WINDSTAR CRUISES UNVEILS NEW 2012 COLLECTION OF LUXURY SAILINGS

Windstar Cruises, operator of a three-ship fleet of luxury yachts, has unveiled its new 2012 collection of luxury voyages in the Caribbean, Costa Rica, Baltic, Italy, Mediterranean and Greek Isles.

Windstar’s new 2012 collection of luxury voyages visit enchanting destinations and provide unforgettable experiences at exceptional values. In addition to receiving the lowest introductory pricing in years, guests who book by 30th June 2011 will receive a $200 shipboard credit per cabin. Windstar’s Foremast Members receive an additional 5% discount on all itineraries.

Flavours of the Caribbean

Features a unique collection of islands highlighting diverse countries, styles, landscapes and cultures of the Caribbean. Seven-night sailings on Wind Surf round-trip from Philipsburg, St Maarten visit Le Marin, Martinique; Pigeon Island, St Lucia; Roseau, Dominica; Falmouth Harbour, Antigua; and Gustavia, St Barts. Departures on 31st December 2011; 14th and 28th January; 11th and 25th February; and 10th and 24th March. Cruise only prices from £1,577 per person.

Passage Through Panama

Natural and manmade wonders unite on an exotic voyage encompassing Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast, islands of Panama and a transit through the Panama Canal. Seven-night sailings on Wind Star from Puerto Caldera to Colon visit Bahia Drake, Costa Rica; Golfito, Costa Rica; Isla de Coiba, Panama; Panama Canal Transit; and San Blas, Panama. Departures on 31st December 2011; 7th, 21st and 28th January; 11th February; and 24th March. Cruise only prices from £1,636 per person.

Treasures of Northern Europe

Discover six of Northern Europe’s most captivating countries. Eleven-night sailings on Wind Surf between Lisbon and Oslo visit Le Havre; Dover; Antwerp; and Amsterdam. Departures on 16th July and 26th August 2012. Cruise only prices from £2,376 per person.

 

Capitals of Scandinavia

Explore the capital cities of Scandinavia while sailing from sea to sea. Seven-night sailings on Wind Surf between Oslo and Stockholm visit Stromstad; Copenhagen; Rugen; and Bornholm. Departures on 27th July and 19th August 2012. Cruise only prices from £2,497 per person.

Best of the Baltic

East and West convergence of Baltic culture, architecture and history highlighted by an overnight in St Petersburg. Eight-night sailings on Wind Surf round-trip from Stockholm visit Mariehamn; St Petersburg (overnight); Helsinki; Tallinn; and Sandhamn. Departures on 3rd and 11th August 2012. Cruise only prices from £2,949 per person.

 

Islands of Italy

Experience classic Rome and the unspoiled, intimate islands popular with Italian locals. Seven-night sailings on Wind Spirit, Wind Star and Wind Surf from Rome to Rome visit Ischia; Sorrento; Lipari; scenic cruising by Stromboli; Porto Cervo; and Porto Vecchio. Departures on 21st and 28th April; 4th August; and 6th October 2012. Cruise only prices from £1993 per person.

 

Classic Mediterranean

Discover the ancient wonders and modern lifestyles of classic Greek and Italian cities. Seven- and eight-night sailings on Wind Spirit and Wind Star between Rome and Athens visit Ischia; Sorrento; Lipari; Giardini Naxos; Gythion; and Monemvasia. Departures on 28th April; 7th July; 11th August; 27th October; and 3rd November 2012. Cruise only prices from £1,993 per person.

Greek Isles and the Mysteries of Malta

A true microcosm of the Mediterranean – Greek, Italian and Arabic and North African influences are artfully represented in the architecture, cuisine and culture of this journey. Seven-night sailings on Wind Spirit between Athens and Valletta visiting Gythion; Argostoli/Cephalonia; Butrint National Park, Albania; Siracusa; and Gozo. Departures on 30th June; 7th July; 11th and 18th August; and 20th and 27th October 2012. Cruise only prices from £2,427 per person.

 

Transatlantic Crossing

Sail across the Atlantic Ocean reconnecting, recharging and indulging in Windstar luxury on a 21-night journey on Wind Star from Colon, Panama to Hamilton, Bermuda and ending in Lisbon. Departure on 31st March 2012. Cruise only prices from £824 per person.

Windstar’s 2012 voyages are available to book now. For more information on Windstar’s 2012 itineraries, please visit call 020 7292 2369 or visit http://www.windstarcruises.co.uk/