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Windstar Cruises Earns Top Honors in 2008 'World's Best Small-Ship
Cruise Lines' Rankings by Readers of Travel + Leisure Magazine
SEATTLE, Aug. 12
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, has been recognized as one of "World's Best
Small-Ship Cruise Lines" in 2008 by the readers of Travel + Leisure
magazine.
"It is a tremendous honor to be recognized again by the readers of
Travel + Leisure magazine in delivering exemplary small-ship cruise
experiences aboard our luxurious ships," said Diane Moore, President
of Windstar Cruises.
Windstar's commitment to providing guests with the most casually
elegant, enriching and luxurious cruise vacation has consistently
placed Windstar on the prestigious Travel + Leisure "World's Best"
list year after year.
The readers of Travel + Leisure rated contenders in the small-ship
cruise category on a variety of criteria including service,
itineraries and destinations, food, cabins, activities, and value. The
questionnaire, developed by the editors of Travel + Leisure in
association with Harris Interactive, was made available to subscribers
in the first quarter of 2008. A complete list of winners in every
category can be found on the magazine's website
http://www.travelandleisure.com/worldsbest. Winners are also featured
in the August issue of Travel + Leisure.
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 and deluxe spa
facilities. 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
amenities were added in each stateroom across the fleet.
In addition to Travel + Leisure, Windstar has been recognized by other
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 was also
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.
Windstar is a division of Ambassadors International Cruise Group, LLC,
a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ambassadors Cruise Group, LLC. |