Windstar Cruises

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Sailing under the banner of its appropriate tag line “180 Degrees From Ordinary,” Windstar was created with the vision to offer an alternative to the typical cruise or resort vacation. Well known for cruising off the beaten path, the upscale line offers “Romance Under Sail,” visiting exotic locales and hidden harbors that larger ships cannot access.

Windstar’s distinctive four- and five-masted ships -- the Wind Star, Wind Spirit and Wind Surf -- will again be sailing some of the world’s most beautiful waters, with strong presences in Tahiti and the Society Islands, the Caribbean and Europe, including the Mediterranean and Baltic Seas. In addition, the Wind Spirit and Wind Surf will operate two trans-Atlantic voyages of 14 days each for guests who wish to experience the unique thrill of crossing an ocean in a spectacular sailing ship.

Windstar’s 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 Windstar an excellent reputation and market niche, winning the allegiance of a whole new generation of contemporary cruise vacationers, one-third of whom are first-time cruisers.

The company’s cruise vacations offer a seaside window on the world, combining the relaxed refinement of a luxury hotel with a moveable feast of cultural experiences. Seattle-based Windstar Cruises operates the 308-passenger Wind Surf and 148-passenger Wind Star and Wind Spirit. The three sailing yachts cruise to nearly 50 nations, calling at more than 100 ports throughout Europe, the Caribbean and Tahiti.

Ships In Service

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	Wind Spirit: 5,350 tons, 148 berths
	Wind Star: 5,350 tons, 148 berths
	Wind Surf: 14,745 tons, 308 berths (Basis Two)

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Cruise Areas & Seasons

	Fall, Winter & Spring: Tahiti, Caribbean, Virgin Islands, French Antilles, Transatlantic
	Spring, Summer & Fall: Caribbean, Virgin Islands, French Antilles, Mediterranean (Greek Isles, Amalfi Coast, Dalmatian Coast, French & Italian Rivieras, Nice, Barcelona, Lisbon, Rome, Venice, Malta, Spain, Portugal, Tunisia), Provence & Andalusia, the Baltics & Northern Europe (London, Copenhagen, St. Petersburg, Oslo)

Customer Profile

Windstar passengers seek upscale luxury accommodations, but desire a casually elegant atmosphere. Cruisers range in age from 20s to 80s with an average age of 51 and an average income of $120,000-plus. They are generally professionals, experienced travelers and first-time cruisers. Windstar is couples-oriented, perfect for honeymooners, anniversary celebrants and adult family reunions. Windstar handles a good amount of incentive travel business each year.

New In 2004

	Windstar’s “Romance Under Sail” program features special packages for intimate encounters along with wedding and vow renewal ceremonies.
	New Itineraries – All Caribbean sailings will be round-trip from St. Thomas; longer holiday cruises in the Caribbean and Tahiti; new Baltic itinerary departs from St. Petersburg; eight-day Mediterranean voyage to coincide with the Cannes Film Festival and 2004 Grand Prix Race.
	The Wind Spirit and Wind Surf will operate two trans-Atlantic voyages of 14 days each for guests who wish to experience the unique thrill of crossing an ocean in a spectacular sailing ship
	Thirty Caribbean cruises set for seven-day voyages that call on exotic, less-visited islands like St. Barthelemy, Tortola, Jost Van Dyke, Isla Culebra and St. John.
	Signature Cuisine menu items by Joachim Splichal, celebrity California chef and restaurateur, co-founder of the Patina Group.
	Sail Light and Sail Light Vegetarian Cuisine designed by Jeanne Jones, syndicated columnist and cookbook author.
	Passenger e-mail available on all ships. Internet and meeting facilities available on Wind Surf.
	Complimentary water sports available on all ships: snorkeling, water skiing, kayaking, sailing, “banana boating,” and windsurfing. Scuba diving adventures available for a fee.
	Scuba diving adventures are available for novice and professional divers.

Line Information

Windstar Cruises, Ltd.

Corporate Information
Windstar Cruises

300 Elliott Avenue West, Seattle, WA 98119

Phone:
(206) 281-3535

(800) 258-7245 (Reservations Only)

Website: www.windstarcruises.com

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