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Book by 14 Oct 18 and RECEIVE $50pp PER PERSON 2019 SHIPBOARD MEDITERRANEAN CREDIT Timeless Treasures, Enchanting Coastlines Surrounded by wonders like the magnificent Cinque Terre, the culturally transcendent Alhambra, and the Belem Tower monument, it is easy to fall in love with the Mediterranean. With unique cruise itineraries and local Destination Discovery Events, Windstar brings you closer to this spectacular part of the world. Cruise the Guadalquivir River, the only navigable river in Spain spanning 408 miles, to Seville. Anchor in the heart of Old Town Dubrovnik as larger cruise ships pass by. Visit a local Mediterranean market with our Windstar Chef, enjoy local experiences in interesting locales such as Giardini Naxos, Portofino, and Mallorca and see a new port almost every day with never more than one sea day. Mediterranean Island Hopping Adventures 10 nights Barcelona to Athens onboard Wind Surf Departing 15 Jul ‘19 starting from $7,427*pp twin share Cat. BX Barcelona | Palma de Mallorca | Mahon | Alghero | Amalfi | Catania | Valletta | Gythion | Athens Set an unforgettable course from busy Barcelona to the silent ruins and relics high above Athens. Savour spicy tapas plates and fruity sangrias at a Palma de Mallorca beachside café. Delve into Bronze-age catacombs and learn Menorca’s strategic importance for Roman and Carthaginian trade. Visit a local winemaker’s Sardinian farmhouse and learn about Vermentino, Cagnulari, and Cannonau grapes as you sip and sample blends and vintages. Wander among imposing Greek statues and monuments in the Neapolis Archaeological Park outside of Catania, Sicily. Lean against the towering arches of Valletta’s Upper Barrakka Gardens as you take in breathtaking views of a fortified harbour. This extraordinary passage along many Mediterranean island stops concludes in Athens, the cradle of democracy and Western Civilisation. Popular Highlights • Appreciate the beauty of the coast around Amalfi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site • Discover the cultural landscape of UNESCO site Serra de Tramuntana • Tour the highlights of Athens including The Parthenon, The Acropolis and the Temple of Hephaestus • View the historic tapestries and armour in Valletta’s Palace of the Grand Masters • Visit Mount Etna on the island of Sicily • See Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, and Antonio Gaudí’s La Sagrada Familia, a UNESCO site Antiquities of the Adriatic & Greece 8 nights Athens to Venice onboard Wind Surf Departing 4 Aug ‘19 starting from $6,827*pp twin share Cat. BX Athens | Santorini | Corfu | Monopoli | Dubrovnik | Komiža | Zadar | Venice The timeless grandeur of the Acropolis and the volcanic vistas from Santorini’s blue- domed villages are perfect preludes to this detailed 8-night exploration of Greece and the Adriatic. Admire Monopoli’s 4,500-year-old urns and ancient artefacts. Wander the uncrowded streets of tiny Komiza. Sit, sip and listen as Zadar’s shoreline waves create a concert of random music along the waterfront. This memorable journey culminates among Venetian gondolas and glass-blowers, where you can stroll with the pigeons in the Piazza San Marco. Popular Highlights • Plan extra time before and after your cruise to look for the UNESCO sites of Athens and Venice • Discover the medieval walls encompassing the Old Town in Dubrovnik, a UNESCO site • From Santorini, take a tour of the Bronze Age excavations at UNESCO site Akrotiri • Relax on the beach during your day in Kerkyra, known for a wonderful selection of beaches to choose from • Find a café to try the local flavours of Komiza • Appreciate the beauty of the turquoise Plitvice Lakes, a UNESCO site near Zadar Artists & Idols of Iberia 10 nights Lisbon to Barcelona onboard Star Breeze Departing 3 Oct ‘19 starting from $6,599*pp twin share Cat. S Lisbon | Casablanca | Cádiz | Seville | Gibraltar | Málaga | Motril | Barcelona Gaze skyward at the endless azure expanse above Casablanca’s narrow, stone-walled alleys and discover how easy it is to imagine yourself in another time. Inhale the rich, earthy aroma of new leather goods hanging above weathered flagstones in the Old Medina market. Sip fiery, dry and sweet flavours of Spanish sherries handcrafted in Càdiz. Wander among the dizzying mosaic intricacies and golden grandeur of Seville’s Alcázar Palace. Stand in the place of coastal sentries as you scan the African horizon from the heights of upper Gibraltar. Explore the modest city of Motril, a former economic powerhouse for sugar cane production, and Spanish rum and liquors. This unforgettable journey concludes among the brooding walls of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, where you can enjoy Catalonian wines and wild boar hams, admire the ongoing construction of Antonio Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia Cathedral, or simply relax and watch the activity along this thriving city’s extensive sandy beaches. Popular Highlights • Explore Pablo Picasso’s hometown of Málaga and see his art at the museum • Overnight in Seville with more time to see the UNESCO sites there including the Old Town and Alcazar Palace • Sip the sweet flavours of handcrafted Spanish sherries in Cádiz • The full day stop in Casablanca allows for time in Marrakech exploring the medina, mosque and souks • Don’t miss the Gothic Quarter, and Antonio Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia in Barcelona • See the Museum of Sugar and the 16th century Town Hall in Motril the gateway to well-known Alhambra Corinth Canal & Western Epicentres of the Ancient World 10 nights Athens to Rome onboard Star Pride Departing 11 May ‘19 starting from $6,541*pp twin share Cat. S Athens | Santorini | Milos | Corinth Canal | Delphi | Fiskardo | Valletta | Giardini Naxos | Sorrento | Ponza | Rome Indulge your sense of adventure and slake your thirst for local cuisines and cultures during this 10-night cruise between Athens and Rome. Sail a Santorini catamaran around the volcanic islands of Thirassia, Nea Kameni and steamy newcomer Palea Kameni before swimming in relaxing thermal spring waters. Discover the untouched, windswept and often-overlooked island of Milos, the place where the storied Venus de Milo, one of the most celebrated statues in classical art, remained hidden for centuries. Transit the narrow, steep-walled Corinth Canal that divides the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland, an engineering feat attempted in antiquity, but incomplete for 2,000 years. Snorkel or sunbathe along the uncrowded beaches and clear waters near tiny Fiskardo. Master the fine art of Maltese Mediterranean antipasti platters and other culinary delights under the guidance of a professional chef. This remarkable journey ends in Rome, among the broken ruins of the Coliseum and Forum, the cradle of representative government. Wander narrow side streets and browse boutique shops for handmade souvenirs, but save a moment to throw coins in Trevi Fountain and guarantee future visits to this wondrous city. Popular Highlights • Tour lovely Milos, where the Venus de Milo was hidden for centuries • On your stop in Sicily, indulge in wine tasting and schedule a visit to Mount Etna • Check out the botanical gardens or blue grottoes of Ponza • Stand out on deck as you transit the 6.5km Corinth Canal, so narrow only small ships can navigate it • Sample the fresh-from-the-sea delicious cuisine of Fiskardo • Discover the Temple of Apollo and the oracle of Delphi found near Itea Spanish Serenade 8 nights Barcelona to Lisbon onboard Star Pride Departing 12 Apr; 4 Jun ‘19 starting from $4,534*pp twin share Cat. S Barcelona | Palma de Mallorca | Almeria | Málaga | Gibraltar | Cádiz | Portimao | Lisbon From the culture and cuisine of Lisbon to the incredible beaches of Portimao, in the southern region of the Algarve, you’ll visit two quintessential Portuguese ports before indulging in all that Spain has to offer. Experience Andalusia, a region which hugs the southern coast of Spain and embraces cultural influences from both sides of the strait of Gibraltar; Europe and Africa. On this cruise voyage you’ll find the UNESCO Sites of Alhambra and Alcázar. Partake in a relaxing day, lounging on the stunning beaches of Mallorca and explore Barcelona as you take in the fascinating architecture of Antoni Gaudi. Sip a glass of sherry and explore golden beaches and anachronistic mountain villages, passionate flamenco, magnificent Moorish architecture, and mouthwatering tapas. Popular Highlights • Find Granada’s Moorish-influenced Alhambra Palace and breathtaking Generalife Gardens – both UNESCO World Heritage Sites • Tour Seville’s magnificent Alcázar Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site • Explore Pablo Picasso’s hometown of Málaga and see his art at the museum • Taste authentic tapas in Almería and discover the charming mountain “white villages” of Mijas and Mojacar • Savour the view and visit with the monkeys of Gibraltar • Appreciate Barcelona’s amazing Gothic Quarter, and Antonio Gaudí’s UNESCO site, Price based on 4 Jun ‘19 departure date in Cat. S La Sagrada Familia oceanview suite Please note: Due to local regulations at these ports of call the Watersports Platform will not be available on this cruise. Treasures of Southern Spain & Morocco 8 nights Lisbon to Barcelona (or in reverse) onboard Wind Star Departing 14 Apr; 02 Nov ‘19 from $5,097*pp twin share Lisbon | Tangier | Málaga | Almeria | Cartagena | Ibiza | Tarragona | Barcelona Embark in the City of Explorers, Lisbon, and dazzle your senses with Spanish treasure— golden Costa del Sol beaches, the Moorish magnificence of the Alhambra, the Roman ruins of Cartagena and Tarragona. Sit at a café in Tangier’s medina sipping