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oin us in 2016 as we further expand your options for cruising in Windstar’s unique private yacht style. With new itineraries, six elegant sail and power yachts to choose from, and exciting new Private Events (complimentary, of course), the small ship world of Windstar has never been more luxurious.
Panama & Costa Rica
Caribbean
Tahiti
More ships, more
Your Caribbean options
Now you can cruise Tahiti’s
departures, and two new
are broader than ever
stunning waters year-round
itineraries expand your
with the addition of six new
on the elegant sailing yacht,
choices in the Crossroads
itineraries and new ports in
Wind Spirit.
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Puerto Rico and the ABC Islands (Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao).
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ecluded lagoons and intimate harbors are made even more spectacular when seen from the decks of the world’s #1-rated Small Ship Cruise Line. The 2014 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Award demonstrates something Windstar guests have known all along — that nothing brings your dreams to life like Windstar. • Fewer than 300 guests. Large enough to pamper you in luxury, fine dining, and spacious living. Yet small enough to visit tiny islands and remote villages others can’t reach. • Legendary service. The best on the seas.
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• Visit smaller ports and immerse yourself in exclusive local experiences only Windstar can offer. • Voted #1 in the world in value, personal service, and dining.
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ith fewer than 300 companions on board guests soon become friends, not just faces. You accept the open invitation to drop by the Bridge and chat with the Captain — just as you would on your own private yacht. And when you find the perfect cove on a perfect day, you abandon other plans and dive off the Watersports Platform into water so clear you can see the coral below. Your lovely yacht takes you right to your destination. Small groups quickly dissipate on shore, circumventing the label of “tourist.” And exhausting all-day excursions to the likes of Jost Van Dyke, Isla de Coiba, and Isla Culebra are passé.
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here you are, stretched out on deck, savoring the gentle sea breeze, and — voila! — the perfect refreshing drink appears at your side. Or you’re just finishing dinner, contemplating the beautiful evening ahead, when — presto! — your absolute favorite dessert is suddenly in front of you. Or, after a day of exploring, our attentive crew is at your service welcoming you back with a warm smile. Are we really psychic, or are we just paying attention to what will make your moment perfect? You tell us.
* Named Best Service in Condé Nast Traveler 2014 Readers’ Choice Awards.
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xperience the kind of adventure that defines the difference between tourism and true travel. Only on Windstar’s small ships can you ask questions at will of your onboard Costa Rican Naturalist, enjoy mouthwatering yacht deck barbecues within sight of rare birds and sea turtles, and explore the great outdoors by kayak, paddleboard, or sailboat directly from the Watersports Platform. It’s an intimate style of cruising that promotes connections, understanding, and a renewed sense of wonder.
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ISLAND E X P ER I EN C E Discover what it’s like to have your own private island for the day. Kick off your shoes for activities such as volleyball, snorkeling, and bocce ball. Dine al fresco in the most beautiful setting imaginable, your appetite roused by the delicious aromas coming from the barbecue. Taste a signature cocktail created to commemorate this incredible day as you pose for the ultimate selfie, with your exquisite private yacht in the background.
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hat would a tropical island getaway be without a touch of local color, a delicious feast, and time to fully immerse yourself in the island experience? On your special day you will enjoy one of the following complimentary experiences, determined by your chosen itinerary.
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Past and present merge and mingle on this Private Event created especially for St. Lucia. Wander the historic fort, now silent except for the calls of mockingbirds and doves. Watch, mesmerized, as the history of St. Lucia unfolds in a glorious amalgam of music, dance, and light. Browse the open-air food stalls as steel drums play and sample island specialties from soup to rum. It’s more than a taste of local culture — it’s an eminently satisfying buffet.
It’s right out of a dream — an evening of Polynesian magic on a secluded motu all your own. Inhale the heady scent of your flower lei and tender suckling pig. Feast on tropical delights and meat so tender it almost melts in your mouth. Then as the stars begin to shine, gaze on as dancers dazzle you with their mastery of fire, twirling and throwing flames so fierce you feel the heat from 10 feet away.
As the sunset paints the pastel buildings of Willemstad’s Old Town you watch ships go by, listen to talented local musicians, and admire the Antillean décor of an acclaimed restaurant located in a beautifully restored 18th century building. Dutch, Creole, Venezuelan and Indonesian flavors mingle in the music and the delicious cuisine served on a covered verandah. The only thing that could make this evening more perfect would be an easy return to your elegant yacht. Oh look, it’s right there.
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ach day is filled with larger-than-life memories, just like being on your own private yacht. They can be as special as our deck barbecues, elaborate sunset celebrations followed by music and dancing under the stars. Or the intoxicating freedom of exploring new wonders away from crowds, lines, and regimen. In every port, make sure you’re on deck for Windstar’s signature Sail Away to the majestic strains of Vangelis’ stirring 1492: Conquest of Paradise.
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ith Windstar, you enjoy all the premium amenities of a luxury cruise for less than you may imagine. A rare combination indeed. Our beautiful sailing yachts and all suite power yachts excel on every level. And whichever yacht you choose, you will enjoy elegant surroundings, artfully crafted cuisine, complimentary Private Events, and a wealth of daily indulgences and courtesies that make each day exceptional. No wonder we’ve earned the highest score for value among small ship cruise lines in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2014 Readers’ Choice Awards.
A l w a y s C o m p l i m e n t a r y… • Champagne welcome reception • Windstar exclusive local Private Event on all voyages* • Beautiful Sail Away from every port • Spectacular onboard deck barbecue gala** • Onboard entertainment, including local performances in most regions
• Non-alcoholic beverages, including specialty tea and coffee drinks • Plush bathrobes and slippers • Fresh flowers and fruit in your stateroom or suite • Marble finished baths (power yachts only) • Flat screen TV and DVD player
• Beautifully appointed ocean view stateroom or suite
• Fully equipped Watersports Platform, use of all watersports equipment included**
• All meals, in all venues
• Access to the Open Bridge
* Excludes repositioning cruises.
** Dependent on port and weather conditions.
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t the juncture of two funnels, life pours into the Crossroads of the Americas. A refuge for rare species from north and south. Nationalities drawn to the isthmus that offers swift passage between east and west. The jungle and sea are brimming with it — scarlet macaws, sea turtles, howler monkeys, whales, blue morpho
butterflies the size of dinner plates. Against all this color and cacophony, your elegant white yacht rests at anchor awaiting your return from a canopy zip line or kayak trip through the mangroves. You are an explorer by day, with cocktails on the fantail at 5.
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Isla de Coiba, Panama
A Complimentary Windstar
PRIVATE EVENT
PA SSAGE THROUGH PANA M A & COSTA R ICA
Isla de Coiba: Island Experience
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ransit the Panama Canal, one of the world’s most stunning feats of engineering, on a yacht that lets you see it all. Watch for rare Scarlet Macaws
in Corcovado National Park, “The Amazon of Costa Rica,” and dive the amazing
Find the fun through activity or relaxation on the beach while the chefs work their magic preparing an incredible buffet.
coral reefs of Isla de Coiba. This is a singular voyage of natural wonders and manmade marvels.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G H TS • Onboard presentations from Costa Rican Naturalist
• Explore the French and Spanish colonial homes in Casco Viejo near Balboa
• Corcovado National Park outside Bahía Drake
• Yacht deck barbecue
• Golfo Dulce’s rainforest
• Private Event on Isla de Coiba
• Marine life surrounding Isla de Coiba • Panama Canal transit
Puerto Caldera COSTA RICA
Quepos
Panama Canal
(Manuel Antonio National Park)
Colón
Bahía Herradura
Caribbean Sea
Balboa
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Bahía Drake
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Golfo Dulce (Puerto Jimenez)
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Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
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Quepos, Costa Rica
Day 3
Bahía Drake, Costa Rica
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Golfo Dulce (Puerto Jimenez), Costa Rica
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Isla de Coiba, Panama
Day 6
Balboa, Panama
Day 7
Transit Panama Canal, Panama
Day 8
Colón, Panama
D E PA RT U R E DATES Star Pride: Dec 12, 19 , 26, 2015; Jan 2 , 16, 23 ; Feb 6, 13 , 20++, 2016 Star Breeze: Dec 12 , 19, 26 , 2015; Jan 9, 16 ; Feb 6 , 13, 20 , 27; Mar 5 , 19, 26 ; Apr 2, 2016 = Reverse Route ++Star Pride Feb 20, 2016 departure is 8 days and includes a stop in Bahia Herradura
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NATUR ALLY COSTA R ICA
PRIVATE EVENT
Puerto Caldera to Puerto Caldera, 7 days
Your complimentary event on lovely Tortuga Island features a variety of fun, a secluded beach and a bountiful buffet.
ush, full of life, kissed by the sun and blessed with a breathtaking shoreline, the “rich coast” is just what it claims to be. At the confluence of two oceans,
two continents, and two climates, Costa Rica is one of the most ecologically
diverse places on earth. Bring your binoculars and prepare to be wowed by
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wildlife and seduced by the Eden-like beauty of the country that time forgot.
VOYAGE HI G HL I G HTS • Onboard presentations from Costa Rican Naturalist
• Spider monkeys and caimans in Curú National Wildlife Refuge
• Masaya volcano tour near San Juan del Sur
• Manuel Antonio National Park in Quepos
• Ziplining in Playas del Coco
• Corcovado National Park outside Bahía Drake
• Yacht deck barbecue
• Private Event on Tortuga Island
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NICARAGUA San Juan del Sur
Caribbean Sea
Playas del Coco
COSTA RICA
Puerto Caldera Quepos
(Manuel Antonio National Park)
Curú (Reserve) Tortuga Island
Pacific Ocean
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Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
Day 4
Playas del Coco, Costa Rica
Day 5
Quepos, Costa Rica
Day 6
Bahía Drake, Costa Rica
Day 7
Curú and Tortuga Island, Costa Rica
Day 8
Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
D E PA RT U RE DATES Star Breeze: Jan 2, 23; Mar 12, 2016 Star Pride: Jan 9, 30, 2016
Bahía Drake
(Corcovado National Park)
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PRIVATE EVENT Curaçao: An Antillian Evening
Enjoy an evening of Antillean entertainment, décor and cuisine amid the pastel charms of Willemstad’s Old Town.
DUTCH DELIGHTS & R AI NFOR EST R ETR EATS
Isla de Coiba: Island Experience
PA N A M A & C O S TA R I C A
Aruba to Puerto Caldera, 14 days
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Welcome to a gorgeous unspoiled paradise where you’ll find delicious food, an open bar, fun activities and local music.
o many vacations in one. Go diving in the marvelous ABC Islands, both Dutch and delightful. Make an epic passage through the Panama Canal.
Penetrate the jungles of Colombia and Costa Rica in search of giant Blue Morpho butterflies, Resplendent Quetzals, and native cultures that live much as their
ancestors did.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G H TS • Watching the intricate ballet of men and machinery as your ship passes through the Panama Canal
• Walking the ancient terraces of the Tayrona culture, ancestors of Colombia's Jaguar people, in the Taironaka Reserve near Santa Marta
• Willemstad’s colonial town center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Exploring the national parks of Golfo Dulce with their wildlife, waterfalls, and natural wonders
• The Hato Caves on Curaçao with their fancifully named stalactites and stalagmites
• Snorkeling the Antilla shipwreck in Aruba, covered in coral formations and orange anemones
• Diving and snorkeling in Bonaire
Caribbean Sea
Puerto Caldera
Curaçao
(Willemstad)
Aruba
(Oranjestad)
Bonaire
(Kralendijk)
Bahía Drake
(Corcovado National Park)
Golfo Dulce
COSTA RICA
(Puerto Jimenez)
PANAMA
Cartagena
Quepos
(Manuel Antonio National Park)
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Oranjestad, Aruba
Days 9/10 Balboa, Panama
Day 2
Kralendijk, Bonaire
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Isla de Coiba, Panama
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Willemstad, Curaçao
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Day 4
At Sea
Golfo Dulce (Puerto Jimenez) Costa Rica
Day 5
Santa Marta, Colombia
Day 13
Bahia Drake, Costa Rica
Day 6
Cartagena, Colombia
Day 14
Quepos, Costa Rica
Day 7
At Sea
Day 15
Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
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Transit Panama Canal
Balboa
Isla de Coiba
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THE U NDERWATER WOR LD OF PANA M A & COSTA R ICA
Three Ways to Experience the Magic
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indstar has created a comprehensive program that will show you the best of Panama & Costa Rica’s underwater world. Colorful sea life, exotic reefs, crystalline depths. Whether
you are a certified diver looking for adventure, a beginning diver hoping to explore the SCUBA experience, or simply love to eavesdrop on life beneath the surface as you snorkel, Windstar has a comprehensive program that will show you the best of Panama & Costa Rica’s underwater world. Certified Dive Program Experienced and certified PADI SCUBA instructors are on board to help make your experience perfect. Note: Proof of Certification and Log Book required for Certified Dives.
One- or two-tank dives are available in:
Guided snorkeling options are available in:
Isla de Coiba, Panama
Isla de Coiba, Panama
Bahia Drake, Costa Rica
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Beginning SCUBA experiences are available in:
Oranjestad, Aruba Kralendijk, Bonaire
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hh. There are still secret places 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 private yacht has an uncanny ability to find places like this. Places where your SAN JUAN & THE VIRGIN ISLANDS
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PRIVATE EVENT
SAN JU AN & THE VIRGI N ISL ANDS
Prickly Pear Beach: Island Experience
CARIBBEAN
San Juan to San Juan, 7 days
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o two days are alike on this bewitching cruise through the Virgin Islands. Fall under the spell of French-flavored favorites like St. Barts and St. Martin.
Stray off the beaten path to explore rarely visited national parks and wildlife
A special private day of beach and water activities, lively local music, entertainment, and an impressive beach buffet.
refuges. And leave your footprints on an endless parade of perfect beaches.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G H TS • Discover a town swallowed by a volcano during a rare visit to Montserrat
• Let the Bubbly Pool on Jost Van Dyke wash your cares away
• Snorkle with sea turtles on Isla Culebra
• Let yourself go — at Windstar’s Island Experience, the Caribbean’s best party
• Learn all about the pirates’ favorite grog at San Juan’s famous Bacardi Rum distillery
• Soak in the natural bathing pools of “The Baths” at Virgin Gorda
• Shop for bargains on St. Martin, the only 100% duty free island in the Caribbean
Atlantic Ocean
Jost Van Dyke
San Juan
Virgin Gorda
(Marigot)
St. Barthélemy
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San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 2
Isla Culebra, Puerto Rico
Day 3
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Day 4
Little Bay, Montserrat
Day 5
Marigot, St. Martin
Day 6
Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands
Day 7
Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
Day 8
San Juan, Puerto Rico
D E PA RT U R E DATES Star Legend: Dec 5, 12, 19, 26, 2015; Jan 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Feb 6, 13, 20, 2016
Isla Culebra, Puerto Rico
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PRIVATE EVENT
GEMS OF THE LEEWA R D ISL ANDS
Prickly Pear Beach: Island Experience
San Juan to San Juan, 10 days
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verywhere you look is another cover shot image. Dazzling white sand turns the shallows mesmerizing shades of peacock and mermaid, weathered
CARIBBEAN
A private beach party — complete with sun, sand, entertainment, activities — and incredible food and drink.
fortresses point cannons at long-vanished schooners, natural pools warm gently
under the mid-day sun. On your private yacht, you’re equally at home in exclusive harbors and anchored off barefoot beaches, so you can see it all.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G HTS • Soak in the natural bathing pools of “The Baths” at Virgin Gorda
• Delve into the history of pirates and colonists in San Juan
• Absorb the distinctive French charm of enchanting Les Saintes • Cruise past the stunning emerald Pitons (volcanic spires) on St. Lucia, a UNESCO site
• Wander the historic ruins and pristine beaches of Pigeon Island • Let the Bubbly Pool on Jost Van Dyke wash your cares away
• Let yourself go at Windstar's Island Experience, the Caribbean's best party
Jost Van Dyke
San Juan PUERTO RICO
Atlantic Ocean
Virgin Gorda
St. Martin (Marigot)
St. Barthélemy (Gustavia)
Antigua
(Falmouth Harbour)
Isla Culebra
Guadeloupe (Les Saintes)
Caribbean Sea
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
• Explore Nelson’s Dockyard, the only Georgian dockyard in the world
• Snorkle with sea turtles on Isla Culebra
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San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 2
Isla Culebra, Puerto Rico
Day 3
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Day 4
Falmouth Harbour, Antigua
Day 5
Les Saintes, Guadeloupe
Day 6
Pigeon Island, St. Lucia
Day 7
At Sea
Day 8
Marigot, St. Martin
Day 9
Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands (Overnight)
Day 10
Jost Van Dyke, B.V.I.
Day 11
San Juan, Puerto Rico
D E PA RT U RE DATE Star Legend: Nov 25, 2015
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PRIVATE EVENT
CA R IBBEAN HIDEAWAYS
St. Lucia: St. Lucian Potpourri
CARIBBEAN
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et nature and the Windstar crew fulfill every dream you’ve ever had about paradise as you spend pampered days in the secret hideaways
of the Caribbean. Kayak off the Watersports Platform, walk on uncrowded beaches, admire sunsets reserved just for you.
Participate in an authentic St. Lucian experience of historic tour, on-stage performance and open air food fair.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G H TS • UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Bridgetown and San Juan
• Absorb the distinctive French charm of enchanting Les Saintes
• A rare post-volcano visit to Montserrat
• Sail, swim, and kayak off the Watersports Platform
• Wander the historic ruins and pristine beaches of Pigeon Island
• Mount Pleasant and Fort Hamilton on Bequia • Cruise past the stunning emerald Pitons (volcanic spires) on St. Lucia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Snorkel with sea turtles on Isla Culebra • Mingle with the glitterati in St. Barts
San Juan PUERTO RICO
Atlantic Ocean
St. Barthélemy (Gustavia)
Montserrat
Isla Culebra
(Little Bay)
Guadeloupe (Les Saintes)
Caribbean Sea
Barbados
(Bridgetown)
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
Bequia
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San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 2
Isla Culebra, Puerto Rico
Day 3
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Day 4
Little Bay, Montserrat
Day 5
Les Saintes, Guadeloupe
Day 6
Pigeon Island, St. Lucia
Day 7
Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 8
Bridgetown, Barbados
D E PA RT U R E DATES Star Legend: Feb 27; Mar 19 , 2016 = Reverse Route
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A Complimentary Windstar
BEST OF THE A BC ISL ANDS
PRIVATE EVENT
Barbados to Aruba, or reverse, 7 days aste the Caribbean at its exotic best, from nutmeg-scented Grenada to Aruba’s sugar-white beaches. Learn to windsurf in the trade wind’s steady
hand. Discover Curaçao through the eyes of its colorful artists. And savor your
surroundings — both on shore and on the decks of the elegant Star Legend or
Local cuisine, talented musicians, spectacular views and the Antillean charm of a restored 18th century venue.
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Curaçao: An Antillian Evening
Star Pride.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G HTS • UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Bridgetown, Barbados, and Willemstad, Curaçao
• Wild seahorses in the mangroves at Restinga Lagoon on Isla Margarita
• A trip to the nutmeg factory on Grenada
• Diving and snorkeling in Bonaire’s marine sanctuary
• Snorkeling the Antilla shipwreck in Aruba, covered in coral formations and orange anemones
• The Hato Caves on Curaçao with their fancifully named stalactites and stalagmites
• The underground wonderland of Harrison’s Cave in Barbados
• Sail, swim, and kayak off the Watersports Platform
• Grand Etang National Park on Grenada
• Willemstad’s colonial town center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Caribbean Sea
Barbados
Curaçao
Aruba
(Oranjestad)
(Willemstad)
(Bridgetown)
Bonaire
(Kralendijk)
Grenada
(St. George’s)
Isla Margarita
Tobago
(Man-O-War Bay)
Day 1
Bridgetown, Barbados
Day 2
St. George’s, Grenada
Day 3
Man-O-War Bay, Charlotteville, Tobago
Day 4
Isla Margarita, Venezuela
Day 5
At Sea
Day 6
Willemstad, Curaçao
Day 7
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Day 8
Oranjestad, Aruba
D E PA RT U RE DATES Star Legend: Mar 5, 12 , 2016 Star Pride: Nov 21, 2015; Mar 6 , 2016 = Reverse Route
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SECR ETS OF THE SOUTHERN CA R IBBEAN
Curaçao: An Antillian Evening
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Colón to Aruba, 7 days
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iscover the “deep south” of the Caribbean, beyond the mainstream cruises. The Dutch ABC islands are acclaimed for their crystalline waters,
world-class beaches, diving, and snorkeling. Seldom-visited mainland ports with
The perfect blend of Cuban music, eyecatching views, and delicious local cuisine served at an acclaimed restaurant.
a lively Caribbean vibe. And towns founded on Spanish gold that retain their colonial charm. It’s a voyage of discovery you won’t want to miss.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G H TS • Willemstad’s colonial town center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Walking the ancient terraces of the Tayrona culture, ancestors of Colombia's Jaguar people, in the Taironaka Reserve near Santa Marta
• Snorkeling the Antilla shipwreck in Aruba, covered in coral formations and orange anemones • Visiting the home of Simon Bolivar, The Liberator, in Santa Marta
• The Hato Caves on Curaçao with their fancifully named stalactites and stalagmites • Diving and snorkeling in Bonaire’s marine sanctuary
Curaçao
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Aruba
Caribbean Sea
(Oranjestad)
Bonaire
(Kralendijk)
Colón Santa Marta PANAMA
Cartagena COLOMBIA
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Day 1
Colón, Panama
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Cartagena, Colombia
Day 4
Santa Marta, Colombia
Day 5
At Sea
Day 6
Willemstad, Curaçao
Day 7
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Day 8
Oranjestad, Aruba
D E PA RT U R E DATE Star Pride: Feb 28, 2016 Book the February 20 departure of Passage Through Panama & Costa Rica before this cruise to include the Panama Canal in your experience.
Cartagena, Colombia
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ICONS OF THE DUTCH CA R IBBEAN Colón to St. Maarten, or reverse, 7 or 8 days egin your cruise at the extreme southern fringe of the Caribbean. Find hidden treasures in the historic Old Town
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of Cartagena and the emerald jungles of Panama. Immerse yourself in crystalline waters known for world-class
diving. Explore charming pastel-colored towns. And enjoy a relaxed ambiance that perfectly complements the yacht style elegance of your Windstar ship.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G H TS • Admiring the workings of the Panama Canal from Colón
• Diving and snorkeling in Bonaire’s marine sanctuary
• Viewing the port and fortresses of Cartagena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Shopping St. Maarten’s Main Street with everything from duty free goods to Dutch cheese and chocolate
• Riding a carriage through Old Town Cartagena, redolent of colonial days
• Snorkeling the Antilla shipwreck in Aruba, covered in coral formations and orange anemones
St. Maarten (Philipsburg)
7 Day 8 Day
Caribbean Sea
Aruba
(Oranjestad)
Bonaire
(Kralendijk)
Colón
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Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Cartagena, Colombia
7 day — St. Maarten to Colón
Day 4
At Sea
Star Breeze: Dec 5 , 2015
Day 5
Oranjestad, Aruba
Day 6
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Days 7/8 At Sea
Cartagena COLUMBIA
8 day — Colón to St. Maarten
Day 1
Day 9 PANAMA
D E PA RT U RE DATES
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Star Breeze: Apr 9, 2016
7 day does not include Bonaire = Reverse Route
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British Virgin Islands
A Complimentary Windstar
YACHTSM AN’ S CA R IBBEAN
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Prickly Pear Beach: Island Experience
An amazing beach buffet, and fun activities on a private beach where you can choose to do a lot or nothing at all.
et 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 Soper’s Hole and the inviting beaches of Jost Van Dyke as you overnight in the harbor. Sail to Virgin Gorda, with its assembly of housesized rocks called “The Baths.” Savor the high life on St. Barts.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G H TS • Soak in the natural bathing pools of “The Baths,” at Virgin Gorda
• Sail, swim, and kayak off the Watersports Platform • Local treasures at Soper’s Hole Wharf
• Enjoy the Island Experience at Prickly Pear Beach, your complimentary Private Event
• Mingle with the glitterati in St. Barts
• Beachcomb at St. Barts
• Shop and dine in duty free St. Maarten
Atlantic Ocean
Jost Van Dyke
St. Maarten (Philipsburg)
St. Barthelemy (Gustavia)
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Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Day 2
Falmouth Harbour, Antigua
Day 3
At Sea
Day 4
Soper’s Hole, Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Day 5
Jost Van Dyke, Great Harbour, British Virgin Islands (Overnight)
Day 6
Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands (Overnight)
Day 7
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Day 8
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Antigua Soper’s Hole – Tortola
(Falmouth Harbour)
Virgin Gorda
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St. Lucia
A Complimentary Windstar
PRIVATE EVENT
CL A SSIC CA R IBBEAN
St. Lucia: Island Experience
St. Maarten to St. Maarten, 7 days rom 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
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Fun, food and adventure on a beautiful secluded beach at Pigeon Island where the bar is open and local music playing.
with the music, tastes, and joie de vivre unique to the Caribbean life.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G H TS • Discover St. Lucia’s UNESCO Site when you see the twin Pitons, rising majestically from the turquoise sea
• Embrace the island life on St. Kitts' one-of-a-kind Shipwreck Beach
• Savor the distinctive French charm of enchanting Les Saintes
• Enjoy the unspoiled paradise of Barbuda, with its pink beaches and soaring frigate birds
• Anchor alongside the pristine beaches of Pigeon Island’s 40-acre National Park and explore at your leisure
St. Maarten
• Let yourself go — at Windstar’s signature beach barbecue, the Caribbean’s best party
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(Philipsburg)
St. Barthelemy (Gustavia)
Barbuda
St. Kitts
(Basseterre)
Guadeloupe (Les Saintes)
Caribbean Sea
Dominica (Roseau)
Atlantic Ocean
Day 1
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Day 2
Barbuda, 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
D E PA RT U RE DATES Wind Surf: Dec 12, 2015; Jan 9, 30; Mar 5, 19, 2016
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
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A Complimentary Windstar
PRIVATE EVENT
JEW EL S OF THE W I NDWA R D ISL ANDS
Mayreau: Island Experience
Snorkel, swim, play volleyball, bocce ball or relax on the beach, but work up an appetite for your delicious buffet.
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iscover the enchanting magic of St. Vincent & the Grenadines, the way it used to be. This is the Caribbean you’ve heard about, dreamed about,
always wanted to see. The Caribbean you can only find on a small sailing yacht. Perfect beaches. Crystalline waters. Amazing snorkeling. It’s all here. All yours.
Truly get away from it all.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G H TS • Scenic cruising past the UNESCO World Heritage Site Pitons (volcanic spires) on St. Lucia
• St. Lucia’s beachside resorts and national park • Mount Pleasant and Fort Hamilton on Bequia
• Beaches, sun, fun, and barbecue at your Island Experience Private Event on Mayreau
• Grand Etang National Park on Grenada
• Sail, swim, and kayak off the Watersports Platform
• Scenic cruising around St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Atlantic Ocean
St. Lucia
(Pigeon Island)
Day 1
Barbados
(Bridgetown)
Caribbean Sea
Bequia
Tobago Cays Mayreau Grenada
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Days 2/3 Pigeon Island, St. Lucia (Overnight) Day 4
St. George’s, Grenada
Day 5
Tobago Cays, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 6
Mayreau, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 7
Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Day 8
Bridgetown, Barbados
D E PA RT U R E DATES Wind Star: Dec 5, 12, 19, 26, 2015; Jan 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Feb 6, 27; Mar 5, 12, 2016
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Three Ways to Experience the Magic
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indstar has created a comprehensive program that will show you the best of the Caribbean’s underwater world. And all the snorkel equipment you need is
already on board and waiting for you. Certified Dive Program
Experienced and certified PADI SCUBA instructors are on board to help make your experience perfect. Note: Proof of Certification and Log Book required for Certified Dives.
Beginning SCUBA experiences are available in:
Tobago Cays, St. Vincent & The Grenadines Bequia, St. Vincent & The Grenadines
One- or two-tank dives are available in:
St. George’s, Grenada
St. George’s, Grenada
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Pigeon Island, St. Lucia
Roseau, Dominica
Prickly Pear Beach, Virgin Gorda
Falmouth Harbour, Antigua
Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Gorda Prickly Pear Beach, Virgin Gorda
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St. George’s, Grenada
Guided snorkeling options are available in:
Pigeon Island, St. Lucia Oranjestad, Aruba Kralendijk, Bonaire Man-O-War Bay, Tobago Isla Culebra, Puerto Rico
Soper’s Hole, Tortola
Roseau, Dominica
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t’s a match made in heaven, this. You on your pristine white ship, sails billowing, and these islands, so impossibly colorful, like a box of crayons gone mad. Wind Spirit is as at-home among Tahiti’s deserted motus and shallow lagoons as a tiare flower, and just as beautiful, furled or unfurled. Bliss knows no bounds.
The sand massages your feet, warm water welcomes you like an old friend, ambition falls away as you watch the sun etch palm fronds on the beach. This is a place that is easy to love, difficult to leave, as so many before you have discovered. Come. Keep the promise you made to yourself so long ago.
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Fakarava
A Complimentary Windstar
PRIVATE EVENT
TA HITI & THE TU A MOTU ISL ANDS
Bora Bora: Celebration Festival
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egendary islands and undiscovered atolls mesmerize you with their tropical hues. Feast your eyes on Bali Hai. Discover the diver’s paradise of Fakarava,
Enjoy a traditional “ahima’a” feast on a secluded motu and see expert fire dancers perform high-speed acrobatics.
a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve that fulfills every fantasy about the South Pacific. Feel your heart soar as your resplendent sailing yacht enters each radiant lagoon.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G H TS • Explore the rich ecosystem of Fakarava, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve known for some of the best diving in the South Pacific
• Snorkel or dive in Rangiroa’s huge lagoon filled with colorful fish and beautiful coral
• Visit a tiny village on Takapoto and see their black pearl beds firsthand
• Learn native Polynesian dances and experience local culture with special guest performers
• Compare sunsets as you overnight in Raiatea and Bora Bora
• Celebrate at a festive beach party and on a fun-filled onboard barbecue
• Check out your choice of complimentary watersports toys from the yacht’s Watersports Platform
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Takapoto
Rangiroa
South Pacific
Bora Bora SOCIETY ISLANDS
Fakarava
Huahine Raiatea Moorea
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Papeete, Society Islands At Sea Rangiroa, Tuamotu Islands Takapoto, Tuamotu Islands Fakarava Biosphere Reserve At Sea Huahine, Society Islands Raiatea, Society Islands (Overnight) Days 9/10 Bora Bora, Society Islands (Overnight) Day 11 Moorea, Society Islands Day 12 Papeete
D E PA RT U R E DATES Wind Spirit: Jan 4; Mar 28; May 23; Oct 17, 2016
Bora Bora
FA K A R AVA : LIK E NOW HER E EL SE ON EA RTH 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, myriad forms of sea life, and rare species — found here, and nowhere else. Unlike the other 420 atolls on the planet, the inner lagoon at Fakarava is completely closed, creating a unique ecosystem that’s still revealing its mysteries. There are no banks or ATMs. No casinos or duty free shops. Just paradise, the Wind Spirit, and you. • Experience the magic with Windstar’s Dive and Snorkeling Options (see page 33).
• The pristine, nutrient-rich lagoon offers the rare conditions needed for pearl farming. Learn how Tahitian pearls are created. • Discover impossibly pink sand beaches and uninhabited motus fringed with coconut trees .
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crystal lagoons of the Tuamotu Islands. D E PA RT U RE DAT E S Wind Spirit: Dec 11, 2015; Mar 18; May 13; Oct 7, 2016 TUAMOTU ISLANDS
Takapoto
Rangiroa
South Pacific
Bora Bora
SOCIETY ISLANDS Huahine
Raiatea
Papeete
Moorea
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Papeete, Society Islands
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Takapoto, Tuamotu Islands
Day 4
Rangiroa, Tuamotu Islands
Day 5
At Sea
Day 6
Huahine, Society Islands
Days 6/7 Raiatea, Society Islands (Overnight) Days 8/9 Bora Bora, Society Islands (Overnight) Day 10
Moorea, Society Islands
Day 11
Papeete
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A Complimentary Windstar
PRIVATE EVENT
DR EA MS OF TA HITI
Bora Bora: Celebration Festival
Papeete to Papeete, 7 days
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graceful sailing yacht 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, staying overnight in most to give you time to swim and snorkel in crystal-clear lagoons, meander through lush rainforests, and experience the
Spend the evening on a secluded motu featuring a traditional roasted pig feast and fire dancers.
fascinating Polynesian culture from tikis to tiare flowers.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G H TS • Luxuriate in three delightful overnights, each in a unique island paradise
• Celebrate at a festive beach party and on a fun-filled onboard barbecue
• Discover Moorea, the inspiration for South Pacific’s mystical Bali Hai
• Delight to local entertainment on board and learn native Polynesian dances
• Experience drift snorkeling among coral gardens
• Gaze into a fiery sunset and watch for the green flash as it melts below the horizon
• Sail, swim, and kayak from the yacht’s Watersports Platform throughout the voyage
I T I N E R A RY Huahine
Bora Bora
SOCIETY ISLANDS
Tahaa
Days 3/4 Raiatea (Overnight)
Raiatea Moorea
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Huahine
Day 8
Papeete
D E PA RT U R E DATES Wind Spirit: Nov 6, 13, 20, 27 Dec 4, 21, 28, 2015 Jan 15, 22, 29 Feb 5, 12, 19, 26 Mar 4, 11 Apr 8, 15, 22, 29 May 6 Jun 3, 10, 17, 24 Jul 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Aug 5, 12, 19, 26 Sep 2, 9, 23 Oct 28 Nov 4, 11, 18, 25 Dec 2, 9, 16, 2016
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Three Ways to Experience the Magic
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indstar has created a comprehensive program that will give you the best of underwater Tahiti. And all the dive and snorkel equipment you need is already
on board and waiting for you. Certified Dive Program Experienced and certified PADI SCUBA instructors are on board to help make your experience perfect. Note: Proof of Certification and Log Book required for Certified Dives.
One- or two-tank dives are available in:
Guided snorkeling options are available in:
Bora Bora
Bora Bora
Bora Bora
Moorea
Moorea
Moorea
Rangiroa
Rangiroa
Fakarava
Fakarava
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Beginning SCUBA experiences are available in:
Tahaa Huahine
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ime hangs suspended like the moon above. 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 TRANSOCEANIC VOYAGES
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. 36
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econnect 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 power yachts of Windstar you have all the
time in the world to relax and restore.
VOYAG E HI G HL I G H TS • Sweeping ocean vistas from your stateroom or suite
• Private yacht lifestyle with no interruptions
• Time for your favorite indulgences — from a relaxing massage to breakfast in bed
• Dropping by the Bridge for an impromptu navigation lesson
• New friendships with like-minded travelers • Extraordinary cuisine — and great fitness equipment to work it off
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Wind Surf
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PORTUGAL USA
Atlantic Ocean
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
USA
Lisbon
AFRICA
ST. MAARTEN
BARBADOS
SOUTH AMERICA
SOUTH AMERICA
Lisbon
Philipsburg
Bridgetown
ST. MAARTEN
Atlantic Ocean
SOUTH AMERICA
WIND SURF • 14 DAYS
WIND STAR • 13 DAYS
STAR BREEZE • 13 DAYS
SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS TO PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN
LISBON, PORTUGAL TO BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
LISBON, PORTUGAL TO PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN
Departing: November 22, 2015
Departing: November 22, 2015
Departing: November 21, 2015
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USA
Atlantic Ocean
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
San Juan
USA AFRICA
PUERTO RICO
SOUTH AMERICA
Atlantic Ocean
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Philipsburg
USA AFRICA
ST. MAARTEN
SOUTH AMERICA
Atlantic Ocean
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Philipsburg
AFRICA
ST. MAARTEN
SOUTH AMERICA
STAR LEGEND • 14 DAYS
WIND SURF • 14 DAYS
STAR BREEZE • 13 DAYS
SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO TO SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS
PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN TO SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS
PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN TO SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS
Departing: March 26, 2016
Departing: April 2, 2016
Departing: April 17, 2016
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Atlantic Ocean
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day on board your Windstar yacht is a day of choices, all of them good. Perhaps you’ll begin with a relaxing massage in WindSpa. Or maybe an invigorating workout in the state-ofthe-art Fitness Center. Even better, why not both? After an enjoyable lunch in Veranda, make a splash from the Watersports Platform off the yacht’s stern. Everything you can think of for fun in the water is there — swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, even water skiing. And it’s all complimentary, of course. Sun yourself on deck, take a dip in the whirlpool, then
catch up on email or grab a DVD for your stateroom or suite in the Library. After dinner, try your luck in the Casino and dance to live music in the Lounge. This is your yacht, so of course you’re welcome on the Bridge, where the Captain and officers are delighted to share charts, routes, and vistas with you. As you prepare for another amazing Windstar day, enjoy a nightcap anywhere you like — on deck, in the Lounge, or why not let us bring it to your suite or stateroom? Your day ends just as it began, blissfully.
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STAR PRIDE , STAR BREEZE & STAR LEGEND All New, All Suite Yachts
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indstar’s private yacht style suffuses every detail of our three all suite Star Class yachts, each accommodating just 212 guests. Recently renovated to the tune of $8.5 million each, they offer everything you need to savor the yachting lifestyle from fine Egyptian cotton linens to panoramic views from your expansive windows or French Doors — at a size that is large enough to pamper and entertain you, yet small enough to tuck into delightful tiny harbors and hidden coves that others can’t reach.
After an elegant meal in AmphorA or romantic Candles, you have your choice of entertainments. Enjoy live music in Compass Rose, stop by the Screening Room for the latest movie, or sip a drink under the constellations at Star Bar on deck. For the ultimate experience, reserve one of our Destination Suites showcasing exotic Windstar destinations such as Bora Bora.
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ABOARD STAR PRIDE , STAR BREEZE & STAR LEGEND
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300 301 12 302 303 304 305 306 307 11 308 309 310 311
3 1 RADIO ROOM
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BEAUTY SALON
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313 315 317 319 321 323 325
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118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 12 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 135 136 137
RECEPTION
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PURSER
OFFICERS’ ACCOMMODATIONS
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SUN DECK
OFFICERS’ ACCOMMODATIONS
MEDICAL FACILITY
02 10 01 200 201 12 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 11 210 211 212 213 214 215
GALLEY
8 16 18 21 WATERSPORTS PLATFORM
DECK 8
DECK 7
DECK 6
DECK 5
DECK 4
O N B OA R D S PAC ES
DECK 3
+ RESTRICTED VIEW ADJOINING SUITES
1 Yacht Club
8
Veranda/Candles
17
Reception
ELEVATOR
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Star Bar
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Owner’s Suites
18
Lounge
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Bridge
10
Classic Suites
19
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WindSpa
11
Balcony Suites
5
Fitness Center
12
Ocean View Suites
Screening Room (Computer Center on Star Pride)
ONE QUEEN SIZE BED ONLY (no twin option)
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Counter-current pool and whirlpool (Whirlpools only on Star Pride)
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Signature Shop
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Library
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Casino
Courtyard (Pool on Star Pride)
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Compass Rose
7
SHOWER ONLY SHOWER ONLY (STAR LEGEND)
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AmphorA Restaurant
MODIFIED ACCESSIBLE SUITES Feature a full-size bed (no twin option)
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Watersports Platform
Suites 134, 136, 232 & 234, are modified accessible, shower only with a small lip into shower, a step into the bathroom with a portable ramp, standard interior and exterior doorways.
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OWNER’S SUITE (OW)
A L L S U ITE YAC HTS
CLASSIC SUITE (CS) BALCONY SUITE 1 (BS1) BALCONY SUITE (BS) OCEAN VIEW SUITE 3 (S3) OCEAN VIEW SUITE 2 (S2) OCEAN VIEW SUITE 1 (S1)
Owner’s Suites (OW): 575 square feet (54 square meters)
Balcony Suites (BS, BS1): 277 square feet (26 square meters)
Classic Suites (CS): Forward Suites, 01 and 02 — 530 square feet (49 square meters)
Suites with 3rd berths — 204205, 222-223 on Star Breeze and Star Legend only
Midship Suites, 05 and 06 – 400 square feet (37 square meters)
Ocean View Suites (S, S1, S2, S3): 277 square feet (26 square meters)
Suites with 3rd berths — 05 and 06 on Star Breeze and Star Legend only
Suites with 3rd berths — 112-115, 300301 on Star Breeze and Star Legend
OCEAN VIEW SUITE (S)
Modified Accessible Suites: 277 square feet (26 square meters), (Suites 134, 136, 232, 234).
• Access to board ship is via stairs only. • Access to/from outside deck may require assistance with doors and thresholds.
Owner’s Suite, Forward
Classic Suite, Midship
Classic Suite,
Balcony Suite
S H I P FAC TS GUEST CAPACITY: 212 GUEST DECKS: 6 CREW MEMBERS: 140 LENGTH: 440 feet (134 meters)
Forward BEAM: 63 feet (19 meters) DRAFT: 16.5 feet (5 meters) CRUISING SPEED: 15 knots PROPULSION: Twin propeller, driven by four Bergen marine diesel engines TONNAGE: 9,975 grt (gross registered tons)
Ocean View Suite
Ocean View Accessible Suite
SHIP’S REGISTRY: Bahamas
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n any day, our 310-guest flagship, Wind Surf — the world’s largest sailing vessel — 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 exudes contemporary luxury.
Treat your palate to the nouveau cuisine of Stella Bistro or dine under the stars in Windstar’s signature Candles outdoor restaurant. Work out in the state-of-the-art 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 it for yourself.
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Nautilus Room
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WindSpa
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AmphorA Restaurant
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Signature Shop
Bridge Suites
Yacht Club Sandwich & Espresso Bar
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Casino
Fitness Center
Pool/Pool Bar/Whirlpools
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Compass Rose Bar
Watersports Platform
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Suites and Staterooms
Reception
Terrace Bar
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Fitness Center
Veranda
Terrace Bar
SUITES
S TA R D E C K 503
Compass Rose
Nautilus Room
Bridge 502
Stella Stella Stella The Veranda The Veranda The Veranda Bistro Bistro Bistro
FitnessFitness Center Center
BRIDGE DECK
CATEGORY A
Fitness Center
Terrace Bar The Terrace The Terrace Bar The Bar Candles
AmphorA
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Lounge
Yacht Club
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Signature Signature Signature Shop Shop Shop Pool Pool Pool Photo Photo Photo Gallery Gallery Gallery Pool Bar Pool Bar Pool Bar Sandwich Espresso Bar Reception Sandwich Sandwich & Espresso & Espresso Bar &Reception Bar Reception
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Casino
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Whirlpools WhirlpoolsWhirlpools Watersports Platform
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M A IM NADI NEMCDA KEI N C KD E C K
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Casino Casino
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Candles Grill CandlesCandles Grill Grill
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Whirlpools
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Pool Bar
Compass Compass Compass Nautilus Nautilus NautilusRose Rose Rose Room Room Room
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The
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The The Bridge Bridge
Pool
Photo Gallery Reception
Sandwich & Espresso Bar 503
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CATEGORY BX DELUXE
Signature Shop
Casino 503
CATEGORY AX DELUXE
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CATEGORY TX DELUXE
• Access to board ship is via stairs only. • Access to/from outside deck may require assistance with doors and thresholds.
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Watersports WatersportsWatersports PlatformPlatform Platform
WindSpa WindSpa WindSpa
S TAT E RO O M
GUEST DECKS: 6
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LENGTH: 535 feet (162 meters) at waterline; 617 feet (187 meters) including bowsprit
D E CDKE O C KNDEOE CNKE O N E S U I TS U E I T ES U I T E
GUEST CAPACITY: 310
CREW MEMBERS: 191
S TATERO O M S & S U ITES
B R I DB G R IED SGBUERIITSDU EGI ET ES U I T E
S H I P FAC TS
TAT RO O M S TATS TAT E ROESORO M OEM
DRAFT: 16.5 feet (5 meters) TONNAGE: 14,745 gross registered tons (grt)
SUITES
BRIDGE SUITES
CATEGORY TX DELUXE
CATEGORY AX DELUXE
CATEGORY A
CATEGORY BX DELUXE
CATEGORY B
PUBLIC SPACES STAIRS/ELEVATORS
BEAM: 66 feet (20 meters) SAILS: 7 triangular, self-furling, bridgeoperated sails with 26,881 square feet (or 2,600 square meters) of Dacron surface area
SUITESCATEGORY CATEGORY CATEGORY CATEGORY AStaterooms: CATEGORY CATEGORY B SPACES PUBLIC SPACES STAIRS/ELEVATORS Bridge Suites: 495 square 188 square feet CATEGORY CATEGORY CATEGORY CATEGORY A A CATEGORY CATEGORY CATEGORY B PUBLIC B PUBLIC SPACES STAIRS/ELEVATORS STAIRS/ELEVATORS TX AX DELUXE BX DELUXE TX DELUXE TX DELUXE AXDELUXE DELUXE AX DELUXE BX DELUXE BX DELUXE feet (46 square meters) (18 square meters)
BRIDGE SUITES SUITES SUITES BRIDGEBRIDGE SUITES SUITES
Suite 501: 376 square feet (35 square meters)
Staterooms with 3 rd Berths: 117–139; all suites (excluding 501)
Suites: 376 square feet (35 square meters)
Rooms with queen beds that convert into (2) twin beds: 103–155; 205–269; 305–339; 501, 502, 503
MASTS: 5 at 164 feet (50 meters) ENGINES: 4 diesel electric generator sets, 2 electrical propulsion motors SPEED: 10 to 12 knots with engines only; up to 15 knots with prevailing wind SHIP’S REGISTRY: Bahamas
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WIND SPIRIT & WIND STAR The Essence of Small Ship Sailing
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xperience the essence of small ship sailing on the luxurious 148-guest Wind Star and Wind Spirit. Our 4-masted beauties feature wide open, teak decks — quite unusual for small ships. And guests will find hidden nooks for private moments giving them a feeling of being on their own private veranda. Gourmet cuisine is served course-bycourse 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. Additional Wind Star and Wind Spirit amenities include the luxurious WindSpa, a pool and whirlpool, Watersports Platform with complimentary water toys, Casino, Fitness Center, and Windstar’s special brand of 24-hour pampering.
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Signature Shop
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Reception
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Pool/Pool Bar/Whirlpool
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Candles
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Library
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Lounge
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AmphorA Restaurant
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WindSpa
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Watersports Platform
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Staterooms
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Fitness Center
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F LY I N G B R I D G E
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Candles
G BRIDGE
Bridge
Whirlpool Radio Room
CATEGORY A
Pool
Veranda
CATEGORY BX DELUXE Candles Grill Pool Bar
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CATEGORY B
Whirlpool Pool Galley
Lobby
AmphorA
Lounge Library
Pool Bar
Signature Shop
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WC
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Lobby
AmphorA
The Lounge
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CREW MEMBERS: 90 LENGTH: 360 feet (110 meters) at waterline; 440 feet (134 meters) including bowsprit
Watersports Platform
DRAFT: 14 feet (4.1 meters)
Staterooms with Adjoining Private Doors:
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107
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Wind Spirit: 124/126, 129/131, 132/134, 133/135, 136/138
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Wind Spirit: 124, 126,CATEGORY 129, A CATEGORY AX DELUXE 131–136, 138
GUEST DECKS: 4
Owner’s Suite
Staterooms with 3 rd Berths
ONE
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Staterooms: 188 square feet (18 square meters)
Fitness Center
CATEGORY BX DELUXE
S H I P FAC TS GUEST CAPACITY: 148
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S TATERO O M S & S U ITES
OWNER’S SUITE
Watersports Platform
Owner’s Suite
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Fitness Center
Casino
Signature Shop
THREE
• Access to/from outside deck may require assistance with doors and thresholds.
WindSpa
WC
Galley
• Access to board ship is via stairs only.
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Reception
STAIRS
Casino
203 201
DECK THREE
WC
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FOUR
WindSpa
WC
105 103 101
Radio Room
PUBLIC SPACES
Reception
The Veranda
CATEGORY B
PUBLIC SPACES
STAIRS
Wind Star: 125/127, 128/130, 129/131, 132/134, 133/135, 136/138
TONNAGE: Wind Spirit: 5,736 gross registered tons (grt) Wind Star: 5,307 gross registered tons (grt) BEAM: 52.1 feet (15.8 meters)
Wind Star: 118-122, 124-136, 138 Owner’s Suite: 220 square feet (21 square meters)
STATEROOM
S TAT E RO O M
SAILS: 6 triangular, self-furling, bridgeoperated sails with 21,500 square feet (or 2,200 square meters) of Dacron surface area MASTS: 4 at 204 feet (62 meters) ENGINES: 3 diesel electric generator sets, 1 electrical propulsion motor SPEED: 10 knots with engines only; up to 15.8 knots with prevailing wind SHIP’S REGISTRY: Bahamas
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CATEGORY B
PUBLIC SPACES
STAIRS
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COMPLETE
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LET WINDSTAR PLAN YOUR COMPLETE VACATION ne call. It’s that simple. With a single call to a Windstar Vacation Planner you or your travel
professional can take care of every aspect of your vacation — air travel, ground transportation, shore
excursions, pre- or post-cruise experiences and extensions, the right insurance to secure your peace of mind. Make your cruise as inclusive as you want it to be with these convenient options … P E R S O N A L O N B OA R D L AU N D RY S E RV I C E Pack light when you add our convenient 24-hour
We’ll get your Windstar vacation off to a flying start and bring you home in style. Our convenient air/sea
onboard professional laundry service. Simply leave
travel packages offer easy access to published and
your laundry outside your stateroom or suite before
specially negotiated airfares for round trip economy
you retire and it will be waiting for you, crisp and
and business class travel between most U.S. and
clean, when you return from your day’s explorations.
Canadian cities and our yacht’s embarkation and
It adds the easy to our easy-going style.
debarkation ports. Fares are guaranteed from the
C H O O S E A L L I N C LU S I V E A LCO H O L I C B E V E R AG E S Enjoy alcoholic beverages, including select top shelf
time of your booking and include convenient 24-hour emergency travel support in case weather and airline schedules don’t cooperate with your plans.
brands throughout your voyage, including cocktails,
With your air travel, we’ll also arrange convenient
wine, refreshments from your suite or stateroom
ground transportation between the airport and your
minibar, and room service. Guests who purchase the
hotel or yacht.
beverage package also have the option to select a number of ultra-premium brands at a minimal charge.
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PLANNING
priced option, as well as a more luxurious upgrade choice to extend your vacation. Go to
Even the best made plans are subject to unexpected
WindstarCruises.com/voyage-plan/hotels/ to
change, so your Vacation Planner is happy to advise
see our Windstar selected hotels.
you on the best of our Full Sail Travel Protection Plans for your needs. No one wants your plans to change, but if they do, we’ll make sure you’re covered. Full Sail Protection — Provides cancellation coverage for medical reasons and gives you complete peace of mind in case you encounter medical emergencies abroad or en route. Full Sail PLUS Protection — Get all the protection of
L A N D TO U R S Add a Windstar Land Excursion Package before or after your cruise, including hotels and fascinating tours that enrich your vacation experience. You can try the zip line in a Costa Rican rainforest, take a hot air balloon to view the fairy chimneys in Cappadocia, thrill to the beauty of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul ... the world is yours to explore.
Full Sail, plus coverage that allows you to cancel your vacation for any reason. This comprehensive plan also waives exemptions for any pre-existing conditions.
I N C LU D E S H O R E E XC U R S I O N S A S PA RT O F YO U R C R U I S E Your Vacation Planner will help you select shore
H OT E L S B E FO R E A N D A F T E R YO U R C R U I S E
experiences that are especially suited to your preferences, from certified SCUBA dives to
Our hand-picked collection of beautiful hotels is
rejuvenating baths in volcanic springs to stunning
the perfect way to extend your Windstar vacation
art works, archaeological wonders, and regional wine
in some of the world’s most exciting cities. We have
and food tastings. We’ll reserve your space ahead of
inspected and selected hotels that meet our highest
time to make sure you have first choice in every port.
standards in our embarkation and debarkation
Go to WindstarCruises.com/voyage-plan/hotels/ and
cities. You’ll find a well-located, conveniently
click Shore Excursions to see your options.
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Kingsmill Resort, Williamsburg, VA AAA Four-Diamond Kingsmill Resort located on the James River
Historic AAA Four-Diamond Inn at Furnace Creek, Death Valley, CA A spectacular oasis in the desert
LPGA Kingsmill Championship, Williamsburg, VA Kingsmill Resort is proud to host an annual LPGA tournament
XANTERRA PARKS & RESORTS is a global diversified travel and hospitality company offering extraordinary travel experiences in multiple destinations in the US and abroad. • Largest concessioner to the National Parks operating Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Glacier, Crater Lake, Zion, Death Valley, Mount Rushmore, and more. • Tour operations include VBT, Country Walkers and Austin Adventures. These upscale global adventure travel companies feature experiential tours to destinations around the world. • The four-diamond Kingsmill resort is renowned for its extraordinary golf courses and spectacular location along the James River, just minutes away from historic Williamsburg, VA. • Xanterra is affiliated with the awardwinning five-diamond Broadmoor resort in Colorado Springs and Sea Island Resort in Georgia.
MEET OUR SISTER COMPANIES Windstar Cruises is part of Xanterra Parks & Resorts, an award-winning global diversified travel and hospitality company that offers lifetime experiences in some of the most beautiful places on earth. From the national parks to the nature preserves in Africa, Xanterra Parks & Resorts offers a wide variety of adventures for every age group and interest. Whether you choose to golf a championship course on the banks of the James River in historic Williamsburg, make the journey to the bottom of the Grand Canyon on a mule, cycle through France’s lush countryside sampling fine wine and delicious cuisine, enjoy a scenic Red Bus tour in Glacier National Park, trek to
the ancient mountain-top ruins of Machu Picchu, watch Old Faithful geyser erupt from a century-old lodge in Yellowstone National Park, or simply gaze at the Milky Way in a historic four-diamond desert retreat in Death Valley, you can do all this and more with Xanterra. As the largest concessioner to the national parks, Xanterra operates hotels, restaurants, retail shops, and tours in Yellowstone, Glacier, Grand Canyon, Zion, Death Valley, and Crater Lake. In addition to our
Glacier National Park, Montana The Crown of the Continent
VBT Bicycling and Walking Vacations, Worldwide Travel + Leisure World’s Best Award recipient
Yellowstone, Wyoming The world’s first national park, there is no other place on earth with as many geothermal features in one place
Austin Adventures, Worldwide Personalized adventure travel for families to destinations worldwide
national park operations, VBT offers biking and walking vacations worldwide, and Austin Adventures specializes in upscale adventure travel trips for families eager to experience the world’s outdoors safely and comfortably. Xanterra provides memorable and ecologically responsible vacations, winning numerous sustainability awards from organizations
such as the Department of the Interior, National Park Service, and Environmental Protection Agency. Experience Xanterra and you’ll enjoy Legendary Hospitality with a softer footprint.
The Historic Grand Canyon Railway, Williams, Arizona
To book your next trip, please visit www.xanterra.com
Grand Canyon South Rim, Arizona Xanterra operates hotels, restaurants, tours, retail, and the historic Grand Canyon Railway
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our very first Windstar voyage welcomes you to membership in the Windstar Yacht Club, a private passport to privilege for our honored guests. Windstar Yacht Club members enjoy special benefits when you book, while you’re on board, and every time you share the Windstar experience with friends and family. YAC HT C LU B M EM B ER B EN EFITS
• 5% savings on standard cruise fares
• Private onboard member cocktail reception
• 5% bonus savings on bookings made within
• Invitation to dine with the Captain or
60 days of last voyage
Ship’s Officers (based on availability)
• Complimentary one-category standard stateroom or suite upgrade • Upgrade from standard stateroom or suite to
• Commemorative Welcome Aboard gift • $100 referral gift for you and each referred friend
premium suite starting at $500 per person
For full details, go to WindstarCruises.com/yacht-club Stateroom and suite upgrades are based on availability and confirmed at onboard check in.
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indstar is proud to have been recognized with top honors from some of the most respected leaders in our industry. And each year we bring home more of these prestigious awards. So take it from the experts — it doesn’t get any better than this. Windstar. Extraordinary.
2014
Editors’ Picks
Condé Nast Traveler 2014 Readers’ Choice Awards #1 Small Ship Cruise Line
Travel Weekly 2014 Gold Magellan Award Market Leader in Small Ship Cruising
Travel + Leisure 2014 World’s Best Awards #2 Best Small Ship Cruise Line
Condé Nast Traveler 2014 Readers’ Cruise Poll Windstar fleet listed in Best Small Ships
Cruise Critic 2014 Editors’ Picks Best for Romance
SAVEUR Magazine 2014 Culinary Travel Awards Outstanding Culinary Cruise Line
Condé Nast Traveler 2014 Gold List Award #3 Overall Cruise Line in Ocean Cruises
Porthole Magazine 2014 Readers’ Choice Awards Most Romantic Cruise Line
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YOUR YACHT I S WA I T I N G . . .
For reservations, call a Windstar Vacation Planner at 800-258-7245 or your travel professional.
Information contained herein is accurate at the time of publication and subject to change without notice.
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