Moroccan Magic, Spanish Sizzle
Moroccan Magic, Spanish Sizzle
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About Málaga
As you sail into Malaga you will notice what an idyllic setting the city enjoys on the famous Costa del Sol. To the east of this provincial capital, the coast along the region of La Axarqua is scattered with villages, farmland and sleepy fishing hamlets - the epitome of traditional rural Spain. To the west stretches a continuous city where the razzmatazz and bustle creates a colourful contrast that is easily recognisable as the Costa del Sol. Surrounding the region, the Penibéetica Mountains provide an attractive backdrop overlooking the lower terraced slopes which yield olives and almonds. This spectacular mountain chain shelters the province from cold northerly winds, giving it a reputation as a therapeutic and exotic place in which to escape from cold northern climes. Malaga is also the gateway to many of Andalusia's enchanting historic villages, towns and cities.
About Málaga
As you sail into Malaga you will notice what an idyllic setting the city enjoys on the famous Costa del Sol. To the east of this provincial capital, the coast along the region of La Axarqua is scattered with villages, farmland and sleepy fishing hamlets - the epitome of traditional rural Spain. To the west stretches a continuous city where the razzmatazz and bustle creates a colourful contrast that is easily recognisable as the Costa del Sol. Surrounding the region, the Penibéetica Mountains provide an attractive backdrop overlooking the lower terraced slopes which yield olives and almonds. This spectacular mountain chain shelters the province from cold northerly winds, giving it a reputation as a therapeutic and exotic place in which to escape from cold northern climes. Malaga is also the gateway to many of Andalusia's enchanting historic villages, towns and cities.
About Cádiz
Believed to be the oldest town on the Iberian Peninsula, the Andalusian port of Cádiz enjoys a stunning location at the edge of a six-mile promontory. The town itself, with 3,000 years of history, is characterised by pretty white houses with balconies often adorned with colourful flowers. As you wander around be sure to take a stroll through the sizeable Plaza de Espãna, with its large monument dedicated to the first Spanish constitution, which was signed here in 1812. Cádiz has two pleasant seafront promenades which boast fine views of the Atlantic Ocean, and has a lovely park, the Parque Genoves, located close to the sea with an open-air theatre and attractive palm garden. Also notable is the neo-Classical cathedral, capped by a golden dome.
About Tangier
Tangier can trace its origins back to the Phoenicians and ancient Greeks. It was named after Tinge, the mother of Hercules’ son, and its beginnings are embedded in mythology. It was subsequently a Roman province, and after Vandal and Byzantine influences, was occupied by the Arabs with Spain, Portugal, France and England also playing a part in the city’s history. With such a diverse past it is perhaps not surprising that Tangier is such an individual city. Overlooking the Straits of Gibraltar, the city lies on a bay between two promontories. With its old Kasbah, panoramic views, elegant buildings, squares and places of interest, there is much to discover in both the new and old parts of the city.
About Casablanca
The original settlement formed on the site of Casablanca by the Berbers became the kingdom of Anfa, and during the 15th century harboured pirates who raided the Portuguese coast. In retaliation for the attacks, the Portuguese destroyed Anfa and founded the town they called Casa Branca (white house). They remained here until an earthquake in 1755 and the town was subsequently rebuilt by Mohammed ben Abdallah, whose legacy of mosques and houses can still be seen in the old Medina. Casablanca acquired its present-day name when the Spanish obtained special port privileges in 1781. The French landed here in 1907, later establishing a protectorate and modelling the town on the port of Marseilles. Today Casablanca is Morocco’s largest city, its most significant port and the centre of commerce and industry. The city is a vibrant fusion of European, African and Arabian influences and its French colonial architecture and art deco buildings seamlessly blend in with the busy, colourful markets. Please note that vendors in the souks can be very persistent and eager to make a sale.
About Casablanca
The original settlement formed on the site of Casablanca by the Berbers became the kingdom of Anfa, and during the 15th century harboured pirates who raided the Portuguese coast. In retaliation for the attacks, the Portuguese destroyed Anfa and founded the town they called Casa Branca (white house). They remained here until an earthquake in 1755 and the town was subsequently rebuilt by Mohammed ben Abdallah, whose legacy of mosques and houses can still be seen in the old Medina. Casablanca acquired its present-day name when the Spanish obtained special port privileges in 1781. The French landed here in 1907, later establishing a protectorate and modelling the town on the port of Marseilles. Today Casablanca is Morocco’s largest city, its most significant port and the centre of commerce and industry. The city is a vibrant fusion of European, African and Arabian influences and its French colonial architecture and art deco buildings seamlessly blend in with the busy, colourful markets. Please note that vendors in the souks can be very persistent and eager to make a sale.
About Agadir
Shaped by the Atlas Mountains on one side, Agadir is framed on the other by a magnificent crescent-shaped beach. While little is known of the city’s origins, the Portuguese created a fortress here at the end of the 15th century, naming it Santa Cruz de Ghir. Freed from Portugal’s occupation by the Saadians in 1540, Agadir grew into a colourful and prosperous port and became newsworthy in 1911 when a German gunboat, the Panther, sailed into the bay as a protest against the division of North Africa between the Spanish and French. Morocco gained independence from the French in 1956, an event which was closely followed in Agadir by the tragic earthquake of 1960. The city, which has been rebuilt to represent the ‘new nation’, is blessed by fine sandy beaches overlooked by luxurious hotels and a great selection of cafés and restaurants. Please note that vendors in the souks can be very persistent and eager to make a sale.
About Las Palmas
About Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The largest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife is a beautiful and scenic island which enjoys year-round sunshine and is dominated by Mount Teide. The mountain range runs through the centre of the island, with fertile valleys on the northern side. In the central part of the range is the gigantic natural crater of the Cañadas del Teide, about 14 miles in diameter. Santa Cruz, the island’s pretty capital, was originally a small fishing village but has now grown into a modern city, and also contains 16th-century civic buildings and ornate private mansions. Near the pier is the Santa Cruz Palmetum, a Botanical Garden covering an area of 29 acres, specialising in palms.
With an expansive 220 square feet, the Owner’s Suite gives you everything offered in a stateroom, plus lots more, including a beautiful sitting area and separate in-room dining space.
Amenities: Owner's Suite
- Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens
- Buttery soft velour bathrobe and slippers
- Upgraded L'Occitane bath amenities
- Mini Bar offering and fridge
- In-room premium filtered water
- Large upgraded fruit plate
- Macarons & Berries upon arrival
- Daily Canapés service
- Chilled bottle of Champagne upon arrival
- Fresh flower arrangement
- Illy capsule espresso machine
- Magnifying mirror, hairdryer and umbrella
- TV with complimentary on-demand entertainment
- Safe
- 110/220-volt outlets
- Ultimate Internet Package (Complimentary)
- Preferred check-in
- Personalized wake-up call with beverage
- Binoculars
- Invitation to Captain or Senior officer table
- Preferred Specialty Restaurant dining
- Laundry Service (various packages available for purchase)
- 24 Hour In-Room dining (complimentary)
Every inch of your 188 square feet stateroom is designed for comfort. Luxurious Egyptian cotton linens wrap you in pleasant sleepiness as you stretch out in your queen bed (can be separated into twins if you prefer). Your spacious bath features granite counter tops, ample storage, and a roomy shower with massage shower head. L'Occitane® bath products invite you to indulge, while comfy waffle-weave robe and slippers entice you to relax. You'll find fresh fruit and flowers always waiting for you after a day of sun or sightseeing. And, of course, everything else you need and expect - flat-screen television and DVD, private safe. And always at your fingertips, anything you wish from room service.
Amenities: Category AX Deluxe
- Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens
- Mini Bar offering and fridge
- L'Occitane Bath Amenities
- Fresh Fruit Plate
- Magnifying mirror, hairdryer and umbrella
- Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers
- Safe
- 110/220-volt outlets
- In-room premium filtered water
- Wi-Fi (internet packages available for purchase)
- TV with complimentary on-demand entertainment
Every inch of your 188 square feet stateroom is designed for comfort. Luxurious Egyptian cotton linens wrap you in pleasant sleepiness as you stretch out in your queen bed (can be separated into twins if you prefer). Your spacious bath features granite counter tops, ample storage, and a roomy shower with massage shower head. L'Occitane® bath products invite you to indulge, while comfy waffle-weave robe and slippers entice you to relax. You'll find fresh fruit and flowers always waiting for you after a day of sun or sightseeing. And, of course, everything else you need and expect - flat-screen television and DVD, private safe. And always at your fingertips, anything you wish from room service.
Amenities: Category A
- Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens
- Mini Bar offering and fridge
- L'Occitane Bath Amenities
- Fresh Fruit Plate
- Magnifying mirror, hairdryer and umbrella
- Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers
- Safe
- 110/220-volt outlets
- In-room premium filtered water
- Wi-Fi (internet packages available for purchase)
- TV with complimentary on-demand entertainment
- Laundry Service (various packages available for purchase)
- 24 Hour In-Room dining (complimentary)
Every inch of your 188 square feet stateroom is designed for comfort. Luxurious Egyptian cotton linens wrap you in pleasant sleepiness as you stretch out in your queen bed (can be separated into twins if you prefer). Your spacious bath features granite counter tops, ample storage, and a roomy shower with massage shower head. L'Occitane® bath products invite you to indulge, while comfy waffle-weave robe and slippers entice you to relax. You'll find fresh fruit and flowers always waiting for you after a day of sun or sightseeing. And, of course, everything else you need and expect - flat-screen television and DVD, private safe. And always at your fingertips, anything you wish from room service.
Amenities: Category BX Deluxe
- Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens
- Mini Bar offering and fridge
- L'Occitane Bath Amenities
- Fresh Fruit Plate
- Magnifying mirror, hairdryer and umbrella
- Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers
- 110/220-volt outlets
- In-room premium filtered water
- Safe
- Wi-Fi (internet packages available for purchase)
- TV with complimentary on-demand entertainment
- Laundry Service (various packages available for purchase)
- 24 Hour In-Room dining (complimentary)
Every inch of your 188 square feet stateroom is designed for comfort. Luxurious Egyptian cotton linens wrap you in pleasant sleepiness as you stretch out in your queen bed (can be separated into twins if you prefer). Your spacious bath features granite counter tops, ample storage, and a roomy shower with massage shower head. L'Occitane® bath products invite you to indulge, while comfy waffle-weave robe and slippers entice you to relax. You'll find fresh fruit and flowers always waiting for you after a day of sun or sightseeing. And, of course, everything else you need and expect - flat-screen television and DVD, private safe. And always at your fingertips, anything you wish from room service.
Amenities: Category B
- Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens
- Mini Bar offering and fridge
- L'Occitane Bath Amenities
- Fresh Fruit Plate
- Magnifying mirror, hairdryer and umbrella
- Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers
- Safe
- 110/220-volt outlets
- In-room premium filtered water
- Wi-Fi (internet packages available for purchase)
- TV with complimentary on-demand entertainment
- Laundry Service (various packages available for purchase)
- 24 Hour In-Room dining (complimentary)
Wind Spirit
Wind Spirit is one of the yachts that started it all. Commissioned in 1984, this 148-guest sailing icon helped pioneer a new kind of cruising — one with real working sails, that felt more like a private yacht than a regular cruise.
Four decades later, Wind Spirit still delivers that same elegant yet laid-back atmosphere — now with upgraded amenities and a stunning redesign under our Setting Sails initiative.
This intimate sailing yacht features wide-open teak decks, staterooms with ocean views, an Owner’s Suite, the World Spa by Windstar, a pool with a bar, a hot tub, a water-access marina and much more.
Wind Spirit also offers multiple dining options — all open seating and complimentary — including our main restaurant Amphora, the full-surface breakfast and lunch buffet Veranda, and our specialty restaurant Candles.
Ready to experience Wind Spirit for yourself? Join us on one of her voyages in the Mediterranean — and get ready to sail 180 Degrees From Ordinary©.
Ship Facts
| Launch Year | 1988 | ||||||||
| Refit Year | 2012 | ||||||||
| Language | en | ||||||||
| Gross Tonnage | 5703 | ||||||||
| Length | 110 | ||||||||
| Width | 15 | ||||||||
| Currency | USD | ||||||||
| Speed | 10 | ||||||||
| Capacity | 148 | ||||||||
| Crew Count | 101 | ||||||||
| Deck Count | 4 | ||||||||
| Cabin Count | 73 | ||||||||
| Large Cabin Count | 9 | ||||||||
| Wheelchair Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||||
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Flying Bridge
Deck Four
- Bridge
- Veranda/Candles
- Pool / Pool Bar / Whirlpool
Deck Three
- Amphora Restaurant
- Star Boutique
- Reception
- Library
- WindSpa
- Lounge
- Yacht Club Café
Deck Two
- Medical Center
- Fitness Centre
- Category A Cabins
- Category AX Deluxe Cabins
Deck One
- Watersports Platform
- Owner's Suite
- Category B Cabins
- Category BX Deluxe Cabins
World Class Dining Experience
We've upped the onboard dining game with our culinary program, featuring an array of fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from each port along the journey. Each nightly menu is crafted to highlight the spectacular flavors of the regional cuisine.
Amphora Restaurant
Here, the dining room manager seats you, but where is your decision. There are no pre-assigned tables or first or second seatings. When you dine and with whom are entirely up to you. Seating usually begins at 6:30 p.m. and will be printed in the ship's daily program. Each delightful dish is prepared exactly to your liking – an exquisite dinner served course-by-course with a fine selection of vintage wines.
Candles Restaurant
Here's the perfect place for a romantic tête-a-tête under the stars in Candles, Windstar's signature outdoor restaurant transformed by night into a dreamlike paradise. Delectable cuisine, memorable surroundings, and inspired wine pairings await you.
The Verandah
It's breakfast alfresco, full service or buffet-style, anytime till 9:30 a.m. No need to hurry. Again, the choices are many in Veranda. Choose the sumptuous, seemingly endless buffet. Or, order from the lunch menu between noon and 2:30 p.m.
A day on board your Windstar ship is a day of choices, all of them good. Perhaps you’ll begin with a relaxing massage in World Spa by Windstar. Or maybe an invigorating workout in the Fitness Center. Even better, why not both? After a sumptuous lunch in Veranda, make a splash from the Marina off the ship’s stern. Everything you can think of for fun in the water is there — swimming, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding. And it’s all complimentary, of course. Sun yourself on deck, take a dip in the whirlpool, then catch up on email or order a cheese plate for your stateroom or suite. After dinner, dance to live music in the Lounge. This is your yacht, so of course you’re welcome on the Bridge, where the Captain and officers are delighted to share charts, routes, and vistas with you.
As you prepare for another amazing Windstar day, enjoy a nightcap anywhere you like — on deck, in the Lounge, or why not let us bring it to your suite or stateroom? Your day ends just as it began, blissfully.
Pool Bar
The Pool Bar can be found on Deck Four.
Sun Deck
Sun Loungers can be found on Deck Four.
Library
The Library can be found on Deck Three.
Star Boutique
Visit our newly transformed specialty shopping boutique, Star Boutique, rolling out fleet-wide through early 2022. The new shop features quality brand-name and exclusive Star Collection merchandise, from clothing and fragrances to jewelry and accessories, all at duty free or special pricing.
Lounge
The Lounge is Located on Deck 3
Yacht Club Café
Stop by the Yacht Club Café for a bite or coffee crafted by our barista.
Reception
The Reception can be found on Deck Three.