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SOURCE Windstar Cruises 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, was awarded Best Cruise
Line for Honeymoons, in the category of Best for Romance, by the editors of
Cruise Critic.
"The Cruise Critic Editors' Picks Awards recognize cruise lines that
are best in class," said Carolyn Spencer Brown, editor in chief of Cruise
Critic. "This year's winners are setting standards in the cruise industry
by offering a consistently superior cruising experience. Windstar's award
is a testament to its team's commitment to providing that service."
The awards honor the world's top cruise lines for outstanding
performance in 10 major areas and three sub-categories including: Best
Family Cruises, Best Luxury Cruises, Best Dining, Best for Romance, Best
Spa and Fitness, Best Cabins, Best Value for Money, Best Itineraries, Best
Entertainment and Best Excursions.
"We are delighted to receive this prestigious award from the editors of
Cruise Critic," said Diane Moore, president, Windstar Cruises. "We are
proud that our romantic and beautiful ships were selected as the best for
honeymoons. It is an honor that guests choose to celebrate this special
occasion with us."
Windstar vessels feature billowing sails, sleek lines, intimate size
(having room for a mere 148 to 312 guests) and service that makes guests
feel as if they're on their own private yacht. From special pampering on
board to exclusive shore excursions for two, Windstar offers a romantic
experience honeymooners will never forget.
An interactive list of all the 2008 Cruise Critic Editors' Pick Awards
is available for download at
http://www.cruisecritic.com/editors-picks/newsletter.cfm.
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 Cruise Critic's award, Windstar was recently awarded
"Favourite Small-Ship Cruise Line" in the U.K.'s Conde Nast Traveller's
2008 Readers' Travel Awards. Windstar received the highest score of any
cruise line in the poll and was also only one of three cruise lines that
made Conde Nast Traveller's list of the "Top 100 of the Best the Travel
World has to Offer." 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 has also earned top honors in Travel + Leisure's
World's 2008 Best Awards and was lauded among "The World's Best Small
Ships" by Conde Nast Traveler readers in 2008.
About Cruise Critic
Launched in October 1995 by The Independent Traveler, Inc., Cruise
Critic(R) was the first consumer cruise site on the Internet. Cruise Critic
is an online guide to cruises with cruise reviews and an active community
where travelers can share opinions and experiences. In the last five years,
traffic on CruiseCritic.com has grown 350 percent; the site currently
attracts more than five million visitors a year. Cruise Critic and Cruise
Critic logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of The
Independent Traveler, Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.
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 http://www.windstarcruises.com.
Windstar is a division of Ambassadors International Cruise Group, LLC,
a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ambassadors Cruise Group, LLC.
For More Information:
Vanessa Bloy
Windstar Cruises
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