITE (CS) BALCONY SUITE 1 (BS1)
SHIP FACTS
ALL-SUITE SHIPS
GUEST CAPACIT Y: 212
Owner’s Suites (OW): 575 square feet (54 square meters)
GUEST DECKS: 6 CREW MEMBERS: 150–153
BALCONY SUITE (BS)
LENGTH: 440 feet (134 meters)
OCEAN VIEW SUITE 3 (S3)
BEAM: 63 feet (19 meters)
OCEAN VIEW SUITE 2 (S2) OCEAN VIEW SUITE 1 (S1) OCEAN VIEW SUITE (S)
DRAFT: 16.5 feet (5 meters) CRUISING SPEED: 15 knots PROPULSION: Twin propeller, driven by four Bergen marine diesel engines TONNAGE: 9,975 gross registered tons (grt)
Star Pride completed renovation of the full ship in June 2016; Star Breeze and Star Legend underwent similar transformations in spring of 2015 prior to joining the Windstar fleet. Illustrations are representative only. Actual layout of ships may vary slightly.
176 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
• Access to board ship is via stairs only.
Classic Suite
Balcony Suite
Classic Suites (CS): Forward Suites, 01 and 02 — 400 square feet (37 square meters) Midship Suites, 05 and 06 — 530 square feet (49 square meters) Classic Suites with 3 rd berths — 05 and 06 on Star Breeze and Star Legend
Ocean View Suites (S, S1, S2, S3): 277 square feet (26 square meters)
Balcony Suites (BS, BS1): 277 square feet (26 square meters)
Ocean View Suites with 3 rd berths — 112-115, 200-201, 300-301
Balcony Suites with 3 rd berths — 204-205, and 222-223 on Star Breeze and Star Legend
Modified Accessible Suites: 277 square feet (26 square meters), Suites 134, 136, 232, 234
SHIP’S REGISTRY: Bahamas
• Access to/from outside deck may require assistance with doors and thresholds.
WINDSTAR CRUISES :: 177
Signature Shop
1 307 1 1 3051 1 3031 301 1
1 1 1
154 314 152 150 31 2 148 146 310 144
142 308 140 138 306 136 134 304 132 302 130
128 126 124
319
317 1 1 315 1 1 311 1 1 3091 316
321
31 8
323 322
320
327
217 215
211 209 207 205
216 214
212 210
227 225 223 221
115 111 109 107 105 103 101 114 112 110 108 106 104 102
241 239 237 235 233 231 229
227 225 223 221
240 238 236 234 232 230 228
226 224 222 220
211 209 207 205
255 253 251 249 247 245 243 254 252 250 248 246 244 242
SUITE CATEGORY
AX DELUXE
CATEGORY A
CATEGORY BX DELUXE
WindSpa
115 111 109 107 105 103 101 114 112 110 108 106 104 102
129 127 125 123 121 119 117 128 126 124 122 120 118 116
143 141 139 137 135 133 131 142 140 138 136 134 132 130
302
304
264 305
266
307
148 146 144
227 225 223 221 226 224 222 220
306
309
3 11 3 12
310
211 154 209 207 152 205 150
315 314
241 239 237 235 233 231 229
3
240 238 236 234 232 230 228
7
255 253 251 249 247 245 243
2
254 252 250 248 246 244 242
8
308
157 155 153 151 149 147 145 217 215
212 210
319
317 316
321 320
3 18
323 322
329
327
331
328
325
333
324
335
332 330
326
337
334
DECK THREE
4 6
216 214
5
14
339
19
9
336
10
338
13
269 267 265 263 261 259 257
17
11
Whirlpools
CATEGORY TX DELUXE
Watersports Platform
266 264 262 260 258 256
12
SUITES
BRIDGE SUITES
262 303 260 258 301 256
MAIN DECK
18
Reception
269 267 265 263 261 259 257
Sandwich & Espresso Bar
Pool Pool Bar
212 210
Yacht Club
217 215
Lounge
15
325
315 143 141 31 1 139 137 309 135 133 131 307 129 305 127 125 303 123 121 301 119 117 314 142 140 31 2 138 136 310 134 132 130 308 128 306 126 124 304 122 120 302 118 116
BRIDGE DECK AmphorA
241 239 237 235 233 231 229
323 157 155 321 153 151 319 149 147 317 145 154 320 152 150 31 8 148 146 316 144
329
322
331
328
327
333
325
335
332 330
324
337
334
326
339
336
502
WindSpa
Whirlpools
Compass Rose
Nautilus Room
Pool
Pool Bar
Reception
216 214
503
338
501
Sandwich & Espresso Bar
Bridge
Waters Platfor
Signature Shop
226 224 222 220
266 264 262 260 258 256
STAR DECK
Yacht Club
240 238 236 234 232 230 228
Lounge
255 253 251 249 247 245 243
Terrace Bar
AmphorA
254 252 250 248 246 244 242
Fitness Center
Candles
Veranda
269 267 265 263 261 259 257
BRIDGE SUITE Stella Bistro
SAILING VESSEL
16
324
329 328
Compass Rose
326
331
333
335
332 330
334
336
Nautilus Room
338
502
OUR FLAGSHIP
337
339 501
503
Bridge
CATEGORY AX DELUXE
CATEGORY A
Watersports Platform
1
SUITES
BRIDGE SUITES
157 155 153 151 149 147 145
143 141 139 137 135 133 131
129 127 125 123 121 119 117
115 111 109 107 105 103 101
154 152 150 148 146 144
142 140 138 136 134 132 130
128 126 124 122 120 118 116
114 112 110 108 106 104 102
DECK TWO
WindSpa
CATEGORY TX DELUXE
STATEROOM CATEGORY B
CATEGORY BX DELUXE
PUBLIC SPACES STAIRS/ELE
DECK ONE
ABOARD WIND SURF BRIDGE SUITES
ONBOARD SPACES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Bridge Stella Bistro AmphorA Restaurant Bridge Suites Veranda Suites and Staterooms Staterooms Lounge Yacht Club Sandwich & Espresso Bar 10 Fitness Center
BRIDGE SUITES
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
Compass Rose Bar Reception Nautilus Room WindSpa Signature Shop Pool / Pool Bar / Whirlpools Watersports Platform Terrace Bar Candles
SUITES CATEGORY TX DELUXE CATEGORY AX DELUXE CATEGORY A CATEGORY BX DELUXE
Illustrations are representative only. Actual layout of ships may vary slightly.
178 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
GUEST DECKS: 6 SUITES
CATEGORY
TX DELUXE CREW MEMBERS: 200
CATEGORY AX DELUXE
CATEGORY A
CATEGORY BX DELUXE
CATEGORY B
PUBLIC SPACES STAIRS/ELEVATORS
SPEED: 10 toCATEGORY 12 knotsCATEGORY with engines CATEGORY A B PUBLIC SPACES STAIRS/ELEVATORS DELUXE only; up to 15BXknots with prevailing wind SHIP’S REGISTRY: Bahamas
DRAFT: 16.5 feet (5 meters)
STATEROOMS & SUITES
PUBLIC SPACES
BEAM: 66 feet (20 meters)
• Access to/from outside deck may require assistance with doors and thresholds.
CATEGORY AX DELUXE
LENGTH: 535 feet (162 meters) at waterline; 617 feet (187 meters) including bowsprit
CATEGORY B
• Access to board ship is via stairs only.
CATEGORY TX DELUXE
ENGINES: 4 diesel electric generator sets, 2 electrical propulsion motors
GUEST CAPACITY: 310 BRIDGE SUITES
SUITES
Stateroom
TONNAGE: 14,745 gross registered tons (grt)
STAIRS/ELEVATOR
Wind Surf was renovated November of 2016.
SHIP FACTS
SAILS: 7 triangular, self-furling, bridge-operated sails with 26,881 square feet (2,600 square meters) of Dacron surface area MASTS: 5 at 221 feet (67.5 meters)
Suite
Bridge Suites: 495 square feet (46 square meters) Suite 501: 242 square feet (22.5 square meters), 1 bathroom Suites: 376 square feet (35 square meters), 2 bathrooms
Staterooms: 188 square feet (18 square meters) Staterooms with 3 rd Berths: 117–140; all suites Staterooms with One Queen Size Bed Only (no twin option): 101, 102, 157, 301-302 Suites with One Queen Size Bed Only (no twin option): 303 and 304
WINDSTAR CRUISES :: 179
Reception WindSpa
WC
SMALL SHIP
Galley
Lobby
AmphorA
Lounge Library
Signature Shop
FLYING BRIDGE
SAILING VESSELS
WC
203 201 2 10 208 206 204 202 Fitness Center
Watersports Platform
Pool Bar
DECK THREE
105 103 101
121 119 117 115 111 109 126 124 122 120 118 116 114 112
107
139 137 135 133 131 129 127 125
Owner’s Suite
140 138 136 134 132 130 128
Radio Room
2 17 2 15 211 209 207 205
Whirlpool Pool
Veranda
226 224 222 220 2 18 2 16 2 14 2 12
Bridge
233 2 31 229 227 225 223 221 2 19
Candles
240 238 236 234 232 230 228
OWNER’S SUITE
WindSpa
WC
Galley
AmphorA
Lobby
Lounge Library
110 108 106 104 102
Reception
WC
Signature Shop
DECK THREE
10
8
6
2 17 2 15 211 209 207 205
203 201
226 224 222 220 2 18 2 16 2 14 2 12
2 10 208 206 204 202 Fitness Center
DECK TWO
2
7
1
Watersports Platform
Owner’s Suite 107
5
121 119 117 115 111 109
139 137 135 133 131 129 127 125
4
105 103 101
13
11 9
233 2 31 229 227 225 223 221 2 19
3 12
240 238 236 234 232 230 228
STATEROOM
CATEGORY AX DELUXE
CATEGORY A
CATEGORY BX DELUXE
CATEGORY B
PUBLIC SPACES
STAIRS
110 108 106 104 102
126 124 122 120 118 116 114 112
140 138 136 134 132 130 128
OWNER’S SUITE
DECK ONE
A B O A R D W I N D S P I R I T & W I N D S TA R ONBOARD SPACES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Bridge Veranda Candles AmphorA Restaurant Staterooms Signature Shop Reception Library
OWNER’S SUITE
9 WindSpa 10 Fitness Center 11 Pool / Pool Bar / Whirlpool 12 Lounge 13 Watersports Platform
CATEGORY AX DELUXE CATEGORY A CATEGORY BX DELUXE CATEGORY B
SHIP FACTS MASTS: 4 at 204 feet (62 meters)
GUEST CAPACITY: 148 GUEST DECKS: 4 OWNER’S SUITE
CATEGORY AX DELUXE
CATEGORY A
CREW MEMBERS: 101 LENGTH: 360 feet (110 meters) at waterline; 440 feet (134 meters) including bowsprit
PUBLIC SPACES
TONNAGE:
STAIRS
Wind Spirit : 5,736 gross registered tons (grt)
BEAM: 52.1 feet (15.8 meters)
Illustrations are representative only. Actual layout of ships may vary slightly.
180 :: WINDSTAR CRUISES
• Access to board ship is via stairs only. • Access to/from outside deck may require assistance with doors and thresholds.
SPEED: 10 knots with engines only; up to 15.8 knots with prevailing wind SHIP’S REGISTRY: Bahamas
DRAFT: 14 feet (4.1 meters)
Wind Star : 5,307 gross registered tons (grt)
Wind Spirit was renovated in April 2017 and Wind Star will be renovated in November 2018.
ENGINES: 3 diesel electric generator CATEGORY CATEGORY B PUBLIC SPACES STAIRS BX DELUXE sets, 1 electrical propulsion motor
SAILS: 6 triangular, self-furling, bridge-operated sails with 21,500 square feet (2,200 square meters) of Dacron surface area
Stateroom
Owner’s Suite
STATEROOMS & SUITES Owner’s Suite: 220 square feet (21 square meters) (Queen size bed only. No twin option.)
Staterooms with Adjoining Private Doors: Wind Spirit : 124/126, 129/131, 132/134, 133/135, 136/138
Staterooms: 188 square feet (18 square meters) (All staterooms except 101 and 102 have 3rd berths.)
Wind Star : 125/127, 128/130, 129/131, 132/134, 133/135, 136/138
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GENERAL CRUISE TERMS & CONDITIONS All itineraries, schedules, and ports are correct at time of publication but are subject to change without notice. “Windstar Cruises,” “Windstar,” “We,” and “Us” refer to Windstar Cruises Marshall Islands, LLC, a Limited Liability Company that owns and operates the cruise line known as Windstar Cruises. “You,” “passenger” and “guest” refer to persons travelling with Windstar and those in their care, such as minor children. Due to the small size and intimate nature of our yachts, Windstar Cruises is unable to accommodate children under eight (8) years of age. Guests under 21 years of age must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or chaperone in their stateroom or suite who is at least 25 years old; one adult (age 25 or older) chaperone is required for every five (5) people under 21. Should you need to contact Windstar Cruises prior to cruising, use this address: Windstar Cruises, 2101 4th Avenue, Suite 210, Seattle, WA 98121, U.S.A. PASSAGE CONTRACT: All cruises are provided subject to the terms of the
Windstar Cruises Passage Contract, be found at http://bit.ly/2puTq7y and which contains important, comprehensive additional terms governing your cruise with us including among other things limits on claims and liability, resolution of claims, etc.
CRUISE FARES: Your fare includes ocean transportation, stateroom or suite accommodations, and all meals and entertainment on board the yacht. Not included, however, are items of a personal nature, such as alcoholic beverages, laundry, transfers prior to or after your cruise, or optional programs or activities. Shore excursions and airfare are available for an additional charge. All rates shown are per person based on double occupancy. Fares are published in U.S. dollars (USD).
Note: Third-person rates are available upon request. For further information on fares, nondiscountable amounts, taxes, and surcharges, please see below. SINGLES: Single occupancy of a stateroom is generally 175% of the published
per person stateroom cruise fare (200% of the Owner’s Suite, Suites, and Bridge Suites per person cruise fares) and is subject to availability.
WINDSTAR FARE PRICE ASSURANCE POLICY: Guests who purchase a
cruise on Windstar will be eligible for reimbursement upon request if the fare published by Windstar for their specific departure and cabin class is reduced after they have made a booking and deposit, and if the request is received by Windstar at least 90 days prior to sailing. The reimbursement will be provided in the form of a shipboard credit, upgrade, fare reduction, or a future cruise credit. Windstar will determine the form of reimbursement, and the amount of reimbursement will be the difference between the fare actually paid by the guest and the published fare on WindstarCruises.com the day the request is received. Guests who select reimbursement will be eligible for any complimentary inclusive features (e.g., hotels, air, tours) associated with the new fare and will forfeit any complimentary inclusive features associated with the original fare. All requests for reimbursement must be made directly to Windstar Cruises at 800-258-7245 (during regular reservations hours) at least 90 days prior to sailing. Windstar’s new fare pricing assurance policy will take effect with new bookings made on or after August 15, 2018. Windstar reserves the right to modify or terminate this policy at any time for bookings not yet made. Policy does not apply to certain promotions or guests outside of the US or Canada. RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENT: Windstar Cruises works with travel
agencies worldwide to serve your needs. Reservations either made by or assigned to a travel professional must be managed by the agency of record. While Windstar is unable to provide specific booking information on agency bookings, we are happy to answer general questions. Alternatively, you may reserve your cruise directly with us if you prefer. Since accommodations are limited by the number of staterooms or suites on each yacht, reservations should be made as early as possible. Payment for your Windstar cruise is to be
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made to the travel agency with which you made your reservation, or to Windstar Cruises directly. Travel documents will be issued when full payment has been received by Windstar Cruises. Refunds for cancelled or unused services will be made, less any applicable cancellation fees and charges. If you have reserved your cruise with your travel professional, please be aware that additional cancellation fees charged by the booking agency may apply. DEPOSIT AND FINAL PAYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Deposit of 15%
of cruise fare, hotel, and non-discountable amounts is required within three (3) days of booking to secure a reservation. Final payment is due prior to 90 days before departure date. Your travel documents are usually received approximately 60 days prior to departure. If booking directly with Windstar Cruises, send payments to Windstar Cruises, 2101 4th Avenue, Suite 210, Seattle, WA 98121, U.S.A. Payment is also welcome by American Express®, Discover Card®, Visa®, or MasterCard®. For faster processing, please include your confirmation number on your check. All charges are in USD. Windstar is not liable for any currency exchange rate or foreign exchange fee imposed by the bank or credit card company. Payment of the cruise deposit and Travel
Protection Plan (if applicable) constitutes a binding of the Terms & Conditions and acceptance of the Passage Contract. LATE BOOKING POLICY: On bookings within 45 days of departure,
Windstar Cruises requires final payment (cashier’s check, electronic transfer of funds, or American Express®, Discover Card®, Visa®, or MasterCard®) before we can initiate the process of requesting hotel and/or air space; on bookings within 14 days of departure, we are unable to make air or hotel transfers or arrangements. Windstar Cruises will advise you of the status of the request within five (5) working days of receipt of final payment. If your request is confirmed, electronic tickets will be sent via email. If we are unable to confirm your late booking all monies paid will be refunded in full. Please note, changes or additions to the cruise package (i.e. transfers, special services, gifts, or onboard packages) cannot be made within seven (7) days of departure and should be arranged once you are on board the yacht.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Each cruise booking cancelled before 120 days prior to initial departure will be subject to a $50 per person cancellation fee. A full refund (except for the amounts paid for air transportation, Cancellation Protection Plan and the $50 per person fee) will be made for written cancellations received by Windstar Cruises at least 121 days prior to the date on which you are to commence travel by any mode of transportation booked through Windstar Cruises (air, sea, or land). Guests who cancel after that date for any reason, including medical or family reasons, are subject to the following cancellation fee schedule: 120-90 days before commencing travel – 15% of gross fare (deposit); 89-60 days before commencing travel – 35% of gross fare; 59-30 days before commencing travel – 50% of gross fare; 29-0 days before commencing travel – 100% of gross fare.
Given that the resale of cancelled space will likely result in a lost opportunity to sell other space, these fees are due regardless of resale. Windstar Cruises can only be responsible for refunding amounts actually received. Travel agencies may impose their own cancellation fees. Agency fees of any nature are a matter to be decided on solely by the agency and its customers. Windstar Cruises cruise tickets and Passage Contracts are non-transferable. Name changes and departure date changes are considered reservation cancellations/re-bookings and are subject to cancellation fees. Changes require the prior approval of Windstar Cruises and may not always be possible. Windstar Cruises cruise and accommodations cancellation policies do not apply to airline reservations. Airline reservations changes require the prior approval of airlines and may result in change fees or may not be possible.
CHANGE FEES: Changing your itinerary after reservations have been
made can result in a loss of advantages gained by early planning. To cover administrative costs, a minimum charge of $35 per person will be assessed if you request a change in your travel arrangements less than 121 days prior to commencement of travel. This doesn’t apply to departure date changes made by Windstar Cruises. Change fees are not assessed for stateroom upgrades or for the addition of services unless air reservations are altered and/or travel documents must be reissued.
ADDITIONAL DEFINITIONS: “Yacht” or “Ship” refers to the vessel that will
provide the ocean transportation portion of the cruise. “Cruise” refers to the specific cruise purchased by you, and shall include periods during which you are embarking or disembarking the Yacht or are on shore while the Yacht is in port. “Initial Departure” means the time at which you first begin transit by any means of transport booked by us (including air transportation) for the purpose of taking the Cruise. “Windstar Air Package” refers to air transportation booked for you by Windstar Cruises to enable you to travel to and from your Cruise. “Windstar Land Package” includes any shore activity before or after the Cruise or ashore during the Cruise arranged for you by us in connection with your Cruise.
PROHIBITED ITEMS; DRUG & ALCOHOL RESTRICTIONS; BAGGAGE:
The following are strictly prohibited on the Ship and during all aspects of the Cruise, Windstar Land Package and shore excursions: radioactive materials, recreational and medicinal marijuana and other controlled substances under USA law (see United States DEA Drug Schedules at www.dea.gov/druginfo/ ds.shtml) or any under any foreign jurisdiction the Ship enters (except lawfully obtained and transported prescription drugs other than marijuana), firearms, ammunition, weapons, fireworks, aerial drones, illicit or hazardous materials, hand irons, water heaters and candles. Passengers are allowed to bring aboard two (2) bottles of wine or champagne (750ml) per cabin for their enjoyment onboard for a 7-day Cruise or three (3) bottles for an 8-day (or longer) Cruise. Passengers may consume these permitted outside beverages in public areas on the Ship, but a small corkage fee (approximately US$15 + 15% gratuity) will be applied to the passenger’s onboard account. All additional outside alcohol (meaning wine, beer and/or hard alcohol) including alcohol purchased at ports of call along the Cruise route, will be kept by the Ship’s purser and delivered to the passenger’s cabin the last evening of the Cruise. We will carry as baggage only your personal effects consisting of wearing apparel, toilet articles and similar items for your wearing, comfort or convenience during the Cruise and not belonging to or intended for use by any other person or for sale. For loading and unloading the Ship and other means of transportation, all baggage must be tendered for carriage in securely constructed and locked suitcases or trunks. All baggage must be able to be safely stowed in your cabin on the Ship. The only animals permitted to accompany you are recognized service dogs for passengers with disabilities; you are responsible for complying with governmental health, documentation and other requirements as to recognized service dogs. We do not accept to carry as baggage or assume any liability for any loss of or damage to or delay of trade goods, household goods or furniture, perishable items, medicine, liquor, cash, credit or debit cards, jewelry, gems, gold, silver, precious metals, art, collectibles or similar valuables, securities, financial instruments, records or other valuable or business documents, computers, cellular telephones, cameras, hearing aids, electric wheelchairs, scooters, or other video or electronic equipment, binoculars, film, videotape, computer disks, audio disks, tapes, DVDs or CDs, or other articles specified in 46 U.S. Code Section 30503. These items should not be left unattended about the Ship or your cabin, nor should they be left unattended on other vessels, railcars, taxis or other vehicles or in hotels, nor placed in luggage other than a bag that you carry with you. In addition, we do not assume any liability for any loss of or damage to carry-on baggage on the Ship or on the other means of
transportation or in hotels. The Ship and certain hotels may be equipped with cabin or room safes or safe-deposit boxes in the Ship’s or hotel’s Front Office; using these facilities will not, however, increase our liability as provided in the Passage Contract. NON-WINDSTAR CRUISES SERVICES; ITINERARY CHANGES: These
include non-Windstar Cruises Services such as airlines and other off-ship transportation carriers, shore excursions (other than the limited number of shore excursions operated by Windstar), and accommodations. Non-Windstar Cruises Services are solely at your risk and subject to the terms or arrangements made by you. Windstar Cruises assumes no responsibility with respect to these non-Windstar Cruises Services including delay, injury, death or damage to property. Situations may arise that, in the opinion of Windstar Cruises, make it necessary for Windstar Cruises to cancel, advance, or postpone a scheduled departure, change itineraries or make substitutions involving ports of call, other travel components, vessels, or other modes of transportation. These situations may include, by way of example, concerns regarding weather conditions, issues involving safety matters, alternative business arrangements or charters resulting in the decision to withdraw a Cruise from public sale, or requirements of governmental authorities. If this should occur, Windstar Cruises does not assume responsibility or liability for any losses, inconvenience, or expenses incurred by guests as a result. Please see the Windstar Cruises Passage Contract for further details.
PASSENGER CONDITION & PASSENGERS WITH DISABILITIES: There are risks inherent to being aboard a Ship. These include, by way of example, having to evacuate the Ship in case of emergency, having to move about on the Ship during rough seas and lack of access to full medical services. For people who are pregnant, ill or who are mentally or physically disabled or impaired, these risks are more significant. For example: access to all parts of the Ship, other means of transportation or to facilities on shore may be difficult or impossible for some passengers. In addition, medical evacuation during the Cruise, whether at sea, by tender, or by deviating from the scheduled itinerary, may create an increased risk of harm and may not be feasible for a variety of reasons. We reserve the right to determine, in our sole discretion exercised in good faith, whether and when a medical evacuation from the Ship will occur. For safety reasons, passengers may not book or embark upon a Cruise if the passenger may reach or exceed the 24th week of pregnancy during the Cruise.
Guests who need assistance and/or have special requests, or need special facilities or equipment with regard to accommodation, seating or services required or their need to bring medical and mobility equipment, must notify Windstar immediately and where possible before concluding their booking. This is to ensure that everyone can be carried safely and in accordance with all applicable safety requirements and to ensure that Windstar can provide the necessary assistance and there are no issues relating to the design of the Ship or port infra-structure and equipment – including port terminals – which may make it impossible to carry out the embarkation, disembarkation or carriage of guests in a safe or operationally feasible manner. Windstar is not obliged to provide any assistance or meet special requests unless it has agreed to do so in writing. If a guest cannot be carried safely and in accordance with applicable safety requirements then Windstar can refuse to accept the guest or embarkation of a disabled person or person with reduced mobility on the grounds of safety. For these reasons, we require that if you have any special medical or physical or other requirements, these be brought to our attention immediately and, where possible, before booking the Cruise. Any prospective passenger with disabilities or special needs must complete a special request form at http://bit.ly/2FS2KNR.
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GENERAL CRUISE TERMS & CONDITIONS continued You may be asked questions in order to ensure your safety. In limited situations where you would be unable to satisfy certain specified safety and other criteria, even when provided with appropriate auxiliary aids and services, we reserve the right to refuse permission to participate in all or part of the Cruise. There are no elevators on Wind Star and Wind Spirit nor were these Yachts originally constructed to be wheelchair accessible and do not have accessible cabins. As a result, these two Yachts may be unsuitable for people relying solely on mobility devices. Wind Surf, Star Pride, Star Legend, and Star Breeze are equipped with elevators, although some of the passenger common areas are not wheelchair accessible. Staterooms on Wind Surf are not wheelchair accessible. Four (4) suites on the all-suite Yachts (Star Breeze, Star Legend and Star Pride) provide limited access for wheelchairs. These cabins have a smaller Queen bed and there is reduced “wheel around” space in those cabins. Also note, there is no elevator access to board any of the Ships. Certain ports require the Ships to anchor; in this case guests must be ferried into port requiring guests to board a tender boat or rubber inflatable raft (“RIB”) from the Ships while at sea. A list of ports where tenders or RIBs are used is available at http://bit.ly/2IGrGWd. This list is not exhaustive. Those passengers confined to wheelchairs must furnish their own slim or low profile size wheelchairs which are less than 27 inches wide. The Ships’ wheelchairs are available for emergency use only. Larger, wider or motorized wheelchairs or scooters are generally too large to be accommodated on the Ships. Wheelchairs may be difficult to accommodate in embarkation and disembarkation in certain ports and in tenders. The decision of the officer in charge of tender operations as to whether wheelchairs can be accommodated is final. For reasons of health and safety the crew are forbidden from carrying passengers or passengers in wheelchairs. Wheelchairs cannot be transported in RIBs. In limited situations where an individual with a disability would be unable to satisfy certain specified safety and other criteria, even when provided with appropriate auxiliary aids and services, we may find it necessary to ask the individual to make alternative travel arrangements.
Recognized service dogs are subject to and must comply with national, international and EU Regulations regarding health, inoculations, training and travel. It is the passenger’s responsibility to have all necessary papers and clearances prior to the Cruise and to be satisfied that the service dog can be carried to the ports of embarkation and disembarkation and that the service dog is not prohibited from going ashore at the various ports of call. Please see Windstar’s accessibility page for more information for guests with disabilities at http://bit.ly/2IGrGWd. FARES, NON-DISCOUNTABLE AMOUNTS, TAXES, FEES, PORT EXPENSES, AND SURCHARGES: Windstar Cruises reserves the
right not to honor any published prices that it determines were erroneous due to printing, electronic, or clerical error. Each Cruise fare includes a Non-Discountable Amount. That portion of the fare is both non-commissionable to travel professionals and not subject to reduction in the event of a percentage discount promotion, 2-for-1 promotion, or otherwise. If cost factors dictate the need for fare increases, Windstar Cruises may do so at any time prior to departure. Guests can cancel (without paying a cancellation fee) rather than accept a fare increase. Suggested onboard gratuities are extra.
Guests must be physically and emotionally fit to travel at the time of embarkation and certify that they have no medical or emotional condition that would endanger any other passengers. Windstar recommends that any guest who is not self-sufficient travel with a companion who shall take responsibility for any assistance needed during the Cruise and in case of emergency.
Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses, as used by us, may include, without limitation, all or a portion of all fees, charges, tolls and taxes imposed on us by governmental or quasi-governmental authorities, as well as third party fees and charges arising from a vessel’s presence in a harbor or port. Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses may include U.S. Customs fees, head taxes, Panama Canal or other canal tolls, passenger facilities charges, dockage fees, wharfage fees, inspection fees, pilotage, air taxes, hotel or VAT taxes incurred as part of a land tour, immigration and naturalization fees, and Internal Revenue Service fees, as well as fees for navigation, berthing, stevedoring, baggage handling/storage and security services. Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses may be assessed per passenger, per berth, per ton or per vessel. Assessments calculated on a per ton or per vessel basis will be spread over the number of passengers on the Ship. Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses are subject to change (but will not change after assessment due to currency fluctuations) and we reserve the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare has already been paid in full. Windstar Cruises reserves the right to impose or pass through fuel surcharges, security surcharges, or similar incidental surcharges. No right of cancellation exists under these circumstances.
Windstar reserves the right to require any passenger to produce medical evidence of fitness to travel in order to assess whether that passenger can be carried safely in accordance with applicable international, US, or Canadian law.
YACHTS OWNERSHIP AND REGISTRY: All Windstar Cruises Yachts are registered in the Bahamas and owned by Windstar Cruises Marshall Islands, LLC. Yacht ownership and registry are subject to change.
Windstar reserves the right to refuse passage to anyone who has failed to notify it of their specific needs with regard to accommodation, seating or services required from Windstar or terminal operators, or their need to bring medical equipment, or to bring a recognized service dog on board the Ship, or of any other known disabilities, or who in Windstar’s and/or the Master’s opinion is unfit or unable to travel, or anyone whose condition may constitute a danger to themselves or others onboard on the grounds of safety.
TRANSFERS/PRE- & POST-CRUISE SERVICES: Services for Windstar
Animals and/or pets other than recognized service dogs are not allowed on board the Ship under any circumstances without Windstar’s permission in writing. Recognized service dogs are permitted on board the Ship if prior arrangements have been made at the time of booking. Companion animals and emotional support animals are not allowed on board the Ship. Any such animals or pets brought on board without permission will be taken into custody and arrangements will be made for the animal to be landed at the next port of call at the passenger’s sole expense.
Cruises cruise-only guests (individuals who do not purchase air transportation or cruise extensions from Windstar Cruises) begin with embarkation at the noted time in your Cruise documents. Any transfers, meals, and dayroom accommodations required prior to this time are the responsibility of the guest. Please make a note of this, as many international flights arrive several hours prior to the scheduled embarkation time. Guests may purchase a transfer from local airport to yacht for day of cruising and from yacht to local airport for day of disembarkation directly through Windstar Cruises Vacation Planning. Guests flying on dates other than the date of (dis)embarkation must arrange their own transfers unless the reason for the different date is because of the purchase of a cruise extension from Windstar Cruises. Transfers for these guests will be arranged between airport, hotel, and pier, as appropriate, so long as the transfer dates coincide with the dates of the services purchased from Windstar Cruises.
SHIPBOARD ACCOUNT AND CURRENCY EXCHANGE: Our cashless
society is designed to make your life on board as simple as possible. When you board the Yacht, your account has already been activated and you may make purchases by simply showing your guest identification card and signing a receipt. On embarkation day, you will need to register your credit card (Visa®, Discover®, MasterCard®, or American Express®) in order to use your onboard account for shipboard purchases. We do not accept debit cards or prepaid cards. Your card will be pre-authorized for USD $60 per person for each day of your Cruise. At the end of your Cruise, you will receive a final statement, and your card will be charged only for the actual amount of your purchases. Please inform your credit card issuer in advance that your card will be used on a Windstar Yacht. This will help prevent delays in obtaining pre-authorization on board. Products and services on board are in USD. Windstar is not liable for any foreign exchange fees imposed by your card issuer. There are no currency exchange services offered on board. WINDSTAR AIR PACKAGE ARRANGEMENTS BY WINDSTAR CRUISES MARSHALL ISLANDS, LLC: If you are purchasing a Windstar Air Package,
we will arrange for air transportation to the departure point of your Cruise and return air transportation from the termination point of your Cruise to the home city from which you departed. Due to the special fares and capacity controls we have with airlines, we retain the right to select carriers and determine routings. Some routings may involve travel to or from an airport other than in the city where the Ship embarks or disembarks. In those cases, motor coach transportation to and/or from the Ship will be provided. Flight schedules and/or availability may require overnight hotel accommodations either to join and/or to return from your Cruise. Due to airline schedules (and occasionally, lack of flight availability), travel between many major cities and your Cruise may require one (1) or more hotel overnights en route. If necessary, the cost of this hotel accommodation is not included in the airfare and is your responsibility. Hotels will be selected by Windstar Cruises and might not be at the port. You are responsible for meals and items of a personal nature.
LIABILITY AND RELATIONSHIP WITH AIRLINES: We will use
commercially reasonable efforts to arrange for your air transportation. If, however, due to any cause beyond our control, we are unable to arrange for air transportation (including, for example, because of capacity controls placed upon us by airlines due to the types of fares under which we book) or the air transportation we arrange is unavailable or otherwise fails to materialize, our sole liability will be limited to refunding the air add-on paid. Our relationship with airlines is that of an independent travel agent. We assume no liability for any acts or omissions of any airline including, without limitation, those involving cancellation of flights, schedule changes, re-routings, damage to or delay or loss of baggage, flight delays, equipment failures, accidents, pilot or other staff shortages, overbooking or computer errors. Accordingly, you will not have any right to claim or recover against us as a consequence of any act or omission of any airline. The liabilities and obligations of an airline to you, and your rights against an airline, are subject to any and all terms and conditions of the airline’s ticket and tariffs and any and all governmental laws and regulations bearing upon or otherwise relating to such rights, liabilities and obligations.
LIABILITY AND RELATIONSHIP WITH WINDSTAR LAND PACKAGE PROVIDERS: If, due to any cause beyond our control, we are unable to
arrange for any Windstar Land Package or any desired portion thereof, our sole liability will be limited to refunding the Windstar Land Package add-on paid. Our relationship with providers of Windstar Land Package accommodations or services is that of an independent travel agent. We assume no liability for any acts or omissions of any Windstar Land Package provider or subcontractor including, without limitation, cancellation, damage to or delay or loss of baggage, delays (including any delay in rejoining the Ship or missing the sailing or any flight), equipment failures, accidents, staff shortages, overbooking or computer errors. Windstar Cruises honors the Cruise Line Passenger Bill of Rights, which can be found at http://bit.ly/2FZzjW9.
SCHEDULE CHANGES; AIR DELAYS: We reserve the right to alter air
flights as required by airline schedule changes. If tickets have already been issued, we will adjust your itinerary or air carrier, accordingly. In that event, we may ask you to return your tickets. Should you choose to alter your airline schedule in any way once your tickets have been issued, airline charges which result will be your responsibility. If our assistance is requested in changing airline arrangements within sixty (60) days of departure, an additional administrative charge will be levied in addition to any charges imposed by airlines. If your flights are delayed, refer to our Setting Sail booklet for instructions.
SEAT ASSIGNMENTS; SPECIAL SERVICES; FARES; LOST TICKETS; BAGGAGE CHARGES; AIR TAXES AND FEES: We cannot make or
confirm seat assignments, special meals or other special services. Your travel agent may assist with these arrangements. If, however, airline fuel or other surcharges or additional governmental taxes or levies are imposed, we reserve the right to pass these through to you. Please keep your airline tickets in a safe place. Should they be lost, you will be responsible for their replacement. Each airline has its own baggage allowance policy. You are responsible for any excess baggage charges imposed by airlines. Air add-on costs quoted by Windstar Cruises will not include passenger facility charges, federal flight segment taxes for each flight segment (takeoff and landing), the September 11 security fee per passenger enplanement, international arrival and departure taxes assessed in foreign countries (the amount of which may be charged in the currency of the foreign country and is subject to change), or new taxes which may be enacted.
Information contained above is accurate at the time of publication and subject to change without notice.
Rev. August 17, 2018
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Since 1901, the Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel has been taking people on a fabled journey to the heart of one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Grand Canyon Railway is more than just a mode of transportation: it’s a trip back in time on lovingly restored rail cars with entertaining musicians and the antics of cowboy characters. Out your window, the terrain changes from high desert to prairie, prairie to pine. It’s a view that’s ever-changing until you come across a view so brilliant, it could very well change you. All aboard to the Grand Canyon to make a grand trip grander!
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VBT Bicycling and Walking Vacations is the value leader in active biking and walking vacations and has been rated among the “World’s Best Tour Operators” by the readers of Travel + Leisure seven times. VBT offers over 55 deluxe, small group Bicycling, Walking and Barge & Sail vacations in 29 different countries and 10 U.S. States. Unlike other companies, VBT also includes roundtrip international airfare from over 30 U.S. cities and select Canadian cities for all overseas vacations.
For over 39 years, Country Walkers has provided active, immersive, and unforgettable travel experiences on five continents — including unforgettable safaris to Africa. They offer two distinct ways to explore: scheduled, small-group Guided Walking Adventures and independent Self-Guided Walking Adventures. On tour, guests enjoy superb local cuisine, first-class guides, fine accommodations, and authentic cultural and natural encounters.
The Oasis at Death Valley is situated in a lush oasis surrounded by the vast and arid desert of Death Valley National Park, California – just 120 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada and 275 miles northeast of Los Angeles, California. This is one resort with two hotels – the historic, AAA Four Diamond, 66-room Inn at Death Valley and the family-oriented, 224-room Ranch at Death Valley. The resort includes natural spring-fed pools, an 18-hole golf course, horse and carriage rides, world-renowned stargazing and is surrounded by Death Valley National Park’s main attractions The entire resort has recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, including the addition of 22 private, luxury casitas.
Special Offer: 15% off the best available rate at The Inn at Death Valley. Visit OasisatDeathValley.com to learn more or call 800-236-7916 and mention booking code PGWIN to book your special offer.
Welcome to the world of Holiday Vacations, featuring unique and popular guided tours to more than 65 destinations worldwide. Those fascinating destinations include the United States, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and many exotic destinations including Galapagos Islands, Iceland, and African Safaris. Their guided tours offer guests more value for their dollar than anywhere else, with all airfare included, local departures, expert guides, deluxe hotels, included meals, and builtin surprises along the way.
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Visit CountryWalkers.com to learn more or call 800-234-6900 and mention booking code XFAM2018 to book your special offer.
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~ Travel + Leisure, 2018
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