Windstar Cruises Introduces Europe Sail & Stay Packages

SEATTLE, June 14, 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, introduces Europe Sail & Stay Packages offering savings up to 47% off brochure rates on seven-day cruises and includes two free hotel nights in Athens, Barcelona or Rome.

In addition to exceptional savings, Windstar's Europe Sail & Stay Packages allows guests the luxury of extending their 2011 cruise vacation in the Greek Isles, Italy or the Mediterranean with two free hotel nights at select Windstar reserved hotels on designated itineraries.

2011 Europe Sail & Stay Packages

7-Day Sailing between Athens & Istanbul plus Two Free Hotel Nights in Athens from $2,699 per person, double occupancy

• Wind Spirit sailings: September 10 & 17, 2011.
• Wind Star sailings: July 9; August 6, 13, 20, 27; September 3, 10, 17, 24; October 1 & 8, 2011.
• Wind Surf sailings: July 16, 23; September 24; October 1, 8 & 15, 2011.

7-Day Sailing from Athens to Rome plus Two Free Hotel Nights in Athens from $2,299 per person, double occupancy

• Wind Spirit sailing: September 24, 2011.
• Wind Star sailing: November 5, 2011
• Wind Surf sailings: July 30; October 22, 2011.

7-Day Sailing between Venice & Athens plus Two Free Hotel Nights in Athens from $2,699 per person, double occupancy

• Wind Star sailings: July 16, 30, 2011.
• Wind Surf sailing: September 17, 2011.

7-Day Sailing between Athens & Malta plus Two Free Hotel Nights in Athens from $2,299 per person, double occupancy

• Wind Star sailings: October 15 & 22, 2011.

7-Day Sailing from Athens to Athens plus Two Free Hotel Nights in Athens from $2,299 per person, double occupancy

• Wind Star sailing: October 29, 2011.

7-Day Sailing between Lisbon & Barcelona plus Two Free Hotel Nights in Barcelona from $2,099 per person, double occupancy

• Wind Spirit sailing: August 20, 2011.
• Wind Star sailing: November 19, 2011.
• Wind Surf sailing: November 5, 2011.

7-Day Sailing between Rome & Barcelona plus Two Free Hotel Nights in Barcelona from $2,099 per person, double occupancy

• Wind Spirit sailings: August 27; October 8 & 29, 2011.
• Wind Star sailing: November 12, 2011.
• Wind Surf sailing: October 29, 2011.

7-Day Sailing from Barcelona to Nice plus Two Free Hotel Nights in Barcelona from $2,299 per person, double occupancy

• Wind Spirit sailing: October 15, 2011.

7-Day Sailing from Nice to Rome plus Two Free Hotel Nights in Rome from $1,999 per person, double occupancy

• Wind Spirit sailing: October 22, 2011.
• Wind Surf sailing: August 13, 2011.

7-Day Sailing between Rome & Venice plus Two Free Hotel Nights in Rome from 2,099 per person, double occupancy

• Wind Surf sailings: August 20 & 27, 2011.

Rates listed are per person, US dollars, and include non-discountable amounts for Category B staterooms.  Taxes are additional. Savings of up to 47% are off published brochure rates. Two night complimentary hotel offer is only applicable on sailings with the "Hotel Special" promotion pricing on select Europe sailings. Hotels in Athens, Rome and Barcelona in offer are selected by Windstar Cruises. Offer may not be combined with any lower rate, Europe on Sale $600/$1000 shipboard credit offer, or complimentary transfer offer. Offer is capacity controlled and may be withdrawn or modified at Windstar's discretion at any time. Certain restrictions apply. Offer expires July 15, 2011.

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 WindstarCruises.com.

SOURCE Windstar Cruises