Discover Intimate Islands of the Western Mediterranean on Windstar at Extraordinary Fares

SEATTLE, March 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Windstar Cruises, which operates a three-ship fleet of luxury yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world's most treasured destinations, offers guests the opportunity to discover the intimate islands of the Western Mediterranean at extraordinary fares with bonus shipboard credit on select sailings.

Sail from one enchanting port to the next, visiting the intimate islands and classical ports of the Western Mediterranean. Enjoy the warmth of the sun and sea, experiencing charming local culture, chic villages, breathtaking views, dramatic cliffs, captivating architecture, and archeological treasures. Select sailings include a shipboard credit of up to $1,000.

Windstar's featured sailings include:

• 7-Day Rome to Barcelona voyage on Wind Surf departs May 1, 2011, and visits Portoferraio, Italy; Porto-Vecchio, Corsica, France; Alghero, Sardinia, Italy; Palma de Mallorca, Spain; and Valencia Spain. Cruise fares from $2,199 per person, double occupancy.
• 7-Day Nice to Barcelona voyage on Wind Surf departs June 25, 2011, and visits St. Tropez, L'lle Rousse, Corsica, France; Ajaccio, Corsica, France; Alghero, Sardinia, Italy; Mahon, Menorca, Spain; and Ibiza, Spain. Cruise fares from $2,599 per person, double occupancy.
• 7-Day Rome to Athens voyage on Wind Spirit departs May 7, and the 7-day Rome to Athens voyage on Wind Star departs May 14, 2011, visiting Ischia, Italy; Amalfi, Italy; Messina, Sicily, Italy; Monemvassia, Greece; and Milos, Greece. Cruise fares from $2,299 per person, double occupancy on the May 7 voyage and from $2,599 per person, double occupancy on the May 14, 2011, voyage.
• 7-Day Athens to Rome on Wind Spirit departs June 11, and the 7-day Athens to Rome on Wind Surf departs July 30, 2011, visiting Milos, Greece; Monemvassia, Greece; Messina, Sicily, Italy; Amalfi, Italy; and Ischia, Italy. Cruise fares from $2,499 per person, double occupancy on the June 11 voyage or $2,899 per person, double occupancy on the July 30, 2011 voyage.

Rates listed are per person, US dollars, cruise only, and include non-discountable amounts. Shipboard credit offer is $600 ($300 per person, maximum $600 per stateroom) for Category B and A staterooms and $1,000 ($500 per person, maximum $1,000 Wind Surf only) for suites. Taxes ($35-$300 per person) are additional. New bookings only. Offer expires March 31, 2011. Offer may not be combinable with any other pricing or shipboard credit offers. Shipboard credit may not be used towards gratuities or casino, has no cash value, and unused portions will be forfeited at the end of the cruise. Offer is capacity controlled and may be withdrawn or modified at Windstar's discretion at any time. Cancellation penalties may apply, please see brochure for details. Certain restrictions apply.

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 www.windstarcruises.com.

Windstar is a division of Ambassadors International Cruise Group, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ambassadors Cruise Group, LLC.

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