Spend the holidays at sea in the Caribbean or Costa Rica



    SEATTLE, July 30 /EMWNews/ -- Celebrate the holidays in style on

board one of three Windstar Cruises' luxury yachts exploring the hidden

harbors and secluded coves of the world's most sought-after destinations.

Windstar provides the perfect winter holiday vacation in an elegant and

relaxed atmosphere in the Caribbean or Costa Rica to rejoice with travel

companions.



    Wind Spirit's 7-day holiday cruise features sparkling white sands,

tropical fish and turquoise waters and departs from St. Thomas on December

20 visiting St. John, St. Martin, St. Barts, Jost Van Dyke and Virgin

Gorda. Cruise rates begin at $2,249 per person, double occupancy.



    Wind Star offers a 7-day holiday sailing in Costa Rica, an exotic

destination famous for its natural beauty, lush jungles and rich variety of

wildlife. The cruise departs Puerto Caldera on December 20 and visits Curu,

Tortuga Island, Bahia Paraiso, Golfito, Isla de Coiba and Quepos. Cruise

rates start at $2,449 per person, double occupancy.



    Wind Surf's 7-day holiday voyage departing December 21 from Bridgetown,

visits the Caribbean's sunny beaches, charming towns and natural wonders of

Martinique, Guadeloupe, St. Martin, Dominica and St. Lucia. Cruise rates

start at $2,149 per person, double occupancy.



    Each Windstar ship is decorated with beautiful holiday decorations

including trees, wreathes, garlands and lights. Guests will savor a holiday

menu specially prepared by the ships' executive chefs featuring roasted

turkey and traditional accompaniments in additional to other culinary

delights.



    Wind Surf's 7-day New Year's Eve cruise departs Bridgetown on December

28 sails to Tobago, Trinidad, Grenada, Martinique and St. Vincent. Guests

will be able to partake in a festive New Year's Eve party complete with

party favors, live music, official countdown by the captain and champagne

toast. Cruise rates start at $2,149 per person, double occupancy.



    Windstar Cruises offers exciting shore excursions in the various ports

of call. Guests will be able to explore local culture and attractions in

each destination. Each ship's watersports platform will be opened in

certain ports while at anchor for guests to kayak, windsurf, and waterski.

Snorkeling and scuba diving excursions are also available for a fee.



    Guests can also unwind on deck in chaise lounges soaking up the sun by

the pool. At dusk, gorgeous sunsets emerge and evening brings skies filled

with stars for gazing. Each ship's WindSpa presents a menu of spa services

designed to pamper, soothe, relax and rejuvenate guests.



    A leader in defining the small ship luxury cruise experience for more

than 20 years, Windstar has won the allegiance of a new generation of

contemporary travelers who appreciate the line's luxurious accommodations,

alternative dining venues, diversity of shore excursions, complimentary

water sports program, deluxe spa facilities, and casual elegance. The

recently completed multi-million dollar Degrees of Difference enhancements

on all three ships focused on structural and technical operations along

with upgrades to guest areas, remodeled bathrooms in staterooms and an

expanded beauty salon and spa. In order to take the ship's comfort level to

a new degree of luxury, Apple iPod Nanos and Bose SoundDock speakers,

wireless Internet, flat screen televisions, luxury linens and mattresses as

well as L'Occitane bathroom amenities were added in each stateroom across

the fleet.



    Windstar's award-wining reputation for sophisticated, yet casual

elegance has been recognized by some of the most notable names in the

travel world. Celebrated Living, American Airlines' prestigious publication

for first class passengers, named Windstar Cruises "Best

Small-Ship/Mid-Ship Cruise Line" on their 2008 Platinum List for the second

time in a row. Readers of Porthole Cruise Magazine awarded Windstar "Most

Romantic Cruise Line" and "Best Tall Ship" in the 9th Annual Readers'

Choice Awards. Windstar has also earned top honors in Travel + Leisure's

World's 2008 Best Awards and was lauded among "The World's Best Small

Ships" by Conde Nast Traveler readers in 2008.

    About Windstar Cruises



    Windstar Cruises operates three sailing yachts known for their

pampering without pretense and their ability to visit the hidden harbors

and secluded coves of the world's most treasured destinations. Carrying

just 148 to 312 guests, the luxurious ships of Windstar cruise to nearly 50

nations, calling at 100 ports throughout Europe, the Caribbean and the

Americas. For more information including rates and itineraries contact a

professional travel agent or call Windstar at 1-800-258-7245. Visit

Windstar Cruises online at http://www.windstarcruises.com.



    Windstar is a division of Ambassadors International Cruise Group, LLC,

a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ambassadors Cruise Group, LLC.






     For More Information:

     Vanessa Bloy

     Windstar Cruises

     [email protected]

     206.733.2970