2021 Transatlantic Cruise Vacation | Special Vacation Package (2023)

Explore New Zealand from its little-known third island in the far south to the scenic Bay of Islands in the far north, with a thoughtfully planned break in the middle to cruise beautiful Fiordland National Park, and a Fijian finale that will leave you breathless. There’s so much to see here and we make sure you see all the best, from the urban charms of Auckland and Christchurch to smaller, less-visited ports like the whale watching wonderland of Kaikoura and tiny Oban on Stewart Island where the handful of residents are outnumbered by charming little blue penguins and elusive kiwi. Treat your palate to Down Under delicacies like Sauvignon Blanc and pāua fritters in the mouthwatering Marlborough region and Hawke’s Bay. Explore Maori culture at Wellington’s Te Papa Museum and Rotorua. Discover Art Deco in Napier, and everything from gingerbread to gothic in Dunedin. It’s a feast for the senses culminating in a fantastic South Pacific crossing to Fiji.

Retrace the route of the Russian-American fur trade as you island-hop along the Aleutian archipelago, and cross the Pacific as guest lecturers enthrall you with tales of the Japanese islands ahead. Gain insights into fascinating cultures from Aleuts to Ainu, and rest your eyes on thrilling landscapes from ice-shrouded Kenai Fjords to the wild cliff- and cave-studded coastline of Miyako. Go beyond the tourist mainstream as you kayak the remote wildlife-rich waters off Sand Point and view World War II’s forgotten relics in Dutch Harbor. From Kodiak’s legendary brown bears to the quirky bohemian atmosphere of Homer, Kushiro’s rare Japanese cranes to Tokyo’s Michelin-starred restaurants, each day is a new and life-enriching adventure.

Greenland: North Atlantic Odyssey

Float past turquoise-tinged ice floes as you experience Greenland’s remote southern fjords and villages prior to visiting the scenic coasts of Newfoundland, Nova Scotia and New England during this 14-day cruise along the North Atlantic’s most pristine and picturesque shorelines. Survey towering icebergs and catch glimpses of fin, killer, and pilot whale pods, along with native seabirds like fulmars, great cormorants and black-legged kittiwakes during your Denmark Strait crossing and subsequent cruise past glacier-etched outcroppings throughout Prince Christian Sound. Embark on an iceberg safari beyond Narsaq. Drift close to towering, picture-perfect ice blocks and calving glaciers in Sermilik Fjord. Sample smoky onion soup, duck filets drenched in wild berry sauce and other authentic French cuisine on a St. Pierre and Miquelon foodie walking tour off the coast of Newfoundland. Ride in an open carriage along the storied Carriage Trails in Acadia National Park and experience the American wilderness the same way visitors did a century ago.

Ocean Crossings

This is a place where dreams really do come true. The place where nothing comes between you and your fondest wishes. Where no schedules intrude, where day-to-day annoyances can’t reach you, where every moment of every hour of every day is yours alone. This is your place – at sea under an open sky – the one place in which you truly can get away from it all. Simply step on board and we’ll take it from there. Meals so delicious they might be sinful are served when, where, and any way you choose. Decadent spa treatments. Lazy hours stretched out on deck. Workouts you’ve been meaning to get around to in the state-of-the-art Fitness Center. Uninterrupted time to spend with new friends, or in exquisite solitude. Best of all, this is the place and the time to reconnect – with each other, with yourself, with your dreams.

Ocean Crossings + Ponta Delgada, Azores

This is a place where dreams really do come true. The place where nothing comes between you and your fondest wishes. Where no schedules intrude, where day-to-day annoyances can’t reach you, where every moment of every hour of every day is yours alone. This is your place – at sea under an open sky – the one place in which you truly can get away from it all. Simply step on board and we’ll take it from there. Meals so delicious they might be sinful are served when, where, and any way you choose. Decadent spa treatments. Lazy hours stretched out on deck. Workouts you’ve been meaning to get around to in the state-of-the-art Fitness Center. Uninterrupted time to spend with new friends or in exquisite solitude. One delightful stop in Ponta Delgada, the Azores Islands en route to Lisbon for an outdoor activity or relaxing on the beach. Best of all, this is the place and the time to reconnect – with each other, with yourself, with your dreams.

Star Collector: Alaska Crossing From Japan

Spend 25 exhilarating days on both sides of the International Date Line. Explore Japanese ports larger ships pass by and intriguing sights like the enchanting jade-green waters and brilliant white-pebble beach of Jodogahama or the North American wildlife like bears, moose and caribou, calving glaciers in Tracy and Endicott Arms, and stunning cherry trees blooming around Hakodate’s star-shaped fort. Your peaceful North Pacific crossing affords time for rest, relaxation and rejuvenation under the watchful care of the Windstar crew.

An Atlantic crossing offers abundant opportunities for catching up on reading, spa treatments and indulging in important passions that you keep putting off, like organizing to-do lists or outlining that manuscript you always plan to complete. You’ll also be fully rested and ready to explore Lisbon’s prominent landmarks like the alabaster-like Belém Tower, the elaborate grounds of the Jerónimos Monastery or the quiet corners of a wine bar serving fruity Vinho Verde or countless golden, nutty-nuanced port wines. Take an Andalusian-style side trip to Seville and discover often-overlooked Moorish influences in the medieval architecture throughout the 2,200-year-old city. Soar to the top of The Rock of Gibraltar and gaze down on one of the busiest and most strategic sea. Even if it’s cloudy, you’ll still be captivated by the hundreds of Barbary macaques, the last surviving wild monkey population in Europe. Study Cubist co-founder Pablo Picasso’s sculptures, sketches, engravings and paintings in detail near his birthplace in Málaga. Stroll the weathered 14^th century flagstones and admire the circular, Gothic-themed architecture of Bellver Castle near Palma de Mallorca. This restful adventure concludes across the historic Balearic Sea in Barcelona, where you can stay up late to dance among the vibrant night life or sit down for amazing toasty tapas and seafood paellas among the countless cafés and airy sidewalk bars.

Star Collector: Caribbean Essence Crossing

Days of bliss crossing the Atlantic are followed by the carefree spirit of the Caribbean. You can look forward to doing what you want when you want all under the care of your ship’s attentive crew. Order room service for breakfast in bed or find a quiet corner to curl up with your book and drift to sleep with the rocking of the ship. Arrive in St. John’s refreshed and energized to introduce yourself to each unique port of call. Savor your memories of pristine beaches, sparkling clear waters, friendly people and charming towns like Gustavia and Les Saintes and share them with friends to persuade them to join you on your next adventure back.

Ideal for anyone seeking equal portions of relaxing time at sea and port visits, this transatlantic crossing features a combination of leisurely, uninterrupted sea crossing time balanced with the best ports in the Western Mediterranean. Spend time crossing the Atlantic and enjoying the romance of sailing as you make your way to your ultimate destination. Sip port wines in Lisbon, Portugal, see the comprehensive collection of Picasso's work in Malaga, and wander the medieval cobbled streets of Tarragona, Spain.

Star Collector: Gateway to the Mediterranean – a Transatlantic Crossing

Venture across the Atlantic to the iconic shores of Iberia and North Africa during this 24-day cruise along the storied coasts of Portugal, Spain and Morocco. Indulge in sweet pastries as you browse seaside shops and terraced cafés in Sintra, the summer residence of Portuguese royalty for more than six centuries. Immerse your senses in the endless chatter of haggling shopkeepers and aromatic spices in the middle of Casablanca’s bustling Central Market, then sample tea and regional dishes at a Moroccan cooking demonstration. Watch flamenco dance performances while sipping aged sherry paired with Andalusian olives and rustic bread during an overnight stay in Cádiz. Slip inside the cool shadows of the British Empire’s fortifications atop the limestone outcroppings on the Rock of Gibraltar. Ride horseback into Mijas Mountain forests prior to an overnight stay in Málaga. Experience the opulent 19^th century halls of Casino of Murcia near Cartgena from the perspective of aristocratic high rollers.

Star Collector: Greenland Fjords, Canadian Maritimes

Venture into the lesser-known coastlines and communities of Greenland, Canada and New England during this remarkable 25-day cruise crossing the North Atlantic. Admire fractured glaciers, ivory ice fields and drifting ice floes on a day of scenic cruising in Greenland’s remote and picturesque Prince Christian Sound. Sample grilled wolf fish, dried salted cod and tender musk ox meat amid stacked crab pots, fish-drying racks and brightly painted houses in Qaqortoq, Nanortalik and Narsaq in Greenland. Wander the grounds of a 1,000-year-old Norse settlement near St. Anthony, and tour sod buildings identical to those that sheltered early settlers from harsh Newfoundland winters centuries ago. Walk among weathered French and British artillery artifacts at National Battlefields Park, or sip your way through Quebec City’s outstanding microbreweries on a delicious walking tour in a thriving downtown community. Settle back in a horse-drawn carriage as you trace the famous Carriage Trails of Acadia near Bar Harbor, Maine.