Windstar reveals new 2025/2026 winter Med voyages
Windstar Cruises has announced its 2025/2026 Winter Mediterranean voyages and sail dates, including six unique itineraries plus six Star Collectors, which are sailings that combine itineraries for more in-depth exploration.
Windstar has learned that many guests wish to make the most of their travels, and these competitively priced Star Collector sailings (which also include complimentary laundry service) entice travellers to stay longer and experience even more of Europe.
Along with the opening of new sailings, Windstar is pairing an Early Booking Offer which includes a $200 onboard credit per stateroom plus a complimentary upgrade to All-Inclusive Fares. That means Wi-Fi; gratuities; and unlimited beer, wine, and cocktails are provided at no additional charge. The offer expires on Oct. 31, 2025.
“Winter in the Mediterranean is a fantastic time to see a different side of this magical region, get to know the locals, and celebrate special holidays like Christmas in Florence, New Years in Dubrovnik, and Carnevale across Italy,” said Windstar’s president Christopher Prelog. “Sailing year-round in the Mediterranean has been very successful for Windstar, so much so that we are now expanding our winter offerings due to its popularity.”
Experience winter in Europe
Prelog says it’s worthwhile to note that airfare to Europe in the winter season is a great value.
Windstar’s winter sailings highlight ports that Windstar doesn’t normally visit during the summer like Valencia, Spain; Crotone, Italy; and Catania in Sicily. A full complement of shore excursions will be available to book in each port and offer experiences for first time and returning visitors.
Windstar’s 2025/2026 season also debuts a brand-new port: Genoa, Italy. In addition, the season boasts overnights in Dubrovnik, Venice, Nice, Barcelona, Malaga, and Livorno (Florence) making long days of exploration possible, as well as late drinks and dinners while in port.
About the sailings
All sailings take place aboard 312-guest, all-suite Star Legend, which has a minimum of 277 square feet accommodations – all with ocean views and some with step out verandas. As the Official Cruise Line of the James Beard Foundation, guests dine on innovative cuisine in five dining venues: Amphora, Veranda, Candles, Star Grill by Stephen Raichlen and Cuadro 44 by Anthony Sasso.
Chefs continue to shop for fresh seafood, produce, and local specialty items to bring the flavors of the destination on board even during the winter months.
Additionally, sailing just after the harvest is a plus for wine tours when winemakers have more time for personalized attention amidst the cellar season. Not to mention, guests have a chance to savor treats from the region’s sparkling Christmas markets during this time of year.
Sailings depart from Athens, Barcelona, Malaga, Rome and Venice from November 2025 through March 2026
8-day Myths & Marvels of the Aegean
8-day A Piece of Greece, a Slice of Sicily, & the Corinth Canal
7-day Southern Spain Winter Escapes
8-day Winter in Italy & the Dalmatian Coast
