Rome (Civitavecchia) to Europe - Eastern Mediterranean Windstar Wind Surf Cruise Reviews

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Intimate small bar entertainment kept us dancing
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An asset to the Windstar name!
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Windstar, she’s a keeper! Organized & always happy!
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Hated to say goodbye
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The staff onboard made the trip great and the dining was truly exceptional! Bigger isn’t better on cruises.
"To name the standouts; Anthony (thanks for your hilarious dry humor & wonderful food service), Jearve (thanks for making my Lemon Drops perfect every time served with your sweet demeanor), Shelley (thanks for my four shots of espresso every morning with your gorgeous smile), Aaron (thanks for your all around great hospitality and getting the small crowd going till the bar closed down), Hicham (thanks for the above & beyond on seating & everything else), Michelle (thanks for the never ending cheerful organizing of the shore excursions & dealing with us with humor), Russ (thanks for hustling in the breakfast hours to make hungry cluster of tourists happy), Zarko (thanks for serving us in gift selection & the swing dance) and the infamous Gareth…thanks for the entertainment & knowing who could be joked with and ribbed a bit more with expertise!Great late night entertainment in the bar with brother and sister musician team...."Read More
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Time 2 Sail
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

We sailed on the Windsurf Pride in 2018. A delightful trip with fond momories of ports of call and the people and staff we met on the Pride. Fast forward to 2023 Wind Surf sailing expecting a wonderful sailing experience with friends we invited to come along and join in the smaller ship luxury experience that Windstar had offered in the past. Pro's of this trip: Stateroom is comfortable and ...
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Sail Date: August 2023


06/17/23 Adriatic: Comfortable cabin, hit-or-miss dining, more restful than stimulating.

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artemis583
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

Venice-to-Athens cruise, with stops in between, very enjoyable, Made a lot of sense to tack on a few days in Venice and Athens, at beginning and end. (Note to self: take lots of shorts and polo shirts, long pants not so much, given summer high humidity. Skip jackets as small umbrella suffices. Also, seriously consider Premium Economy, at a minimum, for daylight flight back. Since we ...
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Sail Date: May 2023

Cabin Type: Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom


Windstar keeps excelling

Review for a Mediterranean Cruise on Wind Surf

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Duthie
6-10 Cruises • Age 60s

This was our 5th cruise with Windstar and our 2nd on the Wind Surf. Took this 4/30/23 sailing as it was as far out as our FCC would take us on the schedule. We knew the Spring weather could be a mixed bag (and it was) but that didn't damper our spirits or Windstar's casual elegance. Windstar consistently excels at great staff; they call you by name by the second day, excellent dining options; ...
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Sail Date: April 2023

Cabin Type: Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom


The staff onboard made the trip great and the dining was truly exceptional! Bigger isn’t better on cruises.

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FlurryFlo
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

I know all these ships do pretty much the same thing…travel overnight to the next destination & drop you off for a land excursion that’s just long enough t give you a little taste of the local flare. What made this smaller ship stand out was the AMAZING staff. Not just welcoming, but vibrant and funny personalities that truly made the trip. To name the standouts; Anthony (thanks for your hilarious ...
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Sail Date: April 2023


Wind Surf Sails Perfectly Again

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Strenz
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

We sailed with the Wind Surf on Sicilian Splendors ( Oct.6, 2022) The name of the itinerary was incorrect on the form to write this review. We reserved this trip 2020, 2021, and finally we were able be on the Surf this October. Three years of waiting with anticipation and indeed it did not disappoint. Everything about the Wind Surf that we love was out in full force: superb staff, beautiful ...
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Sail Date: October 2022

Cabin Type: Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom


Excellent first experience of Windstar

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bulpittw
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

Recommended by our travel agent and we were delighted. Service was outstanding throughout and our food excellent. The 3 restaurant choices gave us all the options we were looking for over the 17 night cruise. The itinerary gave us the best of popular ports and smaller ones that we visited for the first time. The marina was a little disappointing as distance we could swim was limited and no ...
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Sail Date: June 2022


Worn ship and disorganized service. Mediocre All Around.

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Jneil
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

A travel agent booked our group. Itinerary was interesting but the rest of the experience was below expectations, especially at the price point of $4599 for 8 nights! The ship has definitely seen better days. Far from a Superior or Luxury trip. Few amenities. Underwhelming entertainment. Port lectures short on history and mainly a sales tool. Dinners even in the specialty restaurants were mediocre ...
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Sail Date: October 2019

Cabin Type: Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom


First Time Windstar Cruise Was Very Enjoyable

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Ann513
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

Booked the Rome to Venice cruise on the recommendation of some friends and enjoyed it. Pre-cruise Windstar reps were readily available to answer questions with details and options. We utilized the well appointed gym most days and thought the staterooms were as described with plenty of storage and a comfortable bed. Service and food was excellent throughout the ship. We elected to sign up for ...
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Sail Date: October 2018


Why does everyone rave over this old Wind Surf ship? No luxury here!

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DesertDanS51
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

I have sailed on 7 different cruise lines on multiple cruises to the Caribbean, Mexican Riviera, Russia, Alaska, and Europe. Wind Surf was launched for Club Med in 1989 (30 years old). Dry dock and total renovation and redesign cannot come soon enough! This is an old boat and feeling rundown and shabby (not chic). And the sails may wow folks in port, but there is a lot of hoopla over the ...
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Sail Date: May 2018

Cabin Type: Oceanview Stateroom

Traveled with disabled person


Exceeded Our Expectations

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JodiBB
6-10 Cruises • Age 50s

Taking a Windstar cruse has always been a “bucket list” adventure for me. My husband has never been to Italy and I always wanted a reason to return, so the itinerary sold us and we could cross many travels off our list. So this is a first-time Wind Star cruiser review. I loved the idea of sailing on a smaller ship. I’m 49 and my husband is 59, so we weren’t looking for a large ship, nor all ...
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Sail Date: May 2018

Cabin Type: Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom


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