Wind Star

Ship Highlights
• Passengers : 148
• Luxury Expedition Ship

Wind Star was created in the 1986 with the vision to offer an alternative to the typical cruise or resort vacation. The Wind Star passenger sees the world from a romantic sailing ship with luxurious accommodations, a casual yet elegant atmosphere, and exquisite service and cuisine. Cruise the waters of the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Central America and more onboard the Wind Star.

Wind Star is officially a motor-sail-yacht (msy), but the designation belies the vessels' unique rigging. Unfurling in two minutes at the push of a button, billowing white sails reach to the sky. All functions are operated from the bridge by computer micro-chips and navigational devices. The unusual "open-bridge" operation allows guests to drop by and acquaint themselves with the veteran captains and officers who demonstrate the ships' intriguing capabilities to modern day explorers.

This ships unique concept of sailing has led the cruise industry in the luxury small ship, casual attire, and alternative dining arenas. Pioneering and refining these concepts has earned the Wind Star an excellent reputation and market niche, winning the allegiance of a new generation of contemporary cruise vacationers, one-third of whom are first-time cruisers.

Teak decking, rich wood interiors, an attentive service staff, intimate surroundings, eclectic artwork, exceptional signature cuisine featuring both light and vegetarian menu selections, and an extensive wine list are some of the extraordinary elements of this exceptional ship.

Passengers are cradled in comfort as all staterooms and suites offer ocean views, sitting area, new LCD flatscreen TV, DVD, CD player, iPod Nanos and Bose SoundDocks systems, safe, mini-bar/refrigerator, international direct-dial phones, bathroom with luxurious pampering toiletries, hair dryer, plush terry cloth robes, and an abundance of closet space. The library on board stocks an array of international newspapers, books and games, as well as a multi-media selection of more than 500 DVD titles and compact discs available for complimentary check-out.

Carrying just 148 guests, the Wind star exudes a private-yacht-like atmosphere creating camaraderie and lasting friendships between fellow sailors. Every day aboard the Wind Star brings the promise of new horizons and harbors to explore.

An interesting mix of shore excursions and complimentary water sports activities are available at each destination. Passengers may find themselves slicing through Caribbean waters or exploring archaeological ruins in Greece, the "Cradle of Civilization." Water buffs can enjoy complimentary water-skiing, windsurfing, snorkeling, and kayaking from the ship's aft Water Sports Platform.

Caribbean (cruises)from:$1,199

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
St Martin to Panama	8	Novshow dates St Martin to Panama Nov 17–24, 2012	Caribbean: St. Martin Central America: Panama
Transatlantic Cruise - Bermuda to ...	14	Aprshow dates Transatlantic Cruise - Bermuda to Portugal Apr 7–20, 2013	Europe: Azores, Portugal

Central America (cruises)from:$1,199

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
St Martin to Panama	8	Novshow dates St Martin to Panama Nov 17–24, 2012	Caribbean: St. Martin Central America: Panama
Passage Through Panama	8	Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Decshow dates Passage Through Panama Nov 24–Dec 1, 2012 Dec 15–22, 2012 Dec 22–29, 2012 Dec 29, 2012–Jan 5, 2013 Jan 5–12, 2013 Jan 12–19, 2013 Jan 19–26, 2013 Jan 26–Feb 2, 2013 Feb 2–9, 2013 Feb 9–16, 2013 Feb 16–23, 2013 Feb 23–Mar 2, 2013 Mar 2–9, 2013 Mar 9–16, 2013 Mar 16–23, 2013 Mar 23–30, 2013	Central America: Costa Rica, Panama
Naturally Costa Rica	8	Decshow dates Naturally Costa Rica Dec 1–8, 2012 Dec 8–15, 2012	Central America: Costa Rica, Nicaragua

Europe (cruises)from:$1,599

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
Europe Cruise: Nice to Rome	8	Julshow dates Europe Cruise: Nice to Rome Jul 28–Aug 4, 2012	Europe: France, Italy
Europe Cruise: Rome	8	Augshow dates Europe Cruise: Rome Aug 4–11, 2012	Europe: Italy Mediterranean: Corsica
Europe Cruise: Barcelona to Rome via ...	7	Jul, Octshow dates Europe Cruise: Barcelona to Rome via the Islands Jul 15–21, 2012 Oct 21–27, 2012	Europe: Spain
Europe Cruise: Lisbon to Barcelona	9	Octshow dates Europe Cruise: Lisbon to Barcelona Oct 27–Nov 4, 2012	Europe: Portugal, Spain
Transatlantic Cruise - Bermuda to ...	14	Aprshow dates Transatlantic Cruise - Bermuda to Portugal Apr 7–20, 2013	Europe: Azores, Portugal

Mediterranean (cruises)from:$1,999

Itinerary	Days	Dates	Destinations
Greek Isles: Athens to Istanbul	8	May, Jun, Aug, Sep, Octshow dates Greek Isles: Athens to Istanbul May 19–26, 2012 May 26–Jun 2, 2012 Jun 2–9, 2012 Jun 9–16, 2012 Jun 16–23, 2012 Jun 23–30, 2012 Jun 30–Jul 7, 2012 Aug 18–25, 2012 Aug 25–Sep 1, 2012 Sep 1–8, 2012 Sep 8–15, 2012 Sep 15–22, 2012 Sep 22–29, 2012 Sep 29–Oct 6, 2012 Oct 6–13, 2012
Greek Isles: Athens to Rome	9	Jul, Octshow dates Greek Isles: Athens to Rome Jul 7–15, 2012 Oct 13–21, 2012 Oct 13–21, 2012
Europe Cruise: Nice to Rome	8	Julshow dates Europe Cruise: Nice to Rome Jul 28–Aug 4, 2012	Europe: France, Italy
Europe Cruise: Rome	8	Augshow dates Europe Cruise: Rome Aug 4–11, 2012	Europe: Italy Mediterranean: Corsica
Greek Isles: Rome to Athens	8	Augshow dates Greek Isles: Rome to Athens Aug 11–18, 2012